The Gift Shop is for the birds!

Bird watching is such a popular hobby for so many people, and Spring in Michigan is especially sweet for them. Here at The Gift Shop we have some hand-made, unique, and artful gifts for birds...and the people who love them.
How about a bright hand painted bird house from Mary Tassone?

Mary Tassone (TASS)

                                                             
Here is a very clever bird house in the shape of a trailer from Darlene Bosman. Several styles are available, including a "woody" trailer.

Darleen Bosman (BOS)

                                                         
Bird feeders are another way to show your "bird love". Here is one from Tom Need. The bright orange color is designed to attract Baltimore Orioles. Fill the glass dish with grape jelly and watch them go for it!

Tom Need (NEED)

                                                                    

(Remember...the letters in parentheses after each artist's name show their code. When you see a that code on work in The Gift Shop, you will know who created it.)

Come in and see these gifts for birds, and so much more at The Gift Shop.

While you are at Anton Art Center, be sure to check-out the newest exhibit in the upstairs Community Gallery : "2015 Student and Faculty Show". The work of the talented people who teach classes here at Anton, and the work produced by their students is showcased in this exhibit.
Look and see what you could be inspired to create by taking classes at Anton Art Center. Check out the Summer class schedule  and pick out a class for yourself!

Collage and assemblage artist at The Gift Shop

We are so happy to welcome artist Patti Pfaendtner to The Gift Shop. Patti has been a popular regular at Christmas Markets, now you can find her work year-round here at The Gift Shop!

                                                           Patti Pfaendtner (PFA)

Patti's works are quite unique, from pretty to mystical, and some that are a little bit edgy.
The pieces we have are examples of her wall art assemblages. She employs found objects, vintage elements, collage and distress techniques, and lots of imagination!

Here is another of Patti's pieces. Each is very detailed, and thought provoking.... there is alot going on in each finished work.

Come in to see Patti's work, and all the other interesting, creative, fun, functional, and beautiful art we have here at The Gift Shop.

Garden volunteer(s) needed

We are planning now for a beautiful summer here at Anton Art Center., but we are going to need some help.

We need a dedicated volunteer, or volunteers to maintain our gardens from about mid May through frost. The volunteer(s) would be responsible for watering, weeding, and care of the gardens. The main garden is pictured below. It contains existing perennials, and shrubs. Other garden spaces around the Art Center contain shrubs / trees, and would only need weeding. Outside water is available, but all other tools would be the volunteer(s)' own.

It doesn't look like much now, but with some TLC, it will be brimming with color!

If you are interested, or have questions, email at: giftshop@theartcenter.org . Please put "Gardens" in the subject line.

More Gift Shop News next week!

New artist brings glass wind chimes to The Gift Shop

We have another new artist here at The Gift Shop.
Her name is Theresa Lowe, and she has brought us some beautiful glass wind-chimes. The colors are just wonderful, and the sound they make is so sweet! She has very cleverly attached the chimes to natural wood, and decorated each one with bright beads...you get rustic and refined in the same piece.

Here are a few of the wind-chimes she has crafted:

                                                             Theresa Lowe (LOWE)

(Remember, the letters in parentheses after each artist's name show their code. When you see a that code on work in The Gift Shop, you will know who created it.)

Spring is here, so it's time, (or soon will be) to start decorating your outdoor space. A lovely wind-chime is a great place to start! Come to The Gift Shop and pick one out for yourself.

New watercolor artist at The Gift Shop

We have a new watercolor artist here at The Gift Shop. His name is Richard Aho (his code is: AHO). The paintings he has brought us go from exuberantly bright and modern, to beautifully detailed and realistic. Very nice work!

Here is one of his bright, colorful pieces.

                                                             

This next piece is beautifully rendered. Realistic and evocative at the same time.

This watercolor has a bit of a folk-art feel going on.

Come in and see these and Richard's other works here at The Gift Shop.  

Artists in jewelry, ceramic, watercolor, and fashion at The Gift Shop

Spring is officially here, but the artists of Christmas Market are still on my mind! We had so many talented people who created in different mediums and styles who participated.
Let me introduce you to four more artists from Christmas Market who have decided to join The Gift Shop year-round: Helena Kuttner-Giasson, Denise Jenkins, Anita Wood, and Elizabeth Martin.

Helena Kuttner-Giasson is a truly gifted painter. Her flower paintings are exquisite and beautifully framed.

                                                      Helena Kuttner-Giasson (KUTT)

Denise Jenkins is a talented fabric artist. We are carrying several styles of her scarves, including "Infinity".

                                                               Denise Jenkins (JEN)

Anita Wood creates beautiful jewelry. Her work is classic to contemporary, and everything in between. She even makes one style of necklace that actually "floats" on the neck!

                                                               Anita Wood (WOOD)

Elizabeth Martin has overcome physical challenges to make really lovely ceramics. Pictured is some of her ceramic hearts that she has set in a frame. Very nice!

                                                              Elizabeth Martin (MARTI)

The letters in parentheses after each artist's name show their code. When you see that code on work in The Gift Shop, you will know who created it.

Come to Anton Art Center to see all the lovely work at The Gift Shop, and be sure to check-out the student works on exhibit in the "2015 Macomb County Annual Secondary Student Show" . These young people are so talented!

Prints, glass, and pottery at The Gift Shop

We're not done yet!
For the past weeks, I have been focusing on artists from Christmas Market who have decided to be part of The Gift Shop all year round. This week the spotlight is on Mary Jo Beranek, Alysa Marie Diebolt, and Audrey Long.

Mary Jo Beranek has participated in Christmas Market for many years, so you may recognize her brilliant prints and cards.

Mary Jo Beranek (BERA)

Alysa Marie Diebolt is a glass artist. Pictured is one of her beautiful creations.

Alysa Marie Diebolt (DIE)

Audrey Long makes beautiful pottery pieces. Her glazes are brilliant!

Audrey Long (AL)

Just to remind you... the letters in parentheses show each artists' code. Find the code on a piece of art, and you will know who created it.

Now that the weather has gotten more pleasant, come to downtown Mount Clemens. Stroll around, have lunch, and (of course) come to Anton Art Center. Shop The Gift Shop and check-out the student artwork on exhibit now in the "2015 Macomb County Annual Secondary Student Show".