Current Events & Exhibitions

Artesa Gallery
Located at the RAD – Rivoli Art District
123 4th St N, La Crosse, WI 54601
📧 contact@artesagallery.org

Featured Artists

The Women In Arts and Sports Exhibition highlights the work of accomplished portrait artists who bring the human presence to life through direct observation and expressive brushwork.

Marianne Rice
A classically inspired oil painter known for her luminous, lifelike portraits created alla prima.
www.mariannericefineart.com

Sandra Albers
Visual artist and gallerist blending contemporary expression with traditional techniques in painting and portraiture.
www.sandraalbers.com

Special Guests:

  • Artist Sarah Gillert (life session) – She will also be sharing and displaying some of her artwork at Artesã Gallery.

  • Model/Athlete: Terra Stuttley

We are part of The RAD

Artesã Gallery is proud to be part of the Rivoli Art District (RAD) in La Crosse, a vibrant community of local photographers, designers, painters, and other talented creatives. Surrounded by inspiring artists, Artesã contributes to a shared vision of using art to strengthen and beautify the community. The RAD also hosts free public art events and experiences throughout the year, welcoming everyone to engage with and enjoy the local art scene.

Events

  • Open Studio at Artesã

    Our Open Studio is a chance to meet the artists, see works in progress, and explore a curated selection of paintings, sculpture, and photography in an intimate setting. We’re currently open by appointment or during special events.

    Want to visit us? Feel free to reach out. We’d love to host you!

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  • Private Tours (Current Exhibition)

    We’re currently featuring works by Marianne Rice and Sandra Albers, highlighting classical portraiture and contemporary approaches. These exhibitions celebrate the beauty of the human form and invite quiet reflection.

    Interested in a visit?
    We’d love to host you—see below for more details.

    Interested!

  • Life Drawing Sessions (This is a RAD event)

    Join us for Life Drawing Sessions at RAD, held twice a month at 123 4th St N, La Crosse, WI. These welcoming, non-instructional sessions are open to artists 18+ of all skill levels. Just bring your own materials. Drop in or reach out for more info. https://www.therad.art/events

    We’d love to have you!

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