Art Market "Artist of the Month" for September

The Art Market “Artist of the Month” for September is painter Sandra DeBose. Her beautiful, vibrant paintings are all original acrylics on canvass.

"Blue / Green" - 16"x 20" framed, matted original acrylic painting by Sandra DeBose. ($65)

"Blood Moon" - 16"x 20" original acrylic painting on canvass by Sandra DeBose. ($65)

"Arizona" - 16"x 20" framed, matted original acrylic painting by Sandra DeBose ($65)
available in our Online Store

"Ocean" - 16"x 20" framed, matted original acrylic painting by Sandra DeBose ($65)
available in our Online Store

Add one of Sandra's colorful, imaginative paintings to your home. 

Remember...artwork available in our Online Store is also available in the Art Market. We are open Tuesday - Saturday 11am to 3pm each day. Face masks are now required for vaccinated, and unvaccinated individuals, 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:  

The Anton Art Center is proud to present "Artistic Expressions"  July 24 - August 31. This exhibition consists of 44 selected artworks by 21 artists from the Shelby Township Fine Arts Society  (STFAS).  Their inaugural gallery exhibition is juried by Amy Foster.

The Shelby Township Fine Arts Society was founded in 2001. The purpose of the society is to promote, educate and encourage fine art through monthly meetings , workshops, exhibits and demonstrations. 

This is the last day to see this impressive exhibit. Don't miss it!

Dreamscape  August 28 - October 13, 2021. An exhibition of artwork by artists Luzhen Qiu and Cathy Jacobs. Artworks will be on display on the First Floor in the Main Galleries, as well as virtually on on website.  Virtual Artist Talk can be seen on the Anton Art Center Facebook page and is open to all. Dreamscape will be on display in-person and virtually through October 13, 2021.       

New Art in our Online Store

 Let's look at still more Art that has been recently added to our Online Store. 

Fused glass dish - 5"x 5" in plum, and blue iridescent glass by Christine Freeburn ($42)

Wine Stopper - 5" long, hand painted wood w/ gift bag by Ron Cracchiolo ($35)

Wire-wrapped, fused glass earrings by Lisa Firth ($32)

"Imagine" - set of 12 postcards that assemble into a full-size 21"x 20" pop-art portrait of John Lennon by Tom Maniaci

"Tahquamenon Falls" - 11"x 14" matted photograph by Robert Mowry ($35)

 Suitcoat Purse - 8"x 11", made from repurposed fabrics w/ adjustable strap, (1) pocket in back and (2) pockets inside by Wendy Kwiecinski ($42)

"Made in Detroit" - 11"x 14" matted photograph by Robert Mowry ($35)

Online Store items are also available for purchase in person in the Art Market. We are open Tuesday - Saturday 11am to 3pm each day. Face masks are now required for vaccinated, and unvaccinated individuals, to keep you, our volunteers, and staff safe.

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

Back to School!

Ready or not, it’s time to think about going back to school! Send your scholars back with some special one-of-a-kind supplies from the Art Market.

Backpack - 16"x 14" w/ inside pouch and soft fiber shoulder straps by Wendy Kwiecinski ($20)
available in our Online Store

Journal - 10"x 7"appliqued cotton cover w/ 2 pen pouches and replaceable lined writing pad (shown below)by Arlene Breiling ($20) available in our Online Store 

Bead pen with blown glass beads by Denise Billups ($42)
available in our Online Store

Marbled cotton lunch bag - 10"x 7" with insulated lining (shown below) by Shirleigh Vinson ($20)
available in our Online Store

Journal -10"x 7.5" w/ marbled cotton cover and replaceable lined pad by Shirleigh Vinson ($10)
available in our Online Store 

"Get Marbled" insulated water bottle - 11" high by Shirleigh Vinson ($20)

Face Mask (lg) - 7"x 11" , 4 ply cotton w/ filter pocket and adjustable strap by Carrie Gilchrist ($11.50)
available in our Online Store

Face Mask (sm) - 6.5"x 8.5" 2ply cotton w/ over-the-ear elastic loops by Connie Sochacki ($4)
available in our Online Store

Send them back to school with something unique from the Art Market! 

We are open Tuesday - Saturday 11am to 3pm each day. Face masks are now required for vaccinated, and unvaccinated individuals, 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:                         

The Anton Art Center is proud to present "Artistic Expressions"  July 24 - August 31. This exhibition consists of 44 selected artworks by 21 artists from the Shelby Township Fine Arts Society  (STFAS).  Their inaugural gallery exhibition is juried by Amy Foster.

The Shelby Township Fine Arts Society was founded in 2001. The purpose of the society is to promote, educate and encourage fine art through monthly meetings , workshops, exhibits and demonstrations. 

This Week at Anton Art Center:

August 24 - 27... Kids' Summer Art Camp is back with a 4 day program that will introduce young artists to a wide variety of art projects, mediums, tools and techniques as well as STEAM projects, art-based games and experiments and old school camp craft projects. We will have projects for kids and teens, ages 6 -10 & 11 -16 (please note student ages on registration.) The program will run Tuesday, August 24 - Friday, August 27 from 10:30 am - 3:30 pm and will include lunch. the cost is $50 per child. Register online at: https://www.theartcenter.org/book-online

This will be an outdoor camp, weather permitting, with visits to the galleries and classrooms. Masks are required indoors. Thank you to our sponsor, 5/3 Bank!  

Coming Soon to Anton Art Center:  

Dreamscape  August 28 - October 13, 2021. An exhibition of artwork by artists Luzhen Qiu and Cathy Jacobs.

Artworks will be on display on the First Floor in the Main Galleries, as well as virtually on on website. For the safety of staff, volunteers, members, artists, and visitors, the Anton Art Center will host a Virtual Artist Talk on Saturday, August 28th at 2:00pm. The event will be streamed live on the Anton Art Center Facebook page and is open to all. Dreamscape will be on display in-person and virtually through October 13, 2021.

What's New in our Online Store!

 We have just added more work to our Online Store! 

"Detroit Skyline and Vintage Car" - 5.5"x 7" photo greeting card, blank inside w/ envelope by Catherine Firmbach ($5.25)

Felted and embellished purse - 7"x 7" w/ cameo and 30" chain strap by Skylar Bre'z ($58)

"Anton Art Center" - 11"x 14" framed digital photo by Charlie Winkler ($40) SOLD

package of (5) 4.5"x 5" notecards from one of our winning designs from "Postcarded" exhibit by Terri North ($10) 

"Narf" - 28" scarf/necklace with magnetic clasp by Connie Sochacki ($19)

"Folly Flowers" - 13"x 16" framed glass, and print mixed media piece by Daren Dundee ($75)

Online Store items are also available for purchase in person in the Art Market. We are open Tuesday - Saturday 11am to 3pm each day. Face masks are now required for vaccinated, and unvaccinated individuals, to keep you, our volunteers, and staff safe.

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

More "Pet Love" at the Art Market

Last week we looked at some of the "Pet Art" created by the artists here at the Art Market. Well...one week is not enough to show-off that art! Take a look at some more...

"Kitten" - 5"x 7" card, blank inside w/ envelope and organdy gift bag by Catherine Firmbach ($6)

"Scotty" - 10"x 12" framed original lithograph by Abigail Davidson ($50)

"Sleeping Cat" - 15.5"x 18" matted, original watercolor by Bette Prudden ($75) 
available in our Online Store

"Labrador" - 4"x 4" glazed ceramic tile by Rick Pruckler and Tonya Lutz ($31)

"Calico Cat" - 5.5"x 4" card, blank inside w/ envelope, from original painting by Helena Kuttner-Giasson ($5)

"Poodle" - 5"x 7" lithographed card, blank inside w/ envelope, by Abigail Davidson ($4)

Show your "Pet Love" with your favorite "Pet Art" here at the Art Market. 

We are open Tuesday - Saturday 11am to 3pm each day. Face masks are now required for vaccinated, and unvaccinated individuals, 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:                             

"Here Comes the Sun!"  June 26 - August 17. 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. 

This is the last day to see this exhibit...don't miss it!

The Anton Art Center is proud to present "Artistic Expressions"  July 24 - August 31. This exhibition consists of 44 selected artworks by 21 artists from the Shelby Township Fine Arts Society  (STFAS).  Their inaugural gallery exhibition is juried by Amy Foster.

The Shelby Township Fine Arts Society was founded in 2001. The purpose of the society is to promote, educate and encourage fine art through monthly meetings , workshops, exhibits and demonstrations. 

Coming Soon to Anton Art Center:

August 24 - 27... Kids' Summer Art Camp is back with a 4 day program that will introduce young artists to a wide variety of art projects, mediums, tools and techniques as well as STEAM projects, art-based games and experiments and old school camp craft projects. We will have projects for kids and teens, ages 6 -10 & 11 -16 (please note student ages on registration.) The program will run August 24 - August 27 from 10:30 am - 3:30 pm and will include lunch. the cost is $50 per child. Register online at: https://www.theartcenter.org/book-online

This will be an outdoor camp, weather permitting, with visits to the galleries and classrooms. Masks are required indoors. Thank you to our sponsor, 5/3 Bank!  

More Art recently added to our Online Store!

Let's take a look at  more items that have recently been added to our Online Store!  

"Sunflower" - 6"x 6" glass mosaic on tile, stand included, by Mary Abbott ($35)

"Tic Tac Toe" - 4"x 4" fused glass board w/ glass tiles, and velvet storage bags by Lisa Firth ($27) 

5"x 5" fused glass dish in plum, purple, and amber by Christine Freeburn ($42)

4"x 5" fancy ceramic mug, glazed in teal and cream by Bob Gilchrist ($28)

"Peony Bloom" - 4"x 4" glazed ceramic tile by Motawi Tileworks ($40)

"Candle Bridge" - 4.5"x 8" molded glass w/ 2" glass votive by Lisa Firth ($27)

Online Store items are also available for purchase in person in the Art Market. We are open Tuesday - Saturday 11am to 3pm each day.  Visit the Art Market Online Store anytime at: https://www.theartcenter.org/online-store  

New art in the Art Market Online Store!

More items have just been added to our Online Store! Let’s take a look at just a few. 

"Bleeding Heart" - 6"x 6" glass mosaic on tile by Mary Abbott ($35)

 

"Panda" - 4.5"x 5" lithographed postcard by Abigail Davidson ($2) 

Ring Bowl - 3.5" square fused glass dish by Alysa Diebolt ($12)

"Pink Pansy" - 9.5"x 3.5" molded/fused glass garden stake by Kathleen Fish-Gilbert ($20)

"Teacup Dolly" - 7"x 7" Art Doll by Connie Sochacki ($25)

Heart dish - 6"x 7" glazed ceramic dish by Joanie Ugelow ($15)

Remember…Online Store items are also available for purchase in person in the Art Market. 

We are open Tuesday - Saturday 11am to 3pm each day. Face masks are now required inside Anton Art Center, for vaccinated, and unvaccinated individuals, to keep you, our volunteers, and staff safe.

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