Tag Archives: Leigh Yawkey Woodson Art Museum
Hello . . . Dolley Madison
Posted on October 28, 2015
A recent visit to James Madison's Montpelier gave me an expanded appreciation for Dolley Madison, the wife of the fourth president of the United States.
Sharing the Mic
Posted on October 21, 2015
Woodson Art Museum staff members spend a lot of time telling the Museum’s “story.” The story may change depending on who’s telling it, what project or message is the focus, and, of course, who the audience comprises.
A New Nest
Posted on October 14, 2015
When I walk through the Woodson Art Museum’s galleries featuring the 40th anniversary of Birds in Art, one piece catches my eye. Memory by Minnesota artist Wendy Brockman depicts a bird’s nest entangled with bittersweet. Something about the piece makes me view it closer and reflect.
Birds, Art & Poetry
Posted on September 30, 2015
A visitor's guest blog post includes a poem and Birds in Art reflections. How does Birds in Art inspire you? Museum programs blending literature and the visual arts are offered Thursday, October 1, through Saturday, October 3, when 2014 Wisconsin Poet Laureate Max Garland leads an Art 101 presentation, a poetry reading & open-mic opportunity, and a Writing & Art Workshop.
Corvids & Owls
Posted on September 23, 2015
While passing through the galleries on Friday afternoon, I talked to an older gentleman who was admiring a woodcarving by Wisconsin artist Todd Wohlt. It’s a sculpture of nine blue-breasted bee-eaters emerging from a block of cherry-colored bubinga.
Under Wraps
Posted on September 08, 2015
Adorn a gift with pretty paper and a bow, construct a gate at a garden entrance, conceal an item in a brown shipping box, or rope off a gallery to fuel curiosity and anticipation.
I embrace the joy of anticipation. I’m not a “present peeker;” I’ve never sneakily removed tape to prematurely divulge a birthday surprise.
Falling into Place
Posted on August 26, 2015
It’s a relief when months of planning and managing a hundred details come together successfully. The final touches are being added to three new permanent collection exhibitions.
Seven-Foot Roosters
Posted on August 19, 2015
Birds in Art is kind of a big deal.
Actually, for four decades it’s been THE big deal in avian art – worldwide. And, 2015 is no exception.
Preparation for the 40th Birds in Art at the Woodson Art Museum began after the opening weekend of the 39th, and work steadily progresses and reaches a frenzy about . . . now.
Tribulation Transformed
Posted on August 12, 2015
As artists remind us in such inspiring ways, it’s possible – with creativity, ingenuity, talent, and collaboration – to transform tragedy into beauty. What’s your story? How does artwork trigger memories and foster connections in your life? I make a habit of collecting such stories; it would be a privilege to hear yours.
Birds of a Feather
Posted on October 07, 2015