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:
Artist Katie Lowran: Solo Exhibition “Wild Things": Runs Aug. 30 - Oct. 31. This exhibition celebrates the untamed beauty of the natural world, bringing together a vibrant collection of artworks featuring animals, flowers, & people. An opening reception will be held on Thurs., Sept. 12 from 5:30-7:30pm Meet & mingle with the artist. Music by pianist David Chown.
Back to School Grab & Go Kits: Get some back to school swag. Available while supplies last; first come, first served. For tweens/teens going into grades 7-12.
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.
Hooked: The Art of Fishing: Aug. 30 - Oct. 4. Original artwork & historical ephemera exploring northern Michigan's deep fishing roots.
Horizons: Landscapes & Figures by Robert & Susan Perrish: Works by Michigan-based painters Robert & Susan Perrish. Open Tues. through Sat. from 10am-5pm.
Labor Day Sidewalk Sales: Find end-of-summer savings.
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 ...
The Nature of it All: Art exhibit/sale with work by Angela Saxon, Rick Koehler, Royce Deans & Lindy Bishop. An opening reception will be held on Fri., Aug. 30 from 5-7pm.
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.
Kid's Craft Lab: Create a craft that helps you learn about the world & yourselves too. Squish, smash, paint, squirt, spin, model & mold. Generally best for ages 3-8.
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.
Friday Night Feast/Potluck for Water Is Life Festival: Held in honor of all the sponsors, donors, supporters, volunteers & attendees of the Water Is Life Festival, held on Sat., Aug. 31. Bring a dish to pass & your own plate, bowl, silverware & cup. The ceremony & feast is held from 6-8pm. Music by local musicians & bonfire at 8pm.
Minnehaha Brewhaha Music Festival: Featuring 12 bands, brew tent, food trucks, kids activities and 5k & 15k races. Races are Sat. at 8am. Enjoy two bands in the Brew Tent Fri. night & 10 bands plus beer tasting on Sat.
Music Under the Pines: Featuring Latin Jazz vocalist & pianist Benjamin Furman. Bring lawn chairs & picnics. Additional parking is available on S Bayshore Rd or behind the gallery. This is a free concert, but donations for Benjamin will be welcomed after the show.
Strings in the Sky: Dixon's Violin: Walk the bridge for breathtaking views & great music! Bring a blanket or lawn chair.
Stroll the Streets: Performers include Sydni K, M119 Band, Full Moon Jam Band, Billy P's, Derailed, Jelly Roll, Timberline, David Lawston, Rhett DuCouer, Backroads Band, Jerry Douglas Face Painting, & Pooch.
Mineral Springs Concerts in the Park: Held on Fridays, July 5 - Aug. 16 & Aug. 30. July 5 features Truck Driver Bingo.
Viridian Strings: Masterworks Unveiled: Acclaimed quartet Viridian Strings presents chamber music performed against the backdrop of northern Michigan.
Brethren Days: Tonight includes Outdoor Night Club Karaoke & DJ.
MAMMA MIA!: Enjoy this hilarious & heartfelt story of love, family, & self-discovery featuring the hits of ABBA. This production is presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MTI).
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