Creative Playground: Exhibition

Alverno College|Arts & Culture Gallery|MKE, WI 

Exhibition Dates: Feb. 6, 2026 - Mar 6, 2026

Engaging in playful collaboration allows us to break down barriers and encourages innovative thinking. It creates an environment where creativity and imagination can flourish, fostering a sense of fellowship and mutual respect.  By blending artistic techniques, we can spark new ideas, find joy in the process, and expand our creative repertoires.   

1st Place Award Winners

Joan Kennedy & Amanda Jones 

Titled "Mending"

2nd Place Award Winners 

Susan Galkowski & Diane Evans

Titled: "Clayoplatria" 

3rd Place Award Winners 

Ellen Gvora & Jean Wells 

Titled "Cozy Couple" 

Shining a Spotlight on Wisconsin Craft

Bringing visibility to our artists and events is essential to strengthening Wisconsin’s creative community. We were thrilled to have multiples opportunities to showcase the Creative Playground exhibition and highlight the incredible collaborative work of our members. Moments like these help expand our reach, celebrate our artists, and amplify the impact of Wisconsin Craft across the state.

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Congratulations to our Accepted Artists! 

Amanda Jones, Amanda Langer, Amy Weh, Ann Cook, Betsy Davis, Charna Schwartz, Claire Mondloch, Diana Ferguson, Diane Evans, Dorothee Pfundt, Ellen Gvora, Erika Scheer, G G, Jan Jahnke, Jay Arpin, Jean Wells, Jeff Baenen, Jen Arpin, Jennifer Angelo, Jhenai Mootz, Joan Kennedy, John Bower, June Ambro, June Vaughn, Karen Elwing, Kathleen Eggert, Katie Hogan, Keith Kohlmann, Kenneth Ferguson, Kippian Inglis, Laj Waghray, Liina Heikkinen, Linda Marcus, Mary Nimi, Mel Kolstad, Mike Mootz, Nan Marshall, Nancy Gibson, Pat Kroth, Prudy Canfield, Roxane Mayeur, Stephanie Bartz, Susan Drewek, Susan Galkowski, Sylviia Mondloch, and Walton Isenberg

Come Play With Us Workshop: Part 1

Saturday, February 21, 2026 from 11am-1pm

• Copper Enameling with Lynda Sommers-Herzog
• Paper Marbling with Dara Larson
• Children’s Open Studio with Alverno Students 

*This workshop is organized by Alverno College Student Gallery Team. Please contact the gallery for more information. No Registration Required. 

Come Play With Us Workshop: Part 2

Saturday, February 28, 2026 from 11am-1pm

• The Tree We Build with Nick Schitz
• Exploring Alcohol Inks with Kelly Henckel
• Children’s Open Studio with Alverno Students

*This workshop is organized by Alverno College Student Gallery Team. Please contact the gallery for more information. No Registration Required. 

Gallery Hours, Location, and Parking

Monday through Friday, from 10 AM - 4PM
Saturday, 11 AM - 3 PM
Closed Sunday 

Suggested parking next to Building #8 Alexia Hall in Parking Lot E. 

Road Construction: To enter Lot E take 35th & Morgan Ave. to Alexia Hall.