Christ Church exhibitions are intended to enrich the community, and to provoke dialogue about the function of art in cultural, religious and daily life. Displays throughout the year range from the work of
professional artists to shared items brought in by church members. The Undercroft Gallery is below the main church in the Augustine Fellowship Center. Use the 9th Street entrance and take the elevator or stairway down.

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Exhibitions are planned and installed by a committee of parish volunteers. We’d love to hear your
suggestions for shows. Artists from the parish and the region are welcome to submit work for consideration in the gallery schedule.

 

Please prepare 5 to 10 good quality images of the artwork with a brief statement (1 to 3 paragraphs)
about the work. Email exhibition proposals to Jennifer Williams at annejennx@gmail.com.
The gallery committee will review proposals. 

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I have created my own visual language in the form of linear symbols. Modern hieroglyphs that only I can decode – this visual noise simulates TV static, but more alive, more meaningful. 

 

I toe the line between art and craft – functional and sculptural forms to be used in everyday life. I use painting and carving techniques on ceramic vessels, as well as printing on paper and fabric to convey these messages. I love the physicality of all my methods used to create these forms; allowing my hands to take over turning art into an out of body experience. I aim to tell each viewer a story of love, laughter, and fun.

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          Artist Biography                               

 

Allie Norgord  grew up in Madison, WI where they have been surrounded by craft and functional artworks for their entire life. Their biggest influence on their art is their mother – Helen Wasylyk – who has encouraged art and creativity through example. Allie grew up attending craft fairs with her, dipping their toe into the world of becoming an artist. 

 

When Allie is not spending their time in the studio, they are working as a pastry chef, spending their time cooking for themself, friends, and family during weekly pasta parties. They are highly influenced by being able to fill a space with lines and shapes as well as functional works of art that you choose to spend time with every day. Their main goal is to have fun with life and convey that message to the viewer through art.

 

To see Allie's work up close, visit the Undercroft Gallery at Christ Church on Sundays at 8 a.m. or 10:30 a.m. or during the noon lunch on Thursdays. Use the 9th Street entrance and take the stairs or elevator to the Undercroft. 

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You can meet Allie during a reception to be announced very soon.
Plan to join us at 9th and Main in La Crosse when we celebrate Allie's work with refreshments and fellowship.