Dean Willie Reed Portrait Commission
Dean Willie Reed with Patrick Earl Hammie at Portrait Unveiling, Purdue University, June 2024
Lunch Break: Arts/Industry in Between
SHEBOYGAN John Michael Kohler Arts CenterSheboygan, WIJune 29 – May 4, 2025 This vibrant collection celebrates the remarkable partnerships and cooperative learning that flourish at the Kohler factory. The pieces on display primarily come from the Arts/Industry collections of JMKAC and Kohler Co., offering a unique glimpse into the creative synergy at play. The exhibition showcases contributions from a distinguished roster of artists, including Ann Agee, Michelle Grabner, Sarah Khan, Patrick Earl Hammie, Tom LaDousa, Jack Earl, Beth Lipman, Karen Massaro, Richard Notkin, Risa Puno, Nirmal Raja, David Ross Harper, Laurel Roth Hope, and Timea Tihanyi.
Mark Burstein Presidential Portrait Dedication
President Emeritus Mark Burstein Photo by Danny Damiani
Farewell, Men of Change
Romare Bearden Portrait_Patrick Earl Hammie
Oedipus Joins David C. Driskell Center Art Collection
This spring Oedipus joins the David C. Driskell Center’s Art Collection. The collection includes drawings, paintings, prints, mixed media, and sculptures, with works by artists such as Benny Andrews, Romare Bearden, Elizabeth Catlett, Aaron Douglas, David C. Driskell, Sam Gilliam, Jacob Lawrence, Keith Morrison, Faith Ringgold, Augusta Savage, William T. Williams, and Charles White. Many thanks to Executive Director Prof. Curlee Raven Holton and Deputy Director Dorit Yaron! It’s a great pleasure to join the collection.
Contact Joins JPMorgan Chase Collection
This fall Contact joins the JPMorgan Chase Art Collection. The Collection began in 1959 when David Rockefeller established the firm’s art program and took the lead in the field of corporate art collecting. Today it’s one of the oldest and largest corporate art collections in the world, focusing on modern and contemporary painting, sculpture, works on paper, and photography. Many thanks to Director and Chief Curator Lisa Erf! It’s a great pleasure to join such a storied collection.