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A Different Kind of Garden

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June 08, 2023 – September 24, 2023

Villa Artist in Residency Cat Gilbert presents evocative studies of the art, flora and architecture of the Villa Terrace in "A Different Kind of Garden" opening June 8. During her residency, Gilbert studied the design motifs, textures, and colors found throughout the Villa Terrace to create paintings, cyanotypes and sculptural arrangements. The pieces were inspired by the Villa’s gardens, the historic home’s interior elements (including tiles and fabrics) and Cyril Colnik’s ironworks.

Milwaukee artist Gilbert joined the Villa Terrace is an artist in residence in March. "A Different Garden" is her first solo exhibition. Gilbert is an interdisciplinary artist whose practice explores design motifs, color and patterns found in natural environments. Gilbert’s work has been shown around the globe in exhibitions including the UMAO Festival, Videoholica and the International Festival of Movement on Screen.

"A Different Kind of Garden" will be on view June 8 through Sept. 24, 2023.

A free opening reception will be held at the Villa Terrace June 8 from 5-7 p.m with music and opening remarks. Complimentary snacks will be served. A cash bar will be on site. Members receive their first drink free.

Read the full press release here.

Related Programming:

  • Cyanotype Workshop
    • July 9, 2023 • Noon — 2 p.m.
  • Hammered Flower Art Workshop
    • July 30, 2023 • Noon — 2 p.m.
  • Plein Air Painting Workshop
    • Aug. 6, 2023 • Noon — 2 p.m.

Exhibition Events

8 Jun

"A Different Kind of Garden" Free Opening Reception

June 08, 2023 | 5:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.

Join us for a free reception to celebrate the opening of "A Different Kind of Garden" by Villa Artist in Residence Cat Gilbert.

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9 Jul

Cyanotype Workshop with Villa Artist Cat Gilbert

July 09, 2023 | 12:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m.

Make cyanotype prints with Villa Artist in Residence Cat Gilbert!

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30 Jul

Hammered Flower Art Workshop with Villa Artist Cat Gilbert

July 30, 2023 | 12:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m.

Learn and create hammered flower art with Villa Artist in Residence Cat Gilbert!

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6 Aug

Plein Air Painting with Villa Artist Cat Gilbert

August 06, 2023 – July 06, 2023 | 12:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m.

Paint in the garden with Villa Artist in Residence Cat Gilbert!

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