An A-Z visitors guide to Milwaukee Wisconsin. Sponsored by Key Magazine Milwaukee, Wisconsin
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KEY GALLERIES Galleries warm up winter in Milwaukee FIFTY YEARS of collecting Wisconsin art is reflected in a diverse exhibit at DAVID BARNETT GALLERY, 1024 E. State St. at Prospect Ave., continuing through April 13. that has inspired scores of artists. In Cedarburg, be sure to explore THE PINK LLAMA GALLERY, thepinkllama.com. While the gallery has an address of W62 N580 Washington Ave., the entrance actually is through the rear porch, located across the street from the red and white pagoda. Wisconsin Art from the Collection of David Barnett and the David Barnett Gallery includes works by Sylvia Spicuzza, daughter of Francesco Spicuzza who spent a great deal of her life teaching at Shorewood's Lake Bluff Elementary School. Also featured are artists Joseph Ferrara, who taught at Shorewood High School and influenced many artists; local artist and instructor Howard Schroedter, and Joseph Rozman, the first artist to have a solo exhibition at the Barnett Gallery in 1967.. At TORY FOLLIARD GALLERY, 233 N. Milwaukee St. in the Historic Third Ward, an exhibition called Color! includes regional and national artists who challenge the limits of visual perception. The exhibition includes Derrick Buisch's installation of enamel and acrylic abstractions of visual symbols, Anoka Faruqee's mathematically perfect acrylic paintings that describe weightlessness, Ben Grant's three-dimensional Op Art inspired paintings and Trent Miller's paintings that explore shapes and the space within. The display continues through March 9. DeLIND GALLERY OF FINE ART, 450 E. Mason St., defies the chilly weather with its annual Bare Walls show, devoted to the "Nude" in art, which gallery owner Bill DeLind says has "captured the imagination and talents of artists" since caveman days. Visit RIVERVIEW ANTIQUE MARKET to explore vintage art and photos from many of the area's leading antique dealers. The shop is located at 175 S. Water St. just across the Milwaukee River from the Historic Third Ward. Inside the Marcus Center for the Performing Arts, 929 N. Water St., is the MORNING GLORY GALLERY. The gallery features fine crafts from more than 50 Wisconsin artists. Visit the gallery before a show (or during intermission). Regular gallery hours are noon-6 p.m. Thurs.-Sat. We love venturing north of Milwaukee to Cedarburg, The area has a historic, picturesque look 36 Owner Tammie Strause is focused on providing Wisconsin artists with a lovely, supportive environment for showcasing their artwork. There is a range of media and styles on view here. Artist Susan Burden whose pastel "Quiet Passage" is shown here, reflects the influence of nature. Find out more about Burden at thedaystarstudio.com. CEDAR CREEK POTTERY in Cedarburg's Cedar Creek Settlement is a great stop for gift buying. It features the handcrafted work of artists from Wisconsin and beyond. Also in the historic Settlement, LA DIVA offers jewelry crafted by the owner and features a variety of artwork, perfect for gifts. LEAP OF FAITH inspires with its nurturing atmosphere and artworks from around the world. The owner also is an artist. In picturesque Port Washington, visit BLUE HERON ARTISAN'S GALLERY. The gallery is located at 102 E. Pier St. in a historic 1929 fire station building, and features works by more than 25 artists. Cabin Fever opens Feb. 8 and continues through March 17. Owner Bette Langford promises different artists' interpretations of what "cabin fever" means to them. The opening reception is 5- 7 p.m., Feb. 8. Mark your calendar for the upcoming exhibition Creaky Floors & Secret Doors, opening at a reception 5-7 p.m. March 22. More information about the gallery and its on-premises Heron Bay Banquet Hall is at blueheronport.com