The Gift Shop "Artist of the Month"

The Gift Shop "Artist of the Month" for September is Patti Pfaendtner.

Patti Pfaendtner (PFA) is a mixed media artist. She prides herself on finding innovative and unique uses for discarded and/or vintage materials, including found metal, flea market dolls, exotic wood, antique drawers, clay, and vintage text. Each art piece is original and is created with an eye towards whimsy, fantasy, and surprise. Her works often carry a special meaning, reflected by their titles and wording within them.

"Believe"

"Crown Fish"

"Little Things"

"Moon"

(Remember, the letters in parentheses after Patti's name shows her code. When you see that code on work in The Gift Shop, you will know she created it.)

The Gift Shop is so lucky to have Patti as one of our resident artists!


Showing now at Anton Art Center:
Romeo Guild of Art Members Show  July 8 - August 31, 2017. Featuring artwork by members of the Romeo Guild of Art. Today is the last day to see these wonderful pieces of art!

Coming soon to Anton Art Center:
Members' Exhibition 2017  Sept. 5 -Oct. 13, 2017. Featuring the artwork of new and existing Anton Art Center members. When you see the show, be sure to vote for your favorite piece through the "People's Choice Award"!

Artists' Choice Group Show Sept. 9 - Oct. 12 2017. This show will feature selected works from members of the Lakeside Palette Club of St. Clair Shores (LPC), the Mount Clemens Art Association (MCAA), and the Warren Tri-County Fine Arts Association, Inc. (WTCFA). Juried by Robert Fionda.

Birds and Blooms

Birds and Flowers are a favorite subject for many artists, including artists here at The Gift Shop. This week we will look at the work of artists Catherine Firmbach, Hilda Havlik, and Helena Kuttner-Giasson..

Catherine Firmbach (FIR) is one of our photographers. Among her many works are some lovely photos of birds and flowers. Her work is available as prints, framed prints, and greeting cards.

Hilda Havlik (HAV) is another one of our photgraphers, and her bird and flower portraits are so charming. Her work is available as prints, framed prints, and greeting cards.

Helena Kuttner-Giasson (KUTT) chooses many subjects for her paintings. Here are some of her very pretty flower and bird works, available as original pieces, matted prints, greeting cards, wine charms, and key fobs.

Bring the beauty of Birds and Blooms into your home, or as gifts for someone special.

(Remember, 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.)

Showing now at Anton Art Center:

Palette and Brush Club Show   June 13 - August 25 in the main floor galleries. These are the last days for this show featuring selected artwork by members of the Palette & Brush Club of Southfield. 

Romeo Guild of Art Members Show  July 8 - August 31, 2017. Featuring artwork by members of the Romeo Guild of Art. 

More Garden Art for your home

Here at The Gift Shop there are still more artists whose creations bring the garden into your home.
This week we will look at the work of Anna Hughes, Winnie Chrzanowski, David Dinsdale, and Pete Snodgrass.

Anna Hughes (HUG) has brought us some of her beautiful hanging glass garden mosaics. Each is a framed 16"x11" piece.

Winnie Chrzanowski (CHRZ) is a photographer of many subjects. Her flower and insect portraits are so vivid. Many of her photos are also available as cards and magnets.

David Dinsdale (DINS) is also a photographer who has turned his photos into glass bread boards, and coasters. Here are some of his garden inspired creations.

Pete Snodgrass (SNOD) is a watercolor artist. Each of his paintings and cards is an original.

(Remember, 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.)


Showing now at Anton Art Center:
Palette and Brush Club Show   June 13 - August 25 in the main floor galleries. This show features selected artwork by members of the Palette & Brush Club of Southfield. 

Romeo Guild of Art Members Show  July 8 - August 31, 2017. Featuring artwork by members of the Romeo Guild of Art. 

Bring the Garden Indoors

It is wonderful to stroll through gardens at this time of year. Here at The Gift Shop we have art that will bring that same feeling of wonder into your home.
This week we will look at the garden art of: Cheryl English, Chris Charron, and Lynn Conlen.

Cheryl English (ENG) is a very well known clay artist, and garden expert. We have her pretty little table top birdbaths. Each is embellished with a clay leaf formed from an actual leaf from one of our native trees.

Chris Charron (CHAR) is a photographer. His flower photos are stunning.

Lynn Conlen (CON) is a clay artist who has created the sweetest ceramic butterflies. Some are made to stand on their own, others to hang on the wall.

(Remember, 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.)

Enjoy your summer inside and out!

Showing now at Anton Art Center:
Palette and Brush Club Show   June 13 - August 25 in the main floor galleries. This show features selected artwork by members of the Palette & Brush Club of Southfield. 

Romeo Guild of Art Members Show  July 8 - August 31, 2017. Featuring artwork by members of the Romeo Guild of Art. 

The Gift Shop "Artist of the Month"

Irma Reinboth is the "Artist of the Month" for August here at The Gift Shop.

Irma Reinboth (REI) was born and raised in Mount Clemens. She has been painting in oils for many years. She recently began painting directly onto wood using dye, and then embellishing with oil pen or ink, in a process known as: "Wood Batik". Irma learned this process from a well-known Hawaiian artist named Ricky Pa.
In her own words: " I love seeing how each painting I create is going to turn out. The grain and hardness of  each piece of wood takes the dye differently, making every painting unique."

Framed 8x10  "Blue Cheek Butterfly Fish"

Framed 6x11 "European Robin"

Framed 8x10 "Michigan Oriole"

Framed 6.5x11 "Western Scrub Jay"

Framed 6x11 "Yellow Warbler of Oklahoma"

Come in soon and see these lovely, vibrant paintings for yourself.

Showing now at Anton Art Center:
Palette and Brush Club Show   June 13 - August 25 in the main floor galleries. This show features selected artwork by members of the Palette & Brush Club of Southfield. 

Romeo Guild of Art Members Show  July 8 - August 31, 2017. Featuring artwork by members of the Romeo Guild of Art.