ART WORKS CELEBRATES FIRST ANNIVERSARY WITH SPECIAL EVENT

Art Works is celebrating its first anniversary during the month of May. “Something New and Different” will be the theme for the month and for the special event scheduled for Thursday, May 14, from 5:30 until 7:30 p.m.

At the special event, Sharon Schmeltzer, Melisse Carr, Darlene Strand, Karen Larson, Gail Stanek, Tina Carlson, Julia Calkins, Joan Game, and Audrey Smith will explain the creative processes used for their collages, resin art, paintings, sculptures, fabric art, beadwork, and more. Most items have never before been seen at the Gallery. Art Works will be open for sales that evening as well. Free beverages will be available and each person attending will go home with a special anniversary celebration gift.

Celebration will continue throughout the month of May. Fine art, accessories to complete home or offices, original greeting cards and gifts are always available, and a demonstrating artist is always on site. Customers can partake of free tea or coffee while browsing four rooms of art to the sounds of relaxing music.

Art Works is open Monday and Wednesday through Friday from 10:30 a.m. until 5:30 p.m.; Saturdays 10:30 a.m. until 5:00 p.m.; and Sundays from 10:30 a.m. until 2:00 p.m. All times are CDT. Art Works can be reached by calling 906 774-1540.Art Works, is an art gallery and gift shop located at 111 North Stephenson Avenue, adjacent to Rocconi’s Ace Hardware in Iron Mountain.

Art Works Gallery and Gifts – Where Every Gift is a Work of Art

“MIGRATING INTO SPRING”

A Celebration of Birds in Art.


Art Works is celebrating spring and the arrival of migratory birds with a new exhibit. The opening reception will be held on Thursday, April 9th from 5:30 to 7:30 pm. The exhibit titled “Migrating Into Spring”, will include bird art comprised of original contemporary works by 14 painters and sculptors from the area. Featured will be the creative watercolors and drawings of Melisse Carr, whimsical birds by Joan Game, functional fiber art by Tina Carlson, wood sculptures and paintings by Gail Stanek and much more.


The fun will include a bird trivia contest, and a drawing. The drawing prize will be a red-breasted nuthatch wood carving created by Gail Stanek who specializes in “bird art”. Gail’s work is displayed in private collections throughout the US, in the book “Woodcarving” by John Hillyer, and in the Indiana State Museum. She has won numerous awards in regional, national and international art competitions including the prestigious World Championship Bird Carving Competition in Ocean City, MD.


Entries for the drawing will be collected through the weekend and the drawing will be held on Saturday April 11th at 3pm. The exhibit, “Migrating Into Spring”, will be on display through the month of April.


Throughout the centuries birds have been the subject of folklore and art alike. Whether you like art, birds or both this exhibit is bound to be of interest to you.


Art Works is the area’s only local gallery that is owned and operated by area artists and is located at 111 North Stephenson Ave., Iron Mountain, adjacent to Rocconi’s Ace Hardware. Art Works is open Monday, Wednesday-Friday from 10:30 am to 5:30 pm; Saturdays 10:30 am – 5 pm and Sundays, 10:30 am – 2 pm. Art Works can be reached by calling 906-774-1540.Your browser may not support display of this image. Think of Art Works for the fine art you need to grace your home or office.

IRISH it were Spring ALREADY!!!

Well stop whining and stop in for a glass of wine, cup of green tea or Irish flavored coffee, while listening to some of the old favorite Irish tunes playing in the background, during Art Works SPRING FLING on March 12Th, 13Th, 14Th and 15Th.
You will feel as though you have the LUCK of the IRISH as you wander through the Gallery when Art Work's goes GREEN for the Month of March. Stop by to see how each artist at Art Works interprets through their work, what GREEN really means.

On Thursday March 12Th the celebration will take place from 5:30 to 7:30 pm. During this time, the public is invited to bring in your favorite limericks to share. Whether you are Irish or not you shouldn't miss this one of a kind event.

Art Works is the area's only local gallery that is owned and operated by area artists and is located at 111 North Stephenson Avenue., Iron Mountain, adjacent to Rocconi's Ace Hardware (former location of Simone Insurance). Art Works is open Monday, Wednesday-Friday from 10:30 am to 5:30 pm; Saturdays 10:30 am to 5 pm and Sundays, 10:30 am to 2 pm. Art Works can be reached by calling (906) 774-1540.

Miniatures

For the month of February at Art Works we will be celebrating the shortest month of the year with miniature art work featuring pieces 8x10 inches or smaller, displayed in the front gallery. Original handmade Valentine cards will also be sold. Many new miniature pieces have arrived for this month including small handmade books by Melisse Carr; ink & watercolor paintings by Darlene Strand; colored pencil paintings on black paper by Christina Kionka; prints and sculpture by Gail Stanek; beaded tapestry by Audrey Smith; gnome home by Tina Carlson; heart inspired wire art by Joan Game; mixed media collage mirror and other pieces, as well as pottery by Karen Larson; watercolor and colored pencil art by Julia Calkins.
On Thursday, February 12th , an opening celebration will be held from 5:30 to 7:30.The public is invited to bring in poetry for impromptu reading and viewing the miniature artwork and valentines. Hot chocolate and tea will be served.
Art Works is the area’s only local gallery that is owned and operated by area artists. It is located at 111 North Stephenson Ave.,Iron Mountain, adjacent to Rocconi’s Ace Hardware (former location of Simone Insurance). Art Works is open Monday, Wednesday-Friday from 10:30 to 5:30pm;Saturday 10:30 to 5:00pm and Sunday 10:30 to 2:00pm. Art Works can be reached by calling 906-774-1540.

"Winter's Night"

Art Works of Iron Mountain, invites the public to join area artists in celebrating these cold winter nights, by viewing the “Winter’s Night” display in the front gallery from January 1^st through January 26. Many new pieces have arrived for this month including, “Evening”, watercolor painting by Julia Calkins; “Winter Night” sewn calendar cover and “Wisdom Snowy Owl” fabric soft sculpture by Tina Carlson; “Trees and Moonlight” colored pencil work by Melisse Carr; “Celebration” and “Something Nostalgic” metal sculptures by Brian Game; “Full Moon Night” acrylic painting and ”Snowwomen and Snowmen” mixed media sculptures by Joan Game; “Winter Therapy Dolls” soft sculptures by Margaret Gerhard; “Winter Wind” silk scarf and “Aurora Borealis” fabric pin by Sue Huotari; “Let it Snow” ceramic wall pocket and “Night Ice” wall hanging by Karen Larson; wooden candleholder by Audrey Smith and “Night Watch”, “Northern Night”, and “Owl’s Night Out” all acrylic paintings by Gail Stanek.

On Thursday, January 15^th, from 5:30 to 7:30 pm, the celebration hits its peak when the “32 and Below” show begins. During this time, the public is invited to bring in winter night themed poems for impromptu poetry reading and viewing of specially created items priced at $32 and below. Hot chocolate and “Two Leaves and a Bud” specialty tea sold at Art Works will be served.

Art Works is the area’s only local gallery that is owned and operated by area artists and is located at 111 North Stephenson Ave., Iron Mountain, adjacent to Rocconi’s Ace Hardware (former location of Simone Insurance). Art Works is open Monday, Wednesday-Friday from 10:30 am to 5:30 pm; Saturdays 10:30 am – 5 pm and Sundays, 10:30 am – 2 pm. Art Works can be reached by calling 906-774-1540.

Come on in...

it's warm inside! Old man winter is blowing in quickly. We have so much to be thankful for and our gallery is certainly on that list! Be mindful of the small things that bring us happiness. What small joys have you found lately? With the works of 20 local artists being represented at Art Works it is our hope to bring you some beautiful and unique art to brighten your life.

Come and refresh your mind while taking your lunch hour break by experiencing the one-of-a-kind treasures Art Works has to offer. Bring your colleagues and friends too!

We look forward to seeing you!

About us...

Art Works opened our doors on May 1, 2008 and is a group of 20 local artists who have joined together to share our creativity with the public. We also want to take a moment to thank our customers to whom we owe the success of this new business. Our sincere appreciation of your patronage cannot be overstated. With our ever changing original items there is always something for everyone at Art Works!