Antigo Visual Arts shines at the 2024 Wisconsin Regional Art Program state conference

MADISON — The Association of Wisconsin Artists hosted the annual Wisconsin Regional Art Program State Conference on September 28 at the Pyle Center, University of Wisconsin-Madison.

Antigo Visual Arts proudly represented our community, garnering multiple awards and showcasing the exceptional talent of our local artists.

This year, AVA received three prestigious awards, including:

Sponsor Award -- Antigo Visual Arts

WRAP Coordinator Award: -- Vicki Eldridge

Youth Service Award -- Danna Gabriel

In addition to these honors, several local artists participated in the conference, exhibiting their works at the regional and state levels. Highlights included:

WRAP-Teen Exhibitors

Aiden Anderson -- “Guitar Up High,” mentored by Olivia Kraucyk

Sarah Jane Gouge -- “Woodland Potawatomi,” mentored by Breanne Kanak

Chloe Hermensen -- “Pieces of My Life Coming Together,” mentored by Ameris Grapa

Brett Powell -- “Youth,” mentored by Olivia Kraucyk

Kendall Tuura -- “Blue,” mentored by Nicole Hansen (received the Duck Lake Award)

WRAP Exhibitors

Miira Allen -- “House Sparrow”

Vicki Eldridge -- “Forest Story” (won the Rural Rembrandts Art Club 3D Award)

Danna Gabriel -- “Shattered Unity”

Beatie Gmeiner -- “A Quiet Afternoon”

Nancy Leder -- “Bubble Fish Show Off”

Joanne March -- “Winter’s Dawn”

Linda Robinson -- “My Defender” (received the John Barton Library Award)

In a statement, Vicki Eldridge expressed, “It’s wonderful to receive recognition for the work happening in our hometown art gallery. The artists in our community are incredibly talented and creative, and the gallery truly wouldn’t be the same without them. Being selected and honored by another talented art group for my personal work leaves me truly speechless.”

Additionally, the AVA Sponsor Award was created to recognize outstanding contributions to the local arts community. This award highlights the commitment of individuals and organizations that support artists and foster creativity in our region.

Antigo Visual Arts is grateful for the continued support of our community and looks forward to promoting and celebrating the vibrant artistic talents of our members.

For more information about Antigo Visual Arts and our programs, antigovisualarts.org.