Gift Shop Artists vs Covid19

I hope everyone is safe and healthy. This is a stressful time for us all, and our Gift Shop Artists are sharing how they are coping by creating!
Today we look at the work of Martha Millis, Rosie Kiley, and Arlene Breiling.

Martha Millis wrote:  "In trying times it is hard to know what to do.   I thought about working on glass several times but couldn’t get motivated.   Your note got me thinking and I am going to start working on Christmas items which I never do this early in the year."

blown glass Christmas ornaments by Martha Millis

more blown glass Christmas ornaments by Martha Millis

Rosie Kiley has also gotten creative. She wrote: "I've started making more hats." Unfortunately, I don't have any photos of Rosie's hats...but I have examples of her pretty purses, and jewelry.

suede and fur purse by Rosie Kiley

denim "Butterfly" purse by Rosie Kiley

lariat necklace and earrings by Rosie Kiley

Arlene Breiling has started putting together more of her one-of-a-kind cloth journals. Each one comes with a ruled tablet that can be replaced as needed.

Anton Art Center and Gift Shop may be closed, but the creativity continues.
Stay safe, and healthy...and keep creating!

New clay artists in The Gift Shop

The Gift Shop has new clay artists who joined us from Holiday Market. This week we will look at the new work of Bearbel Sztumerski, and Cheryl DeLauro, plus returning artist Harold Swanson.

Bearbel Sztumerski has brought us very colorful, and imaginative pieces.

"Chicken Series" pottery by Bearbel Sztumerski

"Flowers" canister by Bearbel Sztumerski

ceramic teapot on wooden base and lid by Bearbel Sztumerski

Cheryl DeLauro creates wonderful eye-catching pieces. Cheryl is also a teacher her at Anton Art Center. Her "Art for Preschoolers" is very popular!

"Seafoam" canister by Cheryl DeLauro

"Star" mug by Cheryl DeLauro

"Under the Sea" bowl by Cheryl DeLauro

Harold Swanson is a returning favorite to The Gift Shop. His pottery is classically beautiful.

ceramic dish and covered jar by Harold Swanson

red swirl dish by Harold Swanson

blue bowl by Harold Swanson

Showing now at Anton Art Center: 
Macomb County 7-12 Annual Student Show March 7 - April 7, 2020

Congratulations to the many talented art students across Macomb County whose work has been selected to be exhibited in the 2020 Annual Secondary Student Show!

This year, we received 1,360 individual artwork entries. Of those entries, 396 works have been selected for exhibition and 45 of those have received additional awards and prizes.

Coming soon to Anton Art Center: Event has been Postponed due to Covid 19 precautions.
SatARTday with the Detroit Children's Choir Saturday, March 14, 6-8pm. The Detroit Children’s Choir is made up of students in grades 3-12, who have a passion and love for singing. Choir members come from a variety of cities in Southeast Michigan, representing a range of diverse cultures and backgrounds. Their ability and enthusiasm inspire everyone who sees and hears them. Don't miss it!

"Artist of the Month" for March

The Gift Shop "Artist of the Month" for March is: Laura Landrum.

Laura has been making beaded jewelry for many years. Her love for all things vintage inspires her designs. Her beautiful handmade fashion jewelry pieces are created with beads,crystals, glass pearls and more.

woven beads pendant necklace by Laura Landrum

matching woven beads earrings by Laura Landrum

woven beads and pearl pendant necklace by Laura Landrum

matching woven beads and pearls earrings by Laura Landrum

crystals pendant necklace by Laura Landrum

matching crystals and pearls earrings by Laura Landrum

Coming soon to Anton Art Center:

Macomb County 7-12 Annual Student Show March 7 - April 7, 2020

Congratulations to the many talented art students across Macomb County whose work has been selected to be exhibited in the 2020 Annual Secondary Student Show!

This year, we received 1,360 individual artwork entries. Of those entries, 396 works have been selected for exhibition and 45 of those will receive additional awards and prizes to be announced at the Opening Reception on March 7th! 

Opening Reception & Awards Saturday, March 7, 2-4pm
Grades 7-9 awards at 2:30pm | Grades 10-12 awards at 3:30pm
Hosted by our presenting sponsor, Extra Credit Union, and the Clinton Township Optimist Club.

SatARTday with the Detroit Children's Choir Saturday, March 14, 6-8pm. The Detroit Children’s Choir is made up of students in grades 3-12, who have a passion and love for singing. Choir members come from a variety of cities in Southeast Michigan, representing a range of diverse cultures and backgrounds. Their ability and enthusiasm inspire everyone who sees and hears them. Don't miss it!