The Bohrer Gallery

Bohrer Gallery

About Bohrer Gallery

Lakeland, Florida

Welcome! The Bohrer Gallery LLC is a small creative arts business comprised of Betsy Bohrer and her family. We provide scholarships, grants, and exhibit opportunities for the working artists of Florida, and we are currently ramping up for our 2023 show season. Mark your calendars!

Fine Art at the Magnolia
Aug. 19-20, 2023. Sat: 10-5, Sun: 10-4.
Magnolia Building
702 E Orange St, Lakeland FL

4 Squared Makers
Oct. 5 - Nov. 22, 2023
Mulberry Cultural Center
103 SE 1st Street, Mulberry FL

Our main event of the year is the Fine Art at the Magnolia art show, held each August in Lakeland, Florida. We also produce 4 Squared Makers, which encourages artists of all skill levels to participate in themed small-works art shows, One Wall, which is an art exhibit and grant program to help artists in need, and the Florida Arts Journal which publishes interviews and profiles of artists from across Florida. This site also doubles as an exhibit space, and you will find periodic virtual fine art shows here.

Explore to learn more about our awesome creative projects by visiting their designated sections on this page, or by contacting Betsy Bohrer directly by email.

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!

- Stump
  by Kokó Brandão
- Eldest (family series)
  by Rebecca Skelton
- Origin
  by Todd K. Fox
- Seeds of Life 4
  by Tammy Archer
- Shirt Stack
  by Sarah Rigas
- Blue Heron
  by Melanie Smith
- The Quick Escape
  by Sherri Myers Wray
- Love
  by Casey Broker
- Feed Me
  by Kat Heckenbach
- Untitled 8
  by Barbara Umbel
- Free Popcorn
  by Paul O'Neill
- Bee
  by Melinda Tew-Cantrell
- Loyalty
  by Diane V. Radel
- Love
  by Carson Kapp
- Joyful Hands 4
  by Ellen Silberlicht
- Kimbo
  by Lynn Rattray
- Sweet Trilight
  by Christine Samad
- A Narrows Escape
  by Daryl Ward
- Landscape
  by Bill Darrah
- Pinecone Pendant
  by Marilyn Vaillancourt
- 2022 Medallion Series, Part Three
  by Barbara R. Lange (Two-Bs Studio)
- Stacked Totem 3
  by Bill and Jon Slade (Slade Glass)
- Uncertainty Avoidance
  by Allyson Bode (SoulSpeak Studios)
- Cedar Key, Florida #2
  by Linda Moffat
- Garden Fences
  by Kelley Batson-Howard
- Take a Chance
  by Joyce Curvin
- Cardinal
  by Carrie Jacobson
- Riding High
  by Judi Osburn
- Diversity
  by Richard J. Bond
- Cherries
  by David A. Bāhm
- Across America
  by Candi Saa-Cardenas
- Blue Ridge Trees
  by Greg Jones

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.

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

Become a Patron

Email • Facebook • Lakeland, Florida

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 2023. Thank you for supporting the fine arts!

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

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.

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

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.

- Stump
  Painting, 2022.
  
  Artists. Lakeland, Florida. 40x40in
- Eldest (family series)
  Painting, 2018.
  
  Artists. Lakeland, Florida. Oil painting on canvas, (16" x 12"). Framed, Ready to hang.
- Origin
  Sculpture, 2022.
  
  Artists. Lakeland, Florida.
- Seeds of Life 4
  Acrylic, 2022.
  
  Artists. Lakeland, Florida.
- Shirt Stack
  Painting, 2019.
  
  Artists. Lakeland, Florida. (30"x30") oil on canvas, wrapped, 3/4” deep
- Blue Heron
  Painting, 2022.
  
  Artists. Lakeland, Florida.
- The Quick Escape
  Acrylic, 2022.
  
  Artists. Lakeland, Florida.
- Love
  Mixed Media, 2022.
  
  Artists. Lakeland, Florida.
- Feed Me
  Acrylic, 2022.
  
  Artists. Lakeland, Florida. represents how our need for companionship or relationship is sometimes expressed the wrong way.
- Untitled 8
  Jewelry, 2022.
  
  Artists. Lakeland, Florida.
- Free Popcorn
  Painting, 2019.
  
  Artists. Lakeland, Florida. Recycled cardboard, spray paint stencil with wood frame/wire on back that is ready to hang on the wall. Lacquer finish. (13 1/2" x 11 1/4")
- Bee
  Acrylic, 2022.
  
  Artists. Lakeland, Florida.
- Loyalty
  Acrylic, 2022.
  
  Artists. Lakeland, Florida.
- Love
  Acrylic, 2022.
  
  Artists. Lakeland, Florida.
- Joyful Hands 4
  3D Fiber, 2022.
  
  Artists. Lakeland, Florida.
- Joyful Hands 4 (detail 1)
  3D Fiber, 2022.
  
  Artists. Lakeland, Florida.
- Kimbo
  Mixed Media, 2022.
  
  Artists. Lakeland, Florida.
- Sweet Trilight
  Acrylic, 2022.
  
  Artists. Lakeland, Florida.
- A Narrows Escape
  Photography, 2022.
  
  Artists. Lakeland, Florida.
- Landscape
  Painting, 2019.
  
  Artists. Lakeland, Florida. Acrylic paint on canvas, wired for hanging (24 x 48)
- Pinecone Pendant
  Jewelry, 2017.
  
  Artists. Lakeland, Florida. Sterling silver slider has layered structures colored through specialized oxidation process intricately patterned and textured cones. Inspired by nature. (1.75"H x .85"W).
- 2022 Medallion Series, Part Three
  Jewelry, 2022.
  
  Artists. Lakeland, Florida.
- Stacked Totem 3
  Glass, 2022.
  
  Artists. Lakeland, Florida.
- Uncertainty Avoidance
  Clay Sculpture, 2022.
  
  Artists. Lakeland, Florida.
- Uncertainty Avoidance (detail 1)
  Clay Sculpture, 2022.
  
  Artists. Lakeland, Florida.
- Cedar Key, Florida #2
  Photo, 2022.
  
  Artists. Lakeland, Florida.
- Garden Fences
  Acrylic, 2022.
  
  Artists. Lakeland, Florida.
- Take a Chance
  Mixed Media Collage, 2022.
  
  Artists. Lakeland, Florida. What will you do today to make the world a better place? Some things can be so simple if you only try.
- Cardinal
  Painting, 2020.
  
  Artists. Lakeland, Florida. oil on black canvas. 8x10.
- Riding High
  Painting, 2022.
  
  Artists. Lakeland, Florida. 13x17in
- Riding High (detail 1)
  Painting, 2022.
  
  Artists. Lakeland, Florida. 13x17in
- Diversity
  Mixed Media, 2022.
  
  Artists. Lakeland, Florida. Like biodiversity in a garden, diversity in cultures around the world creates a healthy global community.
- Cherries
  Acrylic, 2022.
  
  Artists. Lakeland, Florida.
- Across America
  Watercolor, 2022.
  
  Artists. Lakeland, Florida.
- Blue Ridge Trees
  Painting, 2019.
  
  Artists. Lakeland, Florida. Acrylic landscape, (18" x 11.5") (matted and framed with glass).

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

- Patronage: Renaissance Level
  Patronage, 2023.
  Purchase for $250
  
  Become a Patron. Email • Facebook • Lakeland, Florida. Includes recognition by name in our annual FAM booklet, as well as recognition on our website and social media for all shows in the 2023 season. Includes a $125 voucher redeemable at FAM 2023.
- Patronage: Contemporary Level
  Patronage, 2023.
  Purchase for $2000
  
  Become a Patron. Email • Facebook • Lakeland, Florida. Includes a two-page spread ad in our annual FAM booklet. Also includes prominent recognition on facebook, social media, and print materials for all shows in the 2023 season, including Munn Park banners. Includes $1,000 in vouchers redeemable at FAM 2023.
- Patronage: Modernist Level
  Patronage, 2023.
  Purchase for $1000
  
  Become a Patron. Email • Facebook • Lakeland, Florida. Includes a full-page advertisement in our annual FAM booklet, as well as representation on our website and our social media for all shows in the 2023 season. Your logo will be included in all print marketing for FAM. Includes $500 in vouchers redeemable at FAM 2023.
- Patronage: Romantic Level
  Patronage, 2023.
  Purchase for $500
  
  Become a Patron. Email • Facebook • Lakeland, Florida. Includes a half-page ad in our annual FAM booklet, as well as representation on our website and our social media for all shows in the 2023 season. Includes $250 in vouchers redeemable at FAM 2023.

- 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
- 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
- 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
- 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
- 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
- Stephen Koury on Safari, the Zone, and New Beginnings
  Photo, 0.
  
  Journal. Lakeland, Florida. Stephen Koury on Safari, the Zone, and New Beginnings
- 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
- 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
- Beth Garcia on Learning, Play, and Becoming an Adult
  Photo, 0.
  
  Journal. Lakeland, Florida. Beth Garcia on Learning, Play, and Becoming an Adult
- 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
- 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
- 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!