Record Number of Venues Set for Spring Gallery Night
May 4, 2007 • 5–9 pm
MADISON, WI –Madison’s semiannual celebration of the visual arts returns on May 4 as a record-breaking 51 venues participate in the Spring 2007 Gallery Night. Visitors will enjoy extended hours, opening receptions, tours, hands-on activities for all ages, and special events. The evening also offers art lovers a unique opportunity to meet artists and see their latest works.
Gallery Night venues include museums, galleries, and other businesses, with nearly equal numbers from the east, west, and central areas of the city. The printed guide to Gallery Night, with details about offerings and locations, is available free of charge at participating establishments. A map and list of Gallery Night participants will also be available in the May 4 edition of Isthmus. Promotional support for Gallery Night is provided by Isthmus.
Held in conjunction with the opening of the Wisconsin Triennial at the Madison Museum of Contemporary Art, this spring’s Gallery Night will be a vibrant celebration of contemporary art throughout the state. A complete list of participating venues follows.
Spring 2007 Gallery Night Participants
East
1 Absolutely Art
2322 Atwood Ave. | 249-9100
Madison’s community-based art gallery featuring fine art and affordable gifts from more than 150 local artists.
2 Arts 4 All
Warner Park Community & Recreation Center, 1625 Northport Dr. | 318-0700
Arts 4 All presents the work of 17 artists in a variety of media including paintings, pottery, photography, jewelry, and more. Refreshments.
3 Artspace Twenty-Two-Eleven
2211 Atwood Ave. | 257-9443
Artspace Twenty-Two-Eleven will show black-and-white and hand-colored photography by Alison E. Mader and welded metal sculpture for the wall, table, and floor by Tim Britton.
4 Bad dog Frida
2094 Atwood Ave. | 442-6868
Specialty store featuring “Really cool things for good dogs and their people.” Currently on view, a collection of Stephanie Bartz’s expressive black-and-white photographs of dogs being dogs.
5 Body Conscious Pilates Studio
2045 Atwood Ave., Suite 107 | 244-0402
Nan Griffin, signature member of National Acrylics Painters Association, invites the viewer’s own intrigue in her reactive painting of abstracted figures and landscapes. Public reception 6-9 pm in this “art gallery for bodies.”
6 BriarPatch, featuring Mess Hall Press
BriarPatch, 1955 Atwood Ave. | 251-6211
Mess Hall Press, Madison’s free teen design and printing studio, will show a collection of screen-printed posters at the new offices of BriarPatch, Madison’s free confidential teen and family services organization.
7 Cafeé Zoma
2326 Atwood Ave. | 608-246-2009
Enjoy the Lapham School Second Grade Art Show!
8 The Curved Show
824 E. Johnson St. | 294-8032
Jennifer Anne, Laurel Lee, David Redwine, Dianne Soffa, and J.S. Kivikko present painting, sculpture, fine furniture, and video as part of The Curved Show.
9 CommonWealth Gallery
100 S. Baldwin St. | 256-6565
Two graduate MFA shows of two-dimmensional abstraction in oil and ink from Kate Bright and Letitia Garcia. Closing reception 6-10 pm.
10 Elliot Stith Fine Woodworking
1976 Atwood Ave. | 445-4646
Elliot Stith Fine Woodworking features custom cabinetry and modern furniture designed and constructed to last using a variety of materials from cement to zebrawood.
11 Lazy Jane’s Café
1358 Williamson St. | 257-5263
Enjoy a glass of champagne and meet local artists and craftspeople while viewing unique prints, paintings, jewelry, and mixed-media dolls. Open 6-9 pm.
12 Quicksilver Pottery
2138 Pennsylvania Ave. | 244-5040
Functional and sculptural works in stoneware and porcelain by the Black Earth kiln group. Lake Louie beer and snacks will be served.
13 Radiant Glass
100 S. Baldwin St., Suite 100 | 628-9292
Visit our new studio and gallery showcasing the work of local artists Stefan Bann and Scott Dunahee. Glass-blowing demonstrations.
14 Renee' Glass Factory
100 S. Baldwin St. | 347-6763
Renee' Glass Factory is a studio that produces glass art for windows and installations using nature and abstract color fields for inspiration.
15 Social Justice CenterJackie Macaulay Gallery
1202 Williamson St. | 227-0206
Currently on view, Prisoner Art Exhibition, a collection of paintings, drawings, woodcarvings, and sculptures from current and ex-prisoners from around the country.
16 Studio Paran
2051 Winnebago St. | 242-1111
Get a sneak peak of our future exhibition gallery for flowers, paintings, and vases in a contemplative space. Adjacent to a glass-blowing studio.
17 Tandem Press
201 S. Dickinson St. | 263-3437
Gallery exhibition will include recent prints by Jose Lerma, Nicola Lopez, Suzanne Caporael, Judy Pfaff, Ben Edwards, Robert Cottingham, and Tom Judd. Open 5-8 pm.
18 U-Frame-It
857 E. Johnson St. | 257-7717
Kelli Hoppmann and friends explore the potential of the human figure within painting in The Reemerging Figure. Expect a wide variety of styles including work by Joan Canto and Mary Diman.
19 Winnebago Studios
2046 Winnebago St. | 277-9495
Fifteen local artists in a variety of media including paper, fiber, photography, painting, ceramics, and woodworking. Visit artist studios and purchase directly from the artist. Refreshments served in the gallery.
Downtown
20 Art Saint Ann Gallery
210 N. Henry St. | 255-3422
Join us for new paintings on paper by Terrance McKillip and international art glass. Wine and cheese reception 6-9 pm.
21 Artist Open Studios
223 E. Mifflin St. | 852-4045
Artist Open Studios offers local artists rooms that become studio spaces for exhibitions and installations of their work. Artists work in a variety of mediums and contexts to create fresh and original work.
22 Broden Gallery Ltd.
218 N. Henry St. | 256-6100
Opening night reception for A Perfect Solitude with new paintings by Jay Paul Bell, Gary Bredendick, Greg Steele, Jerry Greenberg, and others.
23 Epoch Vintage Clothing
534 W. Washington Ave. | 255-2385
Epoch presents “revived and revalued” a new collection of artwear celebrating daily arts and crafts of the past. Wine and cheese served.
24 Gallery 323 at Rubin’s
323 E. Wilson St. | 255-8998
Recent etched steel panels by Bruce McDonald.
25 Little Luxuries
214 State St. | 255-7372
Unusual gifts for life’s special occasions including birthdays, weddings, housewarmings, and anniversaries. 20% off during Gallery Night with brochure.
26 Madison Children’s Museum
100 State St. | 251-0134
Madison Children’s Museum provides hands-on exhibits and programs that celebrate and encourage children’s imaginations and offer learning through play.
27 Madison Museum of Contemporary Art
227 State St. | 257-0158 | mmoca.org
MMoCA presents the opening of the Wisconsin Triennial, a survey of contemporary art in Wisconsin with works from over 40 artists. Mingle with artists while DJ Nick Nice spins tunes. Shop for distinctive treasures at the Museum Store.
28 Madison Senior Center
330 W. Mifflin St. | 266-6581
An Artful Affair includes art by more than 50 artists, all over the age of 55, from Dane County. This juried show celebrates May which is Older Americans Month.
Reception 6-8 pm.
29 Overture Galleries
201 State St. | 258-4961
artsTRIBE presents O Fortuna! Exploring Carmina Burana in collaboration with Madison Symphony Orchestra’s spring performance. Cherokee Middle School’s Drive-By Press includes students’ linoleum-block prints. UW-Madison MFA students present influX.
30 Sixteen Hands Studio
104 King St. | 219-0342
Several artists, including Linda Massey, Brian Strassburg, and Kevin Wade, present works in oil, collage, and screen printing.
31 State Street Gallery
109 State St. | 819-0304
State Street Gallery specializes in contemporary art and fine imported bottled wines. Pottery, sculpture, glassware, paintings, jewelry, kinetic art, dichroic light sculptures, prints, and cards.
32 Wisconsin Academy’s James Watrous Gallery
Overture Center - 201 State St., Third Floor | 265-2500
Wisconsin’s People on the Land examines the changing rural landscape of Wisconsin as seen through the eyes of four Wisconsin artists: Milwaukee painter David Lenz, Madison photographer Tom Jones, and Manitowoc photographers Julie Lindemann and John Shimon.
33 Wisconsin Union Galleries
Memorial Union - 800 Langdon St.| 262-5969 | www.union.wisc.edu/art/
View paintings by Michael Paul Miller and textile installation by Tanisha Lanae Redict at the Memorial Union’s Porter Butts and Class of 1925 Galleries. Reception from 6:30-9 pm.
West
34 Bindley Collection Gallery
Hilldale Mall - 702 N. Midvale Blvd. | 441-0505
Sculptural jewelry by 10 artists and other fine art and unique crafts by 60 regional artists.
35 The Bohemian Bauble
404 W. Lakeside St. | 333-2646
Lakeside Street business district’s funky little shop, featuring the artistic and vintage wares of nine local artists in a charming atmosphere. Convo with the artists and more from 5-9 pm.
36 Calabash Gifts & Home Accents
2608 Monroe St. | 233-2640
Shop for art jewelry, basketry, bead work, vases, raku, fine art, prints, beautiful wall hangings, tabletop ceramics, sculptures, wood carving shona, tablecloths, and cushions. Reception 5-9 pm.
37 Century House
3029 University Ave. | 233-4488
Meet and view the work of jewelry artist Amanda DeWitt, color flower photographer Linda Wiggen Kraft, black-and-white Shaker photographer James Ballard, and furniture maker Steven Spiro.
38 Chiripa, Artisan Crafts of the Americas
636 S. Park St. | 441-8808
Fine crafts of the Americas, direct from the artisans, including hand-hammered copper, Zapotec rugs, ceramics, mirrors, textiles, carvings, jewelry, basketry, and stone.
39 Douglas Art and Frame
3238 University Ave. | 441-9948
Highlighting a collection of landscape paintings from nineteenth-century British
watercolors to the present, and antique maps from J. Taylor’s.
40 Edgewood College – DeRicci Gallery
1000 Edgewood College Dr. | 663-2800
Presenting Time Stands Still and Pathway to Abstraction, the senior exhibitions of Ashly Bintzler and Carlie Wagner. Refreshments and jazz from Groove Merchants Jazz Group, 4:30-6:30 pm.
41 Grace Chosy Gallery
1825 Monroe St. | 255-1211
Oil on canvas paintings by Denish Presnell-Weidner that explore bridges. Presnell-Weidner’s works feature boldly painted views of, and through, bridges, Wisconsin water ways, and landscapes.
42 Higher Fire Clay Studio
2132 Regent St. | 233-3050
On view, Animals and Humans and Other Precious Things, with objects in clay by Linda Leighton, Rachelle Miller, and Briony Jean Foy. Exhibition on view through May 26.
43 Hue Art Gallery/Ma•Cha Teahouse + Gallery
1934 Monroe St. | 442-0500
Hue transitions into Ma•Cha Teahouse + Gallery with tea-themed art by various artists. Refreshments, music, and tea demonstrations from 5-9 pm.
44 Janus Galleries
2701 Monroe St. | 271-2222
Celebrate spring with our collection of new and old artists spanning three centuries. Landscapes, still lifes, marines scenes, and figurative works from North America, Europe, and beyond!
45 Linden Gallery
6201 Odana Rd. | 233-1633
Linden Gallery has moved into an elegant and dynamic setting on Odana Road. Enjoy 5,000 sq. ft. of paintings, ceramics, textiles, jewelry, and antiques from Asia.
46 Madison School & Community Recreation
3802 Regent St. | 204-3000 | www.mscr.org
Enjoy free ballroom and belly dance lessons, watch a pottery wheel demonstration, view works of art, and meet artists. Art Cart activities for children.
47 Milward Farrell Fine Art
2701 Monroe St. | 238-6501
Spring explodes with color, new works of art by gallery artists featuring glass, ceramics, paintings, prints, and a great selection of art jewelry. Reception 6-9 pm.
48 Monroe Street Fine Arts Center
2526 Monroe St. | 232-1510
Monroe Street Fine Arts Center, a Madison non-profit school of the arts, will showcase both student and instructor art. Live music and light refreshments.
49 Orange Tree Imports
1721 Monroe St. | 255-8211
Voted “Madison’s Best Specialty Shop” for over 20 years! Shop for kitchenware and gifts, and enjoy 10% discount on all Peggy Karr glassware during Gallery Night.
50 Stella’s Furniture
5400 King James Way (Corner of PD & Verona Road) | 238-7158
Meet artists Bruce Fortney and Richard Wilberg at a reception from 5-9 pm. Award-winning art, great food from Stella’s Bakery and high-style furniture.
51 unearthed LLC
2501 University Ave. | 441-1993
Browse a unique collection of architectural and vintage finds that become art objects for the home. Across from Lombardino’s Restaurant.