By Maureen Post Special to OnMilwaukee.com Published Dec 04, 2008 at 5:07 PM


The Milwaukee Art Museum, known for drawing artists from around the world, goes local today. This morning marked the opening of an exhibit entitled "Drawn to Nature" by Milwaukee’s own JoAnna Poehlmann.

The Milwaukee-based artist is known for prints, drawings and books illustrating the natural world. Insects, birds and reptiles have infiltrated the artist’s work since the 1970’s. Her have been shown in such prestigious institutions as the Victoria & Albert Museum in London, The Museum of Modern Art in New York and the Walker Art Center in Minneapolis.

"JoAnna Poehlmann's work is animated by her extraordinary draughtsmanship, her keen observation, and her sly wit. Her work is at once intelligent, playful, and beautiful, and is informed by a deep knowledge of her artistic forbearers," Mary Weaver Chapin, MAM Associate Curator of Prints and Drawings explains. "The Museum is proud to present her work to our visitors. It is sure to delight."

Poehlmann’s pieces will be on display in the museum through March 3, 2009.


 

Maureen Post Special to OnMilwaukee.com

OnMilwaukee.com staff writer Maureen Post grew up in Wauwatosa. A lover of international and urban culture, Maureen received a bachelor’s degree in sociology from the University of Wisconsin-Madison.

After living on the east side of Madison for several years, Maureen returned to Milwaukee in 2006.

After a brief stint of travel, Maureen joined OnMilwaukee.com as the city’s oldest intern and has been hooked ever since. Combining her three key infatuations, Milwaukee’s great music, incredible food and inspiring art (and yes, in that order), Maureen’s job just about fits her perfectly.

Residing in Bay View, Maureen vehemently believes the city can become fresh and new with a simple move across town.