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Jack-O’-Lantern Nights
Misery
RAM Showcase: Patrick Nagatani
Collection Focus: Frances and Michael Higgins
Collection Focus: Frances and Michael Higgins
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September 2024
Jack-O’-Lantern Nights
In the crisp fall air, stroll through the Zoo along a dedicated paved pathway and become immersed in dazzling lights and charming decorations. The intricately designed jack-o’-lanterns will look like pieces of art during the day and come to life at night for all to see. There will be an abundance of custom designs to discover including cats, owls, scarecrows, and more Halloween-themed creations. To compliment the jack-o’-lanterns, there will be enchanting light displays throughout the route. Within the event,…
Find out more »October 2024
RAM Showcase: Patrick Nagatani
Patrick Nagatani (1945 – 2017) was an artist committed to investigating the possibilities of photographic technology. Employing hand-coloring, multiple printings, and constructed scenarios, Nagatani built his photographic narratives through props, careful direction, and image manipulation. In addition to challenging the “truth” associated with photography, he touched on social, cultural, and personal issues, including nuclear power, myth-making, Chromatherapy, Japanese Americans, and the self. A former faculty member at the University of New Mexico in Albuquerque, Nagatani obtained his MFA from the…
Find out more »Collection Focus: Frances and Michael Higgins
In the late 1940s, contemporary glass production was given new energy as Frances (1912 – 2004) and Michael (1908 – 1999) Higgins reinvigorated the ancient practice of glass fusing. Capitalizing on the post-World War II interest in bright colors and abstract patterns, the Higginses produced mostly functional items sold through major retailers and worked with glass companies until they formally established their private studio in Illinois. Frances and Michael’s partnership—both personal and professional—seemed to fuel their creative energy, and they…
Find out more »Collection Focus: Frances and Michael Higgins
In the late 1940s, contemporary glass production was given new energy as Frances (1912 – 2004) and Michael (1908 – 1999) Higgins reinvigorated the ancient practice of glass fusing. Capitalizing on the post-World War II interest in bright colors and abstract patterns, the Higginses produced mostly functional items sold through major retailers and worked with glass companies until they formally established their private studio in Illinois. Frances and Michael’s partnership—both personal and professional—seemed to fuel their creative energy, and they…
Find out more »RAM Showcase: Patrick Nagatani
Patrick Nagatani (1945 – 2017) was an artist committed to investigating the possibilities of photographic technology. Employing hand-coloring, multiple printings, and constructed scenarios, Nagatani built his photographic narratives through props, careful direction, and image manipulation. In addition to challenging the “truth” associated with photography, he touched on social, cultural, and personal issues, including nuclear power, myth-making, Chromatherapy, Japanese Americans, and the self. A former faculty member at the University of New Mexico in Albuquerque, Nagatani obtained his MFA from the…
Find out more »Collection Focus: Frances and Michael Higgins
In the late 1940s, contemporary glass production was given new energy as Frances (1912 – 2004) and Michael (1908 – 1999) Higgins reinvigorated the ancient practice of glass fusing. Capitalizing on the post-World War II interest in bright colors and abstract patterns, the Higginses produced mostly functional items sold through major retailers and worked with glass companies until they formally established their private studio in Illinois. Frances and Michael’s partnership—both personal and professional—seemed to fuel their creative energy, and they…
Find out more »RAM Showcase: Patrick Nagatani
Patrick Nagatani (1945 – 2017) was an artist committed to investigating the possibilities of photographic technology. Employing hand-coloring, multiple printings, and constructed scenarios, Nagatani built his photographic narratives through props, careful direction, and image manipulation. In addition to challenging the “truth” associated with photography, he touched on social, cultural, and personal issues, including nuclear power, myth-making, Chromatherapy, Japanese Americans, and the self. A former faculty member at the University of New Mexico in Albuquerque, Nagatani obtained his MFA from the…
Find out more »Open Mic at Divino Gelato
Every Friday between 6 and 8pm you are welcome to bring an instrument of choice and perform a few of your favorite songs in front of other musicians and customers. You are also welcome to recite poetry, stories, clean comedy, etc. But most of the contributions, thus far, have been live music. Microphone and sound system provided.
Find out more »Misery
Based on the American psychological horror thriller novel by Stephen King, and adapted for stage by William Goldman Successful romance novelist, Paul Sheldon is rescued from a car crash by his number one fan, Annie Wilkes, and wakes up captive in her secluded home. While Paul is convalescing, Annie reads the manuscript to his newest novel and becomes enraged when she discovers the author has killed off her favorite character, Misery Chastain. Annnie forces Paul to write a new 'Misery'…
Find out more »Belle City Market
See some of SE Wisconsin most talented and respected artisans and craftspeople, farmers, horticulturists and food producers selling their wares at the Belle City Market. Every Saturday from 9am-2pm under the colonnade at Festival Park.
Find out more »Collection Focus: Frances and Michael Higgins
In the late 1940s, contemporary glass production was given new energy as Frances (1912 – 2004) and Michael (1908 – 1999) Higgins reinvigorated the ancient practice of glass fusing. Capitalizing on the post-World War II interest in bright colors and abstract patterns, the Higginses produced mostly functional items sold through major retailers and worked with glass companies until they formally established their private studio in Illinois. Frances and Michael’s partnership—both personal and professional—seemed to fuel their creative energy, and they…
Find out more »RAM Showcase: Patrick Nagatani
Patrick Nagatani (1945 – 2017) was an artist committed to investigating the possibilities of photographic technology. Employing hand-coloring, multiple printings, and constructed scenarios, Nagatani built his photographic narratives through props, careful direction, and image manipulation. In addition to challenging the “truth” associated with photography, he touched on social, cultural, and personal issues, including nuclear power, myth-making, Chromatherapy, Japanese Americans, and the self. A former faculty member at the University of New Mexico in Albuquerque, Nagatani obtained his MFA from the…
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