Art

CHRISTENSEN FAMILY ART GALLERY

The Christensen Family Art Gallery offers 120 linear feet of exhibit space in the Middleton Public Library. It is the Library’s goal to present a diverse Middleton community with artwork and exhibitions that reflect a wide range of views, expressions, interests, and mediums. The annual Call for Art opens in late summer. Contact rlight@midlibrary.org to be added to the notification email list.

CURRENLY ON EXHIBIT THROUGH MARCH 2024

Artist's Statement: James Ackerman

Biography
James Ackerman was born in Berwyn, Illinois. With a career spanning three decades, Ackerman has exhibited in Chicago and Oak Park as well as Madison. He attended Madison College where he studied Photography. He is currently a member of the Madison Art Guild. He lives and works in Middleton, WI.
Statement
As an abstract artist, I examine the interaction of lines, shapes and colors. I strive to create bright, bold compositions that inspire hope and encourage perseverance. My paintings usually begin spontaneously, with a general idea or color combination. I then add and subtract the different elements until they evolve into a more definite cohesion. Kandinsky and Pollock strongly influence me, as does Chuck Hipsher, with his use of broad strokes and splatters of vibrant colors.

Some pieces are available for purchase.Contact the artist at:
608-751-3472
Jamesackerman2020@gmail.com
ackermanpaintings.com