March 28th May 11th
Bruce Johnson Bruce is best known for his elegant copper flash raku pottery. This show will include new functional and non functional work.
Nocturne - This group exhibition explores the theme of night. Work in all media including painting, stained glass, metal and pastel.
Opening Reception Friday, March 28th 5:00-9:00 p.m.
April 5th
Paoli Raffle Day Spend the day in Paoli visiting our many shops. While youre here enter the Raffle to win gift certificates and prizes from local businesses.
May 16th June 22nd
Rachelle Miller and Pat Kroth Miller, known for functional ceramics, has recently embarked on a series of abstract wall pieces showcasing her trademark color and texture. Kroth is a nationally recognized fiber artist whose influences range from nature to jazz music.
Works on Paper A group show featuring many of our well know gallery artists as well as a few new additions. This show will present both abstract and representational work in a variety of media.
In the Cooler: Our alternative art space, located within the Gallery, will feature an installation by long time ceramicist Ruth Hansen. Hansens sculptural pieces explore sleep.
Opening Reception Friday, May 16th 5:00-9:00 p.m.
June 27th August 3rd
Rick Hintze Featuring new work in ceramic. Whitewater artist Rick Hintze is known for his clean forms and patterned surfaces.
Contemporary Animal Imagery This group exhibition examines the use of animal imagery in contemporary art. Expect a diverse body of work, including painting, ceramic, works on paper and stained glass.
In the Cooler: Miles Lowry Lowry has been photographing across the U.S. in attempt to draw attention to ancient old growth forests; special remnant sites, the last echoes of a forest that dominated the eastern landscape and still serve as genetic reservoirs of our forested future.
Opening Reception Friday, June 27th 5:00-9:00 p.m.
July 19th
Summer in Paoli - Music Event Harmonious Wail will be playing a free outdoor concert. Come visit local businesses and enjoy a summer day along the Sugar River.
August 8th September 14th
Kay Brathol-Hostvet Kay Brathol-Hostvet explores the Wisconsin landscape through her work in pastel. Her work is often described as contemporary regionalism, and is both detailed and naturalistic.
Wood and Furniture A group show featuring many of our artists working in wood. Work ranging from wood turned bowls and finely crafted boxes, to exquisite handcrafted furniture.
In the Cooler: Miel-Margarita Paredes returns to Wisconsin. Metal smith, Paredes has received the "Searchlight Artists" award from the American Craft Council and has work in Chazen Museum collection. She uses animal forms to interpret the ways humans manipulate the world to suit our needs; deconstructing and reconstructing both inanimate and animate objects.
Opening Reception Friday, August 8th 5:00-9:00 p.m.
September 19th October 26th
Plein Aire Artist working in a variety of media, including oil, acrylic, and pastel display current work created en plein aire. This exhibition will be accompanied by an outdoor painting event in September.
5th 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: As a figurative ceramic sculptor, Marlene Miller has exhibited nationally for more than 25 years, she was selected to receive a 2002 Illinois Arts Council Artist Fellowship Award for her ceramic work. Miller focuses on human content by working figuratively with clay, giving expression to internal realities that are both personal and universal in nature.
Opening Reception Friday, September 19th 5:00-9:00 p.m.
September 27th
Fall in Paoli - Featured artists will be painting throughout the day on the gallery grounds. Enjoy the change of seasons as you view works in progress, then join us inside to see other plein aire paintings.
November 7th December 31st
2008 Holiday Show Gifts for the Holidays! Come see all the new and exciting work in all media, including jewelry, fiber, ceramics and wood.
Metal Work Work by a variety of metal smiths will feature both functional and non functional work.
November 7th
Holiday Preview Event 5:00p.m. 9:00p.m. Please join us for an evening of Champagne and sweets, and preview our extensive selection of new work selected specifically with the Holidays in mind.
December 6th
Christmas in Paoli Explore the winter wonderland of Historic Paoli, WI.
