"Artist of the Month" for July is Abigail Davidson

 The Art Market "Artist of the Month" for July is Abigail Davidson.

Abigail Davidson is a printmaker and illustrator. She attended Wayne State University where she earned her Bachelor of Fine Arts degree magna cum laude.

Her artwork primarily features animals, fantasy creatures, flower patterns, typography, and nautical scenes. She specializes in linocut printmaking, and all of her prints are hand-carved and hand-printed, original creations.

"Border Collie" - 12"x 15" framed original linocut by Abigail Davidson ($50)

"Scotty" - 12"x 15" framed original linocut by Abigail Davidson ($50)

"Polar Bears" - 8"x 10" matted original linocut by Abigail Davidson ($20) 
available in our Online Store 

"Triceratops" - 8"x 10" matted original linocut by Abigail Davidson ($20) 
available in our Online Store 

"Dolphins" - 4.5"x 5.5" postcard from original linocut by Abigail Davidson ($2)
available in our Online Store  

"Sleeping Fox" 4.5"x 5.5" postcard from original linocut by Abigail Davidson ($2)
available in our Online Store  

"Cat Sleeping" - child size XL T-Shirt, hand printed by Abigail Davidson($25)

"Mermaid" - Adult S T-Shirt, hand printed by Abigail Davidson($18)

I think you will agree that Abigail's art is happy, fun and imaginative! Take one (or more) home with you today!

We are open Tuesday - Saturday 11am to 3pm each day. We still have strict cleaning procedures and we still require masks and social distancing indoors to keep you, our volunteers, and staff safe.

Visit the Art Market Online Store anytime at: https://www.theartcenter.org/online-store !

Showing Now at Anton Art Center:

                                

"Looking Forward"  June 5- July 13. A juried exhibition of artwork by members of the Lakeside Palette Club of St. Clair Shores, Romeo Guild of Art, Mount Clemens Art Association, and the Warren Tri-County Fine Arts Association, Inc., featuring 40 artworks by 26 artists. Juried by Candice Grieve.

"Here Comes the Sun!"  Visit us in person or virtually online for a juried exhibition of artwork by members of the Detroit Society of Women Painters and Sculptors. Juried by Richard B. Reeves.

The Detroit Society of Women Painters and Sculptors is one of the oldest self-sustaining women's art organizations in the United States, having been founded by Lillian Burk Meeser on February 23, 1903. Its mission since inception has been to quicken interest in art movements of the day, to stimulate high achievement, active work, and mutual helpfulness among members, and to provide encouragement and support for art students. 

Coming Soon to Anton Art Center:

Join the Anton Art Center in-person July 10 at 6pm for our July SatARTday: Clay Day with Deanna Clyne and Pewabic Street Team! This free event open to the public includes a demonstration, discussion, and a hands-on clay activity!

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SatARTdays are presented by First State Bank. 

New Jewelry in our Online Store

 We have beautiful jewelry new to our Online Store! Have a look...

Faceted pearl and faux leather earrings by Cheryl DeLauro ($25)

Woven beads scarf ring by Antonietta Woerner ($30)

18" medallion and ribbon necklace by Rosie Kiley ($10)

 

20" wood, bone and ceramic necklace by Nancy Garcia ($23)

Woven beads pyramid earrings by Laura Landrum ($35)

34" crystal and turquoise necklace by Barbara Tobin ($49)

White and Peacock fresh-water pearls earrings by Barbara Quennville ($17)

Shop our Online Store anytime at:  https://www.theartcenter.org/online-store

These pieces are also available in the Art Market for in-person shopping Tuesday - Saturday 11am to 3pm each day. We have strict cleaning procedures and require masks, social distancing and we ask health questions to keep you, our volunteers, and staff safe.  

SUMMER!

It's officially Summer! Hot, sunny days, warm evenings, and summer activities. Let’s look at some Summertime art from the artists here at the Art Market. 

"Summer in the D" - 11"x 14" matted photograph of Comerica Park by Robert Mowry ($35)

"The Beach" - 11"x 14" framed, original watercolor by Patricia Baker ($125)

"Summer Fun" - 11"x 14" original by famed illustrator Jon Buechel ($85)

"July Sky" - 24"x 32" framed original oil painting by Judy Munro ($195) 
available in our Online Store

"Wind Energy" - 18.5"x 22" framed, original oil painting by Marianna Defer-Pfeiffer ($500)

"Boy and Seagull" - 14.5"x 15" framed original by famed illustrator Jon Buechel ($200)

Enjoy your Summer, and come in soon to see all the Summer-Art here at the Art Market.  

We are open Tuesday - Saturday 11am to 3pm each day. We still have strict cleaning procedures and require masks, social distancing and we ask health questions to keep you, our volunteers, and staff safe.

Visit the Art Market Online Store anytime at: https://www.theartcenter.org/online-store !

Showing Now at Anton Art Center:

                                

"Looking Forward"  June 5- July 13. A juried exhibition of artwork by members of the Lakeside Palette Club of St. Clair Shores, Romeo Guild of Art, Mount Clemens Art Association, and the Warren Tri-County Fine Arts Association, Inc., featuring 40 artworks by 26 artists. Juried by Candice Grieve.

Coming Soon to Anton Art Center:

"Here Comes the Sun!"  Visit us in person or virtually online for a juried exhibition of artwork by members of the Detroit Society of Women Painters and Sculptors. Juried by Richard B. Reeves.

Virtual Awards Announcement
Open to the public LIVE on Facebook on Saturday, June 26, at 2:00pm

More new art in our Online Store!

 There is still more new art to choose from in our Online Store! Check out the latest additions:

"Mighty Mac" - 4"x 8" ceramic tile of the Mackinaw Bridge by Motawi Tileworks ($60)

"Skylight" - 4"z 8" ceramic tile inspired by a Frank Lloyd Wright design by Motawi Tileworks ($67)

Acrylic Flow painted pendant w/28" chain by Antonietta Woerner ($40)

Large ceramic soup mug by Patrice Abraham ($20)

"Entwined Hearts" silverware bracelet by John Marchello ($44)

Hanging ceramic birdhouse - 7"x 12" x 3" w/ copper handle by Sharon Parker ($38)

Shop our Online Store anytime at:  https://www.theartcenter.org/online-store

These pieces are also available in the Art Market for in-person shopping Tuesday - Saturday 11am to 3pm each day. We have strict cleaning procedures and require masks, social distancing and we ask health questions to keep you, our volunteers, and staff safe.  

Michigan is a Water Wonderland!

Travel through Michigan, and you will find lakes, ponds, wetlands, and rivers everywhere. Michigan truly is a Water Wonderland!  Let’s look at some Michigan water-themed art  from our artists in the Art Market. 

"Evening on Lake St. Clair" - 20"x 16" framed pastel by Bette Prudden ($250) 
available in our Online Store

"Spring Harbor Morning" - 11"x 14" matted photograph by Robert Mowry ($35)

"Sunrise-Grand Traverse Bay" - 11"x 14" matted photograph by Robert Mowry ($35)

"Sailboats" - 5"x 7" greeting card (blank inside w/envelope and organdy gift bag) by Catherine Firmbach ($ 5.90) available in our Online Store

"Seagull Serenity" - 8"x 10" framed photograph by Sandy DelVillano-Marchi ($25)
available in our Online Store

Don't you feel calm and cool just looking at this Michigan water-themed art?

Each of these pieces is available for purchase in person in the Art Market. We are open Tuesday - Saturday 11am to 3pm each day. We have strict cleaning procedures and require masks, social distancing and we ask health questions to keep you, our volunteers, and staff safe.

Visit the Art Market Online Store anytime at: https://www.theartcenter.org/online-store !

Showing Now at Anton Art Center:

"Macomb County Art Teachers' Show"  May 1 - June 15, 2021 This is the last day to see this inspiring exhibit...don't miss it!

A juried exhibition of artwork by teaching artists living and/or working across Macomb County, featuring 47 artworks by 18 artists. Juried by April Anue Shipp.

"Looking Forward"  June 5- July 13. A juried exhibition of artwork by members of the Lakeside Palette Club of St. Clair Shores, Romeo Guild of Art, Mount Clemens Art Association, and the Warren Tri-County Fine Arts Association, Inc., featuring 40 artworks by 26 artists. Juried by Candice Grieve.

Just added to our Online Store!

 As promised...new items are regularly being added to our Online Store! Just take a look...

"Narf" necklace/scarf, 28" w/magnetic clasp by Connie Sochacki ($19)

Glazed serving dish, 7.5"x 3" by Harold Swanson ($20)

Appliqued journal, 10"x 7" w/2 pockets, and replaceable lined paper pad inside by Arlene Breiling ($20) 

"Monarch", 4"x 4" ceramic tile by Motawi Tileworks ($37)

"Poppies" blank greeting card, 5"x 5" w/envelope from original painting by Anna Doe ($5)

"Flowers" fused glass windchime, 8"x 13" w/18" chain hanger by Martha Millis ($40)

Shop our Online Store anytime at:  https://www.theartcenter.org/online-store

These pieces are also available in the Art Market for in-person shopping Tuesday - Saturday 11am to 3pm each day. We have strict cleaning procedures and require masks, social distancing and we ask health questions to keep you, our volunteers, and staff safe.  

Celebrate Father's Day

Father's Day will be here soon. Gift Dad (Husband, Grandfather, Uncle, Brother) something unique and memorable from the Art Market! Even if he is hard to buy for, you will find something for him here.

Al Sadaj has brought us a most interesting wooden treasure box. The top shows the image of a lighthouse, and sailboat, and the inside has nooks and crannies for Dad's memorabilia, or collectables.

"Lighthouse" treasure box- 7"x 10"x 2" by Al Sadaj ($39) SOLD

Is Dad a fisherman? Ron Cracchiolo creates imaginative fishing lures. Each comes with its own gift box.

Custom fishing lures by Ron Cracchiolo ($24 each) 

Onorio Catenacci has created some very bold sculptures. Here is just one of them.

"Wall" wire sculpture - 5"x 8" by Onorio Catenacci ($45) available in our Online Store

Another of our sculpture artists, Tenchi Wayner, has made this fun mixed media piece that Dad might enjoy.

"Mallet-Fish" - 12"x 13"x 4" by Tenchi Wayner ($49) available in our Online Store

How about a big, fancy mug from clay artist Bob Gilchrist?

"Fancy" ceramic mug - 4"x 4.5" by Bob Gilchrist ($28) available in our Online Store 

Is Dad a sports fan? We have sports prints from original paintings by Jeff Joseph.

"Yost Arena" 17"x 20" print from original painting by Jeff Joseph ($45) 

We have recently received more distinct tiles from Motawi Tileworks. Dad might like this "Mighty Mac" tile.

"Mighty Mac" 4"x 8" ceramic tile of the Mackinaw Bridge by Motawi Tileworks ($60) available in our Online Store               

There is something for every Dad (Husband, Grandfather, Uncle or Brother) here at the Art Market. Come in and take a look. 

Each of these pieces is available for purchase in person in the Art Market. We are open Tuesday - Saturday 11am to 3pm each day. We have strict cleaning procedures and require masks, social distancing and we ask health questions to keep you, our volunteers, and staff safe.

Visit the Art Market Online Store anytime at: https://www.theartcenter.org/online-store !

Showing Now at Anton Art Center:

"Macomb County Art Teachers' Show"  May 1 - June 15, 2021 

A juried exhibition of artwork by teaching artists living and/or working across Macomb County, featuring 47 artworks by 18 artists. Juried by April Anue Shipp.

"Looking Forward"  June 5- July 13. A juried exhibition of artwork by members of the Lakeside Palette Club of St. Clair Shores, Romeo Guild of Art, Mount Clemens Art Association, and the Warren Tri-County Fine Arts Association, Inc., featuring 40 artworks by 26 artists. Juried by Candice Grieve.

Coming soon to Anton Art Center:

Caruso & Lanza:Two Tenor Greats! Join us June 10 at 6pm on Facebook Live for the this free event with Michigan Opera Theatre as we look at two powerhouse tenors Enrico Caruso and Mario Lanza, both of whom celebrate 100 year anniversaries in 2021. We will delve into their lives and careers with opera lecturer John Zaretti, and featuring a performance by Michigan Opera Theatre Tenor Edward Graves singing their most popular works. 

Join us for our 3rd Annual Super SatARTday, Presented by First State Bank, on June 12, 2021 from 11 am - 3 pm. The event will be jam packed with free art performances, activities and demonstrations. We will have something for all ages and all abilities. This will be an outdoor and indoor event - masks required for indoor activities.

Art projects demos will also be available for at-home participants through FB and our YouTube channel. To register for a free art kit go to https://www.theartcenter.org/book-online