July 2008
Each month we make a post where you can let people know what you’re thinking about stories in the news items, tell about some fun things you did (or want to do) and share your observations of what’s happening in the great outdoors.
July in Leelanau is a time for picnics and parties, fireworks and family fun and (of course) lots of time on beaches & boats. Apparently it’s also a time that lends itself well to alliteration … and cherries of course!
This June we’re going to join with Absolute Michigan and Taste the Local Difference to promote local food and also to take our coverage of Leelanau County and northern Michigan to a new level!
Photo credit: Ya big lug by Andy McFarlane
Head back to June 2008.
I’d like to extend an invitation to my art exhibit a the Glen Arbor Art Association this weekend. Please stop on out and say hello!
Michigan Photography Exhibit by Stacy Niedzwiecki
07/19/08 – 10 am – 6 pm
Glen Arbor – Glen Arbor Art Association Art Center
Enjoy a collection of images from the Leelanau area and other West Michigan locations by award-winning photographer Stacy Niedzwiecki.
Open Gallery and Sales:
July 18: 10 am – 3 pm
July 19: 10 am – 6 pm
Reception: July 18: 6-9 pm – light refreshments served
Multimedia Presentation: July 18: 8 pm
Although her core skills remain focused on graphic design and layout, Stacy now leverages her talents in digital photography and digital art. Her fascination with nature’s beauty has found its way through the camera lens, earning awards in many art and photography competitions. Her work has been featured in the Michigan 24/7 photography book, Whisper in the Woods Nature Journal, Michigan Blue magazine and the Explore St. Louis Official Visitors’ Guide.
Her most recent recognition is the installation of 46 of her nature images at the permanent art collection in the new Grand Rapids Lemmen-Holton Cancer Pavilion, which opened June 30, 2008.
Awards and Accomplishments Include:
* Art Center of Battle Creek Michigan Photo Exhibit – Purchase Award, June 2008
* Festival of the Arts Grand Rapids – Kent County Purchase Award, May 2008
* Grand Rapids First United Methodist Church Celebration of the Arts – People’s Choice Award, February 2008
* Glen Arbor Art Association – Artist in Residence Program, October 2007
* Eastern Townships of Kent County Photo Show – Honorable Mention Recipient, September 2007
* Whisper in the Woods Nature Journal Pure Michigan Governor’s Edition, July 2007
* Newaygo County Council for the Arts Statewide Photography Competition – Honorable Mention Recipient, May 2007
Latest News and Information on the Artist
Artist’s Website
Rapid Growth Article
Glen Arbor Art Association & Stacy Niedzwiecki
6000 Pine St., Glen Arbor, MI 49636
Phone: 616-863-9139 Email: info@stacyn.com
Web Site: http://www.glenarborart.org
Yes, I know its cold and looks like rain BUT to brighten up your day – –
Remember tonight & every Tuesday night from 6-9 at the Leland Lodge is the Windy Ridge Trio –