Onalaska Art Keepers-Pop Up event

 

Big Bass Blast by CShore

As an artist it's fun to help out every once and awhile with donating my time and talents for a good cause. OAK Onalaska Art Keepers second addition "Pop Up Onalaska" was just what I needed to explore my creative urges.

OAK was founded to promote the local arts and culture in Onalaska. More information on facebook Onalaska Art Keepers.

The 12 artist entries will be on display from early June through late August at participating places with a scavenger hunt. Afterwards the 24"'x30" canvases will be auctioned off at the Pumpkin and a Pint event on October 8, 2022. There will also be student works on display as well.

A Big Bass Blast shout out to OAK for their hard work.

Down by the River

La Crosse's Riverside Park and it's connections to the Mississippi River attract visitors and residents. Since my days at the University the bridge has doubled in size and the park even more than that. No longer are there sandburs along front street, instead new docks and river walks welcome all.

Just finished these new paintings. I like the sweeping angles and lines. Soon to be framed on view at River City Gallery.

Down and Under 8x10 oil

Up and Over 8x10 oil

River Guards 8x10 oil

River Sentinels 8x10 oil

 

Hoppy Easter

Roo Bunny 8x10

 Here's to special celebrations and connections. Happy Easter, Happy Passover and a special Happy Birthday to Drew's sister in May

Heard it through the Grape Vine

 Yes it's coming in June, my exhibit of Trempealeau inspired artwork at Elmaro Winery and Vineyard. 

Mark you calendars.

Winter on the Vine is almost over

No more Chilling at Elmaro

Beyond the Moment 2021

La Crosse Arts Board continued to fund purchase awards with Beyond the Moment 2021 and I'm beyond excited to have three more pieces chosen in the permanent collection. La Crosse County residents were invited to submit work done since March of 2021. The artwork is on display at the La Crosse County Administration Building on 6th and State Sts. in downtown.

 Artist Statement

"Alley Ways”

As we faced another year of covid limitations in 2021, it was easy , as an artist, to take to the out of doors for inspiration. On nice days I could still gather with the drawing group outside, wear a mask and keep our distance. Arriving early is my typical routine so I could navigate the venue and surroundings and take lots of photos. 

One day having some time to linger in downtown La Crosse I remember how much I loved the old alley ways and historical buildings. I was impacted by how much they appeared the same as when I first discovered them 50 years ago. To realize how much our day to day life can change overnight but the foundations we build are strong and support our ideals. The facade of a temporary situation will be peeled away in time and our true selves revealed.

It’s time to hold on to our past so we know who we are.

 

Brick Alley framed 8x10 oil

Alley Reflections framed 8x10 oil

Alley Secrets framed 8x10 oil

Here's the first one I did for The Moment 2020. A Momento Mori.

Awakening 11x14 oil

 

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Tiny Art Show at La Crosse Main Library

 Here's my mini masterpiece.

Happy Accidents 3x3 plus by Colleen S.

On display April 4th to 22nd to celebrate National Library Week. I think this week you can vote for your favorite. There's a pretty awesome kitty in there too.

and the winner is Kalla's Kitty