Events for April 27, 2016
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Spectrum: Contemporary Artists in Color at Racine Art Museum
While many contemporary artists use color as a primary element, Spectrum focuses on it as a defining principle, featuring works by those in RAM’s collection, such as Sonja Blomdahl, Sandra Byers, Rose Cabat, Jeffrey Lloyd Dever, Lindly Haunani, Cliff Lee, James Lovera, and Dante Marioni.
Find out more »Cut, Fold, and Form: Featuring Kiff Slemmons and Julie VonDerVellen at Racine Art Museum
Whether emphasizing the structural, the conceptual, or both, the artists included transform paper—a familiar and seemingly mundane material—into vessels, sculpture, adornment, and artist’s books. Featured artists Kiff Slemmons, who makes ornate paper jewelry, and Julie VonDerVellen, who creates complex sculptural paper watches and clocks, are represented by multiple works. Artists from RAM’s collection—such as Dominic Di Mare, Walter Hamady, Caren Heft, Jim Lee, Ke-Sook Lee, Mary Merkel-Hess, JoAnna Poehlmann, Kay Sekimachi, Merle Temkin, and Michael Velliquette—expand the conversation.
Find out more »California Dreamin’: Mark Adams and Frank Lobdell at Racine Art Museum
Mark Adams (1925-2006) and Frank Lobdell (1921-2013) explored pattern and color.
Find out more »Paper/Plastic: Contemporary Adornment at Racine Art Museum
Frequent visitors to RAM see contemporary jewelry made of a wide variety of media.
Find out more »Watercolor Demystified: Spring Themes
Learn the basic techniques of watercolor painting, including color mixing, washes, values, and composition. Apply these core elements to the images of Midwest spring. Still life, landscape, and some color based abstractions will be the genres we will focus on as a way to play and learn. We will avoid the pitfall that gives watercolor an unforgiving reputation. Beginners on up are welcome.
Find out more »Beyond Basic Drawing Class – 8 weeks
Focus on developing your drawing skills through your choice of medium and subject matter in an individual studio setting.
Find out more »Exhibition at MOWA: Greg Conniff: Watermarks
Responding to MOWA’s challenge to create a fresh body of work, Madison photographer Greg Conniff has created Watermarks, an immersive visual meditation on a specific piece of nature in his home city
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Champagne Jacquart Winemaker Dinner at Lake Park Bistro
Lake Park Bistro welcomes Champagne Jacquart Head Winemaker Floriane Eznack for an exclusive dinner paired with their delightful Champagnes on Wednesday, April 27. James Beard Award-winning chef Adam Siegel has created the menu and will lead the kitchen during the event. Champagne Jacquart, based in Reims in the heart of Champagne, is one of the region's most dynamic and forward looking producers. Part of the Alliance Champagne Group, they have the largest area of vineyards in Champagne at their disposal. With access to a diverse and plentiful supply of quality grapes, Jacquart's winemakers are able to choose and then blend wines that reflect the character of the different terroirs, producing final cuvées that each have a distinctive style and personality. Head winemaker Floriane Eznack grew up close to Bordeaux and was introduced to the fascinating world of wine tasting by her father. She earned a Masters Degree in Oenology in Reims in 2004 and has studied harvests at some of Champagne’s finest houses including Moet. Floriane has been head winemaker for Jacquart since 2011 and has travelled extensively and experienced different countries and cultures. She is an enthusiastic ambassador for Champagne Jacquart. Champagne Jacquart Dinner Menu Saumon Sauvage avec Chévre Frais Cured Wild Salmon with Citrus, Red Beet Vinaigrette, Asparagus and Fresh Goat Cheese Jacquart Extra Brut Ragout de Petit Pois, Artichaut, Morrilles et Crabe Sauteed Morel Mushrooms, Artichokes and Spring Peas with Crab and Pea Puree Jacquart Brut Mosaique Carpaccio de Veau Cuit Bleu avec Thon Strauss Veal Carpaccio with Yellowfin Tuna, Aioli and Caper Vinaigrette Jacquart 2006 Blanc de Blanc Agneau Roti et Fèves Roasted Lamb Chop with Fava Bean and Leek Mash, Herb Pistou and Confit Potato Jacquart 2006 Vintage Cuvee Sabayon de Champagne avec Rhubarbe Poached Rhubarb with Champagne Sabayon, Cinnamon Fritters and Candied Orange Jacquart Rose Champagne Jacquart Dinner with Winemaker Floriane Eznack Bartolotta’s Lake Park Bistro Wednesday, April 27 at 6:30 pm Five courses with wine $125 per person plus tax and gratuity
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