CAG Member Gallery

Hello, My name is Johnna Minear. I moved to Saukville in 2019. I’ve been a photographer for the last 15 years, and have dabbled in painting for the last 6 years. I’m happy to be apart of the guild. Thank you.

I just love to paint!

I am a hobbyist landscape photographer. I strive to capture a story in an image. My current obsession is spaces where humans and the rest of nature interact.

Taking inspiration from the gardens I’ve slowly been developing, I’ve made a foray into sculpting with wire and beads to create unique floral sculptures that capture both the realistic aspects of different flower varieties and incorporate my own whimsical interpretation of natural components.

I work in a collage style of construction of fiber art elements blending a variety of fabrics, threads, & embellishments. I like to take seemingly disparate components to create a cohesive artpiece.

I'm intrigued by the interplay of color and light. Our perception of the world around us changes as a result of this pas de deux, a dance in constant motion even if an object is motionless. I hope my interpretations stir viewers to see there is always more to be taken in than an initial glance reveals.

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Seeing is an internal gift developed by life experience and given meaning through our emotions. To Dawn M Olson, color is an internal symphony, rich with the aura of spirituality. Nature holds the roots of Dawn's inspiration yet all of life's irridescent notes give it wings to break boundaries. The joy of creation is multiplied when Dawn finds another kindred spirit that shares this vision. World travel has stretched Dawn's plein air skills yet the processing manifests beyond painting when returning to the studio. All good art forms celebrate the elements of design in auditory, kinetic and visual delight. Together let's gather our artistic repertoire and enrich the world!

Mary Ellen is a representational oil painter capturing scenes from international travel and those closer to home. She enjoys color and perspective in an outdoor setting when working in plein air as well as in her studio.

Drawn to the detail of hand colored etchings, Mary Ellen also is a printmaker.

A few years ago, I went from the art of reading and discussing literature with students to the art of putting lines and paint on paper with artists. This has been a wonderful journey with supportive, talented friends.

An accomplished equine and sporting artist, Carrie feels there is something truly magical about the horse that creates a connection which teaches us the art of harmony, trust, and patience. There are few things more noble than a horse, or more heartbreaking than a horse. Through traditional oil media composed in a contemporary format, the goal is to capture and create a moment in time that relays the athlete, the hero, the partner, the work, the rest, the nobility, unaware in a "moment in time" that is the horse.

The world around us is a magnificently complex mixture of color, light, textures and shapes!

Everywhere you look, you'll find a universe of inspiration waiting to be discovered. My journey as a printmaker has been about capturing that complexity and inviting others to see the extraordinary within the ordinary.

For 16 years, I honed my craft alongside master artist Paul Yank, whose guidance taught me the nuances of printmaking and the boundless possibilities of this medium. With his mentorship, I developed my own personal style—a style that celebrates the richness of the world around us and challenges viewers to explore new perspectives.

Through my monoprints and collagraphs, I strive to create an enhanced reality. Each piece is a fusion of tones, hues, textures, and shadows that encourages you to see beyond the surface. My work isn’t just about creating art; it’s about sparking curiosity, stimulating imagination, and helping you uncover beauty in places you might not have noticed before.

When you view my work, I invite you to pause, look closely, and embark on an odyssey of discovery. Let the colors, textures, and layers guide you to fresh perspectives and deeper appreciation for the intricate world we inhabit. Enjoy your voyage through my galleries, and may you leave with your imagination stirred and your vision expanded.