About
our gallery
Our goal is to educate the public, aspiring and skilled artists about the nature, methods and skills of creating various types of fine artwork.
We strive to educate the community at large about the advantages of a community-based art gallery.
We participate in and add value to community events and programs and maintain a cooperative of members whose efforts will allow the Gallery to operate in a financially self-supporting fashion.
Promoting art and inspiring artists in the Tawas community for over 60 years!
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Promoting art and inspiring artists in the Tawas community for over 60 years! 〰️
Pets on the Porch supporting the Iosco County Humane Society
Civil war re-enactment
Tawas Bay artist "pet" art creations
Princess Tea Lemonade Party
Princess Tea
Kids camp artwork with Ted Davies
Pottery Owls at Kids Camp with Lori Bayn
Beautiful work at Kids Camp with Diane Cislo
Kids Camp with Colleen Sheffer
Kids Camp
Kids Camp
Story time at Kids Camp
Brush by the Bay with Carolyn Kubiak
Painting the Blues guitar winner
Butterfly Garden Art Class by Ann Waterloo
Butterfly Garden Art Class
Batik class taught by Judy Howe
Sunday, September 14th, saw the Gallery host private classes for the MI Cares for Tourism group. They were in town to help with the lighthouse projects, and took time to create a little art. We were as delighted to have them as they were to be our guests. Thank you for visiting our town.
Carolyn Kubiak’s Brush by the Bay class
Brush by the Bay class led by Carolyn Kubiak
Bear Art by Debra Sieloff
Bear Art class taught by Debra Sieloff
Birds of Tawas class led by Debra Sieloff
Fall Into Art Snacks & Goodies
It was a beautiful day for Fall Into Art
Watercolor leaves and acorns - Fall Into Art
Budding artists at Fall Into Art
A beautiful rendition of our watercolor class at Fall Into Art
Love the creativity during Fall Into Art!
Upcoming Events
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Empty Bowls Fundraiser
Saturday, Nov 8th | 11:00-3:00PM
The Empty Bowls fundraiser is hosted by the Tawas Bay Art Gallery. This year the money will be given to the local Backpack Food Program that helps provide food for kids at risk of hunger.
Bowls (and cups and plates) made and donated by local potters will be available to buy during the event, as well as additional art that will be available at a silent auction table. A coupon good for one cup of soup at one of the local participating restaurants comes with purchases. Come buy a bowl, have a cup of soup and help fill the bowl of someone whose bowl is empty.
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Holiday Open House at The Gallery
Saturday, Nov. 22nd | 10-6pm
Sunday, Nov. 23rd | 12-4pm
Join us for a festive Holiday Open House featuring Christmas and seasonal gifts created by our talented Gallery members and artists!
Enjoy cookies, refreshments, and holiday cheer as you browse unique handmade art, ornaments, jewelry, pottery, cards, and more – perfect for gift giving or treating yourself.
Create a few whimsical gift tags in our classroom to take with you!
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Downtown Shopping Night
This year, the Tawas Bay Art Gallery will be decked out for the holidays and will be open from 5 PM to 8 PM during the downtown shopping night in East Tawas.
Come join us for a snack and refreshment while you enjoy the holiday music and shop with us!
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Small Works November Art Challenge!
Create small art work in medium of your choice. Do one a day, a few a week or pick a few that inspire you! Post your work on social media using the hashtag #smallworksatthebay. We will feature random artwork on our website, Facebook and Instagram.
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Kids Christmas Party & Workshop
December 6th, 11:30-1:30PM,
Ages 6-12, $20 per child (limit 20)
Have fun at the Christmas Party & Workshop while you make ornaments, hear a special story, sing Christmas carols and enjoy a kid-friendly lunch!
Meet the Members
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Sheree Campbell
Watercolor artist - emphasis on botanicals
President, Tawas Bay Art Gallery
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Beki Franchock
Ceramic Artist - specializing in Sgraffito
Treasurer, Tawas Bay Art Gallery
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Diana Duffy-Ludington
Photographer - specializing in composite images and infra-red photography
Secretary, Tawas Bay Art Gallery
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Colleen Sheffer
Acrylic artist
Vice President, Tawas Bay Art Gallery
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Ted Davies
Illustrator, cartoonist
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Ann Waterloo
Abstract acrylic artist
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Michael Hart
Driftwood Sculptor
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Kathy Witherspoon
Acrylic, pencil, pastel, watercolor artist
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Jan Doak
Alcohol Ink & Doodling
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Jane Venis
Pottery Artist
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Bill Lauderbach
Photographer
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Debra Sieloff
Wildlife Artist
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Monica Ashley
Potterer, ceramicist
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Shirley Glenn
Artist
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Diane Cislo
Multi Media Artist
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Robert Rokita
Potter
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Lue Schmidt
Acrylic and multi-media artist
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Mary Cox
Petite Point Artist
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Emily Davie
Potter
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David Schobert
Woodworker
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Konnie Spenceley
Photographer
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Paul Gliesman
Glass artist
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Bob Golka
Woodworker
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Betty Barnes
Artist
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Lori Bayn
Multi-media artist
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Mary Hesse
Artist
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Heidi Hodges
Potter
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Judy Howe
Artist
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Cindy Mullen
Jeweler
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Carolyn Kubiak
Artist
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Jill Rood
Artist
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Teri Rounds
Artist
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Kathleen Rowe
Multimedia Artist
Interested in Membership?
Maybe you want to turn a hobby into something more. Or maybe you want to be involved in a creative community. Do friends and family tell you that your work should be part of our gallery?
Upcoming Classes
“Tuesdays with Ted”
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Tuesday night, Oct. 28th from 6:30-8:00pm
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Bring your portfolio for review or bring your current artwork and Ted will help you on your artistic journey!
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Only $20 per week per artist, limit 4
Pre-registration and pre-payment is required. Contact the gallery for more information.
“Cardinal Carolers
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Thursday night, Nov. 13th from 5:30-8:30pm
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Join artist Lue Schmidt for this cute 12×12 painting (frame not included) of Cardinal Carolers
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$30 + $10 supply fee
Pre-registration and pre-payment is required. Contact the gallery for more information.
Holiday Angel
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December 10; 6-7:30PM
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Acrylic painting of a Christmas Angel to frame or hang on it’s own. Taught by instructor, Jolene Grusecki.
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$35
Watercolor Holiday Cards
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Tuesday, Nov. 18 1-3pm
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Thursday, Nov. 20 6-8pm
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Create four beautiful botanical holiday cards with watercolor & ink (envelopes included). Learn the skills to go home and make more yourself! Led by instructor, Sheree Campbell.
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$35 + $3 (material fee) = $38
Interested in being a volunteer?
Want to get involved in our community? We are always looking for volunteers for community events, kids camp, art classes and even front desk help.
Help support us
Tawas Bay Art Gallery is a cooperative community of artists that instruct, assist and work at the gallery in order to share the costs, responsibilities and benefits of running a gallery. Below is a list of items in need at the gallery. Your support is very appreciated!
Contact us
Tawasbayartgallery25@gmail.com
(989) 362-5613