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Artists and Exhibitions

A cut birch log with fine lines carved into it sits in front of a light blue painting. The painting has various shades of blue and white and resembles water rippling, a bird, or the sky, depending on the interpretation of the viewer.

"Afield": An exhibition by Linnea Ryshke

From the Artist: Afield is an exhibition of paintings, drawings and sculptures that center on the mysterious lives of other animals. Navigating the space between abstraction and representation, the exhibition creates a contemplative space to engage with questions about what it means to care for, and care about, the lives of other animals.

Afield will be open to viewing in Gallery 1308 at Union South from January 30th, 2026 through March 13th, 2026. The gallery is open from 8am - 10pm, Monday through Sunday. (with the exception of holiday/winter closures)

A multicolored gradient background with dark blue, teal, lilac, white, brown, yellow, pink, red, and purple all blending together. The WUD Art logo is shown in translucent white large in the center.

COMING SOON: 98th Annual Student Art Show

The Wisconsin Union Directorate Art Committee proudly presents the 98th Annual Student Art Show, featuring exclusively hand-selected works of University of Wisconsin-Madison students.

An opening reception will be held at the Class of 1925 Gallery and Main Gallery on the Second Floor of Memorial Union on February 6th from 5:00-7:00pm, with the announcement of awards at 6:00. Light refreshments will be provided!

The 98th Annual Student Art Show will be open to viewing in Class of 1925 Gallery and Main Gallery in Memorial Union from February 6th, 2026 through March 20th, 2026. The gallery is open from 8am - 10pm, Monday through Sunday. (with the exception of holiday/winter closures)