Still more Gift Shop Art at ArtParty

ArtParty is almost here! Join us for an evening of dining and entertainment at the "Golden" ArtParty Celebration! 

This year's 50th anniversary outdoor gala features 25 local restaurants, silent auction with original artworks, 50/50 raffle, and complimentary bar. Voted Best of the Best!

Another big "THANK-YOU" to our own Gift Shop Artists for their generous donations of their art to the Silent Auction part of ArtParty. 

Just last week Mino Watanabe donated two of her charming original paintings.

"Magnolia" by Mino Watanabe

"Strawberry Fruit Spirit" by Mino Watanabe

Our Gift Shop Artists Michael Daitch, Darleen Urbanek, and Marianna Defer-Pfeifer will be a part of ArtParty demonstrating their artistic talents. 

Michael Daitch is a master weaver. He teaches weaving here at Anton Art Center, and he as also donated three of his hand woven scarves to the Silent Auction! 

Hand weaving demo by Michael Daitch 

Darleen Urbanek will demonstrate how she creates her unique painted portraits.

"Laughing Dog" by Darlene Urbanek

Marianna Defer-Pfeifer is an accomplished painter. She will be part of the "Plein-Air" demonstration.

"Lake Michigan" by Marianna Defer-Pfeifer

 Come "Celebrate the Arts" with us at our "Golden" ArtParty event!

Showing now at Anton Art Center: 

"Survivor Art Quilts & Photography Exhibit" August 17- October 10. An exhibit featuring a collection of collaborative art quilts and youth photography and writing pairings shared by survivors of domestic and sexual assault. Presented by Turning Point of Macomb County.

"Artists' Choice Group Show"  September 7 - October 10. Selected works from members of the Lakeside Palette Club of St. Clair Shores, the Mount Clemens Art Association, the Romeo Guild of Art, and the Warren Tri-County Fine Arts Association, Inc. Juried by Christine A. Ritchie.

While you are at ArtParty, check-out the current exhibits, and of course...The Gift Shop!

More Art for ArtParty!

More Art for ArtParty!

Our Gift Shop artists have been so generous to donate their artwork to the "Silent Auction" event in ArtParty. The artworks of Jan Lindell-Meinhard, Daren Dundee, Jeremy Brooks, Skylar Bre'z, Michael Daitch, and Patti Phaendtner, are featured below.

 large leaf platter by Jan Lindell-Meinhard

"Social Mixer" by Daren Dundee

"Abstract Art in a Can" by Daren Dundee

hand-painted, Nano felted, beaded shawl by Skylar Bre'z

hand-woven scarf by Michael Daitch

"Golden Anniversary" by Patti Phaendtner

crocheted(yes-crocheted!) porcelain Tea Bowl by Jeremy Brooks

ArtParty is a great time to party in Mount Clemens! Unique Art, Good food, Music, Dancing, Meet and Greet, and a fund-raiser for all the Anton Art Center offers the community!

 Showing now at Anton Art Center: 

"Survivor Art Quilts & Photography Exhibit" August 17- October 10. An exhibit featuring a collection of collaborative art quilts and youth photography and writing pairings shared by survivors of domestic and sexual assault. Presented by Turning Point of Macomb County.

"Artists' Choice Group Show"  September 7 - October 10. Selected works from members of the Lakeside Palette Club of St. Clair Shores, the Mount Clemens Art Association, the Romeo Guild of Art, and the Warren Tri-County Fine Arts Association, Inc. Juried by Christine A. Ritchie.

While you are at ArtParty, check-out the current exhibits, and of course...The Gift Shop!

Gift Shop Artists are part of ArtParty 2019

ArtParty is the big fund raiser for Anton Art Center. Recently voted Macomb County's Best Local Event for the second year running in the Macomb Daily Reader's Choice Awards, ArtParty brings hundreds of arts supporters together for an evening of dining and dancing to celebrate the work the Anton Art Center is doing in and for our community. The ArtParty has become a longstanding event that showcases the Anton Art Center as a cultural jewel in Macomb County, and this year will also be celebrating the Anton Art Center's milestone 50th anniversary!

The Gift Shop Artists are a big part of the festivities! Some have donated artwork for the "Silent Auction", and others will be demonstrating their craft during the ArtParty.
This week we will look at the some of the "Silent Auction" entries from our current and previous Gift Shop artists: Alyssa Diebolt, Karen DeCarlo, Cindy VanHaaren, George Bochnig, and Karen Cazabon.

Vibrant fused glass by Alyssa Diebolt

cold wax and silk painting by Karen DeCarlo

stunning painted silk lamp with birch base by Cindy Van Haaren

etched Venetian glass vases by George Bochnig

painting by Karen Cazabon

Come "Celebrate the Arts" with us at ArtParty,  September 26. Tickets available on our website  theartcenter.org/artparty

 Showing now at Anton Art Center: 

"Survivor Art Quilts & Photography Exhibit" August 17- October 10. An exhibit featuring a collection of collaborative art quilts and youth photography and writing pairings shared by survivors of domestic and sexual assault. Presented by Turning Point of Macomb County.

"Artists' Choice Group Show"  September 7 - October 10. Selected works from members of the Lakeside Palette Club of St. Clair Shores, the Mount Clemens Art Association, the Romeo Guild of Art, and the Warren Tri-County Fine Arts Association, Inc. Juried by Christine A. Ritchie.

The Gift Shop "Artist of the Month" for September

The Gift Shop "Artist of the Month" for September is Gloria Goeddeke.

The late Gloria Goeddeke was a renowned artist who found beauty in all things. In her work she attempted to convey her high regard for man and nature. Gloria painted in oil, watercolor, and pastels.

Throughout her career she lectured and demonstrated for various art clubs, taught both publicly and privately and was a juror for many exhibits. 

She studied her art all over the world and her paintings are in public and private collections nationally and internationally. Gloria had a long relationship with the Anton Art Center in Mount Clemens, dating almost to its founding in 1969. 

In The Gift Shop we carry Gloria's paintings framed, and as prints.

Showing now at Anton Art Center: 

"Survivor Art Quilts & Photography Exhibit" August 17- October 10. An exhibit featuring a collection of collaborative art quilts and youth photography and writing pairings shared by survivors of domestic and sexual assault. Presented by Turning Point of Macomb County.

Coming Soon to Anton Art Center:

"Artists' Choice Group Show"  September 7 - October 10. Selected works from members of the Lakeside Palette Club of St. Clair Shores, the Mount Clemens Art Association, the Romeo Guild of Art, and the Warren Tri-County Fine Arts Association, Inc. Juried by Christine A. Ritchie.

Opening Reception & Awards Saturday, September 7, 2-4pm, refreshments provided by participating artist groups.