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Fall Exhibitions
In our fall exhibitions, artists consider the quiet forces that shape our landscapes, such as light, time and energy. Through diverse media, they reflect on the interplay between the visible and the unseen aspects of the natural world. Drawing on symbolic, even spiritual, associations with nature, the works evoke ideas of wonder and harmony. Together, these exhibitions invite viewers into a deeper awareness of how we experience and remain connected to the living world around us.
Join us for these events
Artist Reception - Thu, Oct 23, 5:30pm - 8:30pm
Rotunda Stage | Artist Talks start at 6pm
Overture Galleries are always free and open to the public, with most artworks available for purchase.
Gallery I: The Lumosity of Time: Witnessing Earth’s Breath
Tuesday, September 2 - Sunday, November 30
This work delves into other dimensionality. Weller explores the fourth dimension, time, as he photographs cloudscapes in the upper Midwest. Fitzgerald examines the relationship between matter and spirit through energy and light. Both artists see Earth’s breath as a shape shifter, existing as form transformed again and again.
Gallery II: Bloom & Ripple
Tuesday, September 2 - Sunday, November 30
This exhibit is a serene duet of floral and aquatic paintings, where blossoms meet flowing water. Two artists explore nature’s elegance through color, texture and movement, inviting viewers into a world of quiet transformation and reflection.
Gallery III: Interconnected Visions
Tuesday, September 2 - Sunday, November 30
This exhibition explores the delicate balance of nature—its harmony, resilience and fragility. Through organic forms and elemental contrasts, each piece invites reflection on our interconnectedness with the environment and the quiet forces that sustain life.
Playhouse Gallery
Tuesday, August 26 – Sunday, November 16
Like A Root in the Dark
Victor Figueroa, Daniel Pimentel-Alarcon, Mark Turner, Karen Watson-Newlin & Douglas Whittle
Five artists explore nature’s hidden, fleeting moments through flora, fauna and local landscapes. Their work invites us to notice how the creative process and natural world transform slowly and steadily, revealing growth through patience and time.
Rotunda Gallery
Tuesday, August 26 - Sunday, November 16
When We Create, We Resist
Various artists and contributors to GSAFE's Annual Online Quilt and Fiber Art Auction
Handcrafted quilts supporting GSAFE's mission to create safe schools for trans and queer youth, embodying resistance through creation—each stitch representing hope, resilience and the patient work of building inclusive communities.
Artist Spotlights
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Artist Spotlight - Sarah McRae
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Artist Spotlight - Ruth Vander Horck
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Beth Racette: Combining community and creativity in Overture Galleries
Celebrating 20 years of Overture Center!
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Artist Spotlight - Aaron Laux
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Artist Spotlight - Matthew Braunginn (Higgs)
Additional Galleries
James Watrous Gallery
The James Watrous Gallery is dedicated to Wisconsin artists. Solo exhibits present a significant body of work by a single artist, while our curated shows often draw connections between art and other disciplines. We strive to create a welcoming environment that encourages engagement and inquiry.
MMoCA
Madison Museum of Contemporary Art
The Madison Museum of Contemporary Art is an independent organization that exhibits, collects, and preserves modern and contemporary art to provide transformative experiences that educate, reflect, and inspire us as individuals and a community.
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Questions?
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Director of Overture Galleries
Stephanie Barenz
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Sponsors
Overture Galleries are supported by Associated Housewrights, Wealthspire, The Arts Access Fund, a component fund of the Madison Community Foundation, and by contributions to Overture Center for the Arts.
