Wanderings
An Exhibition of Photographs by Gretchen Herrmann Benefiting the Paine Art Center and Gardens
September 29, 2020 to October 25, 2020
This exhibition of photographs by Gretchen Herrmann is presented for the enjoyment of the local community and to raise funds for the Paine Art Center and Gardens during the ongoing pandemic.
During most evenings over the past several years, Gretchen has gone for long walks through local landscapes. Along the way she has taken thousands of snapshots with her phone capturing the tranquil and varied vistas, light, and features of her journeys. Gretchen mindfully takes notice of both the grand, sweeping views of twilight skies and fields, as well as nature's small intricacies and imperfections as a meditative practice of renewal and healing. For this exhibition presented in the Paine’s Main Gallery and an online gallery, Gretchen selected a range of photographs conveying the spectrum of her experiences as well as the peace and beauty she wishes to share with others.
The exhibition is presented as a gift to the community by Gretchen and the Paine. It is meant to offer beauty and solace to nurture weary spirits during the trying times of the pandemic. In addition, the exhibition is presented in concert with a special initiative to raise essential funds for the ongoing care and educational programs of the historic Paine estate. As a thank you for their support, donors of $150 or more to the fundraising drive will receive an exhibition photobook, and donors of $300 or more will also receive a framed photo from the exhibition (see donations levels and benefits below). Gifts of all amounts are welcome and appreciated.
You are invited to view the exhibition online and at the Paine. If you are able, you are encouraged to consider making a donation to the Paine to help the historic estate persevere during this challenging period.



View the Online Gallery
The Wanderings exhibition features 83 photographs by Gretchen Herrmann. View all of the images in the exhibition in this online gallery.
View Gallery
Visit the Exhibition
September 29-October 25, 2020
Presented within the historic Paine mansion, the Wanderings exhibition fills the walls of the Main Gallery. Reservations are required to visit the Paine, and admission is 50% off regular rates, courtesy of Community First Credit Union.
The exhibition concluded on October 25.
Make a Donation
Support the essential care and educational programs of the Paine during this critical time by making a special donation. Information about donation levels and benefits, including framed photos from the exhibition offered in various sizes, is below. Gifts of all amounts are welcome and appreciated.
Make Donation
Donation Levels and Benefits
$5,000 Donation
Acquires a 40x60" framed photo
Receives a signed photobook of the exhibition
Recognition as a Presenting Sponsor
Provides $4,500 of support to the Paine ($500 not tax deductible)
$2,500 Donation
Acquires a 32x48" framed photo
Receives a signed photobook of the exhibition
Recognition as a Partnering Sponsor
Provides $2,100 of support to the Paine ($400 not tax deductible)
$1,250 Donation
Acquires a 24x36" framed photo
Receives a signed photobook of the exhibition
Recognition as a Sponsor
Provides $950 of support to the Paine ($300 not tax deductible)
$600 Donation
Acquires a 20x30" framed photo
Receives a signed photobook of the exhibition
Recognition as a Donor
Provides $375 of support to the Paine ($225 not tax deductible)
$300 Donation
Acquires a 16x24" framed photo
Receives a signed photobook of the exhibition
Recognition as a Contributor
Provides $150 of support to the Paine ($150 not tax deductible)
$150 Donation
Receives a signed photobook of the exhibition
Provides $100 of support to the Paine ($50 not tax deductible)
Gifts of all amounts welcome and appreciated.
To discuss a donation to the Paine, please call (920) 235-6903 ext. 26.
The Paine Art Center and Gardens expresses its sincere gratitude to those who have made generous donations to this special fundraising initiative (as of 10/29/2020).
Presenting Sponsors
Community First Credit Union
Chris and Jenna Golem
Peter and Megan Lang
Nicolet National Bank
Spiller Family
Steve and Lynnette Thoma
David Vander Linden
and Ross Goldberg
Anonymous (3)
Partnering Sponsors
Ascension Mercy Hospital
Bank First
Blue Door Consulting
Godfrey & Kahn with
Annie and Jon Eiden
Doug and Chrys Hyde
The Kaldas Center
Jason and Courtney Lasky
Pinnow Sheet Metal
Randy and Jane Schmiedel
Jeff and Ann Trembly
Watermark47
Anonymous
Sponsors
CLA
Joe and Patty Franzoi
Adam and Stephanie Geurts
Jewelers Mutual Group
Wilson and Jane Jones
Tom and Carol Joseph
Sheldon and Lori Lasky
Jerry Stadtmueller and
Cathy Luther
Rob and Caroline McDonald
Kathryn Nichols
David and Carla Omachinski
Thomas and Anne Petri
Weston Radford
Barb Salemi
Paul Smith and Aaron Sherer
Silver Star Brands
Dar Stumpf
Suttner Accounting
Wayne and Heidi Trembly
John and Susan Vette
Brad and Amanda Weeks
Scott and Kari Willmott
Trina Woldt and
Richard Lanzetta
Donors
Willa Fornetti-Bell and
Jeremy Bell
John and Kathy Bermingham
Gary and Elaine Coll
Tom and Kim Cooper
Nancy Elsberry
Daniel and Laura Fiser
Susan Forbes
Hirschberg Law
Independence Financial
Kurt and Judie Koeppler
Bradford and Maureen Lasky
Marcia Smith Leslie
Richard and Mary Madden
Timothy and Barbara Mulloy
Bill Zimar and Sue Neitzel
Eric and Karen Reischl
Paul Schaff and Brenda
Rosin-Schaff
Tim and SueAnn Ryan
Eric and Molly Smiltneek
Susan Stearns and
Chris Jacobs
Valley Pest Control
Bill and Beth Wyman
Anonymous
Contributors
Nancy Albright
Robert and Amy Albright
Amcor
Sarah Averkamp
Larry and Denise Bittner
Jeffery and Patricia Blackburn
Dr. Marc and Kathleen Blum
Craig and Heidi Burnett
Dr. James and Tara Burns
Susan Burns
Michelle Cihla
Beatrice Diehl
Gene Drecktrah
Cathy Duerkop
Casey and Katie Fraher
Dan and Carrie Gale
Kathy Geier
Marie Gumz
Steve and Renee Harnitz
Bob and Bev Harrington
Barbara Herzog
Jeffrey and Milissa Hoxtell
John and Shelley Ingala
Chuck and Mandi Isaacson
Kristin and David Janssen
Peter and Karola Jungbacker
Frank and Kim Kearny
Sue Cleary Koch
Debra Kraemer
Nancy Kreilick
Kris and Sarrah Larson
Bethany Lerch
Susan Lurvey
A.J. and Margaret Martin
James Mather
Timothy and Susan May
Joe McCreery
Mike and Ruth McGinley
Michael and Marylou McGuire
Mimi Meyer
Bill and Marlene Mielke Field
Elizabeth Nevitt
Tim and Beth Oestreich
In Memory of
Richard Peerenboom
Doris Peitz
Joanne and Thatcher Peterson
Kevin and Nancy Ralofsky
Michelle Rector
Karen Roesler
Joanne Roth
Karen Schmidt and
Dan Weisheipl
Barbara Schmitz
In Memory of Matthew Scott
Dennis and Rosemary Smith
Michael and Rebecca Smith
Andy and Wendy Staebell
Kenley and Carole Steinert
Marion Thompson
Deb Tremble and Jim Miller
Wendy Trembly
Kathleen and Michael
Tuchscherer
Adam and Rachel Veit
Mary Weddig
Greg and Peggy Wendt
Anonymous
Gifts
Joseph and Alice Bauer
Larry and Judy Benish
Lenore Bernardy
Bill and Kathy Bollom
Amy Treichel Brandt
Mark and Kristy Bradish
Richard and Nancy Casey
Steve and Susi Cavness
Linda Charapata
Maurene Christensen
Lorna Conners
Bridget Connolly-Caflisch
Jane Cross and Doug Berge
Ralph and Carol
DiBiasio-Snyder
Kathleen Donnelly
Mike and Darcy Duffy
Paula Dusick
Ruth Elliott
Helen Evans
Ken and Susan Friedman
Frances and Elliott Garb
Gartman Mechanical Services
Ryan and Tavia Gavinski
Dale and Karen Glen
Kathy Golem
William and Lisa Greco
Susan Gremmer
Laura Griffin
Tom and Chris Gross
Barbara Gusick
Vernice Haase
Karen Dustrude and
Michael Hanneman
Dr. Barb and T.J. Harkness
Ron and Jody Harrell
Loren and Tania Harrison
Pat and Janet Hennessey
Judith Herr
Larry and Peggy Hirschberg
Lori Holland
Steve and Cynthia Hunt
Phyllis Janowski
Larry and Jane Johnson
Mary Jones
Ron and Kelli Karpinski
Meghann and Troy Kasper
Mary Kohlbeck
Keith and Maren Krause
Janet Lange
Monica Lapin
Helaine Lasky
Laurie Leonard
Judy Levin
Barbara Liljander
Barbara Lodde
Dave and Nancy Lokken
Donna Lord
Pat Lowther
Miles and Roberta Maguire
Joshua and Carla Marquaradt
Marvin and Frankie
Mengeling
Jacquelyn Mueller and
Neil Koeneman
Joan Mueller
Linda Nadolske
Robert and Nancy Nelson
Tim and Pat Norton
Nate and Carla Olson
Peg Olson
Carla Parsons and
Steven Thomson
Diane Penzenstadtler
Lynn Peters
Robert and Denise Prehn
Jack and Glenda Rhodes
Fred and Karen Roed
Laura and Jay Rommelfanger
Tom and Tomi Jo Schuessler
Richard and Mary Slavik
David and Mindy Smith
Michael and Gloria Smith
Terry and Rita Socha
Barb Stanek
Steinert Printing
Mary Strupp
Thomas and Janet Sutter
Paul Swanson
Heidi and David Sweet
Jack and Jean Thierman
Jerry Thomas
Timothy Thompkins
Burk and Chris Tower
Olivia Trabbold
Joyce Tuchel
Shannon Turcotte
Henry and Faye Van Damme
Don and Judy Weber
Gerald and Deborah Wetter
Thomas and Beverly
Wintheiser
Witzke Electric
Anonymous (2)