2021
The Annex Gallery presents an installation of limited edition metallic art prints by artist Troy Weaver.
Troy Weaver is an artist from New York City; he moved to Detroit in 1990. Thirty-one years later and now 56, Troy has soaked up some of life's realities, presented in his 3-year study entitled "Saints and Sinners". Although taught in the traditional arts well before computers, Troy had become obsessed with this ever-evolving technology and his work has evolved in kind. Now having come to master his technique, there are plans for more works of his secular content. Enjoy the optical illusions of spatial depth in the contrasting colors, and see whatever your eyes conjure.
"As in all art, this is a touchstone of personal perceptions. And like life, we see only what we believe we see."
"As in all art, this is a touchstone of personal perceptions. And like life, we see only what we believe we see."
2020
Each Midland artist invites one guest artist for this show
Address Unknown: An Incomplete Map of Belonging
The experience of immigration is one of transition between “here,” “there,” “nowhere,” and “everywhere,”; A transition that can be called geography of belonging. An immigrant negotiates a sense of belonging through expressions of bilingualism and biculturalism in public and private spheres. This geography of belonging is characterized and colored with an ambiguous loss: a permanent and vague sense of grief and homesickness that cannot be easily detected when a migrant is “naturalized.” An ambiguous loss is one that is partial, incomplete, disrupted, and extremely difficult to heal. Social rituals often help families remain connected and collected. However, migration disrupts these rituals as well. A map of belonging cannot be drawn unless these subjective elements of healing are recognized and located. This exhibition attempts to draw the geography of belonging in the work of immigrant artists in the metro Detroit area who have experienced the complexities of contemporary migration.
The experience of immigration is one of transition between “here,” “there,” “nowhere,” and “everywhere,”; A transition that can be called geography of belonging. An immigrant negotiates a sense of belonging through expressions of bilingualism and biculturalism in public and private spheres. This geography of belonging is characterized and colored with an ambiguous loss: a permanent and vague sense of grief and homesickness that cannot be easily detected when a migrant is “naturalized.” An ambiguous loss is one that is partial, incomplete, disrupted, and extremely difficult to heal. Social rituals often help families remain connected and collected. However, migration disrupts these rituals as well. A map of belonging cannot be drawn unless these subjective elements of healing are recognized and located. This exhibition attempts to draw the geography of belonging in the work of immigrant artists in the metro Detroit area who have experienced the complexities of contemporary migration.
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Dale Goes Off
Two weekends: October 2,3&4, 9,10&11.
Fridays and Saturdays 11am-8pm, Sundays 12-4pm
Skip Davis:
For over 50 years, I’ve collected pop art and folk art, emerging artists and established artists, worthless art and priceless art, big art and small art, industrial art and ecclesiastical art, humorous art and erotic art, precious art and found art, mass-produced art and one-of-a-kind art, art nouveau and artifacts, graffiti art and graphic art.
This visual buffet is available at cut-rate, liquidation prices for two weekends only! February 1st and 2nd, and February 8th and 9th from 12-6.
Hosted by Rob Onnes at the Annex Gallery, 333 Midland in Highland Park.
For over 50 years, I’ve collected pop art and folk art, emerging artists and established artists, worthless art and priceless art, big art and small art, industrial art and ecclesiastical art, humorous art and erotic art, precious art and found art, mass-produced art and one-of-a-kind art, art nouveau and artifacts, graffiti art and graphic art.
This visual buffet is available at cut-rate, liquidation prices for two weekends only! February 1st and 2nd, and February 8th and 9th from 12-6.
Hosted by Rob Onnes at the Annex Gallery, 333 Midland in Highland Park.
THE FUTURE IS FUN
Annex Gallery hosts a compelling peek into the days to come
DETROIT— The New Year, and a new decade, is just beginning. But according to producer Kathe Koja and her creative colleagues, the future is going to be fun.
“The Future is Fun” is a one-night only immersive event at Annex Gallery at 333 Midland, in Highland Park, featuring music, film projections, spoken word, and movement performances by a host of Detroit-area creatives. According to Koja, an award-winning writer and director whose hands-on events range from a remade Berlin punk club to a Victorian brothel to a weird spin on Alice’s Wonderland, “The Future is Fun” will invite its guests to snack, play, and help create the future.
“So much of life is uncertain—our politics, our economy, even our climate,” says Koja, “but we know that the future will be there for us. Why not see how fun it can be? And yes, there will be cupcakes.”
“The Future Is Fun” at Annex Gallery, 333 Midland, Highland Park MI
Jan. 11, 7:30 – 9P
Event page on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/events/585709222001882/
333 Midland: https://www.333midland.com
Annex Gallery hosts a compelling peek into the days to come
DETROIT— The New Year, and a new decade, is just beginning. But according to producer Kathe Koja and her creative colleagues, the future is going to be fun.
“The Future is Fun” is a one-night only immersive event at Annex Gallery at 333 Midland, in Highland Park, featuring music, film projections, spoken word, and movement performances by a host of Detroit-area creatives. According to Koja, an award-winning writer and director whose hands-on events range from a remade Berlin punk club to a Victorian brothel to a weird spin on Alice’s Wonderland, “The Future is Fun” will invite its guests to snack, play, and help create the future.
“So much of life is uncertain—our politics, our economy, even our climate,” says Koja, “but we know that the future will be there for us. Why not see how fun it can be? And yes, there will be cupcakes.”
“The Future Is Fun” at Annex Gallery, 333 Midland, Highland Park MI
Jan. 11, 7:30 – 9P
Event page on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/events/585709222001882/
333 Midland: https://www.333midland.com
CORNUCOPIA OF ARTFROM DIFFERENT PALETTES FOR DIFFERENT TASTES
Thanksgiving luncheon for friends, family and orphan artists November 28th, 12 to 3pm (bring a favourite dish to pass) Black Friday November 29th chill with the classic guitar music of Samad Ansari from 7 to 8pm Saturday November 30th meet the artists and help us rais funds for the Capuchin Soup Kitchen |
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Up South –
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Sunday, November 24 at 3 p.m. | 333 Midland
Sponsored by Christie Peck & Buck Baker Marion Hayden Ensemble Marion Hayden- Artistic Director, Bass Violin Alvin Waddles- Piano A. Spencer Barefield- Guitar Tariq Gardner- Drums Rev. Nick Hood III – Harmonica Jean Alicia Elster- Narration 
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Acting On Air, an opera-ballet
Devised by composer Molly Jones and choreographer Rachael Ahn Harbert, with a libretto by Kyle Hunter aka MC Silas Green, animation by Ben Willis, and Matt Kiroff as guest chorus, Acting On Air (An Alternative History of Flight) presents an abstracted narrative in which the ensemble collectively enacts a struggle for liberation. Two shows: 10/5 from 8-9 PM, 10/6 from 3-4 PM
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FIRST FRIDAYS in Highland Park
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Join us for a FREE community celebration of arts and culture at the very first installment of “First Fridays in Highland Park.”
June 7, 2019 6:00pm to 9:00pm (early Bingo 5:00pm @ Nandi's) First Fridays will present some of the best and brightest local talent in the performing and visual arts, including Highland Park’s very own. The first installment offers an exciting lineup featuring a poetry slam, dance show, musical performance, short film & much more. Each month, First Fridays will highlight a different area in Highland Park to encourage residents and visitors to enjoy the best venues in the city. This month, venues west of Hamilton will be on full display with events at Nandi’s Knowledge Café, Annex Gallery as well as an outdoor musical performance. The events are FREE and will have staggered start times so patrons can enjoy all of the night’s festivities. First Fridays will bring together a unique collection of artists, businesses and community partners who are committed to helping revitalize Highland Park. Please join us on June 7th for what promises to be a memorable night. 5:00PM Bingo (Nandi's) 6:00PM Poetry, Dance (Nandi's) 7:00PM Outdoor Concert (Pop Up Location!) 8:00PM Movie, Karaoke, and Aerialist (Annex Gallery) Nandi's Knowledge Cafe 71 Oakman Highland Park, MI 48203 (PopUp Location will be announced day before!!!) Annex Gallery 333 Midland Highland Park, MI 48203 |
BADDIE BLAIR turns 30Baddie Blair Turns 30 - An Art Exhibition
A look into the evolution of the Detroit Fashion Ambassador Baddie Blair, and her multi medium expression. The exhibition will showcase a range of Stephanie Blair’s works, from fashion look books from past projects to her digital abstract art. The exhibition will also showcase Ijania Cortez. Focusing on portraiture, Ijania's work uses vibrant colors and scale to evoke a sense of divinity in her subjects. Stephanie Blair is the subject of her recent works "As Above" and "Mortar". Live performance by the critically acclaimed recording artist Miz Korona. Come celebrate & experience Baddie Blair Turning 30! Show now on until June 8 |
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MAKINGS OF YOUMakings of You is a traveling survey series providing an artful perspective of the human experience.
Inspired by legendary singer-songwriter Curtis Mayfield, this exhibition divulges the intrinsic, yet nuanced nature of ‘becoming’ - reflecting upon memory, materiality, manifestation and metaphor as tools for spiritual transformation. This three-day immersive installation will feature visual artworks, live collaborative performances and community programming. Join us as we explore disrupting social truths, discuss how abjection molds enlightenment and form distinct ways to redefine ‘self’. Featured Artists JUSTIN JONES JARED MCGRIFF NNENNA OKORE JULIA YEZBICK Tickets General Tickets begin at $10 Available at UHURU.WORLD |
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Murals & Sliders is an art experience featuring live mural painting, culinary arts and good company. Since its inception in 2014 the mission of Murals & Sliders has been to give Detroit’s emerging artists a platform to exhibit work as well as offer a safe space for the onlooker. Murals & Sliders has featured over 30 metro Detroit artists from painters and animators, to sculpture artists and pastry chef’s. The show has been held in locations across the city such as The Baltimore Gallery/Untitled Bottega, El Club and Level Up gallery.
Curators James “Jimbo” Braddock and Hanniyah “Honey” Cross strive to create a space for artists and art enthusiasts to feel comfortable and free to show up as their most authentic selves. Murals & Sliders will have its first run of 2019 at 333 Midland Annex Gallery in Highland park on May 18th. |
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DIVERSIONS is an exhibition of painting, photography, and other mixed media. It includes the paintings of Calvin Waterman (Ann Arbor), Michael Thoresen (Ann Arbor), and Daniel Cicchelli (Detroit) as well the photography of Timothy Nolan (Ann Arbor) and J. Vida (Toledo).
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A festival combining art, short film
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The $25 festival pass gains you admission to the events at the Annex Gallery all weekend.
Fri, Apr 26, 2019, 6:00 PM – Sun, Apr 28, 2019, 4:00 PM EDT
Fri, Apr 26, 2019, 6:00 PM – Sun, Apr 28, 2019, 4:00 PM EDT
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The 2019 graduating class of the College for Creative Studies (CCS) Fine Arts Department is pleased to announce the opening of I Make My Biggest Moves, curated by Bridget Finn. This group exhibition includes works by Alli Stinson, Allie Runyan, Annika Maschke, Anthony Brazeau, Hai Mya Lazar, Jessica Harvey, Jon Phillips, Leslie Frisch, and Naomi Bush.
The title of this show stems from a casual remark by celebrated Detroit-based poet, David Blair. Blair said to the Metro Times prior to his passing in 2011: "I make my biggest moves." He was speaking of a time in his life as a creative producer and an artist. Blair was talking about focus, rigor, and what happens when one creates freely from a place of flexibility, but with a determined vision. All nine of these artists started their creative journeys together in Detroit at the College for Creative Studies. With this exhibition, these artists are displaying work informed by a shared experience, as well as the artistic practices that emphasize each of their individual creative processes. |
FLAME EFFECTS FOR THE ARTIST WORKSHOP - DETROIT, MI 2019This is a workshop for all artists, mechanical enthusiasts, and anyone who wishes to incorporate fire aspects into their projects! This is your chance to learn how to comply with the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) standards, hear from others working with flame effects where you live, and have fun while learning safe practices.
Leading this weekend will be Dave X, Fire Safety Manager for Burning Man for more than 10 years, and Eric Smith, Director of Education and Code Development for the State of Nevada Board for the Regulation of LP Gas and owner of Poofer Supply. |
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Pat Duff: Surrotica:
A Celebration of Life’s Work, 1968-2018
50 Years – 100 Artworks. Looking Back / Looking Forward.
Surrotica chronicles Pat Duff’s unique artworks, many of which border on a combination of surrealism and eroticism. The exhibition will also include poetry composed by Duff to accompany some of the pieces.
Recently, Duff published a book about Alzheimer’s Disease; the book includes a summary of the seven stages of the illness, with seven drawings and seven poems written by her. The book will be available for purchase at the exhibition.
Recently, Duff published a book about Alzheimer’s Disease; the book includes a summary of the seven stages of the illness, with seven drawings and seven poems written by her. The book will be available for purchase at the exhibition.
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BRYAN GROSE
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333 Midland has hosted a number of events over the years, the most recent being:
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Its the 100 year anniversary of the City of Highland Park and we're celebrating with another BIG show
featuring many artists from and with connections to H.P.
featuring many artists from and with connections to H.P.
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Mementos are curious things. Literally defined as 'an object or item that serves to remind one of a person, past event, etc.' or 'anything serving as a reminder or warning.' On one hand completely mundane, on the other hand possessing the power to elicit emotions via an intimacy with our past. Things have a way of fixing themselves to our memory, a way of assuming meaning far greater than that which another may see as mere trinket or trash.
In this body of work, the process of fusing animal fiber around mementos is a collaboration between the object, the wool, my hand and the vivid happenings of my life that somehow live within them. The act is slow and deliberate, a meditation that is equal parts commemoration and liberation, a performance and ritual metamorphosis of memory.
In this body of work, the process of fusing animal fiber around mementos is a collaboration between the object, the wool, my hand and the vivid happenings of my life that somehow live within them. The act is slow and deliberate, a meditation that is equal parts commemoration and liberation, a performance and ritual metamorphosis of memory.
ETHEREALMichael O’Reilly is a writer and artist from the Metro Detroit area. He earned his MFA in poetry from the University of Utah. His work with brass wire began as a simple lampshade created almost by accident. He has since pushed the physical properties of brass wire in many directions, from abstract sculpture and custom designs, to a complete line of lighting and home decor products. Find out more at www.brightwiredesigns.com.
Anne Mondro received her BFA at College for Creative Studies in Detroit, and completed her MFA at Kent State University before moving to Ann Arbor, Michigan, to pursue a career as an artist and professor at University of Michigan. Her work explores the physical and emotional complexity of the human body. Integrating traditional craft, fine art, and digital technology, she creates images and sculptures that investigate humanity. Learn more about Anne’s work at www.annemondro.com |
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Renderings“Renderings” is an exhibition presented by detroit contemporary and the United Community Block Club to bring ideas of the residents to life through visual interpretations by local and nationally recognized artists. “Rendering the future of a neighborhood through art is a novel way to meditate on the change citizens want and inspire eventual action to make these visions a reality” says participating artist Nicole Macdonald.
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Purged:
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PurgedArt by Nancy J. Rodwan
All works made from discarded mundane items purged from the lives of people the artist respects and/or loves. 40 original works made from the donations of 46 people, mostly Detroiters Show Dates: March 24th - April 14th Opening reception: March 24th 4:-- to 8:00pm Gallery Hours: Saturdays and Sundays 1:00pm to 6:00pm My Brother the Wind 30"x 30"
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333 Midland presents: 3@333
New (and some old) work by Sean Hages, Matt Paw and Mike Ross.
In the Annex Gallery at 333 Midland, Highland Park, Michigan.
SculptureX Exhibitions
In association with the 2017 SculptureX Symposium, the Annex
Gallery at 333 Midland is pleased to present a pair of exhibitions
of sculpture and extended media.
SculptureX Symposium Exhibition
This exhibition is the result of an open call to all artists, and was
juried by Laura Mott, Curator of Contemporary Art and Design at
the Cranbrook Art Museum.
SculptureX Symposium Student Exhibition
Indra Lacis, Director of Exhibitions at Western Michigan
University’s Richmond Center for Visual Arts, curated the student
exhibition for the Symposium.
These two juried exhibitions will be hosted by 333 Midland in the Annex Gallery,
with a reception held during the symposium on Opening:
6-11pm, Friday, October 13
Gallery at 333 Midland is pleased to present a pair of exhibitions
of sculpture and extended media.
SculptureX Symposium Exhibition
This exhibition is the result of an open call to all artists, and was
juried by Laura Mott, Curator of Contemporary Art and Design at
the Cranbrook Art Museum.
SculptureX Symposium Student Exhibition
Indra Lacis, Director of Exhibitions at Western Michigan
University’s Richmond Center for Visual Arts, curated the student
exhibition for the Symposium.
These two juried exhibitions will be hosted by 333 Midland in the Annex Gallery,
with a reception held during the symposium on Opening:
6-11pm, Friday, October 13
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With spring being the time for rebirth "The Sacred Feminine" explores the beauty of the woman. The Greek Goddess of the month of May is Persephone, who is the Goddess of the springtime. The rebirth of the earth every year coincides with the birthing quality of the woman. The woman bares many weights and still she persists, she conquers, and she does so with beauty, strength and grace. The same beauty, strength and grace I see in the spring when the flowers and plants bloom from the earth. Celebrate the rebirth of the Sacred Feminine with us.
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