Guthrie Theater

Artist: Monica Rudquist Item: Guthrie Theater Collection Minneapolis artist Monica Rudquist developed each piece of the collection to emphasize the forms, shapes and color of the building's architecture. Capturing the spirit and energy of interior and exterior elements of the Guthrie, each piece is unique: hand thrown on a wheel and marked by the firing process. The forms are functional and meant to hold memories and turn daily activities into special occasions. Rudquist's work has been exhibited nationally and is collected widely. She frequently lectures as an expert in the field and has served as instructor of ceramics at Edina Art Center, Bloomington Art Center, St. Olaf College and the College of St. Catherine, where she currently teaches. She is a graduate of St. Paul's Macalester College, with a M.F.A. from Cranbrook Academy of Art in Michigan.

 

Artist: Robin Rifé
Item: Faith Healer-inspired jewelry

The fall 2009 Guthrie production of Faith Healer by Brian Friel inspired this collection of jewelry by Minneapolis artist Robin Rifé. The hand image, symbolizing themes in the play, is the focal element in each of these one-of-a-kind necklaces and earrings. Rifé constructs jewelry from an eclectic array of materials gathered regionally and internationally. All pieces are created with a mixture of contemporary and classic design elements, which results in a timeless look. Hailing from the southwest by way of northern California, she now happily resides in the northeast artist district of Minneapolis.

    

Artist: Diane Markin of El Segundo, Calif.
Item: Glass picture frames

This artist transforms ordinary elements of glass and metal into vibrant works of art. Each piece is unique, timeless and meant to be enjoyed for years to come!  Sizes (3x3, 3.5x5, 4x6), styles and prices vary. 

Artist: Christine Richardson
Item: SHOWPIECE!

The exclusive Guthrie line of SHOWPIECE merchandise is created by Guthrie Theater costume designer Christine Richardson. The collection includes purse mirrors and four-piece magnet sets made from kimono and obi fabrics used in the creation of M. Butterfly costumes.

Artist: Robin Rifé
Item: Jewelry celebrating by M. Butterfly

World travels and a keen eye for treasures have inspired this collection of jewelry by Robin Rifé. Incorporating elements Robin collected from China - including pearls, buffalo horn, ceramic beads, carved/dyed bone, jade, bamboo, coral, turquoise, mahjong pieces - these pieces evoke the rich design traditions of the East. Each piece is a unique one-of-a-kind.

 

Artists: Laura Adams, Emmeline Hall and Andrea Moriarity-Dahlberg
Item: Hana Tsumami Kanzashi

Inspired by traditional Japanese hair ornaments, these flowers are created by artisans in the Guthrie wig department by folding small squares of silk into petals and gluing them together. Like those which adorn the actors in the Guthrie production of M. Butterfly, these miniature works of art are often worn by Japanese geisha.