Wisconsin. The Art Show – Meet the Artists

Our anniversary show celebrating 15 years of Hatch Art House is up in the gallery for one more month.

15 years ago Tammy Schreiter (owner/curator) opened Hatch Art House’s doors for the first time on December 3rd, 2010. Over the years Hatch has showcased the work of well over 100 Wisconsin based artists, bringing art from all over the state to our gallery on Willy St.

As Tammy wrote in the first ever post on the Hatch website in December 2010, “Hatch will display a wide variety of artwork at a broad range of prices, offering something for everyone. Itโ€™s sure to be a vibrant space, full of fun, beautiful and unique hand-crafted items and fine art.”

We’ve stuck to our goal of creating a welcoming space where thereโ€™s something for everyone and art is local and accessible. And we couldn’t have done it without our artists. This show is a celebration of 15 years of Hatch Art House, our artists, and the great state we call home.

Here’s to 15 years of Hatch Art House!

Read more about participating artists below and stop in to see the show in person!

Molly Bandt | @bandtmolly

Madison, WI

Molly Bandt is a childrenโ€™s book author, illustrator, and painter who creates color-rich semi-abstract landscapes and images inspired by urban and natural environments. Working in both traditional and mixed media, she uses expressive shapes and layered hues to evoke mood, movement, and a sense of place.

“Capitol Glow” | acrylic on canvas

Jenny Blasen | @jennyblasen

Madison, WI

Jenny Blasen creates mugs, incense holders, yarn bowls, and more. Many of her pieces feature the shape of Wisconsin as well as various animal and floral patterns, all colored with rich glazes.

Long Tray

Paula DeStefanis | @pauladestefanis

Cedarburg & Woodboro, WI & Chester UK

My artwork pays tribute to the convergence of the past and present, the imagined and the tangible, the overlooked and the enduring. I am fascinated by the physical changes and the marks left by the passage of time in us and our environment.

“Wisconsin Fields” | acrylic, WI wood frame

Carmen Duran | @carmenduran_art

Green Bay, WI

My art is deeply inspired by the lush landscape and cool blue waters of the Midwest. As a Wisconsin native, I love to “get out there” with acrylic and other water soluble paints to create layers of vibrant color and playful textures, capturing what I see and feel, all while exploring the land and beauty in unexpected places. My art journey has brought me to a place of endless possibility and contentment, as my curiosity and creative life continue to evolve after more than 10 years of painting and mark making.

“Waiting for the Butterflies” | acrylic on canvas

Emily Marie Watercolors | @emilymariewatercolors

Madison, WI

These pieces were painted for the recently released book, ‘Just One Comfrey’ written by Wisconsin Food Forest. The book highlights edible plants that can grow in our WI climate. Wisconsin is a state of edible bounty!

“Nasturtium” | watercolor

Susan Fiebig | @slfiebig

From Fond Du Lac, WI, Susan Fiebig uses found objects in her collages, most often various book parts including spines, bindings, and pages. For this piece created for our Wisconsin show, she also incorporated a salvaged slide to frame her collage work.

“Seasons of Wisconsin: Summer” | slide collage

Michael Gustavson

Madison, WI

While some of Michael’s work showcased at Hatch is influenced by his background in architecture and depicts some specific Wisconsin locations, this piece shows off his more abstract style of painting.

“Wisconsin Landscape” | acrylic on paper

Lisa Hepburn | @hepburnceramics

Madison, WI

My ceramics are rooted in a clean, modern, functional aesthetic, with each piece made to feel intuitive and comfortable in the hand. I explore form and surface with intention, creating objects that are visually calm and satisfying to use. Through simplicity and thoughtful design, my work is meant for everyday use and quiet moments of connection.

Blue & Green Mug

Hijinx Mixed Media | @hijinx.mixed

McFarland, WI

Iโ€™m an independent artist skilled in a variety of media. I specialize in illustration, printmaking, and fiber art. I love to use humor in my art to not only bring joy and laughter, but to also tackle hard-to-talk-about subjects such as otherness, body positivity, and mental health.

“I Fart Wisconsin” | marker & watercolor

Cynthia Hoffman

Fitchburg, WI

Handmade “Whimsy Jars” featuring a badger on top. Wisconsin means home! I you want to be a badger, just come along with me!

Badger Jar

Mel Kolstad | @melkolstadart

Fond du Lac, WI

Mel Kolstad is an artist, speaker, instructor and arts advocate. She is a printmaker, collagist, dyer, and papermaker, specializing in artwork relating to the forest and wooded spaces.

“Spring” | stitched mixed media collage

Nicci Martin | @martinnicci

Omro, WI

I love color, pattern, and flowers the most. Snark and swear words are my second loves. My artwork is like a sweet little girl who turns into a sailor with a filthy mouth.

“Ope! Cripes!” | mixed media on wood

Jody Monochrome | @jody_monochrome

Stevens Point, WI

I am a monochrome artist who works in ink, watercolor, and Linocut printmaking. My work focuses on imagery which provides a coping mechanism for painful chronic health conditions and my fears of death and disability. The animals and plants in my work are symbolic of how nature can be a source of escape and healing.

“Red Fox & Coneflowers” | pen and watercolor

Ninjagrl | @ninjagrl

Madison, WI

Ninjagrl and Turtle are still figuring out life.

“up north” | acrylic on wood

Lauren Ann Paul | @laurenannpaul

Madison, WI

These pieces are meditations and talismans (if you like) to remind and prompt us to keep a deep connection with self. With the hope we might show up for others, our community, the world more authentically ourselves. With more passion, joy and light to share.

“Present Moment is Peaceful” | mixed media

Wilbur Ross | @willbuckross

Madison, WI

I take great inspiration from the world around us, namely that of nature and the details within it. I enjoy capturing the feeling of appreciation and wonder that the world can evoke, especially in small, every-day ways.

“WI Summer” | wet & needle felted wool

Tammy Schreiter | @hatcharthouse

Madison, WI

Tammy is Hatch’s owner & curator and an artist too!

“Sunday Drive” | watercolor

Jay Solwold

Madison, WI

I put natural and human made objects that Iโ€™ve found or been given together in my assemblages. I try to make combinations of different things that create something interesting and amusing. I think the whole is greater than the sum of its parts.

“Wisconsin State Bird: Robin” | found objects on wood

Stacey Stewartson | @staceystewartson.artist

Milwaukee, WI

My work is an exploration in the arrangement of color and pattern by exclusively using 1 inch leather triangles to construct each composition. The triangles are made with 100% genuine leather that is procured from upcycled and new sources. This simple framework for creating continues to yield new ideas and inspires me daily!

“Simple Things” | salvaged leather collage

Mark Viser | @mev_art

Madison, WI

I focus on oils and watercolors and aim to explore the intersection between nature and cities. Madison lends itself particularly well to my style, and since moving here in 2022, I have loved looking for new corners and side streets to portray.

“Concert on the Square” | oil on canvas

Wisconsin – the Art Show is up for viewing now through March 15th, 2026.

Hatch & Hazel Featured in Brava Magazine

Hatch & Hazel’s owner/curator Tammy Schreiter was interviewed by Brava magazine last month for theirย local gift shop featureย in the latest edition.

Thank you to Brava for the feature! Read more here or pick up a free copy of the November/December edition at Hatch & Hazel!

Artists At Work – Meet our Employee Artists!

Artists at Work 2025 is our third year hosting a show highlighting our employee artists. We’ve showcased some amazing employee artists and this year is no different!

AAW 2025 features the work of Tammy Schreiter, Erin Kessler, Anna Koehne, Maeve Krause, and Wilbur Ross. Keep reading to learn more about us, in our own words!

And be sure to stop in to view the show during its run for the month of May, with an Artist Reception hosted on Spring Gallery Night, Friday May 16th from 5-9pm.


Tammy Schreiter | Owner/Curator

Art was my sanctuary growing up, and after college, I realized I was looking for a purpose, not just a job. I dreamed of a welcoming environment that supported local artists and made art accessible to everyone, leading to the creation of Hatch Art House. Opening Hatch was a leap of faith, but it was when I realized I had found my purpose. Every day, I get to work with talented artists, connect with the community, and see the impact that art can have on peopleโ€™s lives. Looking back, I see that my purpose was always there, waiting to be discovered. It just took time, reflection, and the courage to follow my passion.

Follow Tammy (@hatcharthouse):


Erin Kessler | Assistant Manager

I grew up in the Twin Cities/northwestern Wisconsin spending most of my time exploring the woods and nearby parks and thatโ€™s where my deep love for the outdoors began. After a few years in Chicago for college where I minored in Studio Art, I moved back to Wisconsin to be able to spend more time outside and focus on my art. 

I illustrate gardens, plants, and landscapes, and sometimes ghosts, in watercolor and gouache. All of my work is heavily inspired by nature and the joy I get from wandering around outside. My favorite thing about making art is trying to find and highlight the wonder in simple scenes.   

Follow Erin (@erkessdesigns):


Anna Koehne | Gallery Assistant

Our next employee artist feature is Anna Koehne! Anna is one of our trusty gallery assistants, and she creates intricate abstract drawings in ink on paper. Artists at Work showcases a number of her detailed drawings, available as originals and framed prints. Anna doesnโ€™t often get time to make art, but when she does she creates beautifully atmospheric pieces using just black ink and simple lines. 

Follow Anna (@an_ko_art):


Maeve Krause | Gallery Assistant

Maeve Krause is another one of our wonderful Gallery Assistants and the jewelry artist behind Blooming Buds Jewelry. Maeve creates unique pieces made with dried flowers and resin, paired with brass accents and glass beads. Each pair of earrings is unique and makes a fantastic addition to your jewelry collection. Maeve will be showcasing a selection of new jewelry for Artists at Work.

Follow Maeve (@bloomingbudsjewelry):


Wilbur Ross | Gallery Assistant

Animals and nature have always been a common theme in my art, but I didnโ€™t truly begin to understand the depths of it until I studied them from life in my scientific illustration courses in college. Thereโ€™s always so much to look at, even in the most minute of details, and I enjoy trying to capture that life in my work.

I love working with unexpected colors, layering and mixing my mediums to create a richness and depth that evokes feeling rather than complete accuracy.  For me, art is about the process, not the end product.  My sketch lines are just as important as the final brush stroke, which is why you’ll find early guide lines or unclean edges in some of my pieces.  My goal is to bring the viewer into the art with me, and hope that they experience the same awe and wonder as I did during its creation.  My hope is to bring more acknowledgement of nature in such an urban world.

Follow Wilbur (@willbuckross):


Join us for Gallery Night and celebrate with our employee artists!

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