80 Grit Studios

02/13/2026

Week 2 of my Big Bad Art exhibit at Pine Center for the Arts - stop in today and over the weekend if you haven’t yet!

Merch inventory will be replenished (plus some new items) and ready to rock for the holiday weekend 👍

Huge thanks to everyone who came out last weekend for the opening. Really means a lot to witness the support in real time.

02/09/2026

My go to for all things hats and patches Timbercrest Custom Apparel & Engraving

02/08/2026

The man behind the skull, Bodie Emslander - 80 Grit Studios had his grand opening for his art gallery "Love Local" yesterday and I couldn't be more proud of the guy.

The creative genius that's able to tie edgy jokes and reality into a piece of art that resonates with everyone is something I truly admire. He's real living proof that doodling pays off and you can make a career out of creating cool stuff.

Go check it out anytime through the month of February and pick up a limited run of merch he's got in there!

02/08/2026

Thanks for the man Kody Hughes from Focal Point Media - Kody Hughes for the epic video montage. Really does the exhibit justice.

Also huge thanks to everyone who came out to support the show! Wild turnout and a great time 🤙

02/03/2026

In case you haven’t heard - Free beer. Free Pizza. Human made Art. This Friday at Pine Center for the Arts

Displaying my entire portfolio along with new multimedia pieces, merch and more fun stuff

Handcrafted beer from Three Twenty Brewing Co. and specialty ‘za from Pizza Pub of Pine city

01/27/2026

Huge thanks to WCMP for inviting me to yap about my upcoming exhibit!

When area artist Bodie Emslander introduces his "Love Local" exhibition at the Pine Center For the Arts on Friday, Feb. 6, he'll do so with his own spin on the format."Everyone kind of has the stereotypical picture of an art gallery, but I'm going at it out of my book," said Emslander, who is the cr...

01/08/2026

HERE WE GO. 🙌 Opening February 6th will be my first crack at showcasing work in a gallery setting at for the entire month of February.

The featured works on display will contain a vault of projects that put the spotlight on local businesses who have collaborated with me throughout the years. Plus some other fun stuff sprinkled in. With a scary amount of creative leeway - It’s gonna be a little unorthodox for sure

In collaboration with my friends from & will be slinging pizza and beer to celebrate for the launch. 🍻🍕

LOVE LOCAL!

06/21/2025

Personally recommend this brew for the weekend 👀

It’s officially Pontoon Cowboy weather, y’all! ☀️

Time to soak up the sunshine with a cold one in hand — our Pontoon Cowboy is the perfect summer sidekick 🍊 This crisp white ale is bursting with hints of citrus and coriander and comes garnished with a fresh orange slice.

Whether you're fresh off the lake or just pretending to be — saddle up and swing by for some sips in the sun

Art by 80 Grit Studios

06/03/2025

Some DANK packaging designs for the local legend - Deca Al

For over a year now I’ve had the most wild ride in working with the brand.

04/18/2025

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"See ya around town!"

More than just a tagline, it’s a guarantee. A guarantee that NorthYard is out here, rain, shine, & snow. Keeping our neighborhoods sharp, clean, and safe. Honking and waving as we pass by.

Because we’re not just a business, we’re your neighbors.

04/03/2025

Great hopping on the On Tap Podcast in Pine City, Minnesota! Check out their episode on 50 Dates 50 States here - https://youtu.be/YWA91JG5xBk?si=v1i0YoG2y0PCMRey