This new art gallery is in a renovated funeral home from the 20s! The building is beautiful and the…read morenew owner (an artist herself) has helped to restore many of its wonderful and historic qualities. I attended an opening night event here and was delighted to hear from one of the artists who drove in from Chicago. Two separate artists were featured at the time. Both had art having to do with repurposing items. I also got to see the basement where studio spaces are rented. Definitely a nice spot for an artist in need of such a space. Admission is FREE! Also, check out their gift shop of original, artist- made items.

The staff is lovely, but the owner is a jerk. I wanted a small reframe done, but he didn't want to…read moretake the frame apart to do it. So he sent me home to take the frame apart myself. When I returned with the pieces, he quoted me three times what he had originally, claiming the parts would damage his machine (not true). When I called the original Madison framer who did the work, they told me that they wish I hadn't taken it apart because there's a "correct" way to do it. This guy is just in it for the money. So if you have enough to buy an Hermes bag. You can always get the box framed there-- happily I'm sure.

I've used the Great Frame Up for several years. Each piece has been thoughtfully designed and…read moreexcellently executed. The owner and staff are fun and knowledgeable to talk art with. And they have a variety of art for purchase. Fun asset!

My cousin from NY flew in and we wanted some adult fun that would be creative but not take up an…read moreentire day or require extreme skill. It checked all those boxes! We made gorgeous charcuterie boards and had a blast doing it! The young lady working there was a delight and so helpful (and patient) and walked us through all the steps! I can't wait to go back. I highly recommend for any age or skill set.

Great summer camp for the kids! Lots of fun projects and the staff was very kind and patient…read more Definitely recommend!

Black Cat Alley is an eclectic art experience in Milwaukee. It's what Black Alley calls "an outdoor…read moreart gallery" or simply said a collection of cool murals. I love seeking out new street art, so I added this alley to my Milwaukee itinerary. You can say it was right up my alley. LOCATION: I Uber'ed to the East Side to the Axe Bar (AXE MKE) which is right next to the alley. You'll find the alley behind the historic Oriental Theater at the intersection of North Avenue and Ivanhoe. Entry from Prospect Avenue and Ivanhoe are both available. Personally, I get lost everywhere and found it right away entering from the Prospect Avenue. The locals must not all know about this alley because my Uber driver was unfamiliar with this location. The area has some cool businesses, grab some food nearby! ART: Free and open 24/7. You'll find 21 murals by 24 different artists in the alley. You'll find the stories behind the art on Black Cat Alley's website or via QR codes next to the art. All murals are vibrant and creative. It's an equivalent of a museum where you'll linger by the art and try to find some meaning. The art is by global artists from places like Germany, Colombia, and others. My favorite mural was Catalina Bayona's "We Are All Immigrants" depicting wild animals and migration. It's very powerful when you think about it a little longer. All art is photogenic but be sure to check what releases you'll need for any commercial use. I wish that every city had art alleys. It's such a creative way to beautify cities. I look forward to my next visit to Milwaukee and another visit to the alley. I'll read up more about the art here before my next visit.

[Please keep in mind I travel a lot and hunt graffiti everywhere so this review is a direct…read morecomparison to other graffiti areas.] It's a small alley dedicated to graffiti. Some professional, some tagging. Some look like they were commissioned, some you can tell some were definitely done on the fly. It's not the best graffiti but I appreciate that Milwaukee has a small dedication to one of my favorite things- graffiti. Also- it's a safe alley. We went early in the morning and got donuts nearby. Drove by again a day later and a boba place is right around the corner.

Not sure how to rate this place. It seems really cool, at least like they have really cool pop up…read moreevents but at the same time they seem really standoffish.. Let me clarify and justify this statement. You own a building in Riverwest and you take care of said building by doing all the things to help improve the overall look of the place but you don't really seem to reach out to the neighborhood as whole. There in lies the problem. What I've seen from the Ski Club, such as the RW24 event as a pop up spot and the place was ungodly packed, was really cool. Every time I walk by, actually I live on the same block and see what is done over here constantly. Pop up show after pop up show with all different art setups. So far so good but as I said you live in the neighborhood, reach out to the neighborhood, especially your immediate neighbors. Maybe though they're just to good for people like me... This is what get's this place a 3 star review, barely...

From the owner: The Ski Club is an artist run contemporary art space located in the Riverwest neighborhood of…read moreMilwaukee Wisconsin. We are focused on exhibitions and artist run projects that contribute something unique to the art landscape of Milwaukee.