The Bohrer Gallery

Bohrer Gallery

Dates for Our 2024 Season!

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The Bohrer Gallery's 2024 show season is coming up! We are very excited to be in our 8th Year, so please mark your calendars!

Fine Art at the Magnolia - Fine Art Show
Showcasing 19 fine artists and craftsmen!
August 17 and 18, 2024
Magnolia Building
702 E. Orange Street, Lakeland, Florida
Saturday (10am - 5pm) and Sunday (10am - 4pm)

4 Squared Makers - "Metamorphosis"
(4 x 4) small works art show!
October 10 - November 22, 2024
Mulberry Cultural Center
103 E. First Street, Mulberry, Florida

Become a Patron

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Bohrer Gallery's annual creative projects -- including Fine Art at the Magnolia, its scholarship, 4 Squared Makers, the The Florida Arts Journal, and our One Wall Artist Exhibit and Grant program -- would all not be possible without the generous support of those who share our vision of preserving the vitality of the working artists in our communities. Please consider joining our growing circle of patrons by becoming one of our essential annual contributors for 2024. Thank you for supporting the fine arts!

- Patronage: Contemporary Level
- Patronage: Modernist Level
- Patronage: Renaissance Level
- Patronage: Romantic Level

Artists

Lakeland, Florida

Here's a selection of artists who have exhibited in past Bohrer Gallery shows. Click any work to view that artist's portfolio and contacts, or refresh this page for a new selection!

- X's and O's
  by Kate Carney
- Moon Shell Pendant
  by Barbara Umbel
- Cup 2023 3
  by Andrew Coombs
- Ridley Turtle
  by Betsy Bohrer
- Growing Ivy
  by Caroline Adams
- Prudence
  by Marilyn Rackelman
- Horizon
  by Larry Maynard
- The Quick Escape
  by Sherri Myers Wray
- Obinrin Alagbara
  by Todd K. Fox
- Triple Flame pot
  by John Kellum
- Freya (Norse)
  by Alice Absolutely
- Brooklyn
  by Patricia Kluwe Derderian
- They Are Precious in His Sight
  by Kelley Batson-Howard
- Merlin
  by Lynn Rattray
- 'Round The World figure 8
  by Carol Ferony
- Metal and Paint
  by Laurel Chatham
- Small River Rock
  by Paul LaMontagne
- Space Requisition
  by Bruce Ferguson
- Peacock Rose
  by Marilyn Vaillancourt
- Drama
  by Patricia Gardner Pope
- June
  by Susan Currier
- Wisdom
  by Diane V. Radel
- Pink Sprinkler
  by Margaret Baker
- Purple Conflower
  by Jenny Bleackley
- Day in the Sun
  by John Jacopelle
- Threads 1
  by Rita McIntyre
- Stacked Totem 2
  by Bill and Jon Slade (Slade Glass)
- Untitled 4
  by Keri Ippolito
- Seeds of Life 2
  by Tammy Archer
- Middle East Collection
  by Denise Settles
- Transitive
  by Dominice Gilbert
- Untitled 1
  by Paul O'Neill

About Bohrer Gallery

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Founded in 2017 by Betsy Bohrer and her family, The Bohrer Gallery LLC is a privately owned small creative arts business providing scholarships, grants and exhibition opportunities aimed directly at supporting the working artists of Florida.

Our signature annual event, Fine Art at the Magnolia, is a prestigious exhibit held every August at the Magnolia Building in downtown Lakeland. It showcases 19 highly accomplished artists and craftsmen from across the state in a variety of media and awards a "Rising Star Scholarship" to college bound art students! We also produce 4 Squared Makers, which encourages artists of all skill levels to participate in themed small-works art shows. Our "One Wall" shows provide artists with exhibit opportunities and a hardship grant program. We also produce the "Florida Arts Journal", which publishes interviews and profiles of artists from across Florida. This site also doubles as a exhibit space, and you will find virtual fine art shows here, too.

The Bohrer Gallery is honored to be 100% supported by the community it serves. This includes a Co-Sponsorship with the City of Lakeland, Parks, Recreation and Cultural Arts Department; an endorsement by Dr. Alexander Rich of the Polk Museum of Art; and all the generous support from our wonderful patrons. The involvement of the community and our exhibiting artists -- all together -- show our collective belief in the importance of preserving and promoting the fine arts! This plays a crucial role in the success of the Bohrer Gallery's events and mission.

Please consider becoming a supporting patron -- review our support levels in the "Become a Patron" section of this page. Explore our website to learn more about our awesome creative projects and artists or by contacting Betsy Bohrer directly by email: betsy@thebohrergallery.com.

Events

Lakeland, Florida

Bohrer Gallery hosts a mix of in-person and virtual events every year, here is a list of the events we have hosted since this site began in 2020. Click a tile below to view beautiful artwork and to learn how to contact the artists from that event. New events will be posted here as they occur.

- FAM2023
- 4SM23
- 4SM22
- FAM2020
- OneWall2022
- FAM2021
- Winter2020
- FAM2022
- Spring2021

Journal

Lakeland, Florida

We are excited to introduce our newest addition to Bohrer Gallery: the Florida Arts Journal. The Journal offers a glimpse into the Florida arts scene by publishing interviews and profiles of notable local artists -- their life stories and their creative developments. These articles are available as a newsletter, you can request to join by contacting Betsy on facebook.

- Beth Garcia on Learning, Play, and Becoming an Adult
- Bruce Ferguson on Dance, Negative Space, and Florida's Vanishing Wetlands
- Julie Latayan Puts Herself on the Pedestal
- Barbara Umbel on Color, Teamwork, and Making it all Sing
- Margaret Baker on the Untold Stories of Everyday Life
- This Year's One Wall Grant Recipient: the Fort Myers Beach Art Association!
- Dominice Gilbert on Zen, Childhood, and the Moment of Self Discovery
- Todd Fox on Leadership, Cultural Dialogue, and the Healing Power of Art
- Harlow Manning on Trying new Things, School, and Growing Up in an Art Family
- Joyce Curvin on Joy, Connection, and Paper Mache
- John Williams on his family's tradition of carpentry
- Leslie Peebles on Children's Books, Vedic Legend, and the Soulful Handcrafts
- Stephen Koury on Safari, the Zone, and New Beginnings
- John Kellum on Finding your Center, Trying new Things, and Throwing Pizzas
- Whitney Powell on Patience, Serendipity, and her Love of the Outdoors
- Deb Holliday on Simplicity, Caregiving, and the Overarching World of Nature

The Bohrer Gallery

Betsy Bohrer, Founder and Curator.
Zach Weatherby, Web, Journal, and Accounts.
Zoe Alexander, Film and Media Director.
Ridley Aligerum, Marketing and Graphic Design.

With gratitude to the City of Lakeland department of Parks and Recreation, the Polk Museum of Art, the Polk Arts and Cultural Alliance, and all of our artists, patrons, and guests.

- Patronage: Contemporary Level
  Patronage, 2024.
  Purchase for $2000
  
  Become a Patron. Email • Facebook • Lakeland, Florida. Includes a two-page spread ad in our annual Fine Art at the Magnolia show program. Also includes prominent recognition on facebook, social media, and print materials for all shows in the 2024 season, including Munn Park banners. Includes $1,000 in vouchers redeemable at FAM 2024.
- Patronage: Modernist Level
  Patronage, 2024.
  Purchase for $1000
  
  Become a Patron. Email • Facebook • Lakeland, Florida. Includes a full-page advertisement in our annual Fine Art at the Magnolia show program, as well as representation on our website and our social media for all shows in the 2024 season. Your logo will be included in all print marketing for FAM. Includes $500 in vouchers redeemable at FAM 2024.
- Patronage: Renaissance Level
  Patronage, 2024.
  Purchase for $250
  
  Become a Patron. Email • Facebook • Lakeland, Florida. Includes recognition by name in our annual Fine Art at the Magnolia show program, as well as recognition on our website and social media for all shows in the 2024 season. Includes a $125 voucher redeemable at FAM 2024.
- Patronage: Romantic Level
  Patronage, 2024.
  Purchase for $500
  
  Become a Patron. Email • Facebook • Lakeland, Florida. Includes a half-page ad in our annual Fine Art at the Magnolia show program, as well as representation on our website and our social media for all shows in the 2024 season. Includes $250 in vouchers redeemable at FAM 2024.

- X's and O's
  Painting, 2020.
  
  Artists. Lakeland, Florida. oil on canvas (30" x 40")
- Moon Shell Pendant
  Jewelry, 2022.
  
  Artists. Lakeland, Florida.
- Cup 2023 3
  Pottery, 2023.
  
  Artists. Lakeland, Florida.
- Ridley Turtle
  Mixed Media, 2022.
  
  Artists. Lakeland, Florida. Original mixed media art on distressed paper maps of Florida on canvas size (4" x 4") as a blend of acrylic paint and ink washes.
- Growing Ivy
  Photo Collage, 2022.
  
  Artists. Lakeland, Florida.
- Prudence
  Sculpture, 2022.
  
  Artists. Lakeland, Florida. Clay and copper
- Horizon
  Wall Sculpture, 2020.
  
  Artists. Lakeland, Florida. Hand carved Poplar Wood, 24x24. Created to make a visual attraction absent of outside distractions.
- The Quick Escape
  Acrylic, 2022.
  
  Artists. Lakeland, Florida.
- Obinrin Alagbara
  Sculpture, 2022.
  
  Artists. Lakeland, Florida.
- Triple Flame pot
  Raku Pottery, 2023.
  
  Artists. Lakeland, Florida.
- Freya (Norse)
  Digital, 2023.
  
  Artists. Lakeland, Florida.
- Brooklyn
  Painting, 2021.
  
  Artists. Lakeland, Florida. An interpretation of Manhattan Bridge view from Brooklyn in 2020. (36"x48"), Acrylic on Canvas, gallery-wrapped 1.5" deep.
- They Are Precious in His Sight
  Acrylic, 2022.
  
  Artists. Lakeland, Florida.
- Merlin
  Mixed Media, 2022.
  
  Artists. Lakeland, Florida.
- 'Round The World figure 8
  Pastel, 2020.
  
  Artists. Lakeland, Florida. 6-10 linear crosshatched layers of pastel creating texture and an interesting depth perspective within a two dimensional format. (16"x20") Soft Pastel Framed with Museum Glass.
- Metal and Paint
  Mixed Media, 2023.
  
  Artists. Lakeland, Florida.
- Small River Rock
  Wood Sculpture, 2022.
  
  Artists. Lakeland, Florida.
- Space Requisition
  Painting, 2022.
  
  Artists. Lakeland, Florida.
- Peacock Rose
  Jewelry, 2017.
  
  Artists. Lakeland, Florida. Pin and Pendant with Peacock Topaz, Sterling Silver colored through specialized oxidation process. Inspired by nature. (2.5"H x 1.25" W).
- Drama
  Mixed Media, 2022.
  
  Artists. Lakeland, Florida.
- June
  Drawing, 2023.
  
  Artists. Lakeland, Florida. Charcoal Pastel Inks Pencil, 20.5" x 17"
- Wisdom
  Acrylic, 2022.
  
  Artists. Lakeland, Florida.
- Pink Sprinkler
  Painting, 2022.
  
  Artists. Lakeland, Florida. Oil on canvas, 12x12 inches.
- Purple Conflower
  Watercolor, 2022.
  
  Artists. Lakeland, Florida.
- Day in the Sun
  Painting, 2022.
  
  Artists. Lakeland, Florida.
- Threads 1
  Painting, 2023.
  
  Artists. Lakeland, Florida.
- Stacked Totem 2
  Glass, 2022.
  
  Artists. Lakeland, Florida.
- Untitled 4
  Painting, 2023.
  
  Artists. Lakeland, Florida.
- Seeds of Life 2
  Acrylic, 2022.
  
  Artists. Lakeland, Florida.
- Middle East Collection
  Watercolor and Ink, 2023.
  
  Artists. Lakeland, Florida.
- Transitive
  Sculpture, 2020.
  
  Artists. Lakeland, Florida. Cor-Ten Steel with patina, bronze with patina. 29 x 7 1/5 x 7 1/2 (9 lbs).
- Untitled 1
  Painting, 2022.
  
  Artists. Lakeland, Florida.

- FAM2023
  Photo, 0.
  
  Events. Lakeland, Florida. Fine Art at the Magnolia 2023
- 4SM23
  Photo, 0.
  
  Events. Lakeland, Florida. 4 Squared Makers 2023
- 4SM22
  Photo, 0.
  
  Events. Lakeland, Florida. 4 Squared Makers 2022
- FAM2020
  Photo, 0.
  
  Events. Lakeland, Florida. Fine Art at the Magnolia 2020
- OneWall2022
  Photo, 0.
  
  Events. Lakeland, Florida. One Wall 2022
- FAM2021
  Photo, 0.
  
  Events. Lakeland, Florida. Fine Art at the Magnolia 2021
- Winter2020
  Photo, 0.
  
  Events. Lakeland, Florida. Winter Quarterly 2020
- FAM2022
  Photo, 0.
  
  Events. Lakeland, Florida. Fine Art at the Magnolia 2022
- Spring2021
  Photo, 0.
  
  Events. Lakeland, Florida. Spring Quarterly 2021

- Beth Garcia on Learning, Play, and Becoming an Adult
  Photo, 0.
  
  Journal. Lakeland, Florida. Beth Garcia on Learning, Play, and Becoming an Adult
- Bruce Ferguson on Dance, Negative Space, and Florida's Vanishing Wetlands
  Photo, 0.
  
  Journal. Lakeland, Florida. Bruce Ferguson on Dance, Negative Space, and Florida's Vanishing Wetlands
- Julie Latayan Puts Herself on the Pedestal
  Photo, 0.
  
  Journal. Lakeland, Florida. Julie Latayan Puts Herself on the Pedestal
- Barbara Umbel on Color, Teamwork, and Making it all Sing
  Photo, 0.
  
  Journal. Lakeland, Florida. Barbara Umbel on Color, Teamwork, and Making it all Sing
- Margaret Baker on the Untold Stories of Everyday Life
  Photo, 0.
  
  Journal. Lakeland, Florida. Margaret Baker on the Untold Stories of Everyday Life
- This Year's One Wall Grant Recipient: the Fort Myers Beach Art Association!
  Photo, 0.
  
  Journal. Lakeland, Florida. This Year's One Wall Grant Recipient: the Fort Myers Beach Art Association!
- Dominice Gilbert on Zen, Childhood, and the Moment of Self Discovery
  Photo, 0.
  
  Journal. Lakeland, Florida. Dominice Gilbert on Zen, Childhood, and the Moment of Self Discovery
- Todd Fox on Leadership, Cultural Dialogue, and the Healing Power of Art
  Photo, 0.
  
  Journal. Lakeland, Florida. Todd Fox on Leadership, Cultural Dialogue, and the Healing Power of Art
- Harlow Manning on Trying new Things, School, and Growing Up in an Art Family
  Photo, 0.
  
  Journal. Lakeland, Florida. Harlow Manning on Trying new Things, School, and Growing Up in an Art Family
- Joyce Curvin on Joy, Connection, and Paper Mache
  Photo, 0.
  
  Journal. Lakeland, Florida. Joyce Curvin on Joy, Connection, and Paper Mache
- John Williams on his family's tradition of carpentry
  Photo, 0.
  
  Journal. Lakeland, Florida. John Williams on his family's tradition of carpentry
- Leslie Peebles on Children's Books, Vedic Legend, and the Soulful Handcrafts
  Photo, 0.
  
  Journal. Lakeland, Florida. Leslie Peebles on Children's Books, Vedic Legend, and the Soulful Handcrafts
- Stephen Koury on Safari, the Zone, and New Beginnings
  Photo, 0.
  
  Journal. Lakeland, Florida. Stephen Koury on Safari, the Zone, and New Beginnings
- John Kellum on Finding your Center, Trying new Things, and Throwing Pizzas
  Photo, 0.
  
  Journal. Lakeland, Florida. John Kellum on Finding your Center, Trying new Things, and Throwing Pizzas
- Whitney Powell on Patience, Serendipity, and her Love of the Outdoors
  Photo, 0.
  
  Journal. Lakeland, Florida. Whitney Powell on Patience, Serendipity, and her Love of the Outdoors
- Deb Holliday on Simplicity, Caregiving, and the Overarching World of Nature
  Photo, 0.
  
  Journal. Lakeland, Florida. Deb Holliday on Simplicity, Caregiving, and the Overarching World of Nature