Tuesday, November 2, 2010
5 p.m.-7 p.m. in the Nohr Gallery in Ullsvik Hall, University of Wisconsin-Platteville
Including paintings, sculptures, and installations of contemporary surrealist works, this display is part of the joint celebration of the avant-garde during the month of November in conjunction with the UW-Platteville Theater Department. Costumes from the “Evening of the Avant-Garde” created by the Spring 2010 semester 3D design students will also be on display.
The exhibit includes works from Madison painters Helen Klebesadel and Mike Watson, Chicago sculptor Chris Taw, Chicago painter Bill Moran, and UW-Platteville student Thomas Hoffman.
The opening reception is on Nov. 2 from 5 p.m.-7 p.m. and is free of charge for the public. Snacks will be served, along with many of the artists being on-hand for conversation.
The Contemporary Surrealism exhibit will be on display from Monday, October 25 through Wednesday, November 24. Gallery hours are Monday-Friday 8 a.m.-5 p.m., Tuesday 8 a.m.-8 p.m., and Saturday 10 a.m.-2 p.m.
This exhibit is supported in part by a grant from the Wisconsin Arts Board with funds from the State of Wisconsin.
Please contact Carole Spelic’ at spelicc@uwplatt.edu or 608-342-1314 if you would like more information or have any questions.
Thursday, October 28, 2010
Thursday, September 9, 2010
NOW ON VIEW! "Art meets Ag 2010: A visual celebration of agrarian bounty"
On view through September 25th, 2010
Harry and Laura Nohr Gallery, Ullsvik Hall,
University of Wisconsin – Platteville
This is the second annual exhibition that ArtsBuild has produced on the agricultural theme. We again had a very strong response to our call for entries. We received submissions from artists coast to coast, which included photography, painting, sculpture, fiber art, video and mixed materials. The jurors - Bill Grover and Nonda VanGulden – certainly had their work cut out for them. They did a great job and selected a broad range of works in many mediums.
The show we installed includes over 60 pieces of work from a variety of fascinating artists: ArtsBuild participants, other non-affiliated regional artists, Chicago-based creators, and those as far away as Maine and California.
I’m thrilled to note that the artwork on display accurately reflects the complexity of our modern relationship to agriculture. From photographs whose purpose is to document routine farm activities, paintings that capture the excitement of the change of seasons, or express the magnitude of landscape and sky, or pieces that comment on the influence of agribusiness on farming process and lifestyle, the works selected provide a poignant view of the rural and agrarian traditions of America.
Art Meets Ag is timed to coincide with the fall harvest. The theme is especially meaningful in the southwest Wisconsin area, with our remarkable diversity and quality of agricultural products and landscape. I invite you to take a look around you on your way home from this show, and be mindful of the visual vigor of our region in autumn.
ArtsBuild is tremendously grateful to Brad and Peggy Biddick for providing continuing support to both the ArtsBuild program and the Art Meets Ag exhibition. We couldn’t do it without them. The ArtsBuild program and this exhibition are also supported in part by a grant from the Wisconsin Arts Board, with funds from the State of Wisconsin. We thank them!
- Carole Spelic’
Contact: 608-342-1314 or spelicc@uwplatt.edu
Harry and Laura Nohr Gallery, Ullsvik Hall,
University of Wisconsin – Platteville
This is the second annual exhibition that ArtsBuild has produced on the agricultural theme. We again had a very strong response to our call for entries. We received submissions from artists coast to coast, which included photography, painting, sculpture, fiber art, video and mixed materials. The jurors - Bill Grover and Nonda VanGulden – certainly had their work cut out for them. They did a great job and selected a broad range of works in many mediums.
The show we installed includes over 60 pieces of work from a variety of fascinating artists: ArtsBuild participants, other non-affiliated regional artists, Chicago-based creators, and those as far away as Maine and California.
I’m thrilled to note that the artwork on display accurately reflects the complexity of our modern relationship to agriculture. From photographs whose purpose is to document routine farm activities, paintings that capture the excitement of the change of seasons, or express the magnitude of landscape and sky, or pieces that comment on the influence of agribusiness on farming process and lifestyle, the works selected provide a poignant view of the rural and agrarian traditions of America.
Art Meets Ag is timed to coincide with the fall harvest. The theme is especially meaningful in the southwest Wisconsin area, with our remarkable diversity and quality of agricultural products and landscape. I invite you to take a look around you on your way home from this show, and be mindful of the visual vigor of our region in autumn.
ArtsBuild is tremendously grateful to Brad and Peggy Biddick for providing continuing support to both the ArtsBuild program and the Art Meets Ag exhibition. We couldn’t do it without them. The ArtsBuild program and this exhibition are also supported in part by a grant from the Wisconsin Arts Board, with funds from the State of Wisconsin. We thank them!
- Carole Spelic’
Contact: 608-342-1314 or spelicc@uwplatt.edu
Wednesday, September 8, 2010
MUD THE SHED/SWAP IT PARTY
Hollandale, WI
Sunday, September 19th, 11 am – 7 pm
If you haven’t been to Nick Engelbert’s Grandview, an amazing outsider art site, this would be the time to visit! Marilyn Rolfsmeyer is hosting an event to get more mosaic up on their shed. It’s really fun to do, and with snacks and drinks being provided, the party will be happening! Bring stuff you want to stick in concrete and other stuff to swap. Grandview is ½ mile west of Hollandale on Hwy 39. Follow signs for detour. Call Marilyn if you have any questions – 608-976-2151.
Sunday, September 19th, 11 am – 7 pm
If you haven’t been to Nick Engelbert’s Grandview, an amazing outsider art site, this would be the time to visit! Marilyn Rolfsmeyer is hosting an event to get more mosaic up on their shed. It’s really fun to do, and with snacks and drinks being provided, the party will be happening! Bring stuff you want to stick in concrete and other stuff to swap. Grandview is ½ mile west of Hollandale on Hwy 39. Follow signs for detour. Call Marilyn if you have any questions – 608-976-2151.
DRIFTLESS AREA ART FESTIVAL
Soldiers Grove, WI
September 18 & 19
Celebrate the visual, performing, and culinary arts of the Driftless Area! You’ll find 80 artists (including ArtsBuild participants!), live music, and local foods at this well-regarded event, held at the Beauford T. Anderson Park. Saturday hours are 10 – 5 and Sunday 10 – 4. Admission and parking are free. More information is at http://www.driftlessareaartfestival.com/
September 18 & 19
Celebrate the visual, performing, and culinary arts of the Driftless Area! You’ll find 80 artists (including ArtsBuild participants!), live music, and local foods at this well-regarded event, held at the Beauford T. Anderson Park. Saturday hours are 10 – 5 and Sunday 10 – 4. Admission and parking are free. More information is at http://www.driftlessareaartfestival.com/
ALL IN GOOD TIME - EXHIBITION
Reedsburg, WI
Reception - Friday, September 17th, 5 – 7:30 pm
The Wormfarm Institute is mounting a show that features the work of its 2010 Artists in Residence: Terrence Campagna, Katie Godfrey, Julia Gootzeit, Pete Hickok, Katie Schofield and Austin Smith. The show runs Sept 18 – October 2. Gallery hours are Friday, Saturday and Monday 12 – 6 pm. The Woolen Mill Gallery is at 26 East Main Street in Reedsburg, WI. E-mail for more information: wormfarm@jvlnet.com
Reception - Friday, September 17th, 5 – 7:30 pm
The Wormfarm Institute is mounting a show that features the work of its 2010 Artists in Residence: Terrence Campagna, Katie Godfrey, Julia Gootzeit, Pete Hickok, Katie Schofield and Austin Smith. The show runs Sept 18 – October 2. Gallery hours are Friday, Saturday and Monday 12 – 6 pm. The Woolen Mill Gallery is at 26 East Main Street in Reedsburg, WI. E-mail for more information: wormfarm@jvlnet.com
NONAMES - FILM
Mineral Point, WI
September 10-16, 7 pm
Shot on location in Central Wisconsin, NONAMES focuses on the experiences of a group of friends growing up together while painting a subtle picture of the small town life. Showcasting performances by James Badge Dale (HBO's The Pacific and AMC's Rubicon)
and Gillian Jacobs (NBC's Community), veteran actor Barry Corbin, and a talented ensemble cast, NONAMES is a beautiful coming of age drama about family, friends and the definition of home. This is a one week only engagement with special guests and events. The Mineral Point Opera House is at 132 High Street. Email info@mpoh.org for tickets and additional information.
September 10-16, 7 pm
Shot on location in Central Wisconsin, NONAMES focuses on the experiences of a group of friends growing up together while painting a subtle picture of the small town life. Showcasting performances by James Badge Dale (HBO's The Pacific and AMC's Rubicon)
and Gillian Jacobs (NBC's Community), veteran actor Barry Corbin, and a talented ensemble cast, NONAMES is a beautiful coming of age drama about family, friends and the definition of home. This is a one week only engagement with special guests and events. The Mineral Point Opera House is at 132 High Street. Email info@mpoh.org for tickets and additional information.
Friday, July 30, 2010
CALL FOR ENTRIES - Art meets Ag: a visual celebration of agrarian bounty
ArtsBuild is seeking artwork for inclusion in our second annual "Art meets Ag: a visual celebration of agrarian bounty". This juried group show will run from September 2nd to September 25th, 2010. It will be presented in the Harry and Laura Nohr Gallery in Ullsvik Hall at the University of Wisconsin – Platteville. The exhibition is open to all artists. See the fact sheet for more information!
Thursday, March 18, 2010
Dubuque Art Market
Dubuque, IA
Early bird application due April 1, regular due date May 15
Applications are now available for Dubuque's newest cultural venue, Art Market Dubuque. Located along the scenic Mississippi River Walk in the Port of Dubuque, Art Market Dubuque will feature a rotating selection of artwork for sale from between 20-35 vendors on 8 Saturdays, from 1-6 pm, July 17 to September 11, 2010. Also expect live music, a children's art tent, art demos, theater performances, food and drink. Created by the supercharged Dubuque Art Center - with a $30,000 advertising budget – should be awesome! Info and online application at http://www.dbqartmarket.com/.
Early bird application due April 1, regular due date May 15
Applications are now available for Dubuque's newest cultural venue, Art Market Dubuque. Located along the scenic Mississippi River Walk in the Port of Dubuque, Art Market Dubuque will feature a rotating selection of artwork for sale from between 20-35 vendors on 8 Saturdays, from 1-6 pm, July 17 to September 11, 2010. Also expect live music, a children's art tent, art demos, theater performances, food and drink. Created by the supercharged Dubuque Art Center - with a $30,000 advertising budget – should be awesome! Info and online application at http://www.dbqartmarket.com/.
Thursday, February 18, 2010
Ancestra (music)
Blanchardville, WI
Friday, March 26th, 7 pm
River Valley Trading Company’s monthly Coffee House Night will feature Ancestra, whose a cappella style ranges in influence from blues, rock, country, gospel and classical with an occasional instrument mixed in. Ancestra writes most of the songs, and arranges them all. Ancestra consists of Carol Harm, Kathryn Ripp, and Lauranne Bailey Free admission, free will offering taken for the musicians. River Valley Trading Company is at 204 South Main in Blanchardville, WI. Call 608-523-1888 or check their website: http://www.blanchardville.com/RiverValley/
Friday, March 26th, 7 pm
River Valley Trading Company’s monthly Coffee House Night will feature Ancestra, whose a cappella style ranges in influence from blues, rock, country, gospel and classical with an occasional instrument mixed in. Ancestra writes most of the songs, and arranges them all. Ancestra consists of Carol Harm, Kathryn Ripp, and Lauranne Bailey Free admission, free will offering taken for the musicians. River Valley Trading Company is at 204 South Main in Blanchardville, WI. Call 608-523-1888 or check their website: http://www.blanchardville.com/RiverValley/
Monday, January 18, 2010
ArtsBuild Conversation
Platteville, WI
Thursday, March 25, 7:00pm - 8:30 pm
I often hear artists and other creative entrepreneurs in the area talk about how they wish they were better connected with other artists. That’s why I’m inviting every creative person in the Platteville area to get together and figure out what you collectively want and need…critiques? Workshops? Kaffeeklatsch? This will be a free listening and networking session with no agenda…except to serve refreshments. Thanks to our friends at the Rountree Gallery for hosting! The gallery is located at 385 East Main Street in Platteville. Call me (608-342-1314) or e-mail spelicc@uwplatt.edu for more information.
Thursday, March 25, 7:00pm - 8:30 pm
I often hear artists and other creative entrepreneurs in the area talk about how they wish they were better connected with other artists. That’s why I’m inviting every creative person in the Platteville area to get together and figure out what you collectively want and need…critiques? Workshops? Kaffeeklatsch? This will be a free listening and networking session with no agenda…except to serve refreshments. Thanks to our friends at the Rountree Gallery for hosting! The gallery is located at 385 East Main Street in Platteville. Call me (608-342-1314) or e-mail spelicc@uwplatt.edu for more information.
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