Monthly Featured Artists
Background image: Invitation to the Dance by Lynn Goldstein
The Workhouse Arts Center has more than 60 resident visual artists who occupy studios on campus, as well as a collective group of off-site artists who display their work in the Arches Gallery. Every month, in each building, the work of individual artists or a group of artists is featured in a special exhibition that runs for the entire month. During our Second Saturday art walks our featured artists (and many other studio artists!) are on campus to talk about their work and processes. And, if you love what you see, you can take it with you, as most art on campus is available for purchase!
Visit the Galleries and Exhibitions on Campus
Wednesday 11 AM – 6 PM
Thursday 11 AM – 6 PM
Friday 11 AM – 6 PM
Saturday 11 AM – 6 PM
Sunday Noon – 5 PM
W-7: “The Legend of the Pussywillow” by Winn Jones
“My work is whimsical. I blow glass at my torch, I also work both soft and borosilicate. Lots of my pieces just show up whilst I am working....what fun. I am inspired by my flowers, our foxes, birds and butterflies, and our honey bees, and things funny.” Winn Jones
W-9: “Fog and Madness” by Marc Pachon
Marc attempts to capture moments of motion, emotion and change, and preserve them as snapshots in time. He has worked with dancers, aerialists, contortionists and other performers, translating their dynamic arts into a static image
W-6: "Lessons - Still Teaching - Still Learning" by Gwendolyn Bragg
I held classes at the Art League School for over 32 years, have led many national and international painting trips, most recently to the Extremadura region of Spain last March. I have been on the Workhouse Art Center's Faculty since it opened in 2008 and am currently teaching three adult classes a week here in building 6.
W-10: "Fundamentals" by Mary Kane
Mary Kane's recent work on canvas is done with the idea of minimalism and basic composition using more subtle colors. It's definitely a new vibe for her more gestural work.
W-5: "Sunshine and Shadow" - Group Exhibit
Building 5 artists will display art work interpreting the title "Sunshine and Shadow".
W-9: “Artist’s Choice”
For July 2022 each of the Arches Artists are displaying their favorite piece of artwork in the Featured Artist area. Artists include: Melinda Harleman, Sandra McClelland Lewin, Katherine Owens, Gene Moty, Dean McIntyre, Carol Mather and Kathleen Best Gillman.
W-6: "Portraits & Flowers" by Nanette Catigbe
In this exhibition, Nanette showcases two of her favorite subjects, the human form and flowers. The choice of medium depends on how it can best convey the expression and uniqueness of the subject. Not only does she paints on the canvas, but also on bags and edibles. Her award-winning painted cakes have proven that her artistry goes beyond the canvas.
W-10: "Exploration" by G. Jackson Tanner
Though it appears similar to Pointillism, G. Jackson Tanner’s personal experience with mass-production printing is more closely linked to my new application methodology. This work was produced by hand using the physicality I have to use with the use of basic painting tools; neither automated presses, nor were pneumatic processes utilized.
W-8: “Whimsey in Uniform” by Pamela Esenmann
Imagine little dragon people as soldiers, and as creatures dressing up. Pam Eisenmann "Pocket Warriors" are inspired by dragons in South Korea, where she briefly lived.
W-5: "WaterWORKS" by Laura Bruce
Water has always been a powerful, soothing, life-force for Laura Bruce due to its massive size, turquoise, blue colors and soothing sounds. For this years show Laura Bruce thought it would be fun to paint different scenarios of water for some refreshing escapes.
W-9: “Earth, Fire, and Vessel” by Erica Smith
Erica Smith has been making pottery since she was 17. Making pottery is Erica's way to unwind, be creative, and live in the present
. Erica Smith’s Earth, Fire, and Vessel exhibit will have a reception during the Second Saturday Art Walk, June 11, 2022 6pm - 9pm
W-7: "Rainbowls" by Sandi Martina
Vibrant, love filled glassworks pay tribute to June Pride Month. Rainbow colors, rainbow people. Raise awareness. Support equality. Celebrate pride.
W-6: "Different Views" by Terry Anstrom
I create these abstract backgrounds and then draw a figure or woman's face on top but I draw the figure with my eyes closed. These are the ladies that live in my head
W-5: "Mark Making" a Group Exhibit
Mark Making - Mark making for an artist is like their personal signature. Each artist uses their tools differently to create form and texture. Come see how the artists in Builing 5 express themselves through their unique use of marks.
W-5: "Color Burst" by Denise Phalan
The works in this show are greatly influenced by Phalan’s years living in Latin America. Several works center around the celebration of the Day of The Dead…
W-10: "Ready, FRONT!" by Dani Figueroa
Ready, FRONT! is a collection of expressive and colorful pieces that showcase what Dani Figueroa’s military service has meant to her.
W-9: “Portraits” by Gene Moty
In “Portraits”, Gene engages with the viewer by providing glimpses into the people of his life through abstract portraits.
W-7: "Glass Ribbons and Friends" by Suellen Black
Suellen volunteered at the Workhouse even before it opened. Once it opened she continued volunteering and taking glass classes. She joined with three other students to share a studio as emerging artists.
W-6: "Women Unseen" by Elizabeth Blaisdell
I create these abstract backgrounds and then draw a figure or woman's face on top but I draw the figure with my eyes closed. These are the ladies that live in my head