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

- Lady Bug
  by Melinda Tew-Cantrell
- Threads 1
  by Rita McIntyre
- Two Birds
  by Sue Ayala
- Untitled 4
  by Whitney Powell
- Pearldrop Earrings
  by Marilyn Vaillancourt
- Friend or Foe
  by Judi Osburn
- Saturn
  by Heidi Wineland
- Axolotls
  by Megan Grimsley
- Canvas 2
  by Marisha Nowak
- Agender
  by Morgan Macey
- Ambrosia Maple 2018-1
  by John Williams
- Zen Garden
  by Fay Kelley
- Explore
  by Joyce Curvin
- Sadie’s Eyes
  by D. YaeL Kelley
- Uncle Bob
  by Julie Latayan
- River Rocks
  by Paul LaMontagne
- Large Florida Cherry Fruit and Salad Bowl (B1039)
  by Kent Harriss
- Cup 1
  by Andrew Coombs
- Red Fox
  by Betsy Bohrer
- Obinrin Alagbara
  by Todd K. Fox
- Coming Together
  by Theresa Garcia
- Diversity
  by Richard J. Bond
- Resting Messenger
  by Katherine Mathisen
- Loyalty
  by Diane V. Radel
- Beach Glass Earrings
  by Lorrie Mason
- Plants
  by Cassandra Gordon-Harris (Rincon Studios)
- Twisted
  by Larry Maynard
- Florida Field Guide: Sunray Venus Clam
  by Alice Absolutely
- Gate 1
  by Shirlee Jones
- Echoes of a Moment
  by Zoe Papas
- Rip Van Weasel
  by Nancy Baur Dillen
- North American Indian
  by Keri Ippolito

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.

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

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.

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

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: 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.
- 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.

- Lady Bug
  Acrylic, 2022.
  
  Artists. Lakeland, Florida.
- Threads 1
  Painting, 2023.
  
  Artists. Lakeland, Florida.
- Two Birds
  Jewelry, 2020.
  
  Artists. Lakeland, Florida. Aqua and Black Bird. 19” tall. 16” wide. 13”. Deep
- Untitled 4
  Fiber, 2022.
  
  Artists. Lakeland, Florida.
- Pearldrop Earrings
  Jewelry, 2017.
  
  Artists. Lakeland, Florida. Sterling Silver earrings (colors are through specialized oxidation process) with Fresh water Pearls. Inspired by nature. (2" H x .75" W).
- Friend or Foe
  Painting, 2022.
  
  Artists. Lakeland, Florida. 25x25in
- Friend or Foe (detail 1)
  Painting, 2022.
  
  Artists. Lakeland, Florida. 25x25in
- Saturn
  Fiber, 2022.
  
  Artists. Lakeland, Florida.
- Saturn (detail 1)
  Fiber, 2022.
  
  Artists. Lakeland, Florida.
- Axolotls
  Painting, 2023.
  
  Artists. Lakeland, Florida.
- Canvas 2
  Painting, 2022.
  
  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
- Zen Garden
  Acrylic, 2022.
  
  Artists. Lakeland, Florida.
- Explore
  Mixed Media Collage, 2022.
  
  Artists. Lakeland, Florida. We tend to overlook simple things of beauty and joy in life. When we take time to really explore the natural world we gain an inner sense of calm that effects the way we deal with others.
- Sadie’s Eyes
  Painting, 2018.
  
  Artists. Lakeland, Florida. (48” x 32”) oil and metal leaf on gallery wrapped 1.5” canvas
- Uncle Bob
  Clay, 2023.
  
  Artists. Lakeland, Florida.
- River Rocks
  Wood Sculpture, 2022.
  
  Artists. Lakeland, Florida.
- Large Florida Cherry Fruit and Salad Bowl (B1039)
  Wood Turning, 2020.
  
  Artists. Lakeland, Florida. One of the nicest bowls I have turned in a while, a piece of spectacular Florida cherry.(15"W x 3.5"H)
- Cup 1
  Pottery, 2022.
  
  Artists. Lakeland, Florida.
- Cup 1 (detail 1)
  Pottery, 2022.
  
  Artists. Lakeland, Florida.
- Red Fox
  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.
- Obinrin Alagbara
  Sculpture, 2022.
  
  Artists. Lakeland, Florida.
- Coming Together
  Mixed Media, 2023.
  
  Artists. Lakeland, Florida.
- Diversity
  Mixed Media, 2022.
  
  Artists. Lakeland, Florida. Like biodiversity in a garden, diversity in cultures around the world creates a healthy global community.
- Resting Messenger
  Sculpture, 2020.
  
  Artists. Lakeland, Florida. Holds the message of peace and hope. Clay mixed media. (32"x13"x8") at the base.
- Loyalty
  Acrylic, 2022.
  
  Artists. Lakeland, Florida.
- Beach Glass Earrings
  Jewelry, 2020.
  
  Artists. Lakeland, Florida.
- Plants
  Drawing, 2020.
  
  Artists. Lakeland, Florida. (12"x12") Graphite on Paper, unframed.
- Twisted
  Wall Sculpture, 2020.
  
  Artists. Lakeland, Florida. Hand carved Poplar Wood, 24x24. Twisted allows the viewer to change direction without recourse.
- Florida Field Guide: Sunray Venus Clam
  Carved Acrylic, 2022.
  
  Artists. Lakeland, Florida.
- Gate 1
  Colored Pencil, 2022.
  
  Artists. Lakeland, Florida.
- Echoes of a Moment
  Painting, 2020.
  
  Artists. Lakeland, Florida. Layered image framed like a shadowbox depicting Echo. Charcoal, chalk, ink wash, and graphite on paper, (24" x 32") with frame.
- Rip Van Weasel
  Giclée Print, 2006.
  
  Artists. Lakeland, Florida. From my fantasy series, in which imaginary characters and settings are juxtaposed with people or man-made objects. Giclée on Gallery Wrapped Canvas with drawing on back. (32"H x24"W).
- North American Indian
  Painting, 2023.
  
  Artists. Lakeland, Florida.

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

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