(* denotes this month's featured galleries)

* The Bohlin Gallery - 22 High Street - 608-987-5444
Special Exhibition: the colorful, competent paintings of Anne Von Ehr. Also on view: fine American traditional and contemporary arts and crafts, including weaving, pewter, jewelry, ceramics, paper products, and other hand-made objects, all carefully displayed in a wonderfully restored 1876 building.

Brewery Pottery Studio - 276 Shake Rag Street - 608-987-3669
On view: paintings by Pamela Callahan, Karen Fitzsimons, and Sandra Peterson. Also - kinetic sculptures by Glenn Donovan, and a full selection of hand-made pottery by Tom and Diana Johnston, along with carefully selected two- and three-dimensional works in many media by a huge number of regional artists.

Chestnut Hill Studio - at Howdle Studios, 225 Commerce Street - 608-987-3335
Featuring original watercolor paintings, prints and postcards by Jan Johnson, whose themes revolve around an intimate acquaintance with the world of plants. James Johnson works in acrylics and found material to create colorful abstract expressionist works for the modern taste.

Green Lantern Studios - 261 High Street - 608-987-2880
Special Exhibition: "Dream Messages: Drawings by Laura Chatterton" is a show of densely rendered colored pencil works whose themes and composition are spontaneously executed. Paintings by Richard Moninski, sculptures by Carole Spelic', and additional works by a select group of artists are on view in the "back room".

High Point Arts - 310 High Street - 608-987-3463
On view are many types of world textiles, ethnic art and artifact that include words and letters, collected or created by Jamie Ross. Take advantage of the space being open to the public on Gallery Night! Other times, the works are visible from the street through the storefront windows.

High Street Gallery - 33 High Street - 608-987-3701
This cooperative gallery features the work of its talented group of current members. Many media are represented, including ceramics, painting, fiber, jewelry, collage, photography, and mixed materials. Enjoy the intimate atmosphere of this historic 1800's space.

Howdle Studio - 225 Commerce Street - 608-987-3590
Visit the working studio and gallery showroom of sculptor Bruce Howdle. His loosely representational ceramics range from amusing yet functional mugs to three-dimensional sculptural creatures (such as birds, turtles and pigs) to full-wall sized relief murals.

Johnston Gallery - 245 High Street - 608-987-3787
Over 160 regional and nationally known artists create an extensive and thoughtfully chosen selection of ceramics, glass, photography, metal, jewelry, fiber wearables, household goods, and more in this well-established gallery.

La Bella Vita Fibre Gallery – 215 Commerce Street - 608-987-0300
Special Event: Fibre demonstrations, including spinning, by local artists all evening! Stop in to learn “how-to, and enjoy an eclectic collection of fibres, tools, supplies and accessories for the beginning or avid fibre artist, featuring local and fair trade products in a spectacular range of colors!

Longbranch Gallery - 203 Commerce Street - 608-987-4499
Longbranch showcases over 100 additional artisans, with an emphasis on rustic, folk, and fine art, including furniture, home décor, jewelry, body care products, textiles, paintings, sculptures, and a delightful assortment of affordable prints.

M. Studio & Gallery - 234 High Street - 608-987-2039
M. Studio displays fine art photography (both traditional and digital) by gallery owner Philip Mrozinski and other regional photographers. Full-scale wall works and postcards are available.

* Sirius Sunlight Glass Studio - 218 High Street - 608-987-2716
Enjoy a special candle-lit Gallery Night! Owners Jill Engels and Chuck Pound show their work in stained glass, mosaic, and hot glass techniques. You'll find window panels, stepping stones, marbles, bowls, glass ornaments and icicles, and Raven OKeefe’s charming little felted wildlife creations.

* The Spotted Dog Gallery - 148 High Street - 608-987-2855
New products introduced in time for holiday shopping include Baltic Amber jewelry, photographs by Bob Rivoire, and handmade candy from Oaks Chocolates. Also showcasing owner Ann Alderson Cabezas' sculpted glass bowls, and the fine creations of many American artists working in a wide range of materials.

The Spriggan Print Shop - 237 High Street - 608-987-3849
Artworks by master draftsman Charles Baker executed in a variety of print techniques including etching, engraving, and woodcut. Imagery ranges from portraiture in the realist tradition to imaginative fantasy.

Story Pottery - corner of Fountain & Commerce Streets - 608-987-2903
Always on view: functional bowls, vases, pitchers, and dinnerware with intriguing glazes by potter/owner Harriet Story, and Audrey Christie's unique cushions and hand-colored woodblock prints.

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