Straw Marquetry: From Field to Fine Art — Workshop with Anna Love (Dec 4)
Friday, December 4, 2026 · 6:00–8:00 pm
Artlet26 · 2327 Wycliff St, Suite 550, Saint Paul, MN
$38 per person · all materials included
An Introduction to the Art of Working with Straw
Who knew a humble stalk of straw could become something extraordinary?
Come explore the surprisingly beautiful (and slightly addictive!) art of straw marquetry — an age-old technique that transforms ordinary rye straw into shimmering, one-of-a-kind works of art.
In this hands-on, beginner-friendly class, we'll cover the fundamentals: preparing and dyeing straw, essential tools and supplies, and the techniques for turning it all into art. You'll have plenty of time to experiment, play, and create your own piece to take home.
A few things to know
- No experience necessary.
- All materials provided, including a wooden canvas. Have a piece of wood you'd love to transform? Bring it along!
- Taught by a passionate practitioner, not a formally trained expert. Expect practical tips and lessons learned through trial and error.
- State Fair crop art enthusiasts, take note: straw marquetry counts! Consider this another creative trick up your sleeve.
- 100% of class fees go directly toward supplies and supporting the art studio.
Meet Your Instructor: Anna Love
Anna Love is a Minneapolis-area artist who discovered straw marquetry and promptly fell down the creative rabbit hole. Drawn to the unexpected beauty of an ordinary material, she creates contemporary pieces that play with geometry, texture, color, and light. Her work earned two awards at the 2026 Minnesota State Fair, was selected for exhibition at the Minneapolis Institute of Art (Mia), and has also found a home at the Rochester airport.
A self-taught artist and enthusiastic experimenter, Anna believes some of the best creative discoveries happen when you don't quite know what you're doing yet.
To register: add one ticket per person to your cart and check out. This is an in-person workshop ticket. Nothing is shipped: you'll make your piece in class and take it home with you when you're finished. Questions? Email info@artlet26.com.