Two Maquoketa artists, Forrest Grey and Nolan Smith, have joined forces to present art from the spookier side of life. Their artwork will be on display at Maquoketa Art Experience during September and October 2026. Vox Obscura gives a voice to some of the oddities we normally conceal. These artists were inspired by musings of humanity, afflictions, symbolism and surrealism.

Forrest and Nolan have an affinity for the spooky, celebrating their marriage on Halloween Day.  Both artists are self taught. Nolan will primarily display charcoal and colored pencil pieces. Forrest will focus on oil pastel, graphite, and other materials.

When you find shadows, you can also find light.  Join us… for an experience amongst shadows and the light that casts them.

Also Featuring art from the DAAC.  The Dubuque Area Arts Collective (DAAC) is a 501c3 Non Profit Organization whose mission is to provide opportunities for growth and development for new and emerging artists of all media in Dubuque, Iowa and the surrounding communities.

Plan to join us for an Artists’ Reception on Saturday, September 12th from 2-4 pm