For the 38th consecutive year, Monroe Arts Center will exhibit artwork entered in the Wisconsin Regional Arts Program (WRAP) Competition. Artwork will be on exhibit March 14, 2025 through May 24, 2025. This event is co-sponsored by the Monroe Arts Center and the Association of Wisconsin Artists and is open to non-professional artists (must be at least 18 years of age) living in Wisconsin or neighboring states.
Artists are encouraged to participate in the WRAP competitions and workshops held in various regions of Wisconsin throughout the year.
The State Award winners selected at the Monroe exhibit, along with all other 2024-2025 WRAP competition winners held throughout the Wisconsin, will be on display in September at a location yet to be determined. Additional awards and prizes will be given at this time.
Registration Begins: December 1, 2024
Entry and Payment Due: Saturday, February 1, 2025. (2 piece limit)
Artwork Due: Feb. 25 -March 7, 2025
Wrap Workshop
May 24, 2025
9:30 am – 12 noon at Monroe Arts Center
Guest Instructor: Bonnie Schetski
“I am captivated by the healing power of water. After experiencing major medical issues, I rediscovered the work of Dr. Emoto. His research observes how water crystals form after having positive affirmations and prayer spoken to them. Water has the ability to adapt and transform to all situations; from the change of seasons to altering its course along a river. For me, water is energizing and refreshing. I feel more alive when I’m able to sit by rushing water and observe the soothing sounds of its movement. My work encompasses scenes of water and the habitat that depend on it for survival.
“I enjoy working in layers, as this practice is similar to my observations of nature. I begin by taking the entire scene in through my visual sensors of sight, and then layer in sound, smell and tactile sensations. Then I take a deep dive to observe the little details that are oftentimes overlooked. It’s like a treasure hunt, examining how nature is formed. The goal, and hopes of my work is to create a quiet reflective space for the viewer to contemplate their own journey. A place designed to quiet their the mind and provide a sense of connectedness to nature and the Creator.”
-Bonnie Schetskit, Artist Statement
Workshop Details Coming Soon!
Gallery Exhibits have been supported by MAC Corporate Underwriter Colony Brands, Inc. and Season Media Underwriter Big Radio, with additional support from Lee & Chris Knuteson, David & Janeen Babler, Hans & Bobbie Bernet, David & Julie Buchanan, Deb Thompson, Chuck & Chris Wellington.
