Experience
"The Good Life"
Open Summer 2026
through Labor Day Weekend
"Mino-Bimaadiziwin: The Good Life"
Vibrant acrylic, oil, and ink paintings expressing the colors and emotions of the land and sky — and the beauty of our region
by Artist Kent Estey
We’re honored to present this three-part exhibit by regional artist Kent Estey. This exhibit showcases our natural landscape in such an extraordinary and meaningful way. When I learned that Kent is calling his exhibit 'Mino-Bimaadiziwin", meaning “The Good Life,” I knew it was a perfect fit for our mission—celebrating not only the place we call home, but the deeper connection we share with the land, the water, and one another. This exhibit invites us to slow down, reflect, and truly appreciate the richness of “the good life” all around us.
On Exhibit in Three Locations Across Detroit Lakes
You can see the full collection in three locations through Labor Day weekend:
- Becker County Museum – 714 Summit Ave, Detroit Lakes – Originals and prints of acrylic, oil, and ink paintings
- Ortenstone Gardens & Sculpture Park – 28499 Randolph Rd, Detroit Lakes – Large-scale print reproductions along the Aspen Overlook Trail
- Washington Square Mall – 808 Washington Ave, Detroit Lakes – Even more large-scale print reproductions
Free & Open to the Public
The exhibits will remain open during each venue’s operating hours through Labor Day Weekend 2026.
This exhibition is free and open to the public – thanks to Project 412 Wave Maker supporters.
Join us for the Artist Reception
on Saturday, May 2, 2026
from 5 to 7 pm
at the Becker County Museum • 714 Summit Avenue in Detroit Lakes, Minnesota
About the Artist
Kent Estey
Kent Estey is a proud member of the White Earth Nation of Ojibwe in northwestern Minnesota. He and his wife, Becky, own an art studio on the White Earth Reservation in the village of Naytahwaush.
“I’ve always painted the land, sky, and water. My wife and I live in the woods, surrounded by the forest and the beautiful lakes of northwestern Minnesota. Inspiration is everywhere I look. I consider myself a contemporary artist with a special interest in skies and landscapes. My paintings are typically non-representational and abstract. I love color and texture, and use a variety of mediums including acrylic, oil, and ink. Some of my recent paintings also feature stone, copper, and other metals. I am especially inspired by earth tones and deep shades of blue, brown, and red. My inspiration comes from nature, and often, my feelings and emotions are expressed on canvas and paper. That’s my way of capturing and honoring my beautiful Ojibwe heritage.”
Learn more at EsteyPaintings.com.