January 13th - February 26th, 2012

John Ribble - New Work in Pastel — Working en plein air Ribble focuses on rural settings of Wisconsin. He feels the approach of painting on location "lends a spontaneous and authentic connection to the land."
Group Show: Still Life — Still life painting gives us a glimpse into the past, depicting the type of objects artist were drawn to in their daily lives. From classic Dutch paintings of fruit and fowl, to Fauvist emotional interpretations and even Warhol's soup cans. These works tell us something of the values and interests of our culture at the time.

Opening Reception Friday January 13th 5-9p.m.

 

March 2nd - April 15th, 2012

Audrey Christie: Hand Colored Woodcuts — Christie is known for her bright hand colored woodcuts. These pieces are colorful and emotional representations of the animals she knows and loves.
Group Show: Contemporary Landscape — The gallery has many talented landscape artists, and we have invited a few new faces to join us. Using a broad definition of landscape this exhibit will feature work both traditional and unexpected in a variety of media.

Opening Reception Friday March 2nd 5-9p.m.

 

Saturday March 31 and Sunday April 1, 2012

Paoli Raffle Weekend — Visit Paoli's galleries and shops, have lunch on the Sugar River, and participate in our free raffle.

 

April 20th - June 3rd, 2012

Jonathan Wilde: New Work in Oil — Wilde's oil paintings are a keen observation of the natural world; primarily created en plein air. Wilde is a master at capturing the essence of time and place within the landscape.
Group Show: 3-D figurative ceramics w/guest curator Ryan Myers — Working with Madison artist, Ryan Myers, we have invited artists from across the country working in clay. The work will focus on representation both in sculptural ceramics and functional forms.
In the Cooler: Kay Myers "Fresh Preservation" — Myers has fabricated a life sized environment from hand stitched and sewn paper and fabric. Drawing inspiration from her personal and family history, the work references the past while contemplating the future.

Opening Reception Friday April 20th 5-9p.m.

 

June 8th - July 22nd, 2012

Nick Wroblewski: Color Reduction Woodcuts — Wroblewski's woodcuts entice the viewer through the use of vivid colors and hold their attention through his variety of distinct mark making. This exhibit will have many prints which showcase his unique style of reduction woodcuts.
Group Show: 25th anniversary — We are excited to celebrate our 25th year in Paoli, the anniversary show will feature favorite work from many of our gallery artists.
In the Cooler: S.V. Medaris "The Tunnel of Mortality" — Printmaking from birth to slaughter and everything in-between. One season of life on the farm (in life-size tunnel book form), as told by S.V. Medaris of Market Weight Press.

Opening Reception Friday June 8th 5-9p.m.

 

Summer Music Event - July 21, 2012

Summer Evening along the Sugar River — Summer evenings are beautiful in Paoli and on this night all of the local business will stay open late, many featuring live music, food, drinks, and other events. The Creamery Cafe will serve a special dinner this evening. Enjoy an elegant dinner on our patio overlooking the river. Menu and music details to be announced. Call for reservations or more information. 608-845-3388

 

July 27th - September 9th, 2012

Marlene Miller: New Work in Ceramics — Miller has gained an international reputation for her figurative ceramics. Her work deals with personal stories, complemented by rough gouged surfaces which lend a narrative and emotional quality that resonate in each piece.
Group Show: Drawing — The process of mark making has been utilized since the advent of Art. As tools and techniques evolved, the process of drawing was refined. This exhibit will showcase the diversity of drawing, including work by Robert Shultz, Gregory Schulte, Theresa Abel, Allan Servoss and others.
In the Cooler: Collaborations — A variety of gallery artists have paired up to create works melding their unique styles into a unified work.

Opening Reception Friday July 27th 5-9p.m.

 

September 14th - October 28th, 2012

William Lemke: Photographs of the Grand Canyon — Lemke was invited by the USGS to re-photograph the Staton expedition of 1889 and 1890. The expedition consisted of three trips covering 280 miles of the Colorado River by raft. Lemke was allowed time to do some of his own photographs while on these trips. We are honored to have an opportunity to show Lemke's photographs from his adventure.
Group Show: 9th Annual Ceramics Invitational — Well-known for our ceramics, this exhibit features outstanding new work from our gallery ceramicists alongside talented guest artists from across the country.
In the Cooler: Brandon Norsted — Norsted makes sculptures about furniture. He will explore how the framing, or context, of an object can change the way we understand relationships and make meaning in our lives. The work draws inspiration from the themes of Yogic philosophy, traditional craft, and personal history.

Opening Reception Friday September 14th 5-9p.m.

 

Fall Event - Saturday October 6, 2012

Autumn Harvest Tastings — Paoli's fall event will feature the flavors of the season with tastings of food and drinks throughout the town.

 

November 9th - December 31st, 2012

Delores Fortuna: New Work in Ceramics — Characterized by fluid forms and bold surfaces Fortuna's functional ceramics have a distinct appeal.
Group show: SMALL WORKS — Work in a variety of media by many of our talented artists.

Opening Reception Friday November 9th 5-9p.m.

 

 

Friday November 9th, 2012

Holiday Preview — The town will be open for an evening celebration of the Holiday Season.

 

Saturday December 1st, 2012

Christmas in Paoli — Come to historic Paoli and see carolers and Father Christmas strolling through town, take a horse-drawn carriage ride (noon to 3 pm) and visit the Paoli merchants for tasty sweets, warm beverages and holiday gift ideas.

 

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