About The Event
Gather in the Gallery dinners are back – with some fun new details! Join us for an unparalleled dining experience in the gallery at the SCA creatively curated to celebrate Bryanna Manning and her exhibition, Mother Lake. Co-created by Mindy Trafman, esteemed chef and level 3 Sommelier with Lulu Cadiuex, this intimate dinner experience thoughtfully weaves together the wonders of both visual and culinary arts.
The menu is consciously crafted to reflect the artist’s current work and themes with fresh and inventive dishes and drinks. Dinners include multiple courses of unique and seasonal flavors and perfectly paired beverages – including a specialty cocktail and hors d’oeuvres to start!
During dinner, guests will enjoy sharing stories directly with a professional artist and other guests. Conversations will be sparked and influenced by the topics covered in Bryanna’s work, and are sure to delightfully accompany your meal.
About The Artists
Bryanna Manning
Bryanna Manning is a West Michigan–based painter inspired by the natural world and the Great Lakes. Living in the woods near Lake Michigan, and drawing inspiration from her family cottage in Northern Michigan, she seeks to capture the magic of childhood summers spent at the shore—capturing the sense that anything is possible, that the natural world is good, and that beauty surrounds us.
Her work is influenced by modern impressionism, featuring loose brushwork, vibrant color, and a strong sense of light. Bryanna builds texture through paint, medium, and the interplay of line, shape, and color, creating layered surfaces that invite close observation.
Through her paintings, she hopes to evoke the feeling of cherished places and time spent outside with loved ones. Bryanna’s landscapes celebrate the joy, freedom, and wonder of nature, reminding us that the places we love will be there for us, again and again.
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Mindy Trafman
Mindy Trafman, Chef + Sommelier with Lulu Cadieux, is an acclaimed chef and level 3 sommelier. Working as a chef, level 3 sommelier and educator, Mindy brings a wealth of knowledge and culinary experience to the table!
