Milwaukee

Towards the end of August, John and I spent a night and a day in Milwaukee to track down some of John's old haunts. John used to live in Wisconsin prior to moving to New York where I met him. We had been trying to visit Milwaukee together since we moved to Chicago and we were glad to finally have gotten the opportunity in the summer. Some of the places we visited included the Public Market, Colectivo Coffee, the location we went to is housed in an old water pump station, the Villa Terrace Decorative Arts Museum, City Hall, and a wonderful old-world German restaurant called Mader's Restaurant. We had a really good time and ate some good food on our short but fun-filled trip. We're look forward to returning again sometime soon. 

Exhibition Reception

Last Saturday, August 6, was my exhibition opening Made Manifest at the Oak Park Public Library. The weather was good, not too hot, and setting up for it was very easy. Several friends, co-workers, and family members showed up to take a look at my pieces on view. My sister Heidi and her husband Jeff came in from Arlington, VA, and my good friends Ryan and Xuan, completely surprised me and also came from Virginia. My new neighbors Paul and Deon came, as well as my in-laws Roger and Ann, who came down from Wisconsin.

I would like to thank everyone who was able to come and support me, as well as all the people who sent me messages and words on encouragement with my exhibition. I consider myself very lucky and I am thrilled to be so supported and encouraged.

The exhibition is on view now until the end of August. Below are photos from the opening taken by friends, family, and myself.