Overture Galleries & James Watrous Gallery
Slow Art: A Mindful Journey Through the Galleries
Thursday, October 9
9am - 10am
Please arrive by 8:45am
Tour begins in Gallery I
Tickets
$23
Join us for a new experience at Overture Galleries this fall: Slow Art!
In partnership with the James Watrous Gallery, this special event invites you to pause and connect with art in a deeper, more mindful way. This Slow Art event will take you through Gallery 1 with the works of Mark Weller and Karen Fitzgerald and the James Watrous Gallery with the works of Jill Sebastian and Liz Bachhuber.
What is Slow Art?
Slow Art is a national program that encourages participants to spend extended time with a single work of art, enhancing observation and connection.
What to Expect
This immersive morning experience includes:
- Two Guided Meditations led by Kelly Toltzien, founder of Wildflower Therapies, to help center your mind and deepen your viewing experience.
- Intimate Gallery Access before public hours for a quiet, focused environment.
- Coffee, tea, and a light breakfast will be provided to enjoy afterwards, with time for further gallery exploration.
Overture Galleries
Each year, Overture Galleries mount four cycles of seasonal exhibitions in five galleries, providing a forum for diverse artistic expression and showcasing local artists across all visual media.
James Watrous Gallery
The James Watrous Gallery is dedicated to celebrating Wisconsin artists. Located on the third floor of Overture Center, the Watrous focuses on exhibits by contemporary Wisconsin artists. The gallery is a program of the Wisconsin Academy of Sciences, Arts & Letters.
Upcoming Galleries Events
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January 9
Friday
Educational/Talks, Free Events, Visual Arts Winter 2025/26 Exhibitions Reception
Overture Galleries
Join us for a reception and artist talks celebrating the Winter 2025/26 Overture Galleries! This season’s exhibitions examine how personal, family and cultural histories shape the ways we live and create.
5:30 PM -
January 10
Saturday
Educational/Talks, Free Events, Visual Arts Indiana Green Invitational Artist Panel
Overture Galleries
Learn more from the artists, curators and partners involved in the Indiana Green Invitational exhibition in the Playhouse Gallery.
4:30 PM -
February 28 - March 8
2025/26 Season, Fringe Festival, Overture Presents, Variety, Visual Arts "Earthlings: Revisited" By Jeanne C. Wilkinson
Rotunda Studio
Free exhibition in Rotunda Studio! Step into artist Jeanne Wilkinson’s “Cloud Tunnel” and immerse yourself in a mesmerizing interplay of shifting images and color.
Multiple Showtimes -
March 7
Saturday
Dance, Educational/Talks, Family Friendly, Folk Music, Free Events, Music, Theater, Variety, Visual Arts International Festival
Multiple Venues
Celebrate the rich cultural heritage within our community and enjoy nearly 30 FREE performances throughout Overture by artists who call Dane County home. Indulge in cuisines from around the world, browse stunning arts and crafts available for purchase and learn about the many local businesses with global connections.
10:00 AM