Feel the Art

 

Tactile Artworks

Inclusive Art Presentations in Minnesota

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Discover Art You Can Touch

Welcome to Tactile Artworks, where we believe art should be experienced with all of the senses. We offer unique and inspiring art presentations for all audiences in Minnesota, designed to be fully inclusive. Our programs allow everyone to "see" and connect with art through the power of touch.

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Meet the Founder, Linda Brant-Malm

Tactile Artworks was founded by Linda Brant-Malm, an artist with a background in theatre design and a passion for creating accessible art. Inspired by her personal journey with vision loss, Linda creates and narrates each presentation, combining inspirational storytelling with handcrafted tactile objects. She provides a new way to experience art that is both therapeutic and profoundly meaningful.

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“Linda makes talking about the loss of vision inviting and relatable. In watching people interact with her sculptures, it is evident that she has created pieces that provide a sense of healing through art.”

— Susan Anderson, Associate Director of Programs at Vision Loss Resources, Minneapolis, MN

Our Partnership with

COMPAS

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We are proud to partner with COMPAS, a leading Minnesota arts education nonprofit. This collaboration helps us bring our unique presentations to schools, businesses, and communities throughout the state.

Read Linda’s Teaching Artist Spotlight Interview

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The Presentations

  • A story about loss. Explore the process of going blind. Little monsters represent the scariness of losing one’s vision.

    Hungry Little Monsters

    A story about loss. Explore the process of going blind. Little monsters represent the scariness of losing one’s vision.

  • A big silly goldfish is stuck in a fishbowl that's too small for it. It's shoved headfirst into the bowl with its fins extending out the top. It has bulging eyes and a crooked mouth expressing discontent. Two hands are feeling the fish.

    I Feel Stuck

    A story of isolation. This presentation explores the feeling of being trapped or isolated and how to build community.

  • A pair of hands are feeling a stylized eye made from a coil of clay. A central spiral creates the pupil, then wraps under for the lower lid. A point shapes the tear duct. The coil sweeps above and beyond the pupil, creating the mascara line.

    Spiral Paths

    A story of healing. During this interactive story time, we will discuss our own paths of healing as we touch and feel many clay shapes.

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Come See Us

Live!

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We love sharing our passion for tactile art with the community. Join us at one of our upcoming public events in Minnesota. These presentations are a wonderful opportunity to experience our unique, hands-on art and meet our founder, Linda Brant-Malm, in person.

Check back here for details on our next public appearance!

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Frequently Asked

Questions

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  • Tactile art is a form of art designed to be experienced through touch. It includes raised textures, three-dimensional elements, and varied materials that allow individuals to "see" and interpret a piece by feeling its surface.

  • Our presentations are designed for everyone! They are especially beneficial for people who are blind or visually impaired but also provide a unique and engaging experience for sighted individuals, making them perfect for diverse groups.

  • Yes, we offer several different presentations. You can see them all and learn what each one has to offer on our Presentations page.

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“Linda is an artist, a storyteller, a teacher. As her presentation unfolds, you’ll also discover she has an empathetic ear and sharp sense of humor.”

— Benj Vardigan, Writer, Editor, Communications Specialist at AmplifyDMC, St. Paul, MN

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Get in Touch

Ready to bring a unique, hands-on experience to your school, event, or organization? Contact us today to learn more about our presentations and schedule a booking. We look forward to creating a memorable experience with you.