The Bohrer Gallery

Bohrer Gallery

Dates for Our 2025 Season!

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The Bohrer Gallery is pleased to announce our 2025 Art Show schedule! Join us for our 9th Year of supporting the working artists of Florida. Be sure to explore our Become a Patron offers in helping us ensure the continued success of the Fine Arts.

Fine Art at the Magnolia
Fine Art Show and Scholarship
August 23 and 24, 2025
Saturday (10 AM - 5 PM) and Sunday (10 AM - 4 PM)
Magnolia Building
702 E. Orange Street
Lakeland, Florida

4 Squared Makers
Themed (4 x 4) Small Works Art Show
October 10 - November 26, 2025
Mulberry Cultural Center
103 E First Street
Mulberry, Florida

Become a Patron of FAM

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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 2025. Thank you for supporting the fine arts!

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

- Food Culture
  by Fay Kelley
- Lucky
  by Christine Samad
- Two Peas in a Pod
  by Caroline Adams
- Summer Song
  by Susan Currier
- Brass Hinged Square Hoops
  by Lorrie Mason
- Dreads Guy
  by Melissa Miller Nece
- Out of Line
  by Bruce Ferguson
- Nurture Love
  by Joyce Curvin
- Water Lilly
  by Heidi Wineland
- Florida Panther
  by Betsy Bohrer
- Extra House Guest No. 19
  by Carol Ferony
- Serenity
  by Katherine Mathisen
- Merlin
  by Lynn Rattray
- Two Birds
  by Sue Ayala
- Meadows in Bloom
  by Kelley Batson-Howard
- Timelines
  by Lathan Williamson
- Joyful Hands 2
  by Ellen Silberlicht
- Cochlear Blossom
  by Beth Garcia
- Trilogy
  by Larry Maynard
- Faith
  by Richard J. Bond
- One Life
  by Carol F. Grimsley
- The Thick of It
  by Ridley Aligerum
- Reversible Magnolia necklace with Handmade Chain
  by Peggy Miller (Peg's Jewels)
- Metal and Paint
  by Laurel Chatham
- Agender
  by Morgan Macey
- Ambrosia Maple 2018-1
  by John Williams
- Respire
  by Dominice Gilbert
- Seeds of Life 2
  by Tammy Archer
- Cup 4
  by Andrew Coombs
- Fern Tall
  by Lyn Novak
- Bunny Princess
  by Julie Latayan
- Flamingos
  by Leslie Peebles

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.

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

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.

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

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: Modernist Level
  Patronage, 2025.
  Purchase for $1000
  
  Become a Patron of FAM. 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 2025 season. Your logo will be included in all print marketing for FAM. Includes $500 in vouchers redeemable at FAM 2025.
- Patronage: Romantic Level
  Patronage, 2025.
  Purchase for $500
  
  Become a Patron of FAM. 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 2025 season. Includes $250 in vouchers redeemable at FAM 2025.
- Patronage: Contemporary Level
  Patronage, 2025.
  Purchase for $2000
  
  Become a Patron of FAM. 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 2025 season, including Munn Park banners. Includes $1,000 in vouchers redeemable at FAM 2025.
- Patronage: Renaissance Level
  Patronage, 2025.
  Purchase for $250
  
  Become a Patron of FAM. 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 2025 season. Includes a $125 voucher redeemable at FAM 2025.

- Food Culture
  Acrylic, 2022.
  
  Artists. Lakeland, Florida.
- Lucky
  Acrylic, 2022.
  
  Artists. Lakeland, Florida.
- Two Peas in a Pod
  Photo Collage, 2022.
  
  Artists. Lakeland, Florida.
- Summer Song
  Drawing, 2023.
  
  Artists. Lakeland, Florida. Charcoal Pastel Inks Pencil, 6" x 5"
- Brass Hinged Square Hoops
  Jewelry, 2020.
  
  Artists. Lakeland, Florida.
- Dreads Guy
  Colored Pencil, 2023.
  
  Artists. Lakeland, Florida.
- Out of Line
  Painting, 2022.
  
  Artists. Lakeland, Florida.
- Nurture Love
  Mixed Media Collage, 2022.
  
  Artists. Lakeland, Florida. Raising the next generation with love and respect could change the trajectory of the planet.
- Water Lilly
  Fiber, 2022.
  
  Artists. Lakeland, Florida.
- Water Lilly (detail 1)
  Fiber, 2022.
  
  Artists. Lakeland, Florida.
- Florida Panther
  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.
- Extra House Guest No. 19
  Pastel, 2019.
  
  Artists. Lakeland, Florida. 6-10 linear crosshatched layers of pastel creating texture and an interesting depth perspective within a two dimensional format. (32"X40") Soft Pastel.
- Serenity
  Sculpture, 2020.
  
  Artists. Lakeland, Florida. Wall sculpture ready to hang, hand sculpted from fired clay. Surfaces are finished with underglazes, oxides, and post-fired iron paint that has been converted into rust. (15.5"x13"x3.5").
- Merlin
  Mixed Media, 2022.
  
  Artists. Lakeland, Florida.
- Two Birds
  Jewelry, 2020.
  
  Artists. Lakeland, Florida. Aqua and Black Bird. 19” tall. 16” wide. 13”. Deep
- Meadows in Bloom
  Acrylic, 2022.
  
  Artists. Lakeland, Florida.
- Timelines
  Painting, 2023.
  
  Artists. Lakeland, Florida.
- Joyful Hands 2
  3D Fiber, 2022.
  
  Artists. Lakeland, Florida.
- Joyful Hands 2 (detail 1)
  3D Fiber, 2022.
  
  Artists. Lakeland, Florida.
- Cochlear Blossom
  Ceramic, 2022.
  
  Artists. Lakeland, Florida.
- Trilogy
  Wall Sculpture, 2020.
  
  Artists. Lakeland, Florida. Hand Carved Poplar Wood, 36x36. Inspired and created with the three components of emotion to include the cognitive, behavioral, and physical aspects.
- Faith
  Mixed Media, 2022.
  
  Artists. Lakeland, Florida. God is the source of all existence which influences the cultures around the world.
- One Life
  Painting, 2023.
  
  Artists. Lakeland, Florida.
- The Thick of It
  Digital, 2022.
  
  Artists. Lakeland, Florida. 8x12
- Reversible Magnolia necklace with Handmade Chain
  Jewelry, 2022.
  
  Artists. Lakeland, Florida.
- Metal and Paint
  Mixed Media, 2023.
  
  Artists. Lakeland, Florida.
- Agender
  Painting, 2023.
  
  Artists. Lakeland, Florida.
- Ambrosia Maple 2018-1
  Woodturning, 2018.
  
  Artists. Lakeland, Florida. Ambrosia Maple Hollow Form 13” diameter 15” tall
- Respire
  Sculpture, 2020.
  
  Artists. Lakeland, Florida. Cor-ten, Bronze 15X8 1/2X26 (18 lbs)
- Seeds of Life 2
  Acrylic, 2022.
  
  Artists. Lakeland, Florida.
- Cup 4
  Pottery, 2022.
  
  Artists. Lakeland, Florida.
- Cup 4 (detail 1)
  Pottery, 2022.
  
  Artists. Lakeland, Florida.
- Fern Tall
  Copper Etch, 2022.
  
  Artists. Lakeland, Florida.
- Bunny Princess
  Clay, 2023.
  
  Artists. Lakeland, Florida.
- Flamingos
  Collagraph, 2020.
  
  Artists. Lakeland, Florida. In 2018, it was confirmed that the flamingo is native to Florida. Reduction relief print, (16" x 20" matted size) Edition of 14

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

- 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
- Joyce Curvin on Joy, Connection, and Paper Mache
  Photo, 0.
  
  Journal. Lakeland, Florida. Joyce Curvin on Joy, Connection, and Paper Mache
- Beth Garcia on Learning, Play, and Becoming an Adult
  Photo, 0.
  
  Journal. Lakeland, Florida. Beth Garcia on Learning, Play, and Becoming an Adult
- John Williams on his family's tradition of carpentry
  Photo, 0.
  
  Journal. Lakeland, Florida. John Williams on his family's tradition of carpentry
- 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
- 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
- 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
- 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!
- Julie Latayan Puts Herself on the Pedestal
  Photo, 0.
  
  Journal. Lakeland, Florida. Julie Latayan Puts Herself on the Pedestal
- Stephen Koury on Safari, the Zone, and New Beginnings
  Photo, 0.
  
  Journal. Lakeland, Florida. Stephen Koury on Safari, the Zone, and New Beginnings
- 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
- 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
- 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
- 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
- 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
- Margaret Baker on the Untold Stories of Everyday Life
  Photo, 0.
  
  Journal. Lakeland, Florida. Margaret Baker on the Untold Stories of Everyday Life