Native Plants: Painted + Stitched Canvases by Dana Falconberry: Runs May 3 - Aug. 29. Falconberry, a musician, printmaker, painter & more, has been creating textile works that combine hand-painted imagery with machine chain stitch embroidery. She uses this hybrid method of creation to continue her exploration & interpretation of native plants local to northern Michigan. Gallery hours are Mon. through Fri., 9am-3pm; & Sat. & Sun., noon-4pm.
Outdoor Gallery Exhibit: Margo Burian + Ordinary Magic: Leelanau County artist Margo Burian's collages have been chosen for display in the Glen Arbor Arts Center's 2024-25 Outdoor Gallery exhibition, an annual, invitational exhibit. Burian's collages are rooted in the idea of Ordinary Magic, or delight. They were reproduced on five, 5-foot-square, weather-resistant aluminum panels created by Image 360 of TC. Runs through April 20, 2025. Check web site for hours.
A Full Circle: Summer Up North, Paintings by The Kitchen Painters & Photographs by the Crooked Tree Photographic Society:
Contemporary Conversations, A Group Exhibition: Sculptural works utilizing found objects, metal, wood, rubber & clay and luminous oil paintings full of jewel-like tones focusing on the interplay of light & shadow all created by four Michigan artists. Showcasing work by Christopher Fellows, James Kipp, Bradford Sprouse & Glenn Wolff. Opening reception on Aug. 2, 5-7pm. Artist Talk on Sept. 6, 4-7pm. Oliver Art Center is open Mon.-Sat.: 10am-4pm; & Sun.: noon-4pm.
Horizons: Landscapes & Figures by Robert & Susan Perrish: Works by Michigan-based painters Robert & Susan Perrish. Open Tues. through Sat. from 10am-5pm.
Michigan: An American Portrait: This exhibit reenvisions the PBS documentary film of the same name as a dynamic art & culture exhibition. Open Tues. through Sat. from 10am-5pm.
Summer's Palette Magic Thursday Artist Annual Show & Reception: Runs July 1 - Aug. 31. Featuring over 100 original paintings. A portion of all sales benefits the City Opera House. Join the opening reception on July 16 from 5-7pm for a "Picnic of ART" featuring $100 cash paintings by all artists plus other cash specials. Featured artists are Sue Bowerman, Lori Feldpausch, Rita Harrington, Ruth Kitchen, Dorothy Mudget, Marilyn Rebant, Dorothy Ruble, Stephanie Schlatter, Laura ...
Unique Art of Antrim County Outdoor Art Exhibit: Featuring 12 local artists’ works on display. After the exhibit the artwork will be auctioned off, & these funds will help fund future public art exhibitions in Downtown Bellaire. Runs June 1 - Oct. 31.
Hard Edges, Vibrant Colors: Op Art from the Permanent Collection: Runs through Sept. 1. A subfield within the growing genre of Geometric Abstraction, Op Art often explores the interplay between geometry, tonal variations, & sharp, defined bands of color, all of which rely upon the viewer's perceptions. "Hard Edges, Vibrant Colors" offers over a dozen works from the Dennos Museum Center's permanent art collection. Check web site for hours.
Louise Jones: "10,000 Flowers": This exhibit showcases new works by Jones drawing inspiration from still life & landscape traditions such as Trompe-l'œil (the illusion of three dimensional space), Vanitas (themes of mortality), scientific botanical illustration, & cityscapes. Best known for her floral murals, her new works on canvas mark a departure, delving further into our relationships with the natural world, seasons, & death. Also on display is Jones' "50 State ...
Michigan Water Color Society 77th Annual Exhibit: Runs through Sept. 1. This year's exhibit was juried by award-winning artist, instructor & juror Stan Kurth. Michigan Water Color Society received 193 submissions from 105 different artists, with 55 being chosen for inclusion. The 30 pieces chosen by the juror to receive awards will later become a Travel Show to be on display at different locations across the state. Check web site for hours.
Solo E Tutti: A Celebration of Community: Inspired by the musical phrases "Solo e Tutti," which translates to "alone" & "everyone," this collection of works offers a new take on the concept of community, reflecting the diversity of backgrounds that make up the students at the Interlochen Arts Academy. Runs through Sept. 1. Open Tues. through Sun., 11am-4pm. Closed on major holidays.
Summer Salon: The fifth annual salon-style art sale showcasing regionally inspired work from more than 40 local & area fine artists. Runs June 28 - Aug. 31. The Summer Salon Open House will be held on Fri., July 12 from 5-7pm, along with the Paint Out Event (July 11-12) & Wet Paint Sale & Reception.
Under Summer Stars: This Kristen Egan exhibit features masks & totems that are an alchemy of carved gourds, clay & natural materials such as twigs & wood found in her woodland studio. Runs Aug. 9 - Sept. 7.
Eileen Kelly Retrospective: Eileen Kelly turns 95 this month, & Love Farm is hosting a retrospective of her paintings from the last 70 years. Over 100 original works in oil, acrylic, watercolor & iconography will be shown. Some select originals & numbered prints will be available for purchase. Runs through Sept. 21.
Shrines + Altars: Runs Aug. 16 - Oct. 24. This exhibit is an exploration of what we hold sacred: To whom are we building shrines? At what altars are we worshipping? Opens Aug. 16 with a 5-8pm reception. GAAC is open Mon. through Fri., 9am-3pm; Sat. & Sun., noon-4pm.
Jammin' Mondays on Betsie Bay: The Dave Keller Band brings deep soul, blues & rockin' roots.
Monday Movie Night: The Light Between Oceans (Australia), 2016, 133 mins.
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