Memories – Summer Art Exhibit

Holy Wisdom Monastery* 4200 County Road M, Middleton, WI, United States

The third annual exhibit of artwork by Sunday Assembly members, Friends of Wisdom Prairie members, Oblates or monastery volunteers is scheduled for August 5 – October 7, 2018. The monastery Art Jury will choose work for the exhibit based on the Benedictine values of beauty, balance and simplicity. Because of space limitations, only two-dimensional work that can be hung using the existing gallery hanging system will be accepted. Artists are invited to submit work for consideration by sending photos of the work by email to rolson@benedictinewomen.org or mailing / dropping off photos to Rachel Olson at the monastery. Include the name and ...

A Visual Journey—Fall Art Exhibit Opening

You are invited to join us for the opening reception of the fall art exhibit A Visual Journey. Holy Wisdom Monastery is pleased to feature the watercolors of Ann Herrold-Peterson who views watercolor painting as a visual journey, both for her as the artist, and hopefully for you, the viewer. Her paintings explore the surprising nature of ordinary things and her compositions augment a sense that the world around us is full of wonderful surprises, if we just stop to look. The open house runs from 5:00-7:00 pm with a brief presentation by artist Ann Herrold-Peterson at 6:00 pm. Ann will ...

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Art Exhibit Opening Reception

Holy Wisdom Monastery* 4200 County Road M, Middleton, WI, United States

Gary Eldred: The Simple Beauty of Native Plants Holy Wisdom Monastery is pleased to feature the pen and ink drawings of Gary Eldred who was one of the originators of The Prairie Enthusiasts, an organization whose mission is to protect land with remnant prairies and savannas. His art grew out of his love for the species he was working to protect for future generations. The exhibit illustrates the delicate beauty of native plants that might be missed from a distance. This collection of 23 works was completed between 1989 and 1991 and is being added to Holy Wisdom’s permanent art ...

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Art Exhibit Opening Reception

Holy Wisdom Monastery* 4200 County Road M, Middleton, WI, United States

A Still Life by Jeanette Zissell Holy Wisdom is pleased to feature the work of Jeanette Zissell, a literary scholar and self-taught visual artist whose unique mixed-media drawing technique illustrates captivating images in soft translucent colors. Her drawings express soothing, contemplative emotions that inspire mindfulness and serenity in others.  The exhibit will run from May 10 through July 28, 2019.  Gallery hours are M - F 8:00 am - 4:30 pm (excluding holidays) and Sundays 10:00 - 11:00 am. Opening Reception All are welcome to attend the opening reception on May 10, 2019 from 5:00-7:00 pm. The evening will include ...

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Sacred Spaces – Summer Art Exhibit

Holy Wisdom Monastery* 4200 County Road M, Middleton, WI, United States

Sacred Spaces The 4th annual exhibit of artwork by Sunday Assembly members, Friends of Wisdom Prairie members, Oblates and monastery volunteers is scheduled for August 4 – September 22, 2019.  The monastery’s art jury will choose work for the exhibit based on Benedictine values such as simplicity, beauty and balance. In honor of the 10th anniversary of the opening of the monastery building, this year's exhibit theme and title will be Sacred Spaces. Submissions Artists are invited to submit work for consideration by sending photos of up to 3 pieces of their artwork by email to rolson@benedictinewomen.org or mailing / dropping ...

Fall Art Exhibit Opening Reception

Holy Wisdom Monastery* 4200 County Road M, Middleton, WI, United States

Fall art exhibit September 27 – December 15, 2019 Holy Wisdom Monastery is pleased to present an art exhibit featuring two artists: The Light of Being by Marcia Getto and Passing Through by Kay Gundlach Opening reception September 27, 2019; 5:00-7:00 pm This unique exhibit opens on Friday, September 27, 2019 from 5:00-7:00 pm. Enjoy beverages and appetizers while you view the art. The artists will each make a brief presentation starting at 6:00 pm and can answer questions about their work. All are welcome. No registration is necessary and we hope you bring your friends. Gallery hours Monday – ...

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MOVED ONLINE – Art Exhibit

Holy Wisdom Monastery* 4200 County Road M, Middleton, WI, United States

The Flowers are Burning: An Art and Climate Justice Project by MK Neumann and HR Klebesadel This spring, Holy Wisdom Monastery wanted to present a combined celebration of the opening of the spring art exhibit and the 50th anniversary of Earth Day, featuring The Flowers are Burning: An Art and Climate Justice Project, by Mary Kay Neumann and Helen R. Klebesadel. Since the monastery is closed for much of this time, the art exhibit has moved online. Visit the virtual exhibit at https://www.theflowersareburning.com/oceans-a-rising.html More information For more information about attending an art exhibit, sponsoring an art exhibit or displaying art ...

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Art, Science and Ecological Conscience

Holy Wisdom Monastery 4200 County Road M, Middleton, WI, United States

Join us for the art exhibit opening, Art, Science and Ecological Conscience, featuring the artwork and presentation of nationally renowned landscape and wildlife artist, Terrill Knaack. The exhibit will include his original oil painting, A Prairie Meditation, painted at the Monastery and showcased in the gallery at Holy Wisdom. The program will include a presentation from the artist, ample opportunity to appreciate the art plus a chance to converse with the artist. The exhibit will remain through the summer. Artist Terrill Knaack – Following graduation from UW-Madison, Terrill was the understudy of Owen Gromme, the curator of zoology at the ...

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Sacred Beauty – Community Art Exhibit Opening

Holy Wisdom Monastery 4200 County Road M, Middleton, WI, United States

We are excited to announce our community-wide art exhibit opening reception, to be held Sunday, July 10, 2022, from 10:00-11:30 am at Holy Wisdom Monastery. This experience celebrates the expression of creativity found within our community of communities, including members of the Benedictine Women of Madison, Ecumenical Center for Clergy Spiritual Renewal, Friends of Wisdom Prairie, Oblates, Sunday Assembly, Coworkers, Volunteers, Donors, Retreatants and Board of Directors. The art exhibit opening reception is hosted in partnership with the Sunday Assembly’s Feast of St. Benedict and Scholastica brunch. Join for this complimentary experience and consider sharing a dish to pass. All ...

Inspired Art Reception

Holy Wisdom Monastery 4200 County Road M, Middleton, WI, United States

Reception Join us for a reception for the Inspired Art exhibit featuring artists Jennifer Peters (photography), Francine Tompkins (acrylic painting) and Jennifer Angelo (fiber art) on Friday, Feb. 9 from 6:00-8:00 pm. Light refreshments will be served. Please register below. Art Exhibit Jennifer Peters had an idea about creating an exhibit with artists working in different mediums and how they could blend their individual work into a unified show happening Feb. 2 – Apr. 28, 2024 at Holy Wisdom Monastery. Each artist created three inspiration pieces and the other two then worked in their own medium, interpreting the original work ...

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