Gallery Reserved - B.W.
2025-07-17 08:00 - 2025-07-28 17:00 (America/Chicago)

Gallery Reserved - Nick L: Opening Event 8/1
2025-07-30 08:00 - 2025-08-06 17:00

Tori's Trinkets 5 Year Anniversary 8/10 from 11am-3pm
2025-08-10

Gallery Reserved - K.M.
2025-08-17 08:00 - 2025-08-24 17:00

Gallery Reserved - Queer Madison Biennial
2025-09-05 08:00 - 2025-09-15 17:00
Queer Madison Biennial: Opening Reception on Friday, September 12, 5-8pm.

Gallery Event - @MFDave
2025-10-06 08:00 - 2025-10-12 17:00
Reception on Friday 10/10 from 5 – 10pm
Additional viewing hours on Saturday 10/11 from 11am – 4pm
Common Wealth Gallery – 100 S Baldwin St (3rd Floor)
Acclaimed Artist @MFDave to Exhibit Work in Madison
The Common Wealth Gallery is proud to announce Obvious Oblivious, a solo exhibition by Madison-born artist Dave Gutkowski, known as @MFDave. This exhibition marks a homecoming for the artist, whose recent cross-country journey has drawn significant attention from the art world. Through this body of work, Gutkowski reflects on themes of place, memory, and resilience, bringing a national perspective back to his hometown community.
Curated by Madison-based UW Professor of Art Faisal Abdu’Allah and Alan Chancellor, Program Leader of the Youth Justice Program, the obvious OBLIVIOUS show underscores the intersection of art and community service that defines Gutowski’s practice.
Gutkowski’s art is a dynamic fusion of abstract expressionism and the raw energy of graffiti and tattoo subcultures. His pieces, which range from traditional paper and canvas to unconventional surfaces, explode with bold lines, intricate textures, and a rebellious spirit drawn from city walls and human canvas. His recent cross-country journey, much like a modern-day pilgrimage to find balance, has directly inspired a new body of work that will be showcased at the event. This creative pilgrimage was fully funded by the sale of his art and a few paid mural commissions he completed along the way. The exhibition provides a unique opportunity for Madison audiences to witness the culmination of Gutkowski’s artistic quest.
While he has been on the road creating new art, he has also continued his practice of generously donating his artwork to communities in most major cities, believing in the power of art to enrich public spaces and connect people. Dr. Abdu’Allah’s states “Gutkowski’s practice reveals how art can serve as both mirror and catalyst—reflecting lived experiences while opening new possibilities for community, dialogue, and transformation. obvious OBLIVIOUS opens October 10, 2025
Private View: October 11, 2025 at 11am to 4pm
Venue: The Common Wealth Gallery, 100 South Baldwin, 3rd Floor, Madison, WI 53703

Gallery Reserved - Abbi Stickels
2025-10-13 08:00 - 2025-10-19 17:00
Abbi Stickels, Reception on Saturday 10/18 from 7 – 8pm.

Gallery Reserved - Bernie
2025-10-23 08:00 - 2025-10-25 17:00

Gallery Reserved - Amadou Kromah
2025-11-06 16:00 - 2025-11-07 21:00
Photo Exhibition by Amadou Kromah
Gallery Viewing Hours: Thursday 11/6 and Friday 11/7 from 4 – 9pm
Common Wealth Gallery (100 S Baldwin St) on the 3rd Floor

Gallery Reserved - L.T.
2025-11-19 08:00 - 2025-12-02 17:00
https://www.truemosaics.com/news/2025/4/new-workshop-in-madison-small-mural-elements-for-garden-home-stree

Gallery Reserved - WH
2025-12-03 08:00 - 2025-12-13 17:00

Gallery Reserved - CWD
2025-12-16 08:00 - 2025-12-17 17:00, 2026-05-06 08:00 - 17:00

Gallery Event - Ember Con
2026-01-07 00:00 - 2026-01-14 00:00
URL: www.emberconwi.com
When: January 9-11
Where: Madison Maker’s Studio, 100 S. Baldwin St. (3rd Floor)
Why: Raise funds for the National Fallen Firefighters Foundation (NFFF).
What: A Table Top Role Playing (TTRPG) event with 18 different games being played! A $20 badge gets you in the door, with 100% of the proceeds being donated to the NFFF.
Ember Con 2026

Gallery Exhibition - Lovesick Gallery by Velvet Rentals
2026-01-15 08:00 - 2026-01-29 17:00
Website: LOVESICK GALLERY — Velvet Rentals

An immersive wedding design showcase where art meets emotion.
Explore immersive art installations and inspired wedding vignettes curated by Velvet Rentals, with floral art by Atmospheric Floral and event coordination and styling by Miriam Events Co. Each space reimagines the modern celebration through creativity, texture, and bold emotion.
Event Schedule
Opening Night
Saturday January 17 | 6PM–8PM
Join us for an evening of live music, food, and community. Mingle with vendors, sip, savor, and explore the gallery as it transforms into an interactive lounge and photo-ready experience.
First Exhibition
Sunday January 18 | 10AM–4PM
Experience Las Vegas Lounge, il gioco dei photo ops, and the Sculptural Metallics Exhibition — three installations celebrating artful drama, playful contrast, and high-glam design. See below for a description of each exhibition.
Second Exhibition
Sunday January 25 | 10AM–4PM
Discover a fresh rotation of installations: Whimsical Quirky, Bread Maximalism, and Festa Italiana — a vibrant fusion of texture, culture, and joyful chaos. See below for a description of each exhibition.

Gallery Reserved - WAEA: Youth Art Month (SW Region)
2026-02-07 08:00 - 2026-02-15 17:00
Wisconsin Art Education Association: Youth Art Month (Southwest Region)
Exhibit: Feb. 9- 15, 2026
Location: Common Wealth Gallery 100 S. Baldwin St. Madison, W
Set Up: Feb. 7, 2026 from 10 am – 1 pm
-For those helping set-up, bring artwork and hammers/nails to hang the artwork or coordinate with Mandy.
Reception: Feb. 15, 2026 from 12-3 pm.
Take down: Feb. 15, 2026 immediately following reception.
Mail artwork by Feb. 2, 2026 to:
Mandy Zdrale
5702 Meadowood Dr.
Madison, 53711
More info: www.wiarted.org/youth-art-month.html

Gallery Exhibition - Same time tomorrow: a contemporary art exhibition
2026-03-01 08:00 - 2026-03-07 17:00
Artists: Arianna Bartlett, Raven Decorah, Makenna Kull, Thalia Powell, Lillian Ripberger, Madeleine Stoffel, Malee Thor, and Vivian Ye
Closing Reception: Friday, March 6, 6-8pm
Location: Common Wealth Gallery 100 S Baldwin St, Madison, WI
We are pleased to announce Same time tomorrow: a contemporary art exhibition, featuring a cohort of advanced Madison-based artists whose practices have developed through sustained studio engagement and collaborative exchange. Hosted at the Common Wealth Gallery, the exhibition reflects both individual inquiry and the shared commitment that emerges within a passionate studio community.
The title Same Time Tomorrow references a familiar phrase spoken at the end of long studio days. While simple, the expression signifies community, resilience, and an enduring dedication to the arts. It speaks to a collective ethos of returning day after day to the work, one’s practice and one another—a quiet testament to consistency and persistence that underlies creative growth.
This exhibition brings together works that incorporate painting, sculpture, ceramics, metal, neon, and mixed media forms, showcasing the depth and versatility of contemporary art practice. From delicately thrown vessels to experimental sculptural works, each artist presents a distinct interpretation of material and form, blending depth, curiosity, and raw imagination to explore the boundaries between function and expression.
Organized in collaboration with the UW–Madison Art Department and the Common Wealth Gallery, Same Time Tomorrow is open to the public. Guests are invited to attend a closing reception ceremony on Friday, March 6th from 6pm to 8pm. We encourage to dress formally for the occasion. Participating artists will be in attendance for brief individual statements and Q&A.
We’ll be here at the same time tomorrow. We hope to see you there!
More info online: Same time tomorrow: a contemporary art exhibition – UW ART

Gallery Exhibition - Friday the Furbteenth
2026-03-10 08:00 - 2026-03-21 17:00
Prepare yourself for Friday the Furbteenth:
M A R C H M A D N E S S
March 13th to March 20th a gathering of Madison and beyond most talented artists are joining in to celebrate to horrifying, stupid, and goofy nature of Furby’s. For the fourth year in a row we will be deliverIng unto ye, denizens of Dane County, a spectacle of art and performance the likes of which have never been experienced.
Join us on any of the following nights:
⛳️The Opening night event- March 13th from 6pm-10pm.
🐸 Saturday, March 14th from 11-8pm
🌴Sunday, March 15th from 11-4pm (including a special noontide celebration of 2070th anniversary of Julius Caesar’s assasinati0n.
🔫Tuesday March 17-19th from 5pm-8pm.
🧑🏽‍🎤Friday March 20th from 6-10pm for our Dark Closing Ritual where we send the Furbys back to the realm from whence they came!
See you at Common Wealth gallery at 100 S Baldwin street in March!

First Wave: Line Breaks Visual Art Exhibition
2026-03-22 08:00 - 2026-04-05 17:00
Line Breaks Visual Art Exhibition (March 23 – April 5, 2026): Held at the Common Wealth Gallery (100 S Baldwin St), this exhibition features selected 2D, 3D, and mixed-media works by current First Wave scholars.

Artists: Features work by Ahema Oforiwaa Odeng-Otu, Natalie Furtado, Navarre Iliff, Rayane Prudo Nunes, and Matthew Braunginn.
Reception: Wednesday, March 25, 2026, at 6:00 PM.

Gallery Event - An Egg Show
2026-04-06 08:00 - 2026-04-11 17:00
An Egg Show
Reception on Friday 4/10 from 5-7:30pm

Gallery Exhibition - Oracle
2026-04-12 08:00 - 2026-04-24 17:00

Gallery Exhibition - Here's to Hers
2026-04-25 08:00 - 2026-05-03 17:00
More information online: https://facebook.com/events/s/heres-2-hers/988932230462621/

Gallery Night Event - Friday May 8th
2026-05-04 08:00 - 2026-05-11 17:00
Common Wealth’s Gallery Night event, curated by Atwood Atelier, features figure paintings by Taylor Elkins, Gail Hutchinson, John Mix, and Bernie Tennis.
-Friday May 8th from 5 – 9pm
-Madison Enterprise Center
-100 S Baldwin St (3rd Floor)
Additional viewing hours on Saturday 5/9 and Sunday 5/10 from Noon – 4pm

Spring Gallery Night Event
2026-05-08 17:00 - 21:00
Common Wealth Development’s Spring Gallery Night Event
Common Wealth’s Gallery Night event, curated by Atwood Atelier, features figure paintings by Taylor Elkins, Gail Hutchinson, John Mix, and Bernie Tennis.
Friday May 8th from 5 – 9pm
Madison Enterprise Center
100 S Baldwin St (3rd Floor)
Additional viewing hours on Saturday 5/9 and Sunday 5/10 from Noon – 4pm

Gallery Exhibition - Paintings by Glenda Hodge
2026-05-21 08:00 - 2026-06-01 17:00
Viewing Hours of Paintings:
May 23, ‘26 (noon til 5 pm)
May 24, ‘26 (1 pm to 5 pm)
May 30, ‘26 (1 til 5 pm)
May 31, ‘25 (1 til 5 pm)
(or by appointment: glendahodgeart.com)
Glenda L. Hodge grew up in Madison, Wisconsin. Left for college as a violinist for Tucson AZ, followed with the Conservatory of Music in San Francisco. She then returned to Madison for her Visual Arts Degree. Having lived in different areas of the country, she currently resides in Wisconsin
Glenda works in three mediums: pencil, pastel and oil paint. She draws her inspiration from music, movement and the color of light.
Glenda grew up with a severely challenged autistic nonverbal musical sister, and from this closeness gained an understanding of communication, intelligence and emotions not commonly experienced. Her sister, Alisoun, resides in all her work and is the inspiration behind many pieces.
Glenda believes that, as is the case for all art, once she has created a piece, and it leaves her head, heart and hand, it becomes the experience, dream, or remembrance for the viewer. Most of Glenda’s work is nonrepresentational. In creating motion, light and music, she has discovered that the visitor brings their own vision of “what” her abstracts represent to them. A piece referencing a hike on her favorite lake trail is someone else’s remembrance of swinging on swings.
https://www.glendahodgeart.com/

Gallery Reserved - PI
2026-06-03 08:00 - 2026-06-23 17:00

Gallery Reserved - N.G.
2026-06-24 08:00 - 2026-06-29 17:00

Gallery Reserved - V.Y.
2026-07-08 08:00 - 2026-07-18 17:00

Gallery Reserved - RH
2026-07-19 08:00 - 2026-07-25 17:00

Gallery Reserved - L.S.
2026-07-26 08:00 - 2026-08-01 17:00
