All about Michigan

 Show your love for our state with some Michigan themed art from the Art Market. 

"Home Sweet Home" -7.5"x 10" laser-cut wooden hanging plaque by Al Sadaj ($36)

"Native" - 16"x 5" laser-cut wooden plaque w/ 20" rustic rope hanger by Al Sadaj ($34)

"Rustic Mitten and Leaf" - MI 8"x 5.5", leaf  6"x 6" glazed ceramic set by Karri Howard ($95)

Michigan greeting cards w/ removable watercolor decoration by Laura DeDene ($10 each)

Michigan magnets - 2.5"x 3" made of resin by Wendy Carmack ($10 each)

"Michigan" - 8"x 10" framed, etched glass by Lisa Firth ($39)

Be sure to check-out the "Made in Michigan" show at Macomb Place in Mount Clemens on Friday, May 6-11am to 8pm, and Saturday, May 7- 10am to 6pm. Stop and say "Hi" at our information tent in the show!

Visit in person: Tuesday thru Saturday 10am to 5pm, selected Sundays, and online anytime at:  https://www.theartcenter.org/online-store 

Face masks are not required, but recommended for all visitors.

Mother's Day at the Art Market

Mother's Day is fast approaching. Find her something unique and meaningful here at the Art Market. 

Jewelry is always a good choice!

Aquamarine, Larimar w/inlaid pendant necklace - up to 29" adjustable chain by Barbara Tobin ($69)

Bracelets - (L) Picasso Jasper by Barbara Quenneville ($62-$20)
and (R) woven wire w/bright glass by Cornelia Wende ($45 each)

Polymer pendant, 8 strand necklace - 20"-22" adjustable chain by Tammy Graham ($67)
Beaded dangle earrings by Tammy Graham ($39)

Fashion too...

Hand-dyed silk scarf - 56"x 10" by Karen DeCarlo ($38)

Mink hat - lined w/brown velvet bow at the back by Rosie Kiley ($35)

"Crotons" hand-painted silk scarf - 15"x 60" by Cindy and Mary Van Haaren ($70)

Still not sure? How about a Gift Certificate for the Art Market, so she can pick out her own unique gift? You can purchase one anytime during business hours.

Visit in person: Tuesday thru Saturday 10am to 5pm, selected Sundays, and online anytime at:  https://www.theartcenter.org/online-store 

Face masks are not required, but recommended for all visitors.

New Wall-Art at the Art Market

We have over 90 artists here at the Art Market, that means there is always something new! Let's check out some of that fresh new art!

"Still Learning" - 20"x 20" original painting by Amanda Koss ($300)

"Beautiful Music" - 18"x 24" original oil on canvass by Susan Eatmon ($750)

"La Casa Vieja" - 14"x 16" framed original acrylic painting by Sharon Taylor ($150)

"The Dream is Now" - 12"x 18" photograph on canvass by Chris Charron ($75)

Visit in person: Tuesday thru Saturday 10am to 5pm, selected Sundays and online anytime at:  https://www.theartcenter.org/online-store 

Face masks are not required, but are recommended for all.

"Artist of the Month" for April

The Art Market "Artist of the Month" for April is glass artist Christine Freeburn.

"My vision is to create everyday items into something beautiful and useful."

Christine's kiln-formed art glass pieces and tableware are designed and created to last a lifetime. Each piece is individually hand cut and assembled using the finest modern materials and old world techniques, then kiln fired to over 1400 degrees. Shimmering "Dichroic" glass is incorporated into each piece.

Christine has worked for over 30 years at her craft. Her glass work is sold at galleries, shops and art fairs in the Midwest, including here at The Art Market.

4"x 4" Fused glass coaster set of 4 - by Christine Freeburn ($55)

Fused glass desk-top picture frames by Christine Freeburn ($55-$62)

Fused glass plate - 11"x 11" by Christine Freeburn ($120)

Visit in person: Tuesday thru Saturday 10am to 5pm, select Sundays, and online anytime at:  https://www.theartcenter.org/online-store 

Face masks are not required, but recommended for all.

Add a bit of Whimsy

We could all use more happiness in our lives. One way to lighten-up is to add a bit of Whimsy. Check-out some of the clever and humorous artworks here at the Art Market.

"Eeps" - 7"x 3" glass-lampwork birds by Denise Billups-Walker ($139 - $145)

"Bridesmaid Lady" - 8"x 3" ceramic by Janet DuRoss ($35) 

"Flaming 8 Ball" - 8"x 7" glass on tile mosaic by Mary Abbott ($40)

"Red Feather-White Skull" - 4"x 4" base, 10" high, upcycled sculpture by Tenchi Wayner ($65)

Visit in person: Tuesday thru Saturday 10am to 5pm, Sundays 11am to 3pm, and online anytime at:  https://www.theartcenter.org/online-store 

Face masks are not required, but are recommended for all visitors.

SPRING!

It's finally Spring...at least on the calendar. Let's cheer ourselves with images of Spring flowers created by our Art Market artists.

"Tiny Landscape" - 8"x 10" photo, 10"x 12" framed by Lin Viglione ($54)

"Violet Duet II" - 2.5"x 4.5" original painting, 8"x 10" framed by Helena Kuttner-Giasson ($60
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"Tulips" scarf - 14"x 60" hand-painted silk by Cindy and Mary Van Haaren ($60)

"Lilacs" - 16"x 20" original acrylic on canvass by Helena Kuttner-Giasson ($306)

"Dogwood" card - 5"x 5" from original painting by Anna Doe ($5)

Visit in person: Tuesday thru Saturday 10am to 5pm, Sundays 11am to 3pm, and online anytime at:  https://www.theartcenter.org/online-store 

Face masks are not required, but recommended for all visitors.

Original Art from Mino Watanabe

We are so lucky to have celebrated illustrator Mino Watanabe as one of our artists here at the Art Market. We carry her cards, prints, and these very special original works:

"A Chilly Night" - 8"x 10" original acrylic painting by Mino Watanabe ($100)

"Cup & Saucer 1" - 8"x 7" original acrylic painting by Mino Watanabe ($90)

"Cup & Saucer 3" 8"x 7" original acrylic painting by Mino Watanabe ($90)

"Cupcakes" - 8"x 7" original acrylic painting by Mino Watanabe ($90)

Mino Watanabe was born in Nagoya, Japan. After receiving her art degree from Nagoya Zokei University, she worked several years as a commercial illustrator. In 2004, Mino moved to America to continue pursuing fine art and illustration by exhibiting her work in galleries and illustrating for children's books and other publications. You will notice a similar thread of inspiration in Mino’s artwork combining nature, food, and fairytale.You will also find a subtle part of Mino’s creative spirit in each piece.
Visit in person: Tuesday thru Saturday 10am to 5pm, Sundays 11am to 3pm, and online anytime at:  https://www.theartcenter.org/online-store Face masks are not required, but recommended for all visitors.