ELM GROVE - Mary Inden, owner of The
Gilded Edge, said she considers her gallery a hybrid in her
industry.
"We have all levels of art, from abstracts to antiques and
originals to posters," she said. "We also do very custom
framing at all levels."
Inden said she started the business in 1988 and over the years
it has evolved into a gallery that focuses on a variety of art
styles and international as well as local and regional artists. To
embrace the fine arts, Inden hosts several shows and events
throughout the year.
"Our current show titled ‘Art from Around the World’
features international artists from Spain, Ukraine, France, Peru,
China, U.S. artists from Atlanta, Los Angeles, Kewaskum and Elm
Grove," she said. "We have originals and limited edition
giclees."
Kun Lee, an artist from Atlanta, has been displaying his
artwork at The Gilded Edge for the past six years and said the
location is unique.
"The people are very sincere and express their
appreciation for my art," he said. "My style is unique
and the people at The Gilded Edge have been very
supportive."
Lee said he primarily paints original oils of nature.
"My style is my impression, my vision of things in
nature," he said. "I use vibrant colors and unusual
settings and perspectives to portray the beauty of the
earth."
Inden said the events such as this spring’s "Art from
Around the World" gives everyday people a chance to
experience the fine arts.
"In most instances, when I ask clients about their art,
they tell me that it touches their souls," she said. "We
want our clients to experience the beauty or emotion that is
expressed by the individual artists."
Inden said people who come to The Gilded Edge during one of the
shows or any time can expect a wide variety for the senses.
"We have floral, figurative and landscapes and have chosen
the artists and their works for their appeal to many people,"
she said. "We are the least intimidating galleries in the
metropolitan area. Many people have told us that they love to
visit. Visiting is the key word."
Inden said her goal is make people feel comfortable just
looking.
"We don’t ‘sell’ anything," she said. "Our
clients choose to take something home that they absolutely
love."
IF YOU GO
WHAT: The Gilded Edge
WHERE: 13475 Watertown Plank Road, Elm Grove
FOR MORE: call (262) 782-2803
M/R/F 9 to 5:30
T/W 9 to 6:30
S 9 to 3
