The Gray Area is a project space located adjacent to Hawthorn Contemporary. Created in 2023, it's dedicated to showcasing emerging artists creating experimental works and exhibitions.
The programming at The Gray Area is diverse and adaptable, hosting student collectives of artists and curators who have a well-defined project vision and seek a platform to showcase their work.
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UPCOMING EXHIBITION
IN VISIBLE
February 28 - February 29, 2026
Opening Reception: 6-9PM Saturday, February 28, 2026
Gray Area is pleased to present In Visible, featuring emerging artists from the Milwaukee Institute of Art & Design working with ideas of personal aesthetic and transformation.
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J ALLEN
RIVER ANDERSEN
TANVI BHARADWAJ
AVA RENE’ BURRUS-DESSERT
HAYDEN HOWE
ISRAEL ISLAS
LEVI JOHNSON
SOPHIA MOLOCH
MAKAILAH POSER
JULIAN ALEJANDRO RIOS
PASCAL ROTELLA
ISABELLA SAUR
BRODY SAVALA-ALCOCK
JADEN SPITZER
EMMA STEMPIEN
ANNA VALENTI
ATLAS W.
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