EGGSTRAVAGANZA
2025

A Summer Long Celebration

EGGstravaganza is a key community event and fundraising initiative that promotes public art in Egg Harbor. This summer-long showcase features the creativity of local Wisconsin artists, culminating in a celebration and live auction on August 23, 2025, at the Donald and Carol Kress Pavilion.

Proceeds will support both the artists and future public arts projects in the Village, with artists receiving half of the selling price of their work.

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2025 Featured Artists

Amy Anderson

Amy Anderson was introduced to art early in life by her mother, who worked with oils, pastels, and charcoal and encouraged exploration through those mediums. While art was not her primary focus in college, she studied art appreciation and drawing, laying the foundation for her creative journey.

Primarily self-taught in the dot mandala technique, Amy began developing this skill in August 2022 and has painted almost daily since. Her work has been featured in events such as the Kewaunee County 4H Bee Creative Contest, the 2024 Bass Around the Bay in Sturgeon Bay, and Kewaunee's 2024 Art Walk banner project.

Kathy Beck

Milwaukee native Kathy Beck has turned her lifelong fascination with eggs into a celebrated artistic career. Inspired by their universal beauty, she began carving eggshells in 1989 using an air-powered dental drill, creating intricate works from personalized keepsakes to elaborate sculptures.

Beck founded Dovetail Gallery and Studio in Egg Harbor in 1994, showcasing her creations alongside other egg artists. Her 600-piece collection includes a Fabergé egg, a 70-million-year-old dinosaur egg, and exotic bird eggs. Though the gallery closed in 2015, Beck donated her collection to the Village of Egg Harbor, where it is now on permanent display at the Kress Pavilion, continuing to inspire visitors with the egg’s timeless symbolism of life and new beginnings.

Mary Kay Braza

Mary Kay Braza is a retired lawyer turned passionate artist, discovering her love for painting after taking a watercolor class in 2019. Since retiring to Egg Harbor, Wisconsin, she has created over 400 paintings across various mediums, including watercolor, oil, acrylic, and cold wax. Her work spans styles from abstract to realistic, inspired by the beauty of Door County and her travels.

An avid learner, Mary Kay has taken more than 40 art courses and workshops, studying under esteemed artists such as Shelby Keefe and Ian Roberts. Her art has been displayed at the Hardy Gallery, Peninsula School of Art, and Horseshoe Bay Farms, with several pieces held in permanent collections.

Mary Kay is deeply involved in the arts community, serving on the boards of the Peninsula School of Art and Horseshoe Bay Farms. When not creating or volunteering, she enjoys traveling, hiking, and spending time with her husband, Jim, in the vibrant natural surroundings of Door County.

Shari Brzinski

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Kimberle Eisch-Wood

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Nate Engler

With a background in construction and precision machining the transition was a relatively easy one for this Wisconsin furniture maker. Drawing inspiration from our state’s diverse range of hardwoods as well as traditional joinery techniques lends itself well to building “one off” pieces in the Arts and Crafts style.

He resides in Winchester, WI with his Wife and two Daughters. Being a family man at heart; integrity and faith play a prominent role in his life. These elements shine through in the quality and craftsmanship of his furniture.

Sally Everhardus

Sally Everhardus has been creating art since childhood, where an early dream of illustrating books led her to a career as an illustrator and graphic designer. A lifelong creative, Sally’s work spans a variety of mediums, from drawing and 3D constructions to wearable art. Her handcrafted pins, which she calls “visual amuses bouches,” are playful, colorful, and often humorous—designed to spark conversation and even survive the occasional washing machine.

Inspired by her surroundings and driven by curiosity, Sally uses her art to explore themes of communication, interpretation, and personal reflection, often incorporating “serious humor” into her creations. Her work has been exhibited at notable venues, including the J.M. Kohler and Trout Art Centers, Jack Richeson Gallery, and various sites in Door County.

Sally’s contributions to public art include the award-winning “Screaming Turtle” from Egg Harbor’s 2014 EGGstravaganza, which earned the People’s Choice Award, and “Stegg,” a commissioned piece now permanently displayed outside the Bertschinger Center. Through her eclectic art, Sally invites viewers to engage with her creative interpretations of the world.

Travis Fournier

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Lynn Glichrist

Sturgeon Bay, WI
Biography

Lynn Gilchrist is a painter who lives and works in Sturgeon Bay, WI, on the Door County Peninsula. She
received her A.B. in Studio Art/Art History from Oberlin College, Oberlin, OH, with study at Temple
University Abroad in Rome and at California Institute of the Arts, Valencia, CA.

Her solo and invitational shows include Wisconsin venues, Silver Lake College, Neville Public Museum,
Miller Art Museum, West Bend Gallery of Fine Arts (Now MOWA), Hardy Gallery, and Wisconsin Arts
Gallery; Lee Hall Gallery/Northern Michigan University (MI); and Deer Path Art Gallery (IL).

She has been juried into shows of the Pastel Societies of America, the Midwest and West Coast; Deer Path Art Gallery, IL; Anderson Art Center, IN; and Anderson Art Center, Appleton Art Center, John Michael

Kohler Fine Arts Center, Madison Art Museum, Miller Art Museum and Neville Public Museum, all WI.

The artist has won numerous awards, including Best of Show and Purchase Awards at shows in
Sacramento, CA, Lake Forest, IL, and Appleton, Baileys Harbor, Green Bay, Madison, Milwaukee,
Sheboygan and Sturgeon Bay, WI.

The artist was juried into lifetime associate membership in the Pastel Society of America in 1986. A pastel painting by Ms. Gilchrist was selected for the book Celebrating Door County’s Wild Places, published by Prairie Oak Press in 2001. She was chosen as a featured artist for the 2009 Plein Air Festival, Fish Creek, WI. Lynn Gilchrist was named a Door County Art League “Master Artist” in 2014. Her work is represented by Idea Gallery, Egg Harbor, WI.

Renate Gregory

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Paula Hare

Paula Hare, a native of Waukesha, Wisconsin, earned her Bachelor of Fine Arts degree from the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee. Her paintings and egg art have been featured in galleries, museums, personal and corporate collections, and juried exhibitions nationwide.

Paula’s eggs have earned her solo exhibitions at the Cedarburg Cultural Center, the Queens Library Gallery in New York City, and the Villa Terrace Decorative Arts Museum in Milwaukee. Her work has also been showcased in group exhibitions at the Museum of Wisconsin Art, the Peninsula Arts Center, and even the east wing of the White House.

In 2001 and 2002, Paula was selected by the American Egg Board to represent Wisconsin at the White House, where her woodland violet egg, depicting the state flower, became part of the White House’s permanent collection. She was later commissioned to create a special egg for former First Lady Laura Bush.

Paula’s artistry continues to inspire with her ability to transform the humble egg into a symbol of beauty and creativity.

Nicole Herbst

Nicole Herbst is a dedicated artist and educator with over 30 years of experience inspiring creativity in students and adults alike. A graduate of the University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh with a BFA in Art Education (K-12 certification, Cum Laude), Nicole also holds two Master’s degrees from Saint Mary’s University in Education and Pastoral Ministry. She has taught art at Sturgeon Bay Public Schools since 1994 and has been teaching AP Studio Art since 2006, with approved syllabi for both 2D and 3D portfolios.

Nicole’s work as an educator has earned her numerous honors, including guiding students to Scholastic Arts Gold and Silver Key awards (2018-2024) and the Wisconsin Art Education Governor's Choice Student Award (2021). Her own achievements include the Charles Chronis Art Education Award, the Outstanding Senior Award from UW-Oshkosh, and recognition in Who’s Who in Universities and Colleges.

As a practicing artist, Nicole creates and exhibits her work as part of the vibrant Door County art community. Her art can be found at The Art Shed, The Pearl of Door County Art Gallery, and Yore Place Art Gallery in Egg Harbor. She also facilitates adult workshops at venues like the Kress Pavilion, The Pearl of Door County, and Articipation, and actively participates in events like the Sturgeon Bay Art Crawl.

Nicole is a member of the Wisconsin Art Education Association (WAEA), serving as a board member and workshop presenter, and the National Art Education Association (NAEA). Through her teaching, mentorship, and personal art practice, Nicole continues to inspire others to explore and celebrate the power of creativity.

Ken Klopack

Ken Klopack is a Chicago-based artist and educator with over five decades of experience in art education and visual arts. After earning a BA in Art Education from Northeastern Illinois University in 1971 and a Master's in Gifted Education in 1989, Ken taught in Chicago Public Schools for 34 years, receiving numerous accolades, including the prestigious Golden Apple Award and the Kohl International Teaching Award.

As a practicing artist, Ken has been deeply involved in the Chicagoland art scene, exhibiting his work at prominent events such as the Gold Coast Art Fair and the Hyde Park Art Fair. His art has also been showcased at the New York Art Expo and Galerie Hamptons in Long Island. In 2007, Ken was invited to participate in Chicago’s COOL GLOBES PROJECT, where his piece, The Intelligent Earth, was displayed along the lakefront and now resides on permanent loan at a Chicago Public School.

Ken has also contributed to the art world as a political cartoonist since 1978, with his work featured in publications like Chicago Art Scene 2000. Today, he continues his creative journey as an art education consultant, visual artist, and Chicago Program Student Teacher Supervisor for Miami University, inspiring future generations of artists and educators.

Kurt Kreissl

Kurt Kreissl is a painter whose work explores organic form, fluid movement, and the interplay between figurative elements and portraiture. Using a variety of mediums—including oil, acrylic, graphite, and digital formats—Kurt brings his dynamic vision to life. Raised across the United States, he eventually settled in Chicago, Illinois, where he earned a BFA in Graphic Design from DePaul University.

During his studies, Kurt discovered his passion for painting, refining his skills in both acrylic and oil. Since graduating, he has participated in numerous group and juried exhibitions, showcasing his ability to capture the tension between transformation and form. Kurt’s work celebrates the ever-evolving nature of existence, translating movement and emotion into compelling visual narratives.

Annie Larsen

Bio coming soon!

Susan Lee

Angela Lensch

Angela Lensch is a sculptural jeweler based in Egg Harbor, Wisconsin. Growing up on a farm near Decorah, Iowa, Angela discovered her love for art early on, eventually earning her BFA in Sculpture and Furniture from the Minneapolis College of Art and Design. She now channels her creative expertise into crafting sculptural jewelry in gold and silver, blending intricate design with timeless elegance.

In May 2014, Angela opened the Angela Lensch Gallery in a beautifully restored turn-of-the-century log home on the south end of Egg Harbor. Located at 7653 State Highway 42, her gallery showcases her jewelry alongside the work of other talented artists, offering visitors a unique and intimate art experience in the heart of Door County.

Olivia McLean

Olivia McLean is a dedicated artist and art educator whose creative practice is deeply influenced by her teaching career. After earning a Master of Arts in Teaching from the School of the Art Institute of Chicago, Olivia began teaching art to K-3rd grade students in Northfield, Illinois. Her passion for education extends into her personal art, where she incorporates patterns, mixed media, illustration, and realism into her work.

A champion of sustainability, Olivia frequently uses recycled materials in her projects, blending fragments from previous creations into new works. This cyclical approach reflects her belief that every finished piece can inspire the next. Olivia’s work often explores themes of nature and place, influenced by her Chicago upbringing and summers spent hiking, biking, and teaching art camps in Door County, Wisconsin.

For EGGstravaganza 2025, Olivia has drawn inspiration from Wisconsin's geology, creating patterns that feature the state’s unique rocks, gems, and minerals, including Galena, Azurite, Malachite, and Red Granite. Her art celebrates the natural beauty of Wisconsin while connecting with her lifelong love of teaching and creative exploration.

Jeff Olson

Jeffrey Olson developed his interest in sculpture early in his bachelor studies, and when he did his Masters degree split its emphasis between sculpture and painting. He taught art for 35 years at all levels. During that time he taught a night sculpture class for the Milwaukee Area Technical College in addition to his full time art position. Since retiring in 2003 he has made sculpture his primary area of work.

Since then he has done 8 large limestone sculptures throughout the county. His interest in doing monumental sculpture started soon after graduating from college with a statue of Chief Namekagon for a park in northern Wisconsin. Most recently he completed 5 statues of saints for the Stella Maris Parish, and a sculpture of a fireman, “Final Alarm”, to honor those firefighters who lost their lives on duty with the Appleton Fire Department.

Though primarily using Door County limestone he has also worked in wood, and has national reputation working in snow sculpture. He has won numerous awards in many national and international snow sculpture events. His artworks are in private and public collections throughout the US and in 7 foreign countries.

Kandy Otto

Kanella (Kandy) Otto is an artist who specializes in creating beautiful works of art that reflect the nature around us. Kandy's unique process involves working with copper, which she manipulates to create shapes and textures before applying natural patinas to bring out the details. Each piece reacts differently to the patinas, adding excitement and unpredictability to the process. She then applies oil glazes and utilizes
mark-making tools to add layers of color and textures that respond to changes in light to create a dynamic effect.

Kandy's art is heavily influenced by her love of nature and her belief in the Divine Artist who created it. She hopes that her works will inspire viewers to reflect on the beauty and truth of the natural world. Her art is also influenced by her favorite books, music, and visuals that reflect that which is "true, honorable, just, pure, lovely, commendable, and praiseworthy."

Kandy's art has been displayed at various galleries and exhibits in Door County and Green Bay, where it has been well received by viewers. In addition to her work with copper, she also enjoys working in pastels to create scenes of Door County. Both mediums are displayed here at Woodwalk Gallery and in Get Real Café – Sturgeon Bay.

Overall, Kandy's art is a testament to her dedication, passion, and skill as an artist, and a reflection of the
beauty and wonder of the world around us.

Debora Perinno

Perrino is a member of the Association of Wisconsin Artists as well as the Janesville Art League and has exhibited extensively in the Janesville and Whitewater areas. In addition to the Grand Champion artist award, she has also earned top honors from the Wisconsin Regional Art Program, Janesville Art League and Egg Harbor EGGstravaganza to name a few.

Annella Platta

Annella Platta is an artist and educator with a deep passion for music and the visual arts. A graduate of the University of Wisconsin–Stevens Point with a Bachelor of Arts degree, Annella has spent over a decade teaching Suzuki piano throughout the Midwest. Alongside her musical pursuits, she is dedicated to preserving and sharing the Polish tradition of pisanki—creating intricate, hand-painted eggs using a wax-resist technique.

Taught by her mother at a young age, Annella has continued to refine this craft, offering demonstrations and leading pisanki classes for all ages. Her work has been showcased at cultural festivals and art exhibits, including Roots – The Ties That Bind at the Center for the Visual Arts in Wausau, WI (2016), EGGstravaganza in Egg Harbor, WI (2019), and Art Tile America with the Tile Heritage Foundation in Healdsburg, CA (2021).

Annella’s pieces are celebrated across Wisconsin and the Twin Cities, combining tradition and artistry to create unique, meaningful works.

Crystal Pothoff

Crystal "Cris" Pothoff is an artist and educator specializing in the intricate art of pysanky, a wax-resist batik technique on eggshells. Introduced to the craft in 2005 by Shelly Janikowski, Cris honed her skills under the guidance of esteemed instructors, including Luba Perchyshyn, founder of the Ukrainian Gift Shop. Since 2008, she has been sharing her passion for pysanky by teaching workshops in central Illinois, inspiring others to explore this timeless tradition.

In 2016, Cris expanded her artistic repertoire by studying acrylic painting and drawing at Illinois Central College and joining the Illinois Art League. These experiences introduced her to new techniques and media, allowing her to incorporate diverse styles into her work. Her art, deeply inspired by landscapes and nature, reflects her belief that creativity is a spiritual process, breathing life and beauty into every piece she creates.

Cris draws inspiration from St. Basil the Great, whose words resonate with her mission as an artist: “The world is a work of art displayed for the beholding of all people; to make them known Him who created it.” Through her art, Cris invites others to see and appreciate the beauty in the world around them.

Bryce Remy

Bryce Remy is a passionate public artist with a unique talent for transforming community projects into meaningful works of art. His journey began with the Oshkosh Nutcrackers on the Town project, where he contributed to the creation of 50 eight-foot-tall nutcracker sculptures inspired by the Paine Art Center & Gardens’ Nutcracker event. Bryce’s dedication to art and collaboration shone through in his completion of Humanities, a project left unfinished by another artist who lost his battle with cancer. Partnering with the artist’s group, Bryce ensured the project was completed, honoring its vision with a dynamic piece featuring four arms holding different forms of art.

In 2018, Bryce joined Oshkosh’s Operation: Lake Fly, creating the acrylic piece FLYing Colors, a rainbow-hued sculpture with a holographic finish that shifts in the sunlight. He returned in 2021 to design FLYing Blue Angel, a tribute to Oshkosh’s EAA Airshow, inspired by the Blue Angels fighter jets. Both pieces are permanently installed on the Oshkosh Riverwalk.

Since 2021, Bryce has worked with Destination Sturgeon Bay, completing two cherry and two bass sculptures. His first cherry featured a mosaic of Leinenkugel bottlecaps shaped into Door County’s outline, while his second showcased a tiger swallowtail in hues of blue. His bass creations, Beer Battered Bass and a solar-lit freeform design with stained glass panels, highlight his innovative use of materials like bottlecaps and stained glass.

Bryce’s work reflects his dedication to blending community storytelling and artistic craftsmanship, turning public art projects into lasting symbols of creativity and connection.

Larry Schultz

Larry Schultz is a Wisconsin-born artist whose work reflects his deep connection to nature and the outdoors. Influenced by his early fascination with the intricate details of his surroundings—from blades of grass to the texture of aged wood—Larry developed a lifelong passion for capturing creation on paper and canvas. Encouraged by his mother’s simple drawings and his natural talent, he pursued his interest in art through grade school and advanced his education with degrees in Commercial Art and Art Education.

Larry’s artistic career spans teaching, conducting painting workshops, designing murals for homes and public spaces, and participating in juried exhibitions. His award-winning work has been featured on magazine covers, posters, and fine art prints and is held in public and private collections across the United States, Europe, and Asia.

Working in a variety of mediums, Larry finds his greatest joy in oil painting, where he balances intimacy and emotion with the detail and mood of his subjects, including landscapes, animals, and portraits. His creativity extends to life-sized sculptures, theatrical sets, and murals, including contributions to Madison's Cows on Parade and Buckys on Parade. Larry’s art invites viewers to connect with the beauty and wonder of the natural world.

Events

History

In 2014, the Public Arts Committee celebrated the Village of Egg Harbor’s 50th anniversary by hosting its inaugural public art event, EggStravaganza. It has become a pivotal community event.

2019

The Second EGGstravaganza

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Innagural EGGstravaganza

2014

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