VERDANT DAYDREAM
MICHELLE SCHILLING
OPENING RECEPTION: Friday, June 19th, 5-9pm
June 19th, 2026- August 16th, 2026

Var Gallery is excited to announce the opening of Michelle Schilling's solo exhibition Verdant Daydream.​

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"Centered around ever-changing moments in nature, Verdant Daydream is a reverie of lush woodland foliage. Initially drawing inspiration from personal photographs of natural environments, this collection of mixed media paintings captures brief glimpses into reimagined earthy scenes. Rich colors and delicate brushstrokes work to convey a dreamlike sensation, which is complemented by the textured additions of paper, thread, and yarn. This sensory otherworldliness is mirrored in the flora itself, possessing its own innate qualities of complex beauty and mystery. Ultimately, these works are a deep reflection on vibrant landscapes—an invitation to slow down and notice the brief, magical moments unfolding in nature."

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Michelle Schilling is a Milwaukee-based mixed-media artist whose work is deeply rooted in the Midwestern landscape. After receiving her BFA in painting from the Milwaukee Institute of Art & Design in 2016, she began translating her regional explorations into nature-focused acrylic and mixed-media paintings. An artist with Var Gallery since 2017, Michelle has participated in various local exhibitions, including her 2020 solo show, Ethereal Garden, which was a collection of atmospheric paintings inspired by overgrown gardens. She remains dedicated to experimenting with new ways to convey the beauty and excitement of nature to those around her.