Meet Our Artists

We invite you to come to ODONATA to view Mitchell's gorgeously framed large mood expressing nature photos and Laureen's clever whimsical paintings. Also explore an awesome display of pottery from functional to decorative.

Mary weaves intricate designs on her unique hand-jacquard loom and creates complex colorful weavings, wall hangings, and feltings. Also featured are Hazel Eye Textiles, naturally dyed, painted apparel and homewares. Weaving demonstrations.

Hand‐carved and hand‐painted decorative duck decoys and fish spearing decoys and other smaller wooden items and gifts. I am self‐taught, and have been carving for approximately 30 years. Now retired, my "hobby" has become my main focus in life.

Visit the quaint gallery that is located in the middle of downtown Boulder Junction that features the many different styles of Arlene’s handcrafted stoneware pottery. Stop in and see Arlene's newest clay technique: mono-printing on mugs and plates.

Moondeer & Friends Gallery features contemporary fine art & craft, books by local authors & illustrators, cards and many smaller gift items as well as professional custom framing by Susan Miller. It is the primary outlet for the work of Sara Muender.

The Wisconsin Northwoods has put me under a spell. I see a grove of birch trees, reflections from a kayak, or a puddle in the road, and I am moved to paint.

BK Photography is a quaint studio built in the shadow of an active bald eagle’s nest on Wild Rice Lake. My photography is a heart-felt process developed from a life-long love affair with the land and people of Manitowish Waters.

Enjoy viewing my presentation of the beautiful Northwoods as if you are actually there in person. Over 75 photos on display for your viewing pleasure that showcase the beauty of nature.

Gathered and found materials used in unconventional ways by unconventional artists. Bark creations; paintings in encaustic and other media; basketry vessels; millinery embellishments; beadwork; full moon jewelry.

On the 2024 tour, we invite you to wander through our gardens and see the sculptures we have made. We also have a labyrinth, and an island garden with a pond and river. UNIQUE GARDEN ART, UNUSUAL INDOOR SCULPTURES, and functional stoneware.

"We want to thank you both for your generosity of time and hospitality...It is truly a wonderful experience coming to your home and spending time with you...I am addicted to your artwork..."

Chainsaw-carved sculptures of Northwoods wildlife. Workshop and outdoor display areas. View carvings in all stages of completion with demonstrations daily during the tour.

Whimsical, small batch pottery and ceramics. View work in various stages of completion along with a process video. I create a wide array of pottery and ceramics using many techniques and styles.

Lagenaria, or hard-shelled gourds, are the gourds that I craft and sell. These become vessels, lamps, baskets, drums, planters, maracas, birdhouses, and other items limited only by the imagination of the artist.

Internationally exhibited Christine Alfery will be working in her studio on several paintings, sharing the stories behind her work, and guiding guests through her creative process during the North Wood's Art Tour.

See pottery created daily at the studio!. Wheel-thrown stoneware and porcelain, mostly functional tableware including casseroles, cups, jars, and more for daily and decorative use. Handmade knitwear.

Phyllis is passionate about color, which abounds in her hand-knit hats and handwoven scarves. David’s passion is to reveal nature’s art in the Northwoods, using a wide variety of styles to create fine art photography of the Deep North.

See demos daily of socks being made on 100-year-old WWI and WWII sock machines. Socks, fingerless gloves, scarves, and headbands, along with other local art are on display in the gallery.

Living in the peaceful backwoods of Tomahawk where large oaks welcome guests on a journey to original artistic creations has inspired images that appear on Lisa’s canvas in many forms, from vibrant colors to soft and subtle hues.

Perched atop a ledge overlooking a native trout stream, Swallow Haven Studio abounds with the beauty of the Northwoods, featuring landscapes and animal pastels inside, and breathtaking scenery outside.

Located on the side of Irma hill, The Chapel Art Gallery will open its doors for the 2024 Northwoods Art Tour. Along with permanent art work displayed behind the red doors, functional and decorative wheel-thrown pottery will also be available.

A nod to the artists’ beloved former home of Fishtown (Philadelphia, PA), Memphis and Palmer Arts melds the morbid beauties of urban grit with rustic rural northern Wisconsin.

Unique jewelry designs in silver, gold, and copper wire combined with gemstones and more. Worth the trip to Rhinelander to see Betty's eye-catching and intricate jewelry creations. "What fun designs!" "...carries lovely positive energy."

I would describe my pottery as fine art with an everyday purpose — a marriage of function and expression with a nod to the natural world. I use inspiration from my surroundings and a variety of clay techniques to create one-of-a-kind pieces.

Converging art and music, where vintage vinyl records undergo a transformation into vibrant, colorful artwork. Immerse yourself in the world of dot art, where each carefully placed dot tells a story.

A rustic studio filled with functional stoneware, primitive smoke-fired pottery, tile creations, woodcuts, and monotypes. My 7 x 10 foot tile mural is now completed.

*** Tour in July Only ***
Come visit my studio and see where inspiration and imagination become reality. My work is the result of the collaboration between the natural and repurposed materials I work with and the creativity they inspire within me.

Working on four looms in her Winchester studio, Sheri Smith draws on more than 40 years of experience in a variety of weaving techniques to create her scarves, wraps, jackets and ponchos. AUTUMN TOUR ONLY

Functional and decorative wheel thrown and hand-built pottery with a North Wood's theme.

40th & Plum Jewelry is a unique jewelry studio that specializes in creating beautiful sterling silver pieces. Many pieces feature a variety of unique stones and stone inlay. The natural beauty of my surroundings is a constant source of inspiration.

My functional handmade pottery is mostly wheel thrown. The pottery is decorated with colorful intricate line patterns that reflect my European heritage and the forest I live and work in.

Sarah creates jewelry using natural stones, glass, beads, and vintage upcycled pieces. Janice creates handwovens inspired by her Norwegian heritage.

Woodesign is a hearty workshop that aims to take custom designs and craft functional artwork that lasts a lifetime. From rustic bars and mantles, to eclectic tables and home decor, works of fine craftsmanship are designed with you in mind.

Experience life scenes depicted in vibrant colors through wall art and paintings. Come admire Wendy's interpreted and realistic designs. Consider Steve's wood turned pieces as an added bonus.

Take a step back into time and see the elaborately carved period furniture pieces that I build. These are museum classics dating from the 16th to 19th centuries and are heirloom replicas from the past.

My furniture is functional in its design and beautiful as well. I characterize my designs as either ‘Classic’,' Mission Style, or ‘Cabin Rustic.'