FINLEY HEALTH FOUNDATION WELCOMES NEW BOARD MEMBERS

The Finley Health Foundation is pleased to announce the following additions and leadership changes to its board of directors:

Poppy Conlon of Conlon Construction has been elected Board Chair. Creed Waelchli of Cottingham and Butler has been named Vice Chair. Katie Moran of Steele Capital Management, Inc. will serve as Secretary/Treasurer.

New Board members include:

– Corey Kaiser, Owner, WCC Brands and Wisconsin Clothing Company

– Jared Levy, Realtor, EXIT Realty Unlimited

– Pat Turpin, Owner, Turpin Dodge Chrysler Jeep

Learn more about the Finley Health Foundation by visiting https://www.unitypoint.org/giving/finley-health-foundation-dubuque.

Voices Studios Announces the Opening of Two New Exhibits

Delusion of Choice – Fatherless Print Posse

Fresh Steele – Priscilla Steele

First Fridays April 4, 2025  –  Opening Reception 5:30pm
Exhibit will continue through May 31, 2024

Voices Studios is thrilled to present the simultaneous opening of two powerful art exhibits: Fresh Steele by Iowa artist Priscilla Steele and Delusion of Choice by the Fatherless Print Posse. Both exhibitions will share an opening reception on Friday, April 4, 2025, inviting visitors to experience a spectrum of artistic expression — from Steele’s intimate explorations of the human condition through drawing and printmaking to Fatherless’s bold, provocative critiques of societal structures through collaborative, resistance-driven prints. Together, these exhibits promise a compelling evening of art that bridges personal introspection with collective consciousness.

Founded in 2010, Fatherless brings together the dynamic creative minds of Javier Jimenez, Greg Lang, Dave Menard, and Londoner Ben Rider. Their collaboration has grown over the years from a lighthearted meeting of artists to a provocative collective committed to creating art as an act of resistance against an increasingly commodified world. Drawing from the bold, democratic nature of printmaking, the collective’s works consistently showcase their anti-establishment ethos and DIY aesthetic, fostering dialogue on issues of social justice, identity, and collective power.

Delusion of Choice invites viewers to engage with thought-provoking pieces that reflect the collective’s ongoing dialogue with political and societal structures. The exhibition will feature a range of printmaking techniques, installations, and mixed media works designed to question the true nature of choice in a world where freedoms are often controlled or illusionary. The artwork provides a platform for critical reflection on the tension between the individual and the state, urging viewers to examine their roles in shaping or resisting the systems that govern their lives..

Priscilla Steele’s latest collection of drawings and prints delves deep into the fundamental aspects of the human experience. With a passionate exploration of the personal and the universal, Steele uses her work as a way to express both beauty and complexity. As she notes in her artist statement, “Drawing and printmaking are my chosen tools for exploring the most basic aspects of being human.” Steele’s work is a reflection on the continuous pursuit of meaning, deeply influenced by the words of poet Wendell Berry, and her pieces invite viewers to ponder the balance between personal expression and universal connection.

Fresh Steele offers a compelling look at Steele’s evolving artistic journey, where she continuously strives for “wholeness” and resonates with the intricacies of life. This exhibition presents a unique opportunity for viewers to witness the beauty and complexity of the world through the eyes of a dedicated artist specializing in drawing and printmaking. Her works have been displayed in numerous galleries and have garnered recognition for their depth, thoughtfulness, and ability to connect personal expression with universal themes.

Voices Studios is pleased to have the artists present for the Opening Reception on Friday, April 4, 2025, beginning at 5:30pm. All are invited and welcome to attend this exhibition, and to participate in the expanding art scene in the Central Corridor. There is no charge and refreshments will be served.

Voices Studios is located at 1585 Central Avenue, Dubuque, IA. Be a part of the gallery’s evolving exhibitions that create dialog, engage the community, and enrich the experience of the arts in Dubuque.

Voices Studios is a contemporary art gallery specializing in innovative art by emerging and established artists from around the globe.