Artists for March, 2012
Carolyn Snow
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Medium:
Oil Painting What inspires your work? Drawing what I don't see How do you impact Milwaukee's creative economy? Show my work at art events Favorite hangout spot in Milwaukee? Art Stores |
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Ari Rosenthal
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Steph Davies
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Website:
www.stephdaviesartmusic.com Medium: Ink, coffee, and acrylic. What inspires your work? The freedom of flight. How do you impact Milwaukee's creative economy? Currently opening my own storefront, The Waxwing which will be an artist consignment shop & gallery space...hoping to help build upon the local artist community in Milwaukee/Shorewood & to provide the community with a space where they can interact with the local art scene through gallery openings/artist-hosted workshops and more. Favorite hangout spot in Milwaukee? Milwaukee's public museum....if I had it my way I could stay in there all alone over night and draw and draw to my heart's content. |
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Albin Erhart
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Website:
www.albininamerika.blogspot.com What inspires your work? Nearly anything on the inside. Artistic Background: Mostly self taught with graphic design background. Favorite hangout spot in Milwaukee? Anywhere I can park for free. What is missing from Milwaukee’s Art scene? Deep pockets with a passion for art. |
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William Arthur
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Website:
www.turbomammoth.com Medium: Acrylic/tattoo ink What inspires your work? The weird, wild and wealthy Artistic Background: Professional tattooist How do you impact Milwaukee's creative economy? Through tattooing/painting I make people happy.... Simply that. Favorite hangout spot in Milwaukee? Where ever they have deals on tall boys or My kitchen trust me its fun!!! What is missing from Milwaukee’s Art scene? More public events and people pushing their skills to the extreme! |
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Tom Wilcox
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Website:
Deviant Art Medium: Digital Art - Print form and on Jewelry What inspires your work? The amazing world of fractals. Artistic Background: 40 years of graphic/product design What is missing from Milwaukee’s Art scene? An art museum that embraces local artists. |
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Damir Zoric
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Website:
www.damirzoric.com Medium: Pens, Pencils, Acrylics, Oils and Graphic Design. What inspires your work? I am inspired by all of existence, but find today's modern society especially intriguing. How do you impact Milwaukee's creative economy? I work as a freelance Illustrator, Graphic Designer, Screen Printer and have been exhibiting my work throughout Milwaukee for the past 6 years. |
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Ben Stuart
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What inspires your work?
A love of people and their culture. Artistic Background: UWM School of Fine ARTS. How do you impact Milwaukee's creative economy? Participating in Photographic exhibition in the metropolitan Milwaukee area. Favorite hangout spot in Milwaukee? Riverfront Pizzeria Bar & Grill. What is missing from Milwaukee’s Art scene? Perhaps we need more artistic events to bring a more acute awareness of the Arts in Milwaukee. |
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Artists for February, 2012
Scott Hatton
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Website:
Hatton Custom Design Describe a new piece you are working on: Typically my work reflects on the natural, but lately I've been diving into the more abstract, trying to push my own boundaries... my latest works are more of a representation of the dirty, gritty side of milwaukee... What is missing from Milwaukee’s Art scene? As of lately- Me! But I'm working on changing that... Any savvy artist advice? Art is ever changing, ever expanding your horizons, pushing the norm but trying to please everyone else all at once.... |
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Melissa Belmonte
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Website:
melissabelmontes.com Describe a new piece you are working on: Creating variations of my wine rack made from a log. Favorite hangout spot in Milwaukee? MAM after dark events! What is missing from Milwaukee’s Art scene? More street art Any savvy artist advice? Consider everything an experiment |
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Artists for January, 2012
Valerie Hernandez
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Website:
Valerie Hernandez Where do you live? Union Grove, WI Describe a new piece you are working on: I am working on a couple of bird prints. |
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Liam Maltz
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Any savvy artist advice?
Live life. Favorite hangout spot in Milwaukee? Rochambo coffee & tea house |
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Tony Kinnard
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Website:
http://tkcartoonist.info Describe a new piece you are working on: An abstract comic. It's currently just a script, but I'm planning to work more on it. Favorite hangout spot in Milwaukee? Whenever I'm in Milwaukee, I'm usually somewhere around the Third Ward. Any savvy artist advice? Always be willing to experiment and try something new, lest you be stuck in the same rut. |
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Brent Oudeans
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Website:
Lion Heart Art Favorite hangout spot in Milwaukee? Casablanca on Brady. Describe a new piece you are working on: Exploring digital media for the purpose of live art & performance. Any savvy artist advice? Surrender to the unknown & reveal what you find. |
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Jeffrey Eckel
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Website:
http://thatsnosurprise.tumblr.com/archive Describe a new piece you are working on: Large murals at ART Milwaukee office. What is missing from Milwaukee’s Art scene? The chip on its shoulder that used to be there. Any savvy artist advice? Don't give up. |
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Adam Horwitz
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Website:
adamjhoriwtz.com Describe a new piece you are working on: Two-dimensional representations of memeory and place using various media. What is missing from Milwaukee’s Art scene? Wider acceptance of the arts/cultural communities by our residents. Any savvy artist advice? Beg, borrow, steal... |
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Greg Schoeneck
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Matt Nadolny
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Favorite hangout spot in Milwaukee?
Nothing better than Hooligans on a Thursday night. Describe a new piece you are working on: I am working on a piece about a dual life styles. Any savvy artist advice? To practice any art, no matter how well or badly, is a way to make your soul grow. |
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Jenny Anderson
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Website:
jennyandersonart.com Describe a new piece you are working on: I have been working on some egg tempera portraits. I am new to the medium but I am finding it very exciting. What is missing from Milwaukee’s Art scene? I think that the art scene is missing outdoor painters. I think an avant guard Plein Air scene is needed. Any savvy artist advice? Try not to be scared of who you are or what you do. It is really the only thing that you have. |
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Sophia Gatti Taylor
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What is missing from Milwaukee’s Art scene?
More glamour. Describe a new piece you are working on: The Meditation Room at Art Milwaukee's Offices Any savvy artist advice? Create. Just do it. |
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Anna Knuth
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Website:
Anna's Artistry on Facebook Favorite hangout spot in Milwaukee? Charlies and Alterra What is missing from Milwaukee’s Art scene? More events where artists of all mediums can show together. Any savvy artist advice? Let your creativity guide you and be truthful about where you should go with it. |
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Beata Chrzanowska
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Website:
http://cargocollective.com/beatachrzanowska Favorite hangout spot in Milwaukee? Anywhere with a sweet dance floor. What do you do when you're not creating? Currently, working a lot. But for fun I dance, bike, cook. What inspires your work? People, geometry, color combinations, but everything can really. |
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Artists for January, 2012
Jared Plock
Website:
jp-squared.com
What inspires your work:
Beauty and ugliness.
What do you do when your not creating:
Read, research and music.
Any savvy Artist Advice:
Create. Then recreate. - Repeat
jp-squared.com
What inspires your work:
Beauty and ugliness.
What do you do when your not creating:
Read, research and music.
Any savvy Artist Advice:
Create. Then recreate. - Repeat
Rebecca Haas
Website:
http://www.facebook.com/pages/Becka-Haas/104895782741
What inspires your work:
Nature, dreams
Favorite Milwaukee hangout spot:
I am a bicyclist, so all of milwaukee's beautiful bike trails
What do you do when your not creating:I love to read and write, cook and bake, swim, bike, hike, camping, watching movies, friends, boyfriend, family
http://www.facebook.com/pages/Becka-Haas/104895782741
What inspires your work:
Nature, dreams
Favorite Milwaukee hangout spot:
I am a bicyclist, so all of milwaukee's beautiful bike trails
What do you do when your not creating:I love to read and write, cook and bake, swim, bike, hike, camping, watching movies, friends, boyfriend, family
Jenie Gao
Website:
http://sunnyapplesilk.com
Favorite hangout spot:
South Shore Park
What's missing from Milwaukee's art scene:
Milwaukee has solid feet, a solid identity, but it lacks a head to guide it. There is potential here, but we need leaders with a vision in this city to make things really happen.
http://sunnyapplesilk.com
Favorite hangout spot:
South Shore Park
What's missing from Milwaukee's art scene:
Milwaukee has solid feet, a solid identity, but it lacks a head to guide it. There is potential here, but we need leaders with a vision in this city to make things really happen.
Elizabeth Van Housen
Website:
www.elizabeth-van-housen-art.com
Where do you live:
Lower eastside
Favorite hangout spot:
The Up and Under Bar
Any odd artist request:
All the time. I started creating what I call "Paint by Number Porn," and the requests for that are hilarious.
Whats missing from the Milwaukee art scene:
I'm not sure, perhaps more artists like me?
www.elizabeth-van-housen-art.com
Where do you live:
Lower eastside
Favorite hangout spot:
The Up and Under Bar
Any odd artist request:
All the time. I started creating what I call "Paint by Number Porn," and the requests for that are hilarious.
Whats missing from the Milwaukee art scene:
I'm not sure, perhaps more artists like me?
Rachel Walling
Website:
rachelwalling.blogspot.com
What inspires your work:
The of diversity of peoples lives and the connections with the things that surround them. Right now my focus is specifically on the connection between humans and animals and anthropomorphism.
Favorite hangout spot:
Alterra on Humboldt
Any odd artist requests:
LA Lakers themed, wall size, painting
Whats missing for Milwaukee's Art scene:
More artists collaborating and becoming a true community
rachelwalling.blogspot.com
What inspires your work:
The of diversity of peoples lives and the connections with the things that surround them. Right now my focus is specifically on the connection between humans and animals and anthropomorphism.
Favorite hangout spot:
Alterra on Humboldt
Any odd artist requests:
LA Lakers themed, wall size, painting
Whats missing for Milwaukee's Art scene:
More artists collaborating and becoming a true community
Kari Garon
Website:
http://inkteraction.ning.com/profile/karigaron
What inspires your work:
Society and culture
What do you do when your not creating:
Read and write
http://inkteraction.ning.com/profile/karigaron
What inspires your work:
Society and culture
What do you do when your not creating:
Read and write
Featured Artists for August 4th, 2011 Urban Island Beach Party
Lydia Jean
Website:
www.lydiajean.com
Where do you live:
Riverwest
Favorite Milwaukee hang out spot:
Antiques On Second
Any odd art requests?
To draw fat kids chasing a cupcake
Any savvy artist advice?
Just create what you want to create and to hell with everyone else.
www.lydiajean.com
Where do you live:
Riverwest
Favorite Milwaukee hang out spot:
Antiques On Second
Any odd art requests?
To draw fat kids chasing a cupcake
Any savvy artist advice?
Just create what you want to create and to hell with everyone else.
Shari Brzinski
Website:
www.sharibrzinski.webs.com
Where do you live:
In Milwaukee, just west of Bay View in a cute, family friendly neighborhood by Ohio Park
What inspires your work:
My art is like a journal. A large part of my emotions and experiences go into each piece of art. Most of my paintings are also inspired by my interactions with nature and in the city.
What do you do when your not creating:
I am a busy mom, wife and student. I am working towards a masters in Art Therapy while also spending as much time with my family as I can.
www.sharibrzinski.webs.com
Where do you live:
In Milwaukee, just west of Bay View in a cute, family friendly neighborhood by Ohio Park
What inspires your work:
My art is like a journal. A large part of my emotions and experiences go into each piece of art. Most of my paintings are also inspired by my interactions with nature and in the city.
What do you do when your not creating:
I am a busy mom, wife and student. I am working towards a masters in Art Therapy while also spending as much time with my family as I can.
April Rafko
Website:
www.autumnlaneartistry.com
Where do you live:
West Bend, WI
What inspires your work:
I am inspired by animals especially big cats, horses, and our feathered friends.
www.autumnlaneartistry.com
Where do you live:
West Bend, WI
What inspires your work:
I am inspired by animals especially big cats, horses, and our feathered friends.
Jody Casden
Website:
http://www.bluecanvas.com/jodcazart
What inspires your work:
Everything about my surroundings and my connection with my soul's purpose...
Whats missing from Milwaukee's art scene:
Large collaborations and public murals, where everyone can come together to expand their creative minds.
Any savvy artist advice:
Never judge yourself, every stroke is the right stroke.
http://www.bluecanvas.com/jodcazart
What inspires your work:
Everything about my surroundings and my connection with my soul's purpose...
Whats missing from Milwaukee's art scene:
Large collaborations and public murals, where everyone can come together to expand their creative minds.
Any savvy artist advice:
Never judge yourself, every stroke is the right stroke.
Devon Lindsey
Website:
http://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=135501566
What inspires your work:
Many things inspire my art work, but the most important is the search for truth, spritually and physically. Also to expose art (energy) to as many people as I can.
Whats missing from Milwaukee's art scene:
Big peices of collaborated art work from many different artists.
Any savvy artist advice:
All art work is a portal of energy to and from the time and place that it was created; it is continuous energy that is immortal.
http://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=135501566
What inspires your work:
Many things inspire my art work, but the most important is the search for truth, spritually and physically. Also to expose art (energy) to as many people as I can.
Whats missing from Milwaukee's art scene:
Big peices of collaborated art work from many different artists.
Any savvy artist advice:
All art work is a portal of energy to and from the time and place that it was created; it is continuous energy that is immortal.
Ashley Janke
Website:
ashleymariejanke.blogspot.com
Favorite hangout spot in Milwaukee:
I mean it is hard to choose, Foundation, Circle A, Co-op, friends kitchens, little art venues. I guess Riverwest sums it up.
ashleymariejanke.blogspot.com
Favorite hangout spot in Milwaukee:
I mean it is hard to choose, Foundation, Circle A, Co-op, friends kitchens, little art venues. I guess Riverwest sums it up.
Featured Artists for July 7th, 2011
"ART in Transit" ART Jamboree
Laura Holterman
Website:
www.flikr.com/photos/ljholterman
Where Do You Live:
Bayview
What is Missing From Milwaukee's Art Scene:
More opportunities for emerging artists! ART Milwaukee is a great first step!
What Do You Do When You Are Not Creating:
Rehearsing at Carte Blanche Studios and trying to remember what my bed looks like
www.flikr.com/photos/ljholterman
Where Do You Live:
Bayview
What is Missing From Milwaukee's Art Scene:
More opportunities for emerging artists! ART Milwaukee is a great first step!
What Do You Do When You Are Not Creating:
Rehearsing at Carte Blanche Studios and trying to remember what my bed looks like
Ryan Carter
Website:
www.cargocollective.com/Iwhaleskin
What Inspires Your Work:
A constant search for fresh aestetics and concepts that hit the mark.
Whats Missing from the Milwaukee Art Scene:
Unity (among us artists)
Any Savvy Artist Advice:
Practice instead of wasting your time.
www.cargocollective.com/Iwhaleskin
What Inspires Your Work:
A constant search for fresh aestetics and concepts that hit the mark.
Whats Missing from the Milwaukee Art Scene:
Unity (among us artists)
Any Savvy Artist Advice:
Practice instead of wasting your time.
Christopher McIntyre
Website:
http://www.christophermcintyreperceptions.com
Where Do You Live:
Milwaukee, WI. (Uptown)
Where Do You Hangout:
East Side.
Any Savvy Artist Adivce:
Be as natural as possible. The best art is generally unscripted.
http://www.christophermcintyreperceptions.com
Where Do You Live:
Milwaukee, WI. (Uptown)
Where Do You Hangout:
East Side.
Any Savvy Artist Adivce:
Be as natural as possible. The best art is generally unscripted.
Alec Schuppel
What Inspires Your Work:
A grand appreciation for the beautiful that hides in the insignificant.
Favorite Hangout Spot in Milwaukee:
The Irish Pub (Third Ward)
Any Savvy Artist Advice:
If your alive, your doing just fine
A grand appreciation for the beautiful that hides in the insignificant.
Favorite Hangout Spot in Milwaukee:
The Irish Pub (Third Ward)
Any Savvy Artist Advice:
If your alive, your doing just fine
Featured Artists for June 2nd, 2011
"Arabian Nights" ART Jamboree
Jaci Sumner
Website:
www.glossphotographystudios.com
Where do you live:
Whitefish Bay
What inspires your work:
Ugly things and pretty compositions (non-portrait work
Favorite hangout spot in Milwaukee:
Brady St/Third Ward
Whats missing from Milwaukee's ART Scene:
Gallery walks though business districts
www.glossphotographystudios.com
Where do you live:
Whitefish Bay
What inspires your work:
Ugly things and pretty compositions (non-portrait work
Favorite hangout spot in Milwaukee:
Brady St/Third Ward
Whats missing from Milwaukee's ART Scene:
Gallery walks though business districts
Kristen Melby
Website:
http://straeproductions.weebly.com
Where do you live:
Shorewood
What inspires your work:
Naked chics, colors and trees
Favorite Milwaukee hangout:
Car
Whats missing from Milwaukee's art scene:
Dark art, grungy art, and naked chicks.
http://straeproductions.weebly.com
Where do you live:
Shorewood
What inspires your work:
Naked chics, colors and trees
Favorite Milwaukee hangout:
Car
Whats missing from Milwaukee's art scene:
Dark art, grungy art, and naked chicks.
Annie B & The Vagabond Company
Website:
http://AnnieBmusic.com
Favorite hangout spot in Milwaukee:
Cafe Centraal, Harry's
What's Missing From Milwaukee's Art Scene:
An amazing "strip" of live original music venues, where you can bounce from one bar to thenext and check out a bunch of amazing local bands in one night (like Pioneer Square in Seattle, The Sunset Strip in L.A., or 6th Street in Austin). We barely have this going for us here, with North Ave., Water Street, & KK in Bay View, but we need to kick it up a couple notches!!!
Any savvy artist advice?
Oh, yes: Learn the business (the music business, in my case), take responsibility to make your career go where you want it to go, and keep creating great work. Continue relentlessly putting youself & your work out there. Much of it is just being in the right place at the right time, and you have be out out there in different places a lot to make that happen. Success happens when opportunity meets preparedness.
http://AnnieBmusic.com
Favorite hangout spot in Milwaukee:
Cafe Centraal, Harry's
What's Missing From Milwaukee's Art Scene:
An amazing "strip" of live original music venues, where you can bounce from one bar to thenext and check out a bunch of amazing local bands in one night (like Pioneer Square in Seattle, The Sunset Strip in L.A., or 6th Street in Austin). We barely have this going for us here, with North Ave., Water Street, & KK in Bay View, but we need to kick it up a couple notches!!!
Any savvy artist advice?
Oh, yes: Learn the business (the music business, in my case), take responsibility to make your career go where you want it to go, and keep creating great work. Continue relentlessly putting youself & your work out there. Much of it is just being in the right place at the right time, and you have be out out there in different places a lot to make that happen. Success happens when opportunity meets preparedness.
Everything - Annie B & The Vagabond Company
Jenny Janecke
Website:
jennyjaneckeart.com
Where do you live:
Milwaukee-3rd Ward
Favorite hangout spot in Milwaukee:
Alterra on 1st st or the Irish Pub
What is missing from Milwaukee’s Art scene?
More social interaction...networking
jennyjaneckeart.com
Where do you live:
Milwaukee-3rd Ward
Favorite hangout spot in Milwaukee:
Alterra on 1st st or the Irish Pub
What is missing from Milwaukee’s Art scene?
More social interaction...networking
Rebecca Nycz
Website:
http://web.mac.com/rebeccanycz
Favorite Hangout Spot:
Miller Park
Whats missing from Milwaukee's art scene:
More realism!
What do you do when you are not creating?
Cook, bike, walk my dog, play volleyball, hang out with friends.
http://web.mac.com/rebeccanycz
Favorite Hangout Spot:
Miller Park
Whats missing from Milwaukee's art scene:
More realism!
What do you do when you are not creating?
Cook, bike, walk my dog, play volleyball, hang out with friends.
Joshua Vogel
Website:
www.vogelceramics.com
What inspires your work:
My work is derived from ideas of the past combined with modern influences
Favorite hangout spot in Milwaukee:
Taylors
What is missing from the Milwaukee Art Scene:
I think what is missing is introducing Milwaukee to the many unknown artist that reside here, but ART Milwaukee is providing that opportunity
Any savvy artist advice:
Network, as much as possible.
www.vogelceramics.com
What inspires your work:
My work is derived from ideas of the past combined with modern influences
Favorite hangout spot in Milwaukee:
Taylors
What is missing from the Milwaukee Art Scene:
I think what is missing is introducing Milwaukee to the many unknown artist that reside here, but ART Milwaukee is providing that opportunity
Any savvy artist advice:
Network, as much as possible.
Amanda Iglinski
Website:
http://www.aestheticsplendor.com/
Where do you live:
Bay View
Favorite hangout spot in Milwaukee:Besides my art studio?
Anywhere with good music, great people and an even better bartender.
What is missing from Milwaukee’s Art scene?
Initiative. I have had the pleasure of talking to a lot of individuals with great ideas, but these ideas never come to fruition. In most cases, its really a shame because there is a lot of talent in Milwaukee that goes unnoticed because of this lack of initiative.
What do you do when your not creating?
I'm usually out causing trouble.
http://www.aestheticsplendor.com/
Where do you live:
Bay View
Favorite hangout spot in Milwaukee:Besides my art studio?
Anywhere with good music, great people and an even better bartender.
What is missing from Milwaukee’s Art scene?
Initiative. I have had the pleasure of talking to a lot of individuals with great ideas, but these ideas never come to fruition. In most cases, its really a shame because there is a lot of talent in Milwaukee that goes unnoticed because of this lack of initiative.
What do you do when your not creating?
I'm usually out causing trouble.
A. Frost Wiedmeyer
Website:
www.frostovision.com
Where do you live:
Milwaukee's East Side
What inspires your work:
Comics - both mainstream and independent. All kinds of illustration, pin up girls.
Favorite hangout spot in Milwaukee:
Ma Fischers, any kind of local diner. I love, love, love drinking diner coffee and making art.
What is missing from Milwaukee’s Art scene:
Out with the old, in with the new. I always feel that there is a distinct lack of comic artists and art.
Any savvy artist advice:
There's no such thing as perfect, but practice most definitely does make you better. Also, always carry a sketchbook with you -- you never know when you're going to need it.
www.frostovision.com
Where do you live:
Milwaukee's East Side
What inspires your work:
Comics - both mainstream and independent. All kinds of illustration, pin up girls.
Favorite hangout spot in Milwaukee:
Ma Fischers, any kind of local diner. I love, love, love drinking diner coffee and making art.
What is missing from Milwaukee’s Art scene:
Out with the old, in with the new. I always feel that there is a distinct lack of comic artists and art.
Any savvy artist advice:
There's no such thing as perfect, but practice most definitely does make you better. Also, always carry a sketchbook with you -- you never know when you're going to need it.
Anna Knuth
Website:
http://aknuthart.carbonmade.com
Where do you live:
Wauwatosa
Favorite hangout spot in Milwaukee?
I really enjoy hanging out by the lake. The parks along the lake are each unique and amazing. Having recently moved to the Wauwatosa area, I have gained a great appreciation for the scene here.
Whats missing from Milwaukee's art scene:Milwaukee's art scene has really begun to flourish and believe the right people are making the right moves to help promote the scene. Go Milwaukee!
http://aknuthart.carbonmade.com
Where do you live:
Wauwatosa
Favorite hangout spot in Milwaukee?
I really enjoy hanging out by the lake. The parks along the lake are each unique and amazing. Having recently moved to the Wauwatosa area, I have gained a great appreciation for the scene here.
Whats missing from Milwaukee's art scene:Milwaukee's art scene has really begun to flourish and believe the right people are making the right moves to help promote the scene. Go Milwaukee!
Michael Guten
Website:
metalworkers.org/Gutes
Where do you live:
Milwaukee's East Side
What inspires your work:
Geology, geometry, natural flow, and natural viney/filigree formations. To put it simply, the things that immediately surround me at different points in time.
Favorite hangout spot in Milwaukee:
The Jazz Estate for sure. Best Tuesdays for music in the entire city. I'd be willing to make a bet on that. Otherwise, anywhere with a well above average beer selection
Whats missing from Milwaukee's art scene:
Live art creation at concerts. It's such a great tool to let attendees feel more connected to the event, artist, and experience. It's also a great way for young fledgling artists to get noticed.
Any savvy artist advice:
As far as creating, everyone deserves a shot, so don't hold back. just remember that art uses a lot of natural resources, so don't be wasteful and don't make it unless you're going to give it 110%
metalworkers.org/Gutes
Where do you live:
Milwaukee's East Side
What inspires your work:
Geology, geometry, natural flow, and natural viney/filigree formations. To put it simply, the things that immediately surround me at different points in time.
Favorite hangout spot in Milwaukee:
The Jazz Estate for sure. Best Tuesdays for music in the entire city. I'd be willing to make a bet on that. Otherwise, anywhere with a well above average beer selection
Whats missing from Milwaukee's art scene:
Live art creation at concerts. It's such a great tool to let attendees feel more connected to the event, artist, and experience. It's also a great way for young fledgling artists to get noticed.
Any savvy artist advice:
As far as creating, everyone deserves a shot, so don't hold back. just remember that art uses a lot of natural resources, so don't be wasteful and don't make it unless you're going to give it 110%
Audra-Jane Scholtes
Website:
http://audra-jane.jscholtes.com/
Where do you live:
Riverwest
What inspires your work:
The way that we all self edit the way that we see the world and the marks people leave behind on the landscape
What's missing from Milwaukee's art scene:More Art Milwaukee. Accessibility to and information on art and artists.
Any savvy artist advice:
Never be without your sketch book and favorite mark-making implement. You never when something will be worth taking down in words, a picture or the object itself between a couple pages.
http://audra-jane.jscholtes.com/
Where do you live:
Riverwest
What inspires your work:
The way that we all self edit the way that we see the world and the marks people leave behind on the landscape
What's missing from Milwaukee's art scene:More Art Milwaukee. Accessibility to and information on art and artists.
Any savvy artist advice:
Never be without your sketch book and favorite mark-making implement. You never when something will be worth taking down in words, a picture or the object itself between a couple pages.
Featured Artists for May 5th, 2011
"Cinco De Mayo & Salsa Crawl"
Sheila Teruty
Website:
http://www.flickr.com/photos/vintageandcraftage/
What is missing from Milwaukee’s Art scene?
I would like to see more recycled art and fashion.
What do you do when you’re not creating?
Thriftng!
Describe an early creative experience.
I used to write a lot of poetry when I was younger, when I first discovered that I had a creative voice inside, I was going through an angsty time in my teenage life. I felt alone and when I discovered that I could create something beautiful out of pain, it was a very powerful and eye opening experience for me which lead me to other art forms.
http://www.flickr.com/photos/vintageandcraftage/
What is missing from Milwaukee’s Art scene?
I would like to see more recycled art and fashion.
What do you do when you’re not creating?
Thriftng!
Describe an early creative experience.
I used to write a lot of poetry when I was younger, when I first discovered that I had a creative voice inside, I was going through an angsty time in my teenage life. I felt alone and when I discovered that I could create something beautiful out of pain, it was a very powerful and eye opening experience for me which lead me to other art forms.
Dena Nord
Website:
www.denanord.com
Favorite hangout spot in Milwaukee?
I love being near the Lake in the summer, but I can’t find a favorite place in Milwaukee. I love just finding new amazing places every year and loving Milwaukee more every time I find one.
What is missing from Milwaukee’s Art scene?
Recognition. Milwaukee is doing so many things it should be for the arts. Having groups like Art Milwaukee is just one of them, Gallery nights is another. But it is not getting the recognition from the public it should. The art community is huge here and we beginning to start forming together. We just need to be more public and communal about our efforts and the rest will follow.
What do you do when you’re not creating?
Organize things, people or events to get creative people to join up and get stuff done.
And sleep.
www.denanord.com
Favorite hangout spot in Milwaukee?
I love being near the Lake in the summer, but I can’t find a favorite place in Milwaukee. I love just finding new amazing places every year and loving Milwaukee more every time I find one.
What is missing from Milwaukee’s Art scene?
Recognition. Milwaukee is doing so many things it should be for the arts. Having groups like Art Milwaukee is just one of them, Gallery nights is another. But it is not getting the recognition from the public it should. The art community is huge here and we beginning to start forming together. We just need to be more public and communal about our efforts and the rest will follow.
What do you do when you’re not creating?
Organize things, people or events to get creative people to join up and get stuff done.
And sleep.
Stacey Ball
Website:
http://expressiverenditions.weebly.com
What inspires your work?
I am mainly inspired by the human form. I love how everyone is unique and I love showing that on paper. Recently I also have been inspired by nature. I love to draw, graphite being my favorite medium, and whether it’s a single leaf or an entire flower garden, I enjoy capturing the scene or small pieces.
Favorite hangout spot in Milwaukee?
I LOVE Café Lulu
What is missing from Milwaukee’s Art scene?
I currently feel that the art scene isn’t collaborative enough. I feel a large separation between artists.
http://expressiverenditions.weebly.com
What inspires your work?
I am mainly inspired by the human form. I love how everyone is unique and I love showing that on paper. Recently I also have been inspired by nature. I love to draw, graphite being my favorite medium, and whether it’s a single leaf or an entire flower garden, I enjoy capturing the scene or small pieces.
Favorite hangout spot in Milwaukee?
I LOVE Café Lulu
What is missing from Milwaukee’s Art scene?
I currently feel that the art scene isn’t collaborative enough. I feel a large separation between artists.
Kelli Busch
Website:
www.EnergyOfTheMind.blogspot.com
Where do you live?
Bay View (Milwaukee, WI)
Favorite hangout spot in Milwaukee?
Lake Michigan. The lakefront is ever changing: the people, the birds, the waves crashing over the breakwater, the sunrise over the endless watery horizon line. If I’m ever needing inspiration to create, that’s usually where I go.
What is missing from Milwaukee’s Art scene?
Venues willing to display local, unknown artists and give them a chance. Art Milwaukee seems to be helping that cause though, and for that, much thanks!
Any savvy artist advice? Keep at it. You will grow with your art.
www.EnergyOfTheMind.blogspot.com
Where do you live?
Bay View (Milwaukee, WI)
Favorite hangout spot in Milwaukee?
Lake Michigan. The lakefront is ever changing: the people, the birds, the waves crashing over the breakwater, the sunrise over the endless watery horizon line. If I’m ever needing inspiration to create, that’s usually where I go.
What is missing from Milwaukee’s Art scene?
Venues willing to display local, unknown artists and give them a chance. Art Milwaukee seems to be helping that cause though, and for that, much thanks!
Any savvy artist advice? Keep at it. You will grow with your art.
Amanda Conrad
Website: http://amandaconrad.carbonmade.com
Favorite hangout spot in Milwaukee?
I love the Historic Third Ward. All the shops, restaurants, and galleries – the place has it all!
What is missing from Milwaukee’s Art scene?
I think I’d like to see more gallery shows for emerging artists to participate in. Being in as many shows as possible is a great way to sell work and to get your name out on the art scene.
Favorite hangout spot in Milwaukee?
I love the Historic Third Ward. All the shops, restaurants, and galleries – the place has it all!
What is missing from Milwaukee’s Art scene?
I think I’d like to see more gallery shows for emerging artists to participate in. Being in as many shows as possible is a great way to sell work and to get your name out on the art scene.
Bryce Walhof
Website:
http://enonedesign.com
http://en-1.deviantart.com
Favorite Hang Out Spot:
My favorite place to keep it real in Milwaukee is on the lower east side. If im not there, find me at the shorewood nature reserve.
What do you do when your not creating:
When I'm not focused on my work, I am attending class, snowboarding, or DJ'ing Parties.
http://enonedesign.com
http://en-1.deviantart.com
Favorite Hang Out Spot:
My favorite place to keep it real in Milwaukee is on the lower east side. If im not there, find me at the shorewood nature reserve.
What do you do when your not creating:
When I'm not focused on my work, I am attending class, snowboarding, or DJ'ing Parties.
Phil Koch
Website:
MyHorizonArt.com / Phil-koch.artistwebsites.com
What inspires your work?
If a group of people are standing and
photographing something you will find me a thousand feet to the right or left. I tend to look for the things that others just pass by.
Favorite hangout spot in Milwaukee?
Any empty meadow at sunrise or alley on a stormy day.
MyHorizonArt.com / Phil-koch.artistwebsites.com
What inspires your work?
If a group of people are standing and
photographing something you will find me a thousand feet to the right or left. I tend to look for the things that others just pass by.
Favorite hangout spot in Milwaukee?
Any empty meadow at sunrise or alley on a stormy day.
John Kowalczyk
Website: www.johnkowalczyk.blogspot.com
Where do you live?
For the most part I live in my own abstract world escaping from reality every time I step into a piece of art, physically I live in Riverwest, Milwaukee.
Favorite hangout spot in Milwaukee?
The back booth of the best tiki bar Foundation packed with my friends and mojitos.
What is missing from Milwaukee’s Art scene?
Over the past four years I have seen the birth of an “Art Scene” that can definitely sit at the adult table with cities like Chicago and LA. These spaces such as Green Gallery, Small Space, Armory (now default), Jackpot Gallery, nAbr Gallery, Analog Blog, Borg Ward, American Fantasy Classics… are for the most part artist run and artist funded. What’s missing sometimes is the coinage, show me the money and share the love, Milwaukee needs more people to buy art.
Describe an early creative experience.
I remember my 10th grade Spanish class notebook. It was spiral bound, wide rule, 120 pages, yellow as sunflowers, and very worldly. I did a crappy drawing on the cover of it of some Mayan god that I thought was freakn awesome at the time, but I also started writing my autobiography in it. The creative part of this experience is that I was writing my autobiography in Braille.
Where do you live?
For the most part I live in my own abstract world escaping from reality every time I step into a piece of art, physically I live in Riverwest, Milwaukee.
Favorite hangout spot in Milwaukee?
The back booth of the best tiki bar Foundation packed with my friends and mojitos.
What is missing from Milwaukee’s Art scene?
Over the past four years I have seen the birth of an “Art Scene” that can definitely sit at the adult table with cities like Chicago and LA. These spaces such as Green Gallery, Small Space, Armory (now default), Jackpot Gallery, nAbr Gallery, Analog Blog, Borg Ward, American Fantasy Classics… are for the most part artist run and artist funded. What’s missing sometimes is the coinage, show me the money and share the love, Milwaukee needs more people to buy art.
Describe an early creative experience.
I remember my 10th grade Spanish class notebook. It was spiral bound, wide rule, 120 pages, yellow as sunflowers, and very worldly. I did a crappy drawing on the cover of it of some Mayan god that I thought was freakn awesome at the time, but I also started writing my autobiography in it. The creative part of this experience is that I was writing my autobiography in Braille.
Nicolas Grasset
Website:
“nicolas grasset art” on fb and Flickr
Where do you live?
Wauwatosa, WI. Born and raised in Paris, France.
Favorite hangout spot in Milwaukee?
Honestly at home with my wife and kid.
What inspires your work?
I miss the beauty and character of my good old country: the chipped paint of a wood door, of a piece of furniture; the rusted metal of a gate. Weathered Things… I paint with a lot of color and textures, bringing the vibrancy of the new with the character of the old.
“nicolas grasset art” on fb and Flickr
Where do you live?
Wauwatosa, WI. Born and raised in Paris, France.
Favorite hangout spot in Milwaukee?
Honestly at home with my wife and kid.
What inspires your work?
I miss the beauty and character of my good old country: the chipped paint of a wood door, of a piece of furniture; the rusted metal of a gate. Weathered Things… I paint with a lot of color and textures, bringing the vibrancy of the new with the character of the old.
Laura Macías Barrera
Website:
www.warehouselaura.com
What inspires your work?
Brick buildings, old machinery and Obese and bald people.
What is missing from Milwaukee’s Art scene?
More exposure and funding
Any odd art requests?
An obese and bald naked guy holding a monkey's hand.
Any savvy artist advice?
New artist generations shouldn´t follow conventional modes to be known.
www.warehouselaura.com
What inspires your work?
Brick buildings, old machinery and Obese and bald people.
What is missing from Milwaukee’s Art scene?
More exposure and funding
Any odd art requests?
An obese and bald naked guy holding a monkey's hand.
Any savvy artist advice?
New artist generations shouldn´t follow conventional modes to be known.
Featured Artists for April 7th, 2011
"Art of Mixology"
Evan Christian
Evan Christian born in Chicago, Illinois raised in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Recording Artist, Music Producer, Award Winning Flamenco Guitarist, World Traveller. Evan Christian discovered the guitar as a teenager, and without ever having lessons has progressed to become one of the most dynamic and sought after solo performers in the world. In 2005 Evan released his debut cd "Fuego", a nuevo flamenco cd which won him international acclaim.
Also in 2005, Evan Christian went to Spain to study flamenco and to promote his cd, and in the process, collaborated and performed with some of Spain's top flamenco players. In 2007 Evan Christian was voted Best Acoustic Musician by the readers of the Shepherd Express in Milwaukee WI..
Also in 2005, Evan Christian went to Spain to study flamenco and to promote his cd, and in the process, collaborated and performed with some of Spain's top flamenco players. In 2007 Evan Christian was voted Best Acoustic Musician by the readers of the Shepherd Express in Milwaukee WI..
Brittany Farina
What inspires your work?
Old Films, People, Animals, Nostalgia, History.
Favorite hangout spot in Milwaukee?
AJ Bombers, The Third Ward.
What do you do when you’re not creating?
Hmmm Creating?
My Website
www.Brittanyfarina.com
Old Films, People, Animals, Nostalgia, History.
Favorite hangout spot in Milwaukee?
AJ Bombers, The Third Ward.
What do you do when you’re not creating?
Hmmm Creating?
My Website
www.Brittanyfarina.com
Bridget Dreher
Where do you reside?
I live in Milwaukee near UWM campus, where I am currently attending school.
Favorite hangout spot in Milwaukee?
Scaffidi’s or Stubby’s…love the beer at Stubby’s, but you have to support your local dive bars!
What inspires your work?
Everything! I love color, I love texture, and I love nature. So many things I see make me want to create art. Whether it be seeing an old man with a crazy beard, an amazing sunset, or interesting fabric; making things is what I love to do so the inspiration is the easiest part.
What is missing from Milwaukee’s Art scene?
Opportunities for local art students to get involved and get there work out there.
I live in Milwaukee near UWM campus, where I am currently attending school.
Favorite hangout spot in Milwaukee?
Scaffidi’s or Stubby’s…love the beer at Stubby’s, but you have to support your local dive bars!
What inspires your work?
Everything! I love color, I love texture, and I love nature. So many things I see make me want to create art. Whether it be seeing an old man with a crazy beard, an amazing sunset, or interesting fabric; making things is what I love to do so the inspiration is the easiest part.
What is missing from Milwaukee’s Art scene?
Opportunities for local art students to get involved and get there work out there.
Jason Crayton
Where do you live?
From Milwaukee, born & raised. On the playground is where I spent most of my days…but now I live on the east side, and I love it.
What inspires your work?
What inspires my work are the friends & family around me. I always want my work to feel like it’s about some one & that some one can relate to it. At the very essence of the work, I want it to seem fun & alive like the people you see around you. In a literal sense, Calvin & Hobbes, Recess, & Peanuts inspires my artwork.What is missing from Milwaukee’s Art scene?
I think the Milwaukee art scene could benefit from more ‘art meet’s where local artists can network, hang out & share their experiences. But at the end of the day, that’s up to the artists. Overall, I think the art scene is doing a good job to promote organizations, events, etc.
Any savvy artist advice?
Creating art can be liberating & painful. But please always remind yourself why you are doing what you do, because you may doubt yourself. But there is magic, power, & beauty in what you do. And besides saying you’re an artist is such a cool conversation piece.
Website:http://jcray.daportfolio.com
http://jcray2.daportfolio.com
From Milwaukee, born & raised. On the playground is where I spent most of my days…but now I live on the east side, and I love it.
What inspires your work?
What inspires my work are the friends & family around me. I always want my work to feel like it’s about some one & that some one can relate to it. At the very essence of the work, I want it to seem fun & alive like the people you see around you. In a literal sense, Calvin & Hobbes, Recess, & Peanuts inspires my artwork.What is missing from Milwaukee’s Art scene?
I think the Milwaukee art scene could benefit from more ‘art meet’s where local artists can network, hang out & share their experiences. But at the end of the day, that’s up to the artists. Overall, I think the art scene is doing a good job to promote organizations, events, etc.
Any savvy artist advice?
Creating art can be liberating & painful. But please always remind yourself why you are doing what you do, because you may doubt yourself. But there is magic, power, & beauty in what you do. And besides saying you’re an artist is such a cool conversation piece.
Website:http://jcray.daportfolio.com
http://jcray2.daportfolio.com
Tim Reynolds
Favorite hangout spot
in Milwaukee?
I tend to hit up Yield a lot due to proximity and cheap beer specials.
Describe an early creative experience.
I remember always drawing on everything: kitchen table, walls, TV, sister, dog, etc.
What is missing from Milwaukee’s Art scene?
I would really like to see more social drawing clubs in Milwaukee. 3 is not enough for me. ;)My website:
www.turnislefthome.com
I tend to hit up Yield a lot due to proximity and cheap beer specials.
Describe an early creative experience.
I remember always drawing on everything: kitchen table, walls, TV, sister, dog, etc.
What is missing from Milwaukee’s Art scene?
I would really like to see more social drawing clubs in Milwaukee. 3 is not enough for me. ;)My website:
www.turnislefthome.com
Ben Zoltak
Favorite
hangout spot in Milwaukee?
Rochambo Coffeehouse, Café Lulu, County Clare, The Landmark
What is missing from Milwaukee’s Art scene?
More public art opportunity outreach.
Describe an early creative experience.
As a child in Catholic gradeschool I once was lightly scribbling with crayon and a girl sitting next to me grabbed my crayon and pressed down hard on my page and said, “This is how you do it.” She was right.
Any savvy artist advice?
Unburden your heart. Seek out all kinds of art opportunity, don’t be dismayed over random critiques, everyone’s aesthetic is different.
Rochambo Coffeehouse, Café Lulu, County Clare, The Landmark
What is missing from Milwaukee’s Art scene?
More public art opportunity outreach.
Describe an early creative experience.
As a child in Catholic gradeschool I once was lightly scribbling with crayon and a girl sitting next to me grabbed my crayon and pressed down hard on my page and said, “This is how you do it.” She was right.
Any savvy artist advice?
Unburden your heart. Seek out all kinds of art opportunity, don’t be dismayed over random critiques, everyone’s aesthetic is different.
Shay Armstrong
What inspires your work?
I am inspired by many things. My current project/series of bodypainting images are inspired by fabric patterns. I find inspiration all around - other artists, architectural details like the iron railings I saw during arecent visit to New Orleans, colors, emotions - a design idea can strike out of anywhere!
What do you do when you’re not creating?
This is what I do full-time. I am a photographer, bodypainter and facepainter. I create something
everyday (even if it is invoicing, proposals or something like that. It all allows me to keep doing what Ilove!).
Any savvy artist advice?
Don’t be afraid to promote yourself - you are creating visual art - if you don’t tell people about what you are doing, no one will see it.Be yourself, do YOUR style and create for yourself!
Website:
http://www.infidelimages.com/
I am inspired by many things. My current project/series of bodypainting images are inspired by fabric patterns. I find inspiration all around - other artists, architectural details like the iron railings I saw during arecent visit to New Orleans, colors, emotions - a design idea can strike out of anywhere!
What do you do when you’re not creating?
This is what I do full-time. I am a photographer, bodypainter and facepainter. I create something
everyday (even if it is invoicing, proposals or something like that. It all allows me to keep doing what Ilove!).
Any savvy artist advice?
Don’t be afraid to promote yourself - you are creating visual art - if you don’t tell people about what you are doing, no one will see it.Be yourself, do YOUR style and create for yourself!
Website:
http://www.infidelimages.com/
Brent Oudeans - Live Painter of the Night
What inspires your work?
First and foremost my music, specifically the bands Tool, Nine Inch Nails, 10 Years, Linkin Park, Puscifer & A Perfect Circle . My work is really a visual translation of the thoughts and concepts that the music I listen to inspires in me. Secondly, but just as important, Emotion. I am a very passionate person and I pour myself into my work; I manifest many of the emotions I have had with past relationships and heart break into visual representation. Art is a form of therapy, it helps me untangle my thoughts and emotions.
Favorite hangout spot in Milwaukee?
I rotate between creative venues such as Casablanca, Burnhearts, City Lounge, Club Anything, Alterra on the lake in summer and a few more. I've been branching out a lot in the last 6 months.
What is missing from Milwaukee’s Art scene?
A center. There isn't a “heart” or “it” scene that cultivates the Milwaukee art community to its potential. I believe Art Milwaukee is the catalyst that will change that. MKE's art community must use the city's natural character to its advantage like the artists of old. I believe the Art Community should use the River Walk as its home during the summer months. The river is where it will all come together for Artists, Musicians, dancers etc.
Any savvy artist advice?
Every once in a while step away from your usual artistic method, open up & embrace the random. I have found great freedom in allowing random grounds to guide the imagery in a painting. Create a background with many colors and layers of splashes and sprays, step back, look into it like you would a cloud in the sky and allow your mind to “see” what is hidden within the unknown.
First and foremost my music, specifically the bands Tool, Nine Inch Nails, 10 Years, Linkin Park, Puscifer & A Perfect Circle . My work is really a visual translation of the thoughts and concepts that the music I listen to inspires in me. Secondly, but just as important, Emotion. I am a very passionate person and I pour myself into my work; I manifest many of the emotions I have had with past relationships and heart break into visual representation. Art is a form of therapy, it helps me untangle my thoughts and emotions.
Favorite hangout spot in Milwaukee?
I rotate between creative venues such as Casablanca, Burnhearts, City Lounge, Club Anything, Alterra on the lake in summer and a few more. I've been branching out a lot in the last 6 months.
What is missing from Milwaukee’s Art scene?
A center. There isn't a “heart” or “it” scene that cultivates the Milwaukee art community to its potential. I believe Art Milwaukee is the catalyst that will change that. MKE's art community must use the city's natural character to its advantage like the artists of old. I believe the Art Community should use the River Walk as its home during the summer months. The river is where it will all come together for Artists, Musicians, dancers etc.
Any savvy artist advice?
Every once in a while step away from your usual artistic method, open up & embrace the random. I have found great freedom in allowing random grounds to guide the imagery in a painting. Create a background with many colors and layers of splashes and sprays, step back, look into it like you would a cloud in the sky and allow your mind to “see” what is hidden within the unknown.
Cheryl Casden
Where do you live?
I grew up in Buffalo Grove IL. I am a thriving art student at the Milwaukee Institute of Art and Design and thus a very active resident of the Milwaukee area.
Favorite hangout spot in Milwaukee?
Asides from working at the Brewed Café off Brady, I love hanging out there on my free time, whether it be to do some homework or visit my awesome co-workers. I have recently been shown Landmark Bowl and look forward to playing a lot more pinball and games of pool!
What is missing from Milwaukee’s Art scene?
I feel that the Milwaukee art scene is lacking more events like these Art-Jamborees. I love the humbled atmosphere and charismatic themes. There is such a range of artists and musicians in the community whom I adore. I would love to see more art galleries sponsoring local talent incorporated with musical “jam sessions”…basically everything that Art-Jamboree is doing. Haha.
Any savvy artist advice?
Don’t be afraid to masturbate at least four times a day. I’m not saying that I do it… No but seriously. We can manifest our own self doubt, but realize it’s apart of our creative process. Book: The Courage to Create by Rollo May and The War of Art by Steve Pressfield
Contact: Cherylcasden@miad.edu or 847.209.2640
I grew up in Buffalo Grove IL. I am a thriving art student at the Milwaukee Institute of Art and Design and thus a very active resident of the Milwaukee area.
Favorite hangout spot in Milwaukee?
Asides from working at the Brewed Café off Brady, I love hanging out there on my free time, whether it be to do some homework or visit my awesome co-workers. I have recently been shown Landmark Bowl and look forward to playing a lot more pinball and games of pool!
What is missing from Milwaukee’s Art scene?
I feel that the Milwaukee art scene is lacking more events like these Art-Jamborees. I love the humbled atmosphere and charismatic themes. There is such a range of artists and musicians in the community whom I adore. I would love to see more art galleries sponsoring local talent incorporated with musical “jam sessions”…basically everything that Art-Jamboree is doing. Haha.
Any savvy artist advice?
Don’t be afraid to masturbate at least four times a day. I’m not saying that I do it… No but seriously. We can manifest our own self doubt, but realize it’s apart of our creative process. Book: The Courage to Create by Rollo May and The War of Art by Steve Pressfield
Contact: Cherylcasden@miad.edu or 847.209.2640
Featured Artists for March 3rd, 2011
"Love N Desire"
Benjamin Christianson
Favorite hangout spot
in Milwaukee?
My favorite spot in Milwaukee is the bay. When the clouds catch the sun just right for a second I stop thinking about all the wind.
What is missing from Milwaukee’s Art scene?
Color ...but the whole world is missing color.
Describe an early creative experience.
My brother got me into drawing dinosaurs when I was young. So if anybody needs a drawing of two bloody dinosaurs fighting to the death I am your man.
Any savvy artist advice?
Be like Nike and “just do it.” Thinking about art is important but making art helps you think.
My favorite spot in Milwaukee is the bay. When the clouds catch the sun just right for a second I stop thinking about all the wind.
What is missing from Milwaukee’s Art scene?
Color ...but the whole world is missing color.
Describe an early creative experience.
My brother got me into drawing dinosaurs when I was young. So if anybody needs a drawing of two bloody dinosaurs fighting to the death I am your man.
Any savvy artist advice?
Be like Nike and “just do it.” Thinking about art is important but making art helps you think.
Mike Gill
What
inspires your work?
I love detail and composition. Just to think of where I started and where I am is very humbling. Art strikes a cord with the human mind. Whether it is positive or not, an emotion is extracted and that is a common goal I feel all artist want to invoke.
Favorite hangout spot in Milwaukee?
I work as a photographer for The Milwaukee Scene so I get the privilege of checking out quite a bit of hot spots in Milwaukee. My personal favorite “spot” would have to be a tie between SPiN and Crisp. They are both excellent places to have a good time. Everyone is extremely friendly, awesome food, great music, and fun events.
Describe an early creative experience.
A few years ago, I had the privilege on attending Miller Park’s Field Of Sweet Dreams. You could spend the night on the outfield, play catch and take a ball park tour. To see the ball park from the perspective I did that night, it really got my creative photography juices flowing. I ended up photographing a ball I threw in left field in the grass using a macro lens. To this day, it is one of my favorite photographs I have taken.
Website: www.mgp-mke.com.
I love detail and composition. Just to think of where I started and where I am is very humbling. Art strikes a cord with the human mind. Whether it is positive or not, an emotion is extracted and that is a common goal I feel all artist want to invoke.
Favorite hangout spot in Milwaukee?
I work as a photographer for The Milwaukee Scene so I get the privilege of checking out quite a bit of hot spots in Milwaukee. My personal favorite “spot” would have to be a tie between SPiN and Crisp. They are both excellent places to have a good time. Everyone is extremely friendly, awesome food, great music, and fun events.
Describe an early creative experience.
A few years ago, I had the privilege on attending Miller Park’s Field Of Sweet Dreams. You could spend the night on the outfield, play catch and take a ball park tour. To see the ball park from the perspective I did that night, it really got my creative photography juices flowing. I ended up photographing a ball I threw in left field in the grass using a macro lens. To this day, it is one of my favorite photographs I have taken.
Website: www.mgp-mke.com.
Erin Salerno
What's missing from Milwaukee's Art scene?
I think it may be that not everyone has an open enough mind to view all aspects and different mediums as art. There's something so incredible about the artistic and creative mind. Not enough people are will to take a step outside their comfort zone and embark on that creative journey.
Any odd art requests? I love when people ask me to do things outside the normal. I once was asked to do a Nine Inch Nails wedding cake. I like being able to creat things for people that's really personal. When people come to a venue or party with a cake and look at it and it totally envelopes their personality, it's what makes what I do the most worth it. There's an emense personal satisfaction that goes into being able to be a part of someone's special event or day.
Favorite Hangout Spots in Milwaukee?
As if lately it's been AJ Bombers and INdustri Cafe. I used to hang out at Mad Planet back in the day...
I think it may be that not everyone has an open enough mind to view all aspects and different mediums as art. There's something so incredible about the artistic and creative mind. Not enough people are will to take a step outside their comfort zone and embark on that creative journey.
Any odd art requests? I love when people ask me to do things outside the normal. I once was asked to do a Nine Inch Nails wedding cake. I like being able to creat things for people that's really personal. When people come to a venue or party with a cake and look at it and it totally envelopes their personality, it's what makes what I do the most worth it. There's an emense personal satisfaction that goes into being able to be a part of someone's special event or day.
Favorite Hangout Spots in Milwaukee?
As if lately it's been AJ Bombers and INdustri Cafe. I used to hang out at Mad Planet back in the day...
Jessica Zalewski
Where do you live?
I live, work and create at the apartment I share with my fiancé in Downtown Milwaukee. And, I come up with ideas, plans and projects on my daily commute to and from the Racine Art Museum in Downtown Racine.
What inspires your work?
There is unique brilliance in every glance at our surroundings. The edge of camera lens reminds me to see these scenes individually and to notice subtle changes. Every winter morning, frost melts differently on snow-buried plants; every day, the light in the sky changes in intensity and color; and for us in this region, Lake Michigan transforms completely every moment.
Favorite hangout spot in Milwaukee?
The city itself. It's an ideal home base. I walk around Milwaukee – always seeing something new when I explore it at that pace. The city's size, friendliness and ease of living make it comfortable. Its residents and history make it creative and innovative. And, of course, I love the Lake, enjoy wandering the neighborhoods and stopping in to explore different shops and galleries.
What is missing from Milwaukee’s Art scene?
For the most part, Milwaukee’s Art Scene is just as I’d like it to be. It’s open to new ideas and emerging artists. Great organizations, like ART Milwaukee, MARN, CoPA and Milwaukee Film, foster new talent and grow artists’ careers. The diversity of art events is ever growing, and the city’s daily calendar offers endlessly fun, quirky and clever experiences. Still, I think there’s room for more galleries, and for developing relationships between area artists and area collectors.
I live, work and create at the apartment I share with my fiancé in Downtown Milwaukee. And, I come up with ideas, plans and projects on my daily commute to and from the Racine Art Museum in Downtown Racine.
What inspires your work?
There is unique brilliance in every glance at our surroundings. The edge of camera lens reminds me to see these scenes individually and to notice subtle changes. Every winter morning, frost melts differently on snow-buried plants; every day, the light in the sky changes in intensity and color; and for us in this region, Lake Michigan transforms completely every moment.
Favorite hangout spot in Milwaukee?
The city itself. It's an ideal home base. I walk around Milwaukee – always seeing something new when I explore it at that pace. The city's size, friendliness and ease of living make it comfortable. Its residents and history make it creative and innovative. And, of course, I love the Lake, enjoy wandering the neighborhoods and stopping in to explore different shops and galleries.
What is missing from Milwaukee’s Art scene?
For the most part, Milwaukee’s Art Scene is just as I’d like it to be. It’s open to new ideas and emerging artists. Great organizations, like ART Milwaukee, MARN, CoPA and Milwaukee Film, foster new talent and grow artists’ careers. The diversity of art events is ever growing, and the city’s daily calendar offers endlessly fun, quirky and clever experiences. Still, I think there’s room for more galleries, and for developing relationships between area artists and area collectors.
Marshall Lee
What inspires your work?
I enjoy practicing many different styles of photography. Concerning my work with nude subjects: I am inspired by the fact that almost all bodies are the same, but yet different. Documenting this difference is what drives me. I bring their form into a medium that everyone can share and in doing so help the viewers, as well as the model, feel good about their bodies. I am able to find the beauty in a short, petite model as well as a larger, plus-sized subject. Each body has its own story to tell, I am just here to share the tale.
Favorite hangout spot in Milwaukee?
I love the energy of the East side. One can sit and observe the may different types of people going about their lives. Young and old; different personalities co-existing with their own stories.
What is missing from Milwaukee’s Art scene?
I would love to see more art meets. Events where artists can hook up and network with each other and also mingle with the art-loving public. I would also like to be involved with events that help artists learn to market their art. I do not think there are enough outlets for the promotion and sale of art.
Any savvy artist advice?
“You wait, and you wait for nothing.” Focus, and do it now. Even if your not the best at what you are doing, if you did something you are far ahead of the pro who did nothing. And remember, you will NOT be able to make all of the people happy, all of the time.
I enjoy practicing many different styles of photography. Concerning my work with nude subjects: I am inspired by the fact that almost all bodies are the same, but yet different. Documenting this difference is what drives me. I bring their form into a medium that everyone can share and in doing so help the viewers, as well as the model, feel good about their bodies. I am able to find the beauty in a short, petite model as well as a larger, plus-sized subject. Each body has its own story to tell, I am just here to share the tale.
Favorite hangout spot in Milwaukee?
I love the energy of the East side. One can sit and observe the may different types of people going about their lives. Young and old; different personalities co-existing with their own stories.
What is missing from Milwaukee’s Art scene?
I would love to see more art meets. Events where artists can hook up and network with each other and also mingle with the art-loving public. I would also like to be involved with events that help artists learn to market their art. I do not think there are enough outlets for the promotion and sale of art.
Any savvy artist advice?
“You wait, and you wait for nothing.” Focus, and do it now. Even if your not the best at what you are doing, if you did something you are far ahead of the pro who did nothing. And remember, you will NOT be able to make all of the people happy, all of the time.
Mark Johnson
What
inspires your work?
Those fleeting moments that shape our lives. I love to look for the stories in all that surrounds us. Sometimes they are blatant and others, more subtle. For me the camera provides a different perspective, one that is borne from observation, but is also visceral, it's instinctually composed.
Favorite hangout spot in Milwaukee?
Raffles Long Bar, Singapore but unfortunately I’m not getting there as often as I’d like! Closer to home Brady Street has a great feel to it. There a lack of inhibition there, a friendly and welcoming vibe.
Any odd art requests?
Well my mother-and-law asked me to join her for some evening art classes, little did I know it was to be figure drawing! None the less we ended up with some very different but equally interesting nude male representations
Those fleeting moments that shape our lives. I love to look for the stories in all that surrounds us. Sometimes they are blatant and others, more subtle. For me the camera provides a different perspective, one that is borne from observation, but is also visceral, it's instinctually composed.
Favorite hangout spot in Milwaukee?
Raffles Long Bar, Singapore but unfortunately I’m not getting there as often as I’d like! Closer to home Brady Street has a great feel to it. There a lack of inhibition there, a friendly and welcoming vibe.
Any odd art requests?
Well my mother-and-law asked me to join her for some evening art classes, little did I know it was to be figure drawing! None the less we ended up with some very different but equally interesting nude male representations
Melissa Yokofich
What
is missing from Milwaukee’s Art scene?
I would have to say more kid friendly art events. Art education and appreciation has to start early! There are classes out there, but most have an age requirement. I would really dig an event where families could throw paint Jackson Pollock style at Canvases and have a fun unique piece to hang in their homes.
What inspires your work?
I am a hopeless romantic at heart, and I strive for an element of romance in all of my work. I am inspired by literature-classics like Toni Morrison and poets like ee cummings and charles bukowski (he was romantic in his own way) and a modern love-Charlaine Harris-lots of hot imagery to inspire in her novels. Music-I love everything from Miles Davis to Moby to The Cure to Portishead and Florence and the Machine. I love post impressionist era paintings. My favorite photographers are Annie Leibowit (master of the portrait), Henri-Cartier Bresson, Ropbert Maplethorpe (rawr), and David LaChapelle.
I would have to say more kid friendly art events. Art education and appreciation has to start early! There are classes out there, but most have an age requirement. I would really dig an event where families could throw paint Jackson Pollock style at Canvases and have a fun unique piece to hang in their homes.
What inspires your work?
I am a hopeless romantic at heart, and I strive for an element of romance in all of my work. I am inspired by literature-classics like Toni Morrison and poets like ee cummings and charles bukowski (he was romantic in his own way) and a modern love-Charlaine Harris-lots of hot imagery to inspire in her novels. Music-I love everything from Miles Davis to Moby to The Cure to Portishead and Florence and the Machine. I love post impressionist era paintings. My favorite photographers are Annie Leibowit (master of the portrait), Henri-Cartier Bresson, Ropbert Maplethorpe (rawr), and David LaChapelle.
Mike Kaja - Musical Guest
What's your favorite hang out spot in Milwaukee?
Saturday and sundays I can be found anywhere in town from the Milwaukee Market, the Wicked Hopp to Eastsider and at Red Rock Saloon and Migillicutties. Im up for anything and usually where the fun is at. At night if I'm not bartending at Red Rock Saloon on Water St you can usually find me on Milwaukee St at Kenadees or Apt 720.
What's missing from Milwaukee's art scene?
Similar to gallery nights, I think local music performance nights could also draw intrest from locals. Even mixing the two together could create intrest. Like have a performer at each venue.
What inspires you?
My favorite composer Hans Zimmer, who writes movie scores for some of the largest budjet films, really inspires me with his music. I've always had a dream of writing musical scores for movie soundtracks. His music is so powerfull and filled with such emotion that it almost can be used for anything inspirational. I strive to write music like him.
Saturday and sundays I can be found anywhere in town from the Milwaukee Market, the Wicked Hopp to Eastsider and at Red Rock Saloon and Migillicutties. Im up for anything and usually where the fun is at. At night if I'm not bartending at Red Rock Saloon on Water St you can usually find me on Milwaukee St at Kenadees or Apt 720.
What's missing from Milwaukee's art scene?
Similar to gallery nights, I think local music performance nights could also draw intrest from locals. Even mixing the two together could create intrest. Like have a performer at each venue.
What inspires you?
My favorite composer Hans Zimmer, who writes movie scores for some of the largest budjet films, really inspires me with his music. I've always had a dream of writing musical scores for movie soundtracks. His music is so powerfull and filled with such emotion that it almost can be used for anything inspirational. I strive to write music like him.
Featured Artists for February 3rd, 2011
"Fire N Ice"
Roxie Beane
Roxie Beane is a solo acoustic rhythm guitarist and vocalist in the Milwaukee area. Performing a mixture of pop, rock and alternative covers to a neo-soul thump driven style that she's labeled "Acoustic Funk Rock" - Roxie frequents a variety of intimate Milwaukee area and surrounding venues.
Website:www.roxiebeane.com
Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/roxiebeanemusic
Website:www.roxiebeane.com
Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/roxiebeanemusic
Armando Ibarra
My family moved to the Milwaukee from Mexico when I was 3 months old. We were a poor family so I learned at an early age how to be creative. If I wanted a toy I just drew it. If I needed a cool shirt I just painted it. Imagination was there and all I had to do was put it on paper. At the time I wished we just had the money but now I realized it made me who I am today.
During my youth I received various local scholarships to art schools and summer college classes. I took advantage of them in the art sense. I had trouble staying in school though. Eventually in 1999 I graduated from EL Puente H.S. on 6th in National who helped propel me to become a respected illustrator. Today I’m an Art Director in event marketing. I love to keep myself busy with the roots that are helping me achieve all my future goals. Doing sculptures does just that.
During my youth I received various local scholarships to art schools and summer college classes. I took advantage of them in the art sense. I had trouble staying in school though. Eventually in 1999 I graduated from EL Puente H.S. on 6th in National who helped propel me to become a respected illustrator. Today I’m an Art Director in event marketing. I love to keep myself busy with the roots that are helping me achieve all my future goals. Doing sculptures does just that.
Frank Juarez
Frank Juarez earned his Masters in Educational Leadership from Marian College and his teaching certificate and Bachelor of Science in Commercial Art from Carroll College. He has taught art at Riverview Academy, and currently the art department chair at Sheboygan North High School.
As an exhibiting artist and strong advocate of the arts, Juarez is active in local and state organizations including, Milwaukee Area Teachers of Art (MATA) and the Wisconsin Art Education Association (WAEA) in which he has held executive board positions. Juarez is the founder of Sheboygan Visual Artists (SVA), and was designated the 2009-2011 President-Elect of the Wisconsin Art Education, board member of the Milwaukee Artist Resource Network (MARN) and a member of the Carroll University Art Advisory Council . He was chosen as the 2009 Outstanding Art Educator - Secondary Division. Recently, he has been appointed as a board director for Arts Wisconsin.
As an exhibiting artist and strong advocate of the arts, Juarez is active in local and state organizations including, Milwaukee Area Teachers of Art (MATA) and the Wisconsin Art Education Association (WAEA) in which he has held executive board positions. Juarez is the founder of Sheboygan Visual Artists (SVA), and was designated the 2009-2011 President-Elect of the Wisconsin Art Education, board member of the Milwaukee Artist Resource Network (MARN) and a member of the Carroll University Art Advisory Council . He was chosen as the 2009 Outstanding Art Educator - Secondary Division. Recently, he has been appointed as a board director for Arts Wisconsin.
Allison Reynolds
I am a 24 year old Photographer born, raised and taught in Milwaukee. My grandfather was an artist and he showed me that passion is the key. I have a passion for seeing what most others just pass by like cracks in the cement, things at the junk yard or a wrinkled hand. I am usually running around the Milwaukee lakefront, the fifth ward or exploring the countryside.
Ryan Lovell
I’m Ryan Lovell, a MIAD Alumni that studied Communication Design. I now own a company called Seven Sins. It started with skateboards, one for each sin, and has evolved into a clothing company. Currently my shirts are sold in Moda 3. I have always been inspired by hip hop and extreme sports. As a company I sponsor a variety of rap artist, skateboarders, motocross racers, and surfers.
Ashely Thiel
I have been doing art for as long as I can remember and I am mostly self taught. My mother is an artist and as I was growing up we would paint and draw together. It stuck with me as I got older, in high school I focused mainly on photography but I also did a little painting. Now I paint more then anything, my paintings are stongly inspired by street art and graffiti. I love the grit of street art, but I also throw in some light hearted characters. My paints are bright and bold. I love all types of art and am inspired by all of it.
Lynn Tachick
10 tattoos, 2 sons, 2 chihuahuas, 1 husband...that's me! I graduated with my bachelors degree in Behavioral Science and my masters degree in Counseling and, well, I dumped all that, and opened up my own Paint-Your-Own-Pottery studio out of my home and named it Pepper it Up. I welcome anyone who wants to be creative. Creativity is something that I crave (along with Kopps custard). Remember, creativity is the spice of life, so PEPPER IT UP!
Featured Artists for January 13th, 2011
"Carnival"
Musical Guest - All Good Things
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Hailing from Milwaukee, Wisconsin, John Petty & All Good Things is a unique, non-conventional Americana band whose remarkable live acts put a unique spin on the genre, twisting the traditional folk music with their own mix of alternative, folk, bluegrass, alt country, rock, and pop.
“Time-honored folk and bluegrass is what inspires me to write and play music, which is quite uncanny due to the fact that my childhood was engrossed in blues, soul and rock ‘n roll and I think my writing and performing reflects those qualities,” J.Petty All Good Things influences include: The Grateful Dead, John Hartford, Old and In the Way, Old Crow Medicine Show, Jack Johnson, Mason Jennings, Dave Matthews, Iron and Wine, and many others.
John Petty Music
“Time-honored folk and bluegrass is what inspires me to write and play music, which is quite uncanny due to the fact that my childhood was engrossed in blues, soul and rock ‘n roll and I think my writing and performing reflects those qualities,” J.Petty All Good Things influences include: The Grateful Dead, John Hartford, Old and In the Way, Old Crow Medicine Show, Jack Johnson, Mason Jennings, Dave Matthews, Iron and Wine, and many others.
John Petty Music
Field Lehmann - Open Canvas Painter / January Jamboree
Currently painting live with local bands and DJ's, I'm simply trying to perfect my style and improve my methods. I do this by working with older members of the local arts community, absorbing any knowledge I can, as well as passing on what I've come up with so far to the younger generations of this city. Find me in this ecosystem, and we will hatch a plan.
Christopher Robleski
I am a freelance photographer and photo assistant in Milwaukee. In the coming year I plan to start a small business based on Americana to help preserve what is disappearing from our country's history.
Aside from Americana, my foremost passion is night photography. I love to explore the world's atypical subject matter and expose the beauty of the forgotten in the darkness of night. If the moon is full--no matter how cold our Wisconsin Winter--you'll find me outside running around in the dark with my camera, tripod, and flashlights.
As a freelance photographer in the portrait and wedding industry, my mission is to listen to my subjects, capture who they are, and catch a moment to carry with them for the rest of their lives. I provide an environment in which my subject is unaware of the camera, allowing for a more natural and personal result.
I have worked with Ford Models, Pabst Mansion, The Right Brain Project Theatre Group, Freight Train Creative (Summer Soulstice), published in Shepherd Express, PortalWisconsin.org, Vital Source, Journal Sentinel and MKE. My professional work range includes models, weddings, historic interiors, concerts, outdoor events, and theatre productions.
http://www.chrisrobleski.com/ http://www.etsy.com/shop/ChocolateMilk7 http://www.blurb.com/books/290862
Aside from Americana, my foremost passion is night photography. I love to explore the world's atypical subject matter and expose the beauty of the forgotten in the darkness of night. If the moon is full--no matter how cold our Wisconsin Winter--you'll find me outside running around in the dark with my camera, tripod, and flashlights.
As a freelance photographer in the portrait and wedding industry, my mission is to listen to my subjects, capture who they are, and catch a moment to carry with them for the rest of their lives. I provide an environment in which my subject is unaware of the camera, allowing for a more natural and personal result.
I have worked with Ford Models, Pabst Mansion, The Right Brain Project Theatre Group, Freight Train Creative (Summer Soulstice), published in Shepherd Express, PortalWisconsin.org, Vital Source, Journal Sentinel and MKE. My professional work range includes models, weddings, historic interiors, concerts, outdoor events, and theatre productions.
http://www.chrisrobleski.com/ http://www.etsy.com/shop/ChocolateMilk7 http://www.blurb.com/books/290862
Tina Vogel
I have been studying art on my own and formally for the last 12 years, although I have been passionate about art since I was a child. I have a BFA from the University of Wisconsin Oshkosh in ceramics and i also have worked extensively in drawing and oil painting.
I have shown my ceramic works at various regional locations such as Arti Gras in Green Bay, Monk Reising Gallery in Oshkosh, Allen Priebe Gallery at UW-Oshkosh, and Art in the Park in Appleton. I've been on a break for the last 6 or so years raising my 3 boys, and I am getting back out there and strive to become a regular fixture on the Milwaukee art scene.
Currently I am working on a group of drawings that portray a quiet and peaceful energy as a direct response to being over stimulated in everyday life my noise, pollution, and technology. My goal is to evoke a sense of tranquility in those who view my work.
I have shown my ceramic works at various regional locations such as Arti Gras in Green Bay, Monk Reising Gallery in Oshkosh, Allen Priebe Gallery at UW-Oshkosh, and Art in the Park in Appleton. I've been on a break for the last 6 or so years raising my 3 boys, and I am getting back out there and strive to become a regular fixture on the Milwaukee art scene.
Currently I am working on a group of drawings that portray a quiet and peaceful energy as a direct response to being over stimulated in everyday life my noise, pollution, and technology. My goal is to evoke a sense of tranquility in those who view my work.
Richard "Boss" Perez
The day I was born was the day I knew my life would leave a mark on peoples lives. I was raised in Kenosha, WI and have traveled around the majority of the midwest, east coast and Puerto Rico. I spent my youth dreaming, drawing, and questioning everything that I could think of. Artistically I've been drawn towards the obscene, grotesque, oddities, or darker side. I have always been the type of person to see something and have the urge to teach myself how to do it, use it, or create it. I started taking photography seriously in 2007 without any background or education in any aspect of it. To this day I am still teaching myself about photography so I tend to say I don't know anything about photography often... which is the truth. I don't know the in depth and technical side of photography at all. All I know is I do what I do and people enjoy my work I produce.
I'm a person first off and a visual artist second. I'm a harsh critic of my work and others works. In order to learn and grow it seems that I choose the long road to go. I have been ready for this trip and now I'm stepping each step the way I see fit.
http://www.wix.com/projectboss/pbp
I'm a person first off and a visual artist second. I'm a harsh critic of my work and others works. In order to learn and grow it seems that I choose the long road to go. I have been ready for this trip and now I'm stepping each step the way I see fit.
http://www.wix.com/projectboss/pbp
Elias Vallejo
BIO: Eli is most associated with doing photo-realism.
He has a strong foundation in drawing , painting, composition and color complemented by a strong creative and artistic nature.
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He has a strong foundation in drawing , painting, composition and color complemented by a strong creative and artistic nature.
Elias Vallejo Facebook
Felicia Pope
Recently graduated in 2008 with a bachelor’s degree with two majors: art studio drawing & Psychology. Currently, I am attending UWM for my Masters in community counseling. I hope to become an AODA counselor but be able to incorporate my art in helping others. I think the study of the mind has a lot to do with my art. I choose to let my art speak for itself, without a lot of commentary from me, so that the viewer can interpret what they want out of it. I do draw in charcoal and conte, and because of the type of shading and large scale of my drawings people often think they are paintings. One of drawings is a section of the inside of your throat that I drew while a student at UW-Whitewater in 2006. I used medical books and my own ideas for inspiration. The other drawing was drawn in 2008 and is an abstract drawing that featuring bathroom tile and twigs.
Drawing is a passion of mine, and I hope by looking at my work you can notice the shading and texture I used. I like working with ma trials such as conte and charcoal to shade, more than concentrating on contour of the image. I choose to work large because charcoal is a messy media and by working large you can show the aggressiveness of the media without losing it to a smudgy unreadable mess if you were to work smaller.
Drawing is a passion of mine, and I hope by looking at my work you can notice the shading and texture I used. I like working with ma trials such as conte and charcoal to shade, more than concentrating on contour of the image. I choose to work large because charcoal is a messy media and by working large you can show the aggressiveness of the media without losing it to a smudgy unreadable mess if you were to work smaller.
Featured Artists for December 2nd, 2010
The "Art of Salsa"
Musical Guest - The River Water Tribe
Jacob Green had been playing the Milwaukee music scene for just about 2 years with band such as ' Green & The Grit' a rockin' blues party band & also with 'Infinite Nature' a Folk Reggae slight Hip Hop beatnik band, and as a solo artist. Mr. Green had established himself & gotten some recognition but not he we felt he deserved.
Dom McGoy, a Croatian Violinist who was taught the instrument since he was 4 years old, used to jam with random blues guitarists but never really stuck with a band. Mr. Green & Dom had been jamming off & on since the late spring or summer of 2009. But they never performed together as a duo until May 2010.
Tony C. never really considered himself a musician, but little did he know how music would be a huge part of his world. Tony met Jacob out in Colorado & they jammed ben harper & grateful dead songs, along with Mr. Green originals. Then tony only played djimbe, but with the influences of street musicians on Pearl St. in Boulder, losing your face in the backwoods mountains & seeing some of the best local mountain bluegrass in town! By the time Tony hitched a ride back with Mr. Green to Milwaukee, Tony had had his mind set on a Washboard.
The River Water Tribe ultimately formed in August of 2010 when Jacob Green had returned back from Colorado with Tony & Dom was just itching to jam.
http://www.myspace.com/riverwatertribe, http://www.myspace.com/jacobgreenius
Dom McGoy, a Croatian Violinist who was taught the instrument since he was 4 years old, used to jam with random blues guitarists but never really stuck with a band. Mr. Green & Dom had been jamming off & on since the late spring or summer of 2009. But they never performed together as a duo until May 2010.
Tony C. never really considered himself a musician, but little did he know how music would be a huge part of his world. Tony met Jacob out in Colorado & they jammed ben harper & grateful dead songs, along with Mr. Green originals. Then tony only played djimbe, but with the influences of street musicians on Pearl St. in Boulder, losing your face in the backwoods mountains & seeing some of the best local mountain bluegrass in town! By the time Tony hitched a ride back with Mr. Green to Milwaukee, Tony had had his mind set on a Washboard.
The River Water Tribe ultimately formed in August of 2010 when Jacob Green had returned back from Colorado with Tony & Dom was just itching to jam.
http://www.myspace.com/riverwatertribe, http://www.myspace.com/jacobgreenius
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Lynet McDonald
Artist Statement
My favorite topic to draw and paint has always been women’s faces. That was what I first remember drawing when I was a child. Early in childhood, I figured out that I could express myself through my drawings. I could transfer all my feelings to the women in my sketches. Their facial expressions would show exactly how I felt at that moment in time. This was a very empowering tool for me. If I felt sad, I would sketch a sad woman and she would end up carrying the sadness in the end. This gave me a sense of relief because I had spoken through my drawing.
I continued drawing and painting women until my senior year in high school. I stopped doing art when I went to college. After I graduated, my focus shifted to my programming career. Many years went by and my art work became a mere memory. Finally in 2006, after I had left my career to take care of my daughter, I started painting again. It felt wonderful to once again enter that other world where anything is possible. The world where you can create whatever you want and you can be whoever you wish to be. I had forgotten about that place for many years, but thankfully, I found it again.
My favorite topic to draw and paint has always been women’s faces. That was what I first remember drawing when I was a child. Early in childhood, I figured out that I could express myself through my drawings. I could transfer all my feelings to the women in my sketches. Their facial expressions would show exactly how I felt at that moment in time. This was a very empowering tool for me. If I felt sad, I would sketch a sad woman and she would end up carrying the sadness in the end. This gave me a sense of relief because I had spoken through my drawing.
I continued drawing and painting women until my senior year in high school. I stopped doing art when I went to college. After I graduated, my focus shifted to my programming career. Many years went by and my art work became a mere memory. Finally in 2006, after I had left my career to take care of my daughter, I started painting again. It felt wonderful to once again enter that other world where anything is possible. The world where you can create whatever you want and you can be whoever you wish to be. I had forgotten about that place for many years, but thankfully, I found it again.
Amy Jacobson
Amy Siefert-Jacobson was born in Racine, Wi. She attended the University of Wisconsin -Whitewater and graduated with a BSE in Art Education in 1998. After graduation, she accepted a position with the Elmbrook School District as an elementary art teacher. For the past thirteen years she has worked at developing a strong visual art program for her students. In 2008, Amy received her Master’s from Mount Mary College in the degree of Master of Arts in Education.
Amy Siefert-Jacobson’s passion is creating mixed media acrylic paintings that combine the use of paper, yarn and string applied to the surface of the canvas. The textures in her work are grid-like yet organic and natural. Her strong desire for color is evident in the multiple layers of paint applied on her works. The circle is a repeating element often found in her work. Amy also explores photography and jewelry making.
Some of Amy’s artistic influences are Vincent van Gogh, Kathe Kollwitz, Ernst Ludwig Kirchner Gabriele Munter and Henri Matisse.
Amy Siefert-Jacobson’s passion is creating mixed media acrylic paintings that combine the use of paper, yarn and string applied to the surface of the canvas. The textures in her work are grid-like yet organic and natural. Her strong desire for color is evident in the multiple layers of paint applied on her works. The circle is a repeating element often found in her work. Amy also explores photography and jewelry making.
Some of Amy’s artistic influences are Vincent van Gogh, Kathe Kollwitz, Ernst Ludwig Kirchner Gabriele Munter and Henri Matisse.
Anabel Garcia
I like to keep my work small and simple allowing the elements of line and color to speak for themselves and compose the intricate designs that I call my art. Rather than creating a concrete image or focusing on a specific concept I let the viewer’s imagination decide what it is seeing.
This intentional ambiguity even spills over into the presentation of the pieces as there are no tops, bottoms, or sides and they are meant to hang in whatever orientation the viewer decides. To some they may just be lines, but to me they are a way of escaping the anxieties of this world and retreating into my own.
This intentional ambiguity even spills over into the presentation of the pieces as there are no tops, bottoms, or sides and they are meant to hang in whatever orientation the viewer decides. To some they may just be lines, but to me they are a way of escaping the anxieties of this world and retreating into my own.
Andy Hendricks
REPURPOSING
While growing up in the backwoods of Upper Michigan, I was constantly surrounded by trees and the plethora of life and activity that dwells within the forest. Now that I live in a more urban setting, I have found myself surrounded by a different type of life and activity. The wilderness of the city comes with its own bustle and vigor, but lacks the soul and vitality of the natural world. Those of us who spend our days in the city are in a constant state of close proximity to one another, yet we are all still alone going about our lives in the thronging crowds of strangers. The urban ecosystem is based less on our relationships to one another and more on our abilities to repurpose ourselves into gears functioning within the greater machine. Unfortunately for the trees, they are no exception to these rules as they go from being havens of life to being the carriers of the electricity that powers this very machine.
My latest series of works focuses on the relationship that people have with the natural world and how their mode of thinking can shape the landscape we create for ourselves. Given my upbringing, I just cannot help but see one whole, living tree for every telephone pole that I go past on a daily basis. Every one of these lifeless sticks was at one time a living, autonomous organism just as all of us are outside the routine of daily survival. Each of these pieces is an internal struggle to reconcile the beauty of the natural world with the lonely landscapes we humans create for ourselves.
While growing up in the backwoods of Upper Michigan, I was constantly surrounded by trees and the plethora of life and activity that dwells within the forest. Now that I live in a more urban setting, I have found myself surrounded by a different type of life and activity. The wilderness of the city comes with its own bustle and vigor, but lacks the soul and vitality of the natural world. Those of us who spend our days in the city are in a constant state of close proximity to one another, yet we are all still alone going about our lives in the thronging crowds of strangers. The urban ecosystem is based less on our relationships to one another and more on our abilities to repurpose ourselves into gears functioning within the greater machine. Unfortunately for the trees, they are no exception to these rules as they go from being havens of life to being the carriers of the electricity that powers this very machine.
My latest series of works focuses on the relationship that people have with the natural world and how their mode of thinking can shape the landscape we create for ourselves. Given my upbringing, I just cannot help but see one whole, living tree for every telephone pole that I go past on a daily basis. Every one of these lifeless sticks was at one time a living, autonomous organism just as all of us are outside the routine of daily survival. Each of these pieces is an internal struggle to reconcile the beauty of the natural world with the lonely landscapes we humans create for ourselves.
Tim Demeter
Hi. I’m Tim Demeter. I am 60% water and also a comic book author/illustrator/editor with a particular interest in online/interactive storytelling. Here are some things I’ve done that are pretty rad: I am the former managing editor of GraphicSmash.com, Clickwheel.net and Comicbrush.com. My motion comic, Reckless Life: Locke and the Las Vegas Ninjas, was the first comic on iTunes and the Clickwheel Comics Reader I designed was the first comics-related App on the iPhone App Store. I was named one of the most influential people in webcomics in 2006 by ComixTalk.com, cementing my station as D-List internet celebrity to a subset of a niche interest.
These paintings have nothing to do with any of that, so yes there a great many more productive things you could have done with your time than read that last paragraph.
What this show is about is taking a trip back to what got me started in art which was just drawing cool characters doing cool stuff for no reason other than I like to. The result is a series of small paintings that I hope will appeal to the young or to those (like myself) who just refuse to grow up all the way.
The style of these pieces is inspired by the marker drawings I do at a local art event I co-founded and co-host called the Drink and Draw Social Club. It’s a lot of fun and hosted right here at BYO Studio Lounge. If you’d like to find out more about that or my other work you can find me on Twitter @timdemeter or Facebook at: facebook.com/timdemeter.
These paintings have nothing to do with any of that, so yes there a great many more productive things you could have done with your time than read that last paragraph.
What this show is about is taking a trip back to what got me started in art which was just drawing cool characters doing cool stuff for no reason other than I like to. The result is a series of small paintings that I hope will appeal to the young or to those (like myself) who just refuse to grow up all the way.
The style of these pieces is inspired by the marker drawings I do at a local art event I co-founded and co-host called the Drink and Draw Social Club. It’s a lot of fun and hosted right here at BYO Studio Lounge. If you’d like to find out more about that or my other work you can find me on Twitter @timdemeter or Facebook at: facebook.com/timdemeter.
John Butts
John Butts – Photographer / Mixed Media
John is a Milwaukee native who works with different mediums and has developed a unique style and perspective. Through his work he merges reality and dream, light and darkness to juxtapose perceptions. He creates work that saturates the senses. www.grandperception.com
email: johnbutts@grandperception.com
John is a Milwaukee native who works with different mediums and has developed a unique style and perspective. Through his work he merges reality and dream, light and darkness to juxtapose perceptions. He creates work that saturates the senses. www.grandperception.com
email: johnbutts@grandperception.com
Jeremy Lowther
Biography:
I was born and raised in a small city in Central Pennsylvania called Altoona. My parents owned and operated a printing business there, where I spent more time than the average kid around loud offset printing presses and Xerox machines. Later, in my magical teenage years, I discovered music in a live setting going to basement shows that were set up in the local YWCA. I truly believe that there must be something that developed in me from a young age due to being around printing presses. I obtained a general interest in loud, rhythmic noises.
Eventually, I would end up using my parent’s print shop to copy flyers. I initially started illustrating in pen due to the limitations of reproducing pencil on copying machines. I became comfortable with the medium and eventually became interested in pen and ink as on its own.
I often try to manipulate inconsistencies in language to create art that mimics common phrases, while reinterpreting them. My work has made its way into numerous projects, from illustrating a handshake for a book about public relations, to creating a world map for a fantasy inspired video game.
I was born and raised in a small city in Central Pennsylvania called Altoona. My parents owned and operated a printing business there, where I spent more time than the average kid around loud offset printing presses and Xerox machines. Later, in my magical teenage years, I discovered music in a live setting going to basement shows that were set up in the local YWCA. I truly believe that there must be something that developed in me from a young age due to being around printing presses. I obtained a general interest in loud, rhythmic noises.
Eventually, I would end up using my parent’s print shop to copy flyers. I initially started illustrating in pen due to the limitations of reproducing pencil on copying machines. I became comfortable with the medium and eventually became interested in pen and ink as on its own.
I often try to manipulate inconsistencies in language to create art that mimics common phrases, while reinterpreting them. My work has made its way into numerous projects, from illustrating a handshake for a book about public relations, to creating a world map for a fantasy inspired video game.
Jennifer Janviere
Biography
Jennifer Janviere specializes in design and photography. She began
experimenting with photography as a teenager, learning everything that
she could about the discipline. Jennifer has art degrees from the
University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee (B.F.A.) and the Savannah College of
Art and Design (M.F.A.). Today she is a multimedia specialist and
instructor at Marquette University in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. In her
spare time, Jennifer also blogs about exploration of the world through
design and photography.
Artist Statement
For as long as I can remember, I have been interested in observing
life–the sights, sounds, colors and textures that comprise the fabric
of the surrounding world. As a photographer, I’m constantly on the
lookout to immortalize moments of spontaneity forever in time. I try
to carry a camera everywhere I go because I never know what sights any
given day will bring. I hope to always continue to explore the amazing
world in which we live through my viewfinder.
Jennifer Janviere specializes in design and photography. She began
experimenting with photography as a teenager, learning everything that
she could about the discipline. Jennifer has art degrees from the
University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee (B.F.A.) and the Savannah College of
Art and Design (M.F.A.). Today she is a multimedia specialist and
instructor at Marquette University in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. In her
spare time, Jennifer also blogs about exploration of the world through
design and photography.
Artist Statement
For as long as I can remember, I have been interested in observing
life–the sights, sounds, colors and textures that comprise the fabric
of the surrounding world. As a photographer, I’m constantly on the
lookout to immortalize moments of spontaneity forever in time. I try
to carry a camera everywhere I go because I never know what sights any
given day will bring. I hope to always continue to explore the amazing
world in which we live through my viewfinder.
Chris Krajniak
Artist Statement – November 2010
It is all about passion for color, recycled acrylic paint, and the creative process. Add a little junkyard steel or aluminum, some rivets and screws, a canvas, and you have the makings of a fun day at the studio.
Opened the studio in December 2003, with the goal of integrating recycled paint into fine artworks. The idea of using unused paint from home painting projects was the initial idea. The three complimentary colors used in a particular room, lead to a simple use of color solution on a canvas.
Every discarded can or bucket that holds any amount of paint, from satin to glossy finish, may have another chance to find a use and it’s way onto a canvas. The studio can claim to have over 200 containers of paint from 5-gallon tubs to 32-ounce yogurt containers and a multiple of single gallon paint cans.
Paintbrushes and rollers never come in contact with the canvas. Printmaking and silkscreen techniques are used along with plastic sheeting & bags, bubble wrap, Styrofoam, wooden boards, and squeegees, to transfer paint to the canvas.
The choice of colors has ranged from a simple use of three colors up to a fifteen colors for a more complex, textural composition. In the first two years, 48” X 60” canvases were predominately used, and since then an array of canvas sizes from 60” X 72” or as small as a 4” X 4” have been used.
Mocking the mundane is at the core of each creation.
It is all about passion for color, recycled acrylic paint, and the creative process. Add a little junkyard steel or aluminum, some rivets and screws, a canvas, and you have the makings of a fun day at the studio.
Opened the studio in December 2003, with the goal of integrating recycled paint into fine artworks. The idea of using unused paint from home painting projects was the initial idea. The three complimentary colors used in a particular room, lead to a simple use of color solution on a canvas.
Every discarded can or bucket that holds any amount of paint, from satin to glossy finish, may have another chance to find a use and it’s way onto a canvas. The studio can claim to have over 200 containers of paint from 5-gallon tubs to 32-ounce yogurt containers and a multiple of single gallon paint cans.
Paintbrushes and rollers never come in contact with the canvas. Printmaking and silkscreen techniques are used along with plastic sheeting & bags, bubble wrap, Styrofoam, wooden boards, and squeegees, to transfer paint to the canvas.
The choice of colors has ranged from a simple use of three colors up to a fifteen colors for a more complex, textural composition. In the first two years, 48” X 60” canvases were predominately used, and since then an array of canvas sizes from 60” X 72” or as small as a 4” X 4” have been used.
Mocking the mundane is at the core of each creation.
Steph Davies
Artist's Statement:
Birds have been the subject of my illustrations for quite some time.
I'm drawn to the idea of illustrating something in fine-lined detail that you might normally only catch a glimpse of as it flies right by.
I studied printmaking & bookmaking as well as illustration at The School of the Art Institute of Chicago.
My background in printmaking has a strong influence on my line work and my interest in bookmaking encourages me to always attempt to illustrate some kind of narrative in each piece I create.
My hope is that each piece will be found by someone who's always desired a bird of their own, one that they can bring home with them, one that can remain uncaged.
-Steph Davies
www.stephdaviesartmusic.com
Birds have been the subject of my illustrations for quite some time.
I'm drawn to the idea of illustrating something in fine-lined detail that you might normally only catch a glimpse of as it flies right by.
I studied printmaking & bookmaking as well as illustration at The School of the Art Institute of Chicago.
My background in printmaking has a strong influence on my line work and my interest in bookmaking encourages me to always attempt to illustrate some kind of narrative in each piece I create.
My hope is that each piece will be found by someone who's always desired a bird of their own, one that they can bring home with them, one that can remain uncaged.
-Steph Davies
www.stephdaviesartmusic.com
Anita Burgermeister
My art mediums are eclectic: combining paint, glazes, photography and texture on a variety of surfaces. I enjoy urban landscapes, travel, abstracts and musical themes as subject matter. My biggest influences are music and dance; hopefully imparting vibrant color, rhythmic design and harmonious balance throughout my art and life. As 'Art by Anita' I have my own business doing decorative painting, faux finishes & custom murals.
Aparna Daty
Artist statement: Topographies of Identity
124 E Chateau Place Whitefish Bay WI 53217 414.861.5220 adateysobti@alum.mit.edu
My artwork is a palimpsest of places, experience and memory. By the juxtaposition of lines, shapes and color I explore degrees of transparency. Transparency, for me, means a simultaneous perception of different spatial locations - space expands and collapses in a continuous activity. The conception of transparency as a physical quality of a substance and meaning perfectly clear, instead, becomes clearly ambiguous. My work explores this perception of fluid space as a means of understanding the shifting threshold of my identity in flux.
124 E Chateau Place Whitefish Bay WI 53217 414.861.5220 adateysobti@alum.mit.edu
My artwork is a palimpsest of places, experience and memory. By the juxtaposition of lines, shapes and color I explore degrees of transparency. Transparency, for me, means a simultaneous perception of different spatial locations - space expands and collapses in a continuous activity. The conception of transparency as a physical quality of a substance and meaning perfectly clear, instead, becomes clearly ambiguous. My work explores this perception of fluid space as a means of understanding the shifting threshold of my identity in flux.
Janet M. Falk
Coming Soon
Featured Artists for November 4th, 2010
The "Art of Beer"
SnowFire Fire Dancers
SnowFire has been dancing with fire and teaching others how to do so safely since 2000. Marilyn Besasie, Eric Griswold, and Anna Stone are the founding members who dance with Poi, Staff, Fans, Rope, and Hoop. The newest additions to the SnowFire family include Anne Bates and Theresa Abelew. SnowFire encompasses many other groups, including HoopVive, FireSirens, and You Are spHERE, who thrill audiences all over the country with a beautiful and unique blend of fire and dancing. We're the most experienced and safest fire troupe in Southeastern Wisconsin, so if you'd like to take up fire dancing, come join us! info@youaresphere.com http://snowfirespinners.com/
Dave Reese - Singer / Songwriter
Upcoming singer/songwriter with eclectic lyrics and melodic rhythms. Dave Reese's music is played to show audiences a good time.
Madeleine Schweitzer
Madeleine Schweitzer is a Milwaukee native. She's currently attending the Milwaukee Institute of Art and Design as a painting major. In her most recent work, inspiration has been drawn from the people closest to her most--the faces of family and friends.
Aside from portraits, a key component to her studies is nature. Natural beauty was especially apparent to her during travels this summer to Alaska, where she was fortunate enough to witness glaciers, native forests, and the sea first hand. While walking away from her art, hopefully you'll take note of the beauty in life around you and all the small wonders that are present in humanity and reality.
Aside from portraits, a key component to her studies is nature. Natural beauty was especially apparent to her during travels this summer to Alaska, where she was fortunate enough to witness glaciers, native forests, and the sea first hand. While walking away from her art, hopefully you'll take note of the beauty in life around you and all the small wonders that are present in humanity and reality.
Alysha Lynn Scott
Alysha currently attends MIAD.
The pieces I have selected are a direct representation of who I am and echo my current perception of the world. The pieces also bear more than a theme of being tangibly personal, but contain a universal theme for each brainchild as well. Additionally, I have selected these works because I feel through unified technique, they strongly reflect the mediums I have used to create them
Website: http://www.alyshascott.webs.com/
The pieces I have selected are a direct representation of who I am and echo my current perception of the world. The pieces also bear more than a theme of being tangibly personal, but contain a universal theme for each brainchild as well. Additionally, I have selected these works because I feel through unified technique, they strongly reflect the mediums I have used to create them
Website: http://www.alyshascott.webs.com/
Adam Correa
Adam Correa- born 1983, raised in BayView. A painter of several styles, most commonly know for airbrush and spray can art, which subject matter combines the complexity of abstraction and the simplicity of realism. Art work can be found in homes, restaurants, bars, on people, and industrial buisnesses, ranging from tiny simple sketches to large elaborate murals.
Adam Ither
Adam Ithier is a self-taught artist from Milwaukee, Wisconsin. He describes his pen and ink drawings as doodles on steroids. They convey our struggle to navigate the tricky terrain of our subconscious minds, and to understand the connection between the outside world and our inner identities. Adam believes that such a struggle need not rely on heavy subject matter, and that whimsical archetypes are able to illuminate even the most subterranean truths.
Miriah Thompson
Although Miriah is currently a college admissions counselor, she has a Masters of Science in Art Therapy, her art background shines through as she uses her office whiteboard as a canvas for doodles on a daily basis.
Dragon's Fire Creations - Custom Jewelry Creation
Dragon's Fire Creations Bio- Dragon's Fire Creations was founded in 2003 by Alana Coppinger. The goal being to create unique hand-crafted jewelry at prices everyone could afford. With strong emphasis on semi-precious stones and re-used materials Dragon's Fire has had a diverse show schedule since 2004. Joined by best friend and partner Shaina Ware in 2004 DFC was able to be more diverse, and as more friends chose to create Dragon's Fire Creations is now a collective with the same goal in mind. Jewelry and more for your inner Dragon.
Featured Artists for October 7th, 2010
Body Paint
Sam Pace
Sam is rock n roll / blues musician with roots in Milwaukee. He formed his first band while attending the University of Wisconsin Madison. Now living in Chicago and on his own, he released his debut solo album titled "Let the Big Dog Eat."
Check out his website and view his original music video for a small sample of what you will see October 7th at MOCT http://www.sampacemusic.com/
Check out his website and view his original music video for a small sample of what you will see October 7th at MOCT http://www.sampacemusic.com/
David VanderVeen
David is a life long commercial photographer. At one point had the largest photography studio in Milwaukee. Now retired, David still shoots for the passion of his trade.
For more of David's work visit: http://vanderveen-photo.com/
For more of David's work visit: http://vanderveen-photo.com/
Kate Broadwell
Kate is a young inspiring artist who currently attends UW-Milwaukee. Kate is excited to display her vibrant paintings for the first time.
Johnny Castro
Johnny is a man of many talents from original paintings to designing for NEWD clothing. Johnny is currently venturing into tattooing. Come watch Johnny display his talent at MOCT October 7th, when he gives a live tattoo demonstration.
Shannah Brockway
Shannah is currently studying to be a Paralegal at MATC, but has never strayed far from the art scene. She spends her time painting, slinging drinks and has an affinity for fake mustaches.
