Events & Exhibits
QUICK DRAW
Opening Reception Friday, May 3, 6-9pm
Exhibit continues in the gallery thru May 12
Our Biennial 'Quick Draw' show is fast approaching! This show will include 100's of drawings from the participants of our Monday Night Figure Drawing Studio from the last 2 years.
All work is completed during our 5-20 minute poses. The artwork is unframed and will completely cover our entire gallery!
call for photographers
ends May 5
Northport Arts Association celebrates their annual photo exhibit beginning on May 24. Our annual exhibit features beautiful and creative works from professional and emerging photographers.
The Opening Reception kicks off the exhibit on May 24, from 5:00 - 8:00 pm. Entry is free. Appetizers and a cash bar are also available. Our exhibit continues through June 9.
This comprehensive Photo Exhibit allows photographers to display up to 5 images in the gallery. Plus, additional art is available for sale in individual art bins filled with unframed photos.
Our photography judges include Scott Wilson of VADA Color and Carol Greilick from the Traverse Area Camera Club, both recognized photographers. Photography Awards of 1st and 2nd place span across five categories, plus, best of show and people’s choice.
2024 Members Art Exhibit
Open to all members of the NAA to submit artwork
Artwork Drop Off Tuesday, June 11, 12-4pm
Wednesday June 12, 12-4pm
Opening Reception June 14, 5-8pm
Come and see an eclectic display of talent.
Enjoy light snacks and a cash bar.
Artwork Pick Up Saturday July 6, 12-4pm
Sunday July 7, 12-4pm
Raku Party is Back!
Raku – “Happiness in the Accident”
- Space is limited and there are 3 starting times to choose.
- Limited to age 21 and over.
- Pots range in size and shape. You choose your pot when you arrive.
- There will be experts available to assist you with glazing your pot and they will manage the firing as you watch the process.
This is a delicate process and sometimes there is breakage. We are sorry but if your pot breaks there are no extra pots to replace it. But… the colorful pottery pieces can often be glued back together or used in other art projects.
- This is a nice afternoon to visit with friends, please bring your favorite snack to share as we work through the Raku firing.
- Beverages will be provided – Wine, Cider, Beer, Lemonade and Water
- Bring a lawn chair for the afternoon
- Wear comfortable clothes that can get dirty.
The Northport Arts Association is honored to continue our annual Plein Air event originated by Gene Rantz in 2013. Gene gathered artists to Northport each year through 2021. It started out small and has grown each year and last year was tremendous! With permission of Gene’s family, the event is named “Gene Rantz Memorial Plein Air Paint Out”.
The NAA welcomes returning artists along with new artists to share their work with the many art lovers throughout northern Michigan. We are thrilled to have so many talented artists come to paint throughout the tip of Leelanau Peninsula and the Village of Northport. These amazing, diverse artists capture the beauty of the village, beaches, marina, orchards, vineyards, landscapes and landmarks.
The artists paint July 19 and 20. Each artist has the option to submit 3 paintings each day as well as a golden hour painting if they signed up to paint into the evening/night. That’s a lot of painting!
Honorable mention awards sponsored by
Two Ways to support the NAA Arts & Treasurers Sale
Donate:
Do you need to downsize or have arts & treasures and you don’t know what to do with and want them to go to a good cause? This option may be for you:
a. Drop off items on August 6, 12-6pm or August 7, 12-4pm
b. 100% of the sale will go toward NAA operations.
c. NO returns.
d. Unsold items will be picked up by a community service charity on Monday morning.
No exceptions.
Consignment:
Do you have a collection or art items you would like to pass on for someone else to enjoy, but you don’t want to give it away? This option may be for you:
a. Limited number of items accepted. Contact NAA ahead of time to discuss items to sell for acceptance. Executive Director will take your contact information and team member will get back to you. When approved, if you provide photos, we can post them on the website.
b. Once approved, Drop off up to 10 items on August 6, 12-6pm or August 7, 12-4pm
c. Pay $10 per item up front to NAA regardless of sale. No refunds.
d. The seller sets the price. NAA retains 30% of sale of each item.
e. Must pick up remaining items on Sunday 8/11, 3:30-5:30pm.
f. Anything remaining after 5:30pm Sunday, will be picked up by a community service charity on Monday morning. No exceptions.
g. Items must be labeled with price, sellers name. A form will be filled out with contact information.
h. Consignment items will be in a separate section from donated items.
Contact the NAA
email: NorthportArtsForAll@gmail.com
call: 231-386-1113
Drop Off: August 6, 12-6pm or August 7, 12-4pm
Sale: August 10, 9am-3pm & August 11, 10am-3pm
More Event Details Coming Soon!
Dear Potters -
Donations of handmade bowls, no matter the size, would help this fundraiser. All proceeds, after expenses, supports 5 Loaves 2 Fish, an outreach group that promotes compassion by providing nourishing meals, infused with love, to those experiencing food insecurity and homelessness. They feed people!
Help the NAA and 5 Loaves 2 Fish, Fill the Bowls, by donating handmade bowls
Please contact us if you are donating bowls
NorthportArtsForAll @gmail.com
or call 231-386-1113
When Form Meets Function Exhibit is back!
When Form Meets Function is an exhibit that features artists work in a variety of mediums, clay, wood, fiber, metal and glass. This exhibit is to reach and engage artists who are working in other mediums representing form and function.
Applications for the exhibit are being accepted NOW!