Expose Kenosha :: Showcasing Local Creative Talent.
December 30th, 2007 — Lemon Street Gallery, Kenosha Art Association, Photographer, Artivist
“…The images in my exhibit are inspiring! They capture hundreds of years of history and culture, they are unique in that I captured some in unique angles, and they are not this area. It is something different to look at for people who live here and a reminder of memories for those who have been there to visit…”
~Kate Falluca
Congratulations to Kate on her solo show at Lemon Street, If you missed this Friday, you can still enjoy her photography; the exhibit will run until January 20.
December 23rd, 2007 — Lemon Street Gallery, Kenosha Art Association, Photographer, Artivist, Visual Artist
Kate Fallucca and her photography are a wonderful addition to the Kenosha art community. From the moment she arrived to our city her exuberance has involved her in Lemon Street Gallery, the board of the Kenosha Art Association, and helping out where ever she can like at the Pollard Gallery. The first day I met her at Lemon Street her energy overwhelmed me. Her work reveals a connection with nature and the out-of-doors. Frequently, looking at her photography makes you wish you could have been traveling with her.
Franco: Tell me a bit about where you’re from and your travels and what brought you to Kenosha. Continue reading →
November 25th, 2007 — Digital Artist, Photographer, Writer
By Joe Barr
We first learned of Karen when she emailed Expose Kenosha.
“I am an artist that lives in Kenosha County and was not aware of a vibrant and active arts community.”
I emailed Karen, and later called her. Her enthusiasm for her art was contagious, and she was eager to share and learn with other artists.
Joe: Hi Karen. We just met, and I know very little about you. Why don’t you introduce yourself?
Joe: How did you come to email Expose Kenosha, Karen?
Joe: Well… The work is fun, and you would have good company, but the pay… Continue reading →
November 18th, 2007 — Entrepreneur, Digital Artist, Photographer
by Roberta Williams
I first met Colleen Steenhagen a little over a year ago when she opened her shop Down the Rabbit Hole. We had crossed paths in New Orleans, but never met and I immediately recognized her as a kindred spirit. Colleen is a spirited artist, photographer, and entrepreneur who left her native Kenosha early in life in search of adventure and great photo ops. Lucky for all of us she decided to put down roots back in her hometown. These roots are in the form of the magical shop on 7th Avenue, Down the Rabbit Hole. Her line is “You never know what you will find inside,” and believe me that’s so true!
The shop is an oasis of Joy in the sea of mega-superstores and mass production that surrounds us. Tibetan prayer flags fly outside and beckon us into the shop, which reminds me of the markets and bazaars you find in foreign lands. You can find everything to delight your senses – tea, chocolate, aromatherapy oils, incense, candles, Buddhas, Ganeshes, books, music, cards, accessories- the list goes on & on. And, of course, you can view Colleen’s wonderful digital images, which she calls collage/mandalas. Colleen also carries the work of many local artists (beaded pillows, stuffed rabbits, jewelry, purses, prints, paintings, artist trading cards). Don’t miss the wabi sabi shelf while you are there!
Colleen has also brought in tarot readers and a henna art painter, which adds to the exotic air of the place. There are not too many places in Kenosha where you can go to get this feeling. I always half expect a snake charmer to be sitting in the corner some days, or a white rabbit serving tea at the tables in back.
I recently got Colleen to take time out from her busy schedule to answer some questions for ExposeKenosha. She was preparing for her Day of the Dead celebration. For this traditional Mexican celebration on November 2nd she set up a Day of the Dead altar in her shop; complete with skeletons, candles, cut papers and the breads, candies and exotic fruits of Mexico. Friends and patrons brought photos of their lost loved ones to place on the altar. It was a real Down the Rabbit Hole experience.
How long have you been taking pictures?
November 4th, 2007 — Educator, Painter, Photographer, Visual Artist
by Franco Tarsitano
Christine Sikora, one of the original artist members and founders of Lemon Street Gallery opens her solo exhibit “Botany,” at the gallery through November 28, 2007. In a recent Kenosha Interview by Bill Robbins, Christine said,
“Maybe I love plants because they are related to the warmer seasons and to growth. It’s just that feeling you get when everything is growing and smells fresh – it’s life affirming.”
I got to preview the show at the opening reception and it is surely life affirming. Her plants and flowers are lively bright colors that bloom off the canvas and come to life giving her artwork personality and animation. I’m sure I heard one of them say “feed me”.
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November 4th, 2007 — Photographer, Photography, Visual Artist
by David Geisler
Andrea Algiers, a recent MIAD graduate, is currently exhibiting her newest collection of photographs at 716: Fine Art. The title of her exhibit is “Far Flung” and it will be on display until November 18th, 2007 at the gallery. Andrea has this to say about her exhibit:
“Everyday I observe the vastness of my surroundings along with how minimal it can be. I have this constant awareness of the small role I play in the immense space that surrounds me. My connection with the space is based on the understanding I have of it, or lack there of.
These photographs represent the search to find my relationship with this space. It is a space that I strive to understand. I break down my environment to its most minimal form, in order to show its relationship to me and to its superior plane.”
Recently, I had the opportunity to ask Andrea some questions about her life as an artist.
Dave: What first inspired your interest in photography? What continues to inspire you? Continue reading →
October 14th, 2007 — Photographer, Artivist, Kenosha, Visual Artist
Side B- by Tammy Peacy
Franco the Painter. Franco the Collaborator. Franco the Rescuer. Franco, Franco, Franco.
there is so much happening in Kenosha right now, in terms of the art community and their vision of really having a place in downtown. I guess I just want people to realize how realistic it is. It’s not like a dream any more, it’s not a vision. It’s really, really happening.
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