Still more new artists at The Gift Shop

This week I'm going to highlight three more artists who joined The Gift Shop from Christmas Market 2014.... Michelle Sapp, Martha Millis, and Angela Dockter.

Michelle Sapp is a talented jewelry designer. She also makes wonderful art dolls. One is pictured below. Her jewelry and dolls are available in The Gift Shop.

Michelle Sapp (SAPP)

Martha Millis is one of our new glass artists. Just have a look at her set of  bright, coasters.

Martha Millis (MILLI)

Angela Dockter makes these adorable finger puppets, with many more to choose from in The Gift Shop. So cute!

Angela Dockter (DOC)

Remember, the letters in parentheses are the artists' code. Find the code on a piece of work, and you will know who created it. We even have a "Gift Shop Artist Info Book" with bios and information about their art, that also includes each artist's code.

Come in out of the cold to see the work of our featured artists, and creations from all our talented artists in The Gift Shop.
When you come be sure to see the exhibits currently in our galleries. "Michigan Annual XLII" and "Perspective:Detroit".
This is the last week to see "Perspective: Detroit" in our Community Gallery on the second floor. Don't miss either one! They are both full of the work of our own Michigan artists.

More new artists at The Gift Shop

When you remember all the unique gift choices you found at Christmas Market 2014, you will be happy to know that 16 of those talented artists have decided to be part of The Gift Shop!
They come from a wide range of artistic disciplines including: glass, art dolls, pottery, jewelry,wall art,soap, scarves, puppets, and cards. I will highlight each one in the coming weeks.

Let's get started. Its time to "Meet the Artists"!

Ann Marie Mannino creates wall plaques many with a special emphasis on Detroit.

Ann Marie Mannino (MANN)

                                                     

Thomas Mitchell makes beautiful, functional, and striking pottery.

Thomas Mitchell (MIT)

Diane Kline creates cards, tags, and gift bags. Each hand-made and special.

Diane Kline (KLI)

The letters in the parentheses show each artists' code. A code is on each piece of work in The Gift Shop. Find the code and you will know who created the work.

Come in to see these "new" artists, and the favorite artists you have come to know.

Our Gift Shop artists are in current shows

Congratulations go out to all artists who were chosen for the current shows here at Anton Art Center, "Perspective: Detroit" open now through Feb. 27, and "The Michigan Annual XLII" open now through March 3.
Here at The Gift Shop, we are especially proud that several of those chosen artists are currently, or have previously had their art here.

Darren Dundee has work in both shows, and in The Gift Shop!

Darren Dundee  "The Michigan Annual XLII"

Darren Dundee  "Perspective: Detroit"

Darren Dundee (DUN) This piece is currently in The Gift Shop.

Audrey Long has her ceramic art in "The Michigan Annual XLII", and in The Gift Shop (She is also the clay instructor at Anton Art Center).

Audrey Long "The Michigan Annual XLII"

Audrey Long  (AL)  pottery currently available at The Gift Shop. 

Pat Everett is an accomplished painter who has work in "Perspective: Detroit"  and here at The Gift Shop.

Pat Everett  "Perspective: Detroit"

Pat Everett (EV) painting currently in The Gift Shop.

Debbie Lee's waterscape was chosen for "The Michigan Annual XLII". Although not currently in The Gift Shop, she has sold her photographs here for many years.

Patti Pfaendtner's piece was selected for "The Michigan Annual XLII". She has had her work in Christmas Market for years.

Terry Bossick had this lovely pastel chosen for "Perspective: Detroit". Terry has previously had his work in both Christmas Market, and The Gift Shop.

 Terry Bossick "Perspective: Detroit

Come in to see these wonderful shows, and to check-out The Gift Shop. They are each full of art created by Michigan artists!

New print artist at The Gift Shop

We have a new print and greeting cards artist and here at The Gift Shop.
Her name is Mino Watanabe (WAT). Her work is enchanting, whimsical, colorful, and oh-so-frameable!
Pictured are prints from her "Vegetable Series".

She has also brought in greeting cards with her "Vegetable Series", and those pictured below which I think have a certain mythological feel.

I am sure you will agree that Mino's work is beautifully drawn, and quite wonderful.

Come in to see her work.
While here be sure and check out our current shows here at Anton Art Center:
"Perspective: Detroit" , and "The Michigan Annual XLII". The work for each of these shows is exceptional, and all art is created by Michigan artists!

The Gift Shop is Open!

The Gift Shop is open for another year of unique gift shopping!

Returning are some of your favorite artists, and new artists you will want to check out. Rest assured that each will bring their artistry, quality, and vision to each piece available here in The Gift Shop.

Hope to see you soon, and be sure to take in the great shows in our galleries: Perspective: Detroit in our Community Gallery on the second floor, and Michigan Annual XLII opening January 30 in the main galleries on the first floor.

Christmas Market 2014 was a BIG success!

We had a very successful Christmas Market 2014. A big "Thank-You" to all of our artists, volunteers, office staff, directors, members, sponsors, local media, and customers. We couldn't have done it without you!

Just think of all the wonderful gifts from our artists that were opened and enjoyed on Christmas Day, and throughout the holiday season!

We are now closed, but will reopen on Tuesday January 6 at 10am. The Gift Shop will be up and running in mid January. Check back here for the opening date.

Wishing everyone a Happy, Healthy, and Creative New Year!

Miniature Christmas Tree Silent Auction at Christmas Market 2014

Not only do we have the Anton Art Center devoted to thousands of unique gifts made by local artists during  Christmas Market 2014: Celebrate! , we have quite a spirited auction going on. Each year we ask businesses, organizations, and individuals to create one-of-a-kind Miniature Christmas Trees (each under 4'). Each tree is then displayed in Christmas Market and offered for bidding in our "Silent Auction".

This year we have 15 trees. Each beautifully fashioned and awaiting your bid.

#1 "Paper and Lace" created by our own Executive Director, Anne Lilla. This is the perfect table top tree at 1' tall. The tree is trimmed in red and gold with tiny flower ornaments, and a bright red ribbon. So cute!

#2 "The Love Tree" has also been created by Anne Lilla. It too is a tiny table top tree at just 1' tall. Covered top to bottom with happy Mary Englebreit characters, it is as sweet as can be.

#3 "Birds and Bells" created by the MSU Extension Smart Gardening group. This tree is like no other. Little birds, nests, brass bells and spanish moss all rest on real branches secured in a beautiful flower pot. A gardener's or bird lover's dream.

#4 "Celebrate" made by Three Boys and a Tree. The lighted tree is festooned in sapphire blue and silver in honor of our 45th anniversary.

#5 "Waiting for Santa" Also created by Three Boys and a Tree, this lighted tree has hand-made polymer clay ornaments, decorated pine cones, and a festive red plaid base.

#6 "Fairy Couture" created by Karen P. McNeil. This lighted tree is decorated with bright frosted ornaments a grape vine wound through the branches, and fluffy snow between each branch. Very classy.

#7 ""Old Fashioned Christmas Tree" made in honor of the 23rd. Annual Mount Clemens Grand Prix.This lighted tree is truly a classic with bright tinsel garland, and tiny ornaments.

#8 "Owls for Christmas" created by Mary Friedman, this lighted tree is so imaginative! It is full of frosted silver and gold ornaments, and feathered owls.

#9 "A Lofty Christmas" made by The Loft Art Gallery, this lighted tree is richly decorated with little framed art pieces and topped with a beautiful white bird.

#10 "Ukrainian Spider Tree" from Immaculate Conception Schools relates the tale of The Christmas Spider. This lighted tree is full of sparkling snowflakes, and spiders (fluffy-not real)!

#11"Rustic Christmas Tree" from the Macomb Board of Commissioners. The lighted tree is decorated with burlap snowmen, pine cones, and big felt lollypops.

#12 "The Hope Tree" from Mary's Children Family Center Day Program. This is a lighted tree full of sparkling silver and gold of ornaments made by the children of the Center. Topping the tree is a Happy Angel.

#13 "Danish Christmas" created by our own artist and volunteer Jan Dolland. The lighted tree features tiny Danish flags, and hand made ornaments made from wood shavings.

#14 "Holiday Happy" created by one of our volunteers, Diane Carlson. This lighted tree is decorated with bright white snowflakes, frosted red and lime green ornaments, and a cute little teddy bear at the base.

#15 "Frozen Tree" created by students of Lutz School in Clinton Township. This tree is a hit with any young people that visit! It is lighted and full of images of the characters from the movie, with Olaf nestled at the top in a sparkling silver bow. Such fun!

Hurry! The last day of bidding is Sunday December 14 by 2pm. Winning bidders can take their trees home in plenty of time for holiday festivities!