GO FISH!
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Madison Flower Flash, 2021
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Updated Bike Rack. Photo courtesy of the artist and Madison Public Art Project
​​​​Updated August 21, 2025
3911 Fish Hatchery Rd. Fitchburg, WI 53711​​​
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The artist Brooke Wentland is a Madison based art director, painter, and graphic designer. This functional bike rack that from mouth to tail spans 18’ long x 6.4 ' high and 3' wide. Marking our first Artful Additions project, Madison Public Art Project's new initiative to provide new and unexpected moments of art found throughout the city providing further engagement with public art in new spaces. These projects are designed to further explore shared spaces where people from diverse backgrounds can join together for moments of interaction and connection. ​​
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GO FISH! is a functional bike rack that was fabricated and dedicated to the Nevin Fish Hatchery, the oldest managed DNR facility, by Metro Transit in 2003. This hatchery location manages fish resources to promote a healthy and sustainable environment. Artist, Brooke Wentland, was commissioned by the Madison Public Art Project to revitalize this public art “sculpture” depicting a colorful brook trout, a native fish found in Wisconsin waters and raised at the Hatchery. Wentland’s artistic visual narrative reinterprets the fish species’ distinctive marble pattern and spotted sides in a colorful Pop Art inspired expression.
This Public Art project encourages use of the nearby Capitol City State Trail, inspires all to enjoy the great outdoors of Wisconsin and offers an exciting and unexpected way to engage with art in our everyday lives.
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This project is commissioned by the Madison Public Art Project in partnership with the Nevin Fish Hatchery. Thank you to our Bronze Sponsor: D&S Bait, Tackle & Fly Shop, Madison Bikes grant, and the generosity of private donors for making this project possible. Stay tuned for upcoming events! ​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​
Artist, Brooke Wentland begins the painting process.
Photo credit: Madison Public Art Project
Artist inspiration for her Bike Rack design depicting the Brook Trout Species
Nevin Fish Hatchery Staff prepares by power washing the rack in advance of the artist painting.
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MPAP Board Members celebrate success of bike rack priming.
Photo credit: Madison Public Art Project
Artist, Brooke Wentland paints the head of the rack in her uplifting color palette.
Photo credit: Madison Public Art Project
About the Artist @brookewentland.art
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Brooke is an art director and graphic designer located in Madison, Wisconsin.
"I have had my hand in many applications of design. My work can be seen on Schwinn or Mongoose bicycles, environmental-related signage at our city or state parks, logos on various products, and I also have experience with national branding and clients such as Verizon, Smuckers, Tippmann (paintball), Folgers, and Jif, and I have created many designs which include the adorable Pillsbury doughboy. I love creating booklets and brochures and enjoy the challenge of page layout. My work has focused on technical materials, specifically engineering strategy and processes, challenging me to take abstract and complex subject matter and formulate design solutions that engage and inform while maintaining an appropriate image for the organization. I enjoy work that promotes local events and organizations as it allows me to contribute to my community and local causes".
About Nevin Fish Hatchery
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"Nevin is the oldest of all DNR-managed lands, acquired by the state in 1876 for use as a fish hatchery. The Nevin Springs Fish and Wildlife Area is located in the City of Fitchburg south of the City of Madison and is adjacent to the Nevin Fish Hatchery, the DNR's South Central Regional Office and Service Center. The area is managed for fish and wildlife habitat with hunting and other secondary, compatible recreational activities. The property's fourteen natural springs are part of the Nine Springs E-Way Corridor and feed into the Yahara River System. The Capital City State Trail now passes through the natural area portion of the property; it is included in the Capital Springs Centennial Recreational Planning Boundary."
Artist, Brooke Wentland & MPAP Director celebrate the completed bike rack.
Photo credit: Madison Public Art Project
Art & Music
The artist was excited to add her custom playlist to the MPAP Artist Spotify channel.
Listen to the curated music playlist by Brooke Wentland here!
Upcoming Art Walk!
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Stay tuned for upcoming events to meet the artist, see this bike rack art, and learn more about this project.
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FREE Coloring Book Pages!
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Download the coloring book pages here created for this project by the artist.
You can paint your own fish designs inspired by this fun and funky bike rack art! ​​​
All Photos â“’ Madison Public Art Project