Thomas Tunney Wins 2017 MI Great Artist Contest

Thomas Tunney of Commerce Township had never exhibited his art in public until Park West Gallery displayed five of his works for the 2017 MI Great Artist contest. So when Tunney, 57, heard his [...]

Meet Scott Jacobs: The Original Harley Davidson Artist

Scott Jacobs is internationally recognized for his photorealistic artwork of everything from wine bottles to Harley Davidsons, but he knows art is about so much more than just capturing an image [...]

Park West Museum Features Yaacov Agam Exhibition

Park West Gallery is inviting the public to experience the kinetic art of renowned Israeli artist Yaacov Agam in its newly-renovated gallery and museum. A special exhibition, “Agam,” will run [...]

Park West Supports the 2017 Amelia Island Jazz Festival

Enjoy the sounds of today’s top jazz performers and the sights of artwork by renowned artist Alfred “Alex” Gockel during the 2017 Amelia Island Jazz Festival. The annual jazz festival, held on [...]

The Top 5 Finalists Have Been Announced For 2017 MI Great Artist Competition

Five finalists have been chosen for the 2017 MI Great Artist Competition, a contest in support of up-and-coming artists in Southeast Michigan. 232 artists from 8 different local counties [...]

5 Reasons Why Arts Education Is Important For EVERYONE

“Ya gotta have art!” That was the slogan for the Detroit Institute of Arts back in the 1970s (forever immortalized by this joyfully catchy commercial), but the sentiment regarding arts education [...]

Anatole Krasnyansky Remembers Tommy Hawkins (1936–2017)

To many, Tommy Hawkins was an NBA star who set an example for others. For artist Anatole Krasnyansky, he was more than that—he was a dear friend. Hawkins, the first black basketball player to [...]

Video Premiere: Patrick Guyton Paints Elegance in Gold

Substrate: a substance or layer that underlies something on which a process occurs. This is where enzymes act, and from which organisms live, grow, or obtain nourishment. Patrick Guyton is a [...]

Semi-Finalists Selected in MI Great Artist

The votes have been tallied, and 22 Michigan artists will now compete as semi-finalists for the title of 2017 MI Great Artist. More than 34,500 votes were cast during the contest’s 12-day public [...]

5 Tips for Attending Your First Art Auction

Attending an onboard art auction is a rite of passage for anyone who takes a cruise. With exciting bidding, compelling seminars, and intriguing exhibitions, the art program is sure to be the [...]