River Press, a new art studio, shop, and gallery featuring exclusively Milwaukee-local artists, is opening in Milwaukee's Riverwest neighborhood. Founded by local printmaker Mya Giuliani, the space will host a grand opening on August 2, 2025, with coffee from Ella's Café, a tintype photographer, and a tattoo flash event with Patchwork Collective. The venue will sell affordable art from over 40 local artists, with prices ranging from $5 to $300, and will feature a rotating Micro Gallery starting with Sarah Jane Sutterfield's exhibition 'Life Should Make More Sense Than This' on August 29.
This opening matters because it strengthens Riverwest's identity as a self-sustaining art community, providing a dedicated platform for Milwaukee artists to build long-term careers. By offering accessible pricing and community-oriented programming like workshops and artist talks, River Press aims to make art a central, inclusive part of neighborhood life, supporting local creative economies and fostering grassroots cultural engagement.