Followers

Friday, March 25, 2022

Art Dash 2022

Me -Waiting in Anticipation

I've been waiting 2 years to attend one of the most fun fundraisers for artists in our area. Due to Covid concerns the Franciscan Spirituality Center had to regroup and postpone, now it was finally here, this past Thursday evening.   


Art for the Offering

 

Cargill Room, waiting to dash

 

It met all my expectations. As an artist we were graciously recognized for our contributions and an enthusiastic crowd of art lovers were there to enjoy the fruits of our labors.

A big shout out to Stacey Sabadash Kalas and staff for the dedication and support for the arts and artists. She did a fantastic job connecting art to the community.

Stacy-patron of the arts
 Food and some more fun.

Tommy Orrico creating caricatures



My own personal note:

Many artists probably can share a story of being asked to donate their work only to see it go at an auction for pennies on the dollars and not even get the recognition or even a thank you. 

Thanks again Franciscan Spirituality Center for allowing artists to do what they do best.



Tuesday, March 22, 2022

Art for Ukraine

Check out the fundraiser, just added my original oil painting to the mix.

Flowers for U 8x10 oil framed $150 by CShore
 SOLD
 

River City Gallery at 321 Main Street, downtown La Crosse

Artists from the gallery are creating art to support Ukraine. All of the profits of each sale will be donated to Samaritan's Purse for support to Ukraine. Visit the gallery to see these beautiful pieces on display. Check out our website for more information!

Tuesday, March 15, 2022

Wisconsin ArtsWest 43

 Happy to announce one of my oil paintings was selected for Wisconsin ArtsWest 43 a virtual exhibit.

Fancy Dance 2 Ho-Chunk Regalia

                        11x14 unframed oil painting on panel $150
                                      cshoreartwork@gmail.com

Paintings inspired after I had attended a presentation at Perrot State Park late this summer lead by Elliot Funmaker of the Ho-Chunk Nation. He did a Blessing of the Drum Ceremony, then his wife and granddaughter demonstrated some of the dances.  I hope I have portrayed them with the utmost respect and appreciation of the Ho-Chunk Nations contributions and sacrifices.

 

Details from L.E. Phillips Library

Wisconsin ArtsWest 43

March 14-June 6 | Virtual Exhibit | Wisconsin ArtsWest is the library’s annual juried art show. The juror for ArtsWest 43 is Meri Rose Ekberg, Managing Director of Make Music Madison and the Assistant Director of the Public History Project at UW-Madison. ArtsWest has provided a venue for thousands of artists to exhibit their talent and creativity, as well as the opportunity for everyone in the community to experience and support the

THE EXHIBIT

Wisconsin ArtsWest is a juried exhibit sponsored by the L.E. Phillips Memorial Public Library. It is open to all working artists and students, age 18 and older, residing in Wisconsin. The first ArtsWest show opened in September 1979. Due to pandemic safety restrictions, the 2021 exhibit will be held as a virtual show.

There were 183 entries submitted by 105 artists for Wisconsin ArtsWest 43. Of these, 36 works were selected by the juror, representing 15 communities.

The competition is juried by a working artist, craftsperson, or qualified staff member from an art museum, gallery, or art department of a university or college. Jurors are from outside the area and are from Wisconsin or Minnesota. Prizes are donated by the Friends of the L.E. Phillips Memorial Public Library.

THE JUROR

Meri Rose Ekberg works with visual artists, musicians, curators, public historians, civic leaders, and community organizers to produce inspirational and engaging art content for diverse audiences. She is currently the Managing Director of Make Music Madison and the Assistant Director of the Public History Project at UW–Madison. She also serves as a freelance art consultant on a variety of public art initiatives. She specializes in curating exhibitions, managing music festivals, and developing art collection databases—all with the goal of increasing public access to the arts.


Virtual Art Shows

Because of COVID-19, all in-person library programs and events, including art exhibits, had to be canceled. But we wanted to continue to showcase great regional art, so our shows have gone virtual! You’ll be able to view artwork from the safety and comfort of your own home. 

Go to site and select Events on top menu bar then Art Shows.

https://www.ecpubliclibrary.info


Thanks for viewing Colleen

I thought I'd share this one too. Another 11x14 unframed oil painting on panel. Available $150 cshoreartwork@gmail.com

Fancy Dance 1 Ho-Chunk Regalia


Tuesday, March 8, 2022

Larsons General-Drawn Together

Colleen Shore

 On Display for March at Larsons General some talented people I know and draw together.

 


 

May be an illustration
Pat Gund

 

 

Jill Rippe

Lynn Hobart

Ann Schedivy-Tollefson

Lynnae Burns

Marcia Thompson

Lynne Burgess

Julie Chamberlain

Chris Johnson

Lois Peterson

Pam Knudtson


Colleen Shore



Wednesday, March 2, 2022

Holmen Library Display Case

For the month of March I'm displaying some of my local scenes of the Holmen area and beyond at the library.A big thank you to the Library Staff and Ruth Scholze.

Holmen Library Display Cases -East Entrance



These are the paintings on display at the the Holmen Library for March. For questions or to purchase contact Colleen Shore at cshoreartwork@gmail.com. Thanks for viewing.

 

Mc Gilvray Welcome 8x10 oil framed $150

 

Butterfly Refuge 8x10 oil framed $150

 

On the Square Galesville 11x14 oil unframed $75

 

Trempealeau Refuge Trail 11x14 oil unframed $75

 

Halfway Creek Resting Spot 8x10 oil unframed $50

 

Proud Momma 8x10 oil unframed $50

Bridge Over Waters 8x10 oil unframed $50

 

Brice Excursion 8x10 oil unframed $50
Halfway Creek Park 8x10 oil unframed $50

 

Bunker on the Back Nine 8x10 oil unframed $50

 

Lovely Water Hazard -Drugans 8x10 oil unframed $50

 

To the Market 5x7 oil unframed $30

 

 Some of my past paintings of the area, already in their new homes.

 Mc Gilvray Trail of Seven Bridges Area

 
 

 

 

 Drugans Castle Mound









 Be sure to follow my blog for the latest shows and paintings. Thanks Colleen Shore

More on display at River City Gallery in downtown La Crosse.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 












A Wise Old Owl

 From skilled predators, to their impressive eyesight and hearing abilities, these avian marvels have been thought to be intelligent creatur...