Tag Archives: birds in art

A Family Tradition

Posted on January 15, 2025
My father’s side of the family has always been close because of a shared love for my grandparents, one of whom I never met. Although my grandpa George passed away before I was born, I inherited from him a love for something that has helped me stay close with my cousins, aunts, and uncles through the years—bonding over the University of Notre Dame.

Searching for Buried Treasure and Good Times!

Posted on December 04, 2024
I assumed a trip to a pirate museum with my nephew would be a normal visit to a children’s museum, so I was excited to watch my Jake the pirate fanatic nephew’s reaction to all the swash buckling and sword fighting fun a toddler could handle. Little did I know, I would be the one having to be dragged out kicking and screaming because I didn’t want to leave.

Digging a Little Deeper

Posted on October 09, 2024
While it’s easy to see the artistry and craftsmanship implemented by the "Birds in Art" artists while strolling through the exhibition, sometimes a closer look helps the viewer understand what an artist or artwork is all about. The Museum’s YouTube series “Artist Voices” is a great way to dig a little deeper into the world of "Birds in Art."

Baby’s First Birds in Art

Posted on October 02, 2024
Art appreciation is high on my list of values. It is very important to hit the ground running sharing this value when you yourself are a mother, an artist, and work at an art museum.

The Pelican De-Brief

Posted on September 11, 2024
The Birds in Art 2024 opening experience was a tremendous success.

Ready, Set, GLASS BOX!

Posted on August 20, 2024
Birds in Art opening weekend is one of the best times of year to visit the Woodson Art Museum. This year we are excited to offer even more opportunities for the public to enjoy a weekend full of festivities through hands-on art making sessions led by staff and artists at the Glass Box Studio.

A Rewarding Challenge

Posted on July 03, 2024
The summer months are a busy time at the Woodson Art Museum as we gear up for another Birds in Art opening. The entire Museum staff has been working hard to make sure that this year’s exhibit, opening weekend, and accompanying programs are something everyone can enjoy and be proud of.

Submitting Season

Posted on March 20, 2024
Artists face deadlines year-round. From my observation, this time of year brings on the “submitting season.” Artists and art enthusiasts alike can’t miss the open calls.

A Picture-Perfect Finish

Posted on November 15, 2023
What signs signal that it's the time to draw a story to a close? When is a composition finished? Explore how these 'endings' feature in the upcoming exhibition From Concept to Canvas: The Artistic Process, opening December 9.

We See You, Out There, Attending

Posted on November 01, 2023
Lately, the Woodson Art Museum galleries have been hopping with visitors from school groups looking to enrich their education with art opportunities to friends making their annual pilgrimage to Wausau to see this year’s edition of Birds in Art and maybe peek at our beautiful fall coloring.