visual arts
Wence Martinez describes himself as a weaver, designer, and colorist. His life at the loom combines his Zapotec heritage with over 55 years of weaving experience to create contemporary tapestries.
In Torres Mata’s current work, spices, fibers, and wood are shaped, transformed, and delicately worked together to create stories rooted in family, memory, and his Mexican heritage.
With their flat forms, vibrating patterns, and explosions of color, Romano (“Mano”) Johnson’s large-scale works fill the room with energy and power.
Tom Antell’s paintings delve into cartoon imagery and dark humor, playing out absurd, colorful allegories to present an alternative view of American history and the traditional symbols of exceptionalism and bounty.
Join Lillian Luft, Marna Brauner, Hai Chi Jihn, and Wisconsin Academy staff to celebrate the opening of the exhibitions Deliberate Acts and
Join Liz Bachhuber, Jill Sebastian, and Wisconsin Academy staff to celebrate the opening of the exhibition, Eat My Words at t
Join Jerry Butler, Jon Horvath, and Wisconsin Academy staff to celebrate the opening of the exhibitions Echoes from the Arc and
Jon Horvath’s finely distilled photographs of everyday items evoke a meditative hush. His ongoing series Wide Eyed embraces what he calls “photographic wandering,” exploring the complexity and intangible essence of the world around us.
As an artist, a teacher, and a mentor, Jerry Butler has dedicated himself to uplifting the Black community.
Join Nina Ghanbarzadeh, Maureen Fritchen, and Wisconsin Academy staff to celebrate the opening of the exhibitions Tales of the Seated Cat and See Foam at the James Watrous Gallery. These paired solo exhibitions will be on view from November 1, 2024 through January 12, 2025.
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Wisconsin Academy Offices
1922 University Avenue
Madison, Wisconsin 53726
Phone: 608.733.6633
James Watrous Gallery
3rd Floor, Overture Center for the Arts
201 State Street
Madison, WI 53703
Phone: 608.733.6633 x25


