Dancing with Cows: In Celebration of Schomer Lichtner

February 19 – March 31, 2005

On March 18, 2005, Milwaukee artist Schomer Lichtner will celebrate his 100th birthday! Known for his colorful depictions of ballerinas and cows, Lichtner is still actively engaged in creating art. The artists’ books, paper sculptures, and archival prints of his paintings will delight viewers with their whimsy, humor, and joy of life. A UW-Madison student from 1927-1930, Lichtner took classes from art historian Oscar Hagen, worked for Porter Butts at the Memorial Union art gallery, and even was acquainted with Frank Lloyd Wright. The exhibit at the Kohler Art Library ran from February 19-March 31, 2005.

Curated by Lyn Korenic and Rob Nurre.

Image:  work by artist Schomer Lichtner