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)