Beauty in the Broken

Jill Fortin

I love all art mediums.As an art teacher for 20 years I needed to be able to produce a variety of art.Teaching pottery and glass classes really was my passion.This body of work represents the broken memories of the past.I have created these landscape mosaics of places that I have traveled to all over the world.I hope to bring the viewer of my art into a place where they can find beauty among the brokenness of the past.I use shards of clear glass to create mosaics of a variety of backings.

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Art of Therapy

Justin Markgraf

All of the artwork in Justin's show comes from his Masters in Art Therapy program that he is currently attending. As a future art therapist, the expectation is to always work on our artwork. We have a push to step outside of our comfort zone as well as use the mediums we are most comfortable with. I began my journey as an undergraduate student at UW-Stout pursuing a BFA in Studio Art. That led me to a Post-baccalaureate degree in art teaching from UW-Milwaukee. I have always created art and over the years I have focused on ceramics and drawing. My 15+ years teaching in the public school setting have both honed my skills further and have helped me figure out my nextstep, becoming a board-certified art therapist. I am sharing my journey as it has brought me great personal therapy.

Opening Reception: Friday, January 3rd, 2025 5:00 - 7:00 pm *Free Admission