STUDIO, SIP & SPLURGE
MAKE THE QUEST, COME AND EXPLORE
SAMPLE THE WINE
ENCOUNTER ARTISTS in THEIR NATURAL HABITATS
DISCOVER ONE OF A KIND PIECES OF ART
GO FORTH, SPLURGE and ACQUIRE
TAKE YOUR TREASURES HOME WITH YOU
Featured Artists:
JEF RAASCH
FRED FISCHER
ILZE HEIDER
KIM WILSON
KATHY JOHNSON
JEF RAASCH
For over thirty three years I have made my living as a self-employed artist and have exhibited my work in juried shows, all over the country. Clay is the medium in which I specialize. People, plants and animals are my focus.
FRED FISCHER
I’m a long time black & white photographer, and infuse my work with a mixture of mystery and humor. I do all of my own printing and framing. In addition to decades of exhibiting at art fairs, I’ve had solo exhibits at the DNR, Weidner Center, and various galleries, and have been featured in numerous group shows.
KIM WILSON
“My inspiration comes from exploring life’s surrounding. Whether it is the texture of nature, geometric shapes or the feelings from within, all are a stage of the creative process. Since the year 2000, I have been designing small wearable sculptures. Using sterling silver, gold and semi precious stones, my hand – fabricated pieces are treated with various surfacing techniques such as forging, roller printing and patinas. The results are simple yet complex, industrial yet natural.”
ILZE HEIDER
I've been working and creating with leather for 50 years. I'm learning new techniques all the time. Combining color texture and design, I create unique and functional wearable art. I want my handbags to fit as well and look as good as the finest pieces of clothing.
KATHY JOHNSON
My work is a study of color and design in decorative and functional fiber, utilizing machine piecing and free motion quilting. It is based on a lifetime of sewing and color immersion, and exploration of the relationship between traditional quilting methods and modern materials and techniques.
I have been exhibiting in art and fine craft shows since 2004. My quilts are in the collection of Promega, and have been purchased by patrons across the US, as well as in Europe, Western Australia, and Canada. My quilts have also been exhibited at the Wisconsin Museum of Quilts and Fiber Arts.