by Randall Berndt | Nov 1, 2013 | Magazine Article
In his seminal book on landscape painting, Kenneth Clark writes that “we are surrounded with things which we have not made and which have a life and structure different from our own: trees, flowers, grasses, hills, clouds. For centuries they have inspired us with...
by Greg David, Jim Lorman, Ruth Olson, Anne Pryor, Robert Schulz, Jody Clowes | Apr 4, 2013 | Videos
As a part of the Vital Skills exhibition at the James Watrous Gallery, exhibitions manager Jody Clowes convenes a conversation about the importance and relevance of preserving traditional skills and the best means for passing them on. How are these skills being taught...
by Jean M. Lang | Nov 6, 2012 | Magazine Article
While the iconic image of an American family gathered around a radio console listening to a presidential speech, mystery thriller, or home gardening show seems like an old-fashioned notion, between the 1920s and 1960s radio was a central force in the entertainment and...
by Jennifer Smith | Nov 6, 2012 | Magazine Article
Madison Children’s Museum, just off the bustling Capitol Square downtown, is a frenzy of sights and sounds. On a typical day, young children squeal with delight as they explore exhibits and hands-on activities. Energy levels run high at the museum, and sometimes...
by Daniel John O'Neal | Oct 7, 2012 | Videos
Held at the James Watrous Gallery from August 31–October 14, 2012, About Seeing is an exploration of the fascinating differences in how we see. Through works of art, interactive demonstrations, and a series of public programs, this exhibition considers the physiology...
