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Exhibition Schedule and Events

Etch, Sketch and Stilettos: The Work of Topher Crowder
January 6-28, 2012

Be a pART of it! Topher Crowder burst upon the art scene eight years ago after a journey of fixing computers, merchandising beer, designing Christmas ornaments in a plastics factory and packing boxes in an audio/video supply warehouse. "I always wanted to be an artist. I would take apart laser printers, put them back together and make art out of them. I couldn't suppress it anymore!" Inspired by animated Saturday morning cartoons, vintage postcards, comic books of the 1960s and 1970s, Mr. Crowder's early works were, in effect, detailed stream-of-consciousness line drawings.

Things have changed. After earning an MFA at Wayne State University, Mr. Crowder says, "I have a lot of time to make up for. It's not about being successful. I want to try everything and anything." The Northville Art House is delighted to present a show that reflects Mr. Crowder's diversity yet ultimately spotlights his unique vision.

The show will include:

Mr. Crowder's shoe paintings -- pop cultural streams of consciousness capturing the dichotomy and conflict inherent in male and female stereotypes in today's world.

Mr. Crowder's Day-Glow plexiglass creations -- intricately detailed biomorphic, mechanical shadow images of the human form that have morphed out of his early ink line drawings.

Mr. Crowder's sculptural "studio weavings" -- art constructed from the tattered remnants found anywhere and everywhere.

Mr. Crowder's reverse vandalism signs -- unfinished boards branded with messages, left intentionally in forgotten public spaces as unspoken invitations for public interaction, the art itself "finished" only when the anonymous person chooses to engage (most often through spray-painted graffiti).

Mr. Crowder is an adjunct professor at Schoolcraft College.

The show is organized by Jeff Cancelosi.

The show will open in the Art House's upper gallery with a reception and artist's talk on Friday, January 6, from 6:00pm - 9:00pm. The show will continue through January 28 during the Art House Gallery hours (Wednesdays-Saturdays, 1:00pm - 5:00pm). For additional information, call 248-344-0497. The Art House is located at 215 W. Cady Street and is a facility of the Northville Arts Commission. Admission to Art House exhibits is free and open to the public.

Yves Saint Laurent Patent Leather "Tribute" Peep Toe Platform Acrylic on Canvas by Topher Crowder

“Vox" (detail) Etching on Plexiglass by Topher Crowder

6th Annual Members Exhibition
February 3-18, 2012

Be a pART of it! The Northville Art House is proud to present the 6th annual exhibition showcasing the various styles and mediums of our artist members. Over 70 artists have submitted work to this exhibit that was developed to say "Thank You" to everyone who has supported the growth and creativity of the arts in Northville.

The show will open with a reception on Friday, February 3, from 6:00pm to 9:00pm during Northville's First Friday Art Walk. The show will continue through February 18 during Art House Gallery hours, Wednesday through Saturday from 1:00pm to 5:00pm. For additional information, call 248-344-0497.

The Art House is located at 215 W. Cady Street and is a facility of the Northville Arts Commission through the City of Northville. Admission to Art House exhibits is always free and open to the public.

"Anna" by Amy Fell Burford	"Monster" by Leann Meixner
"Shaking It Off" by Ellen Moucoulis	"Queen: Inspired by Rust" by Peggy Kerwan

February 24-26, 2012
Art From the Attic

By popular demand, the Northville Art House is pleased to announce its second annual  "Art from the Attic", an exciting opportunity to both buy and sell art for a great cause.

Donate "used" or new art to the Art House, then purchase donated art at a ticketed opening reception on Friday, Feb. 24, 2012, or during the public sale on Feb. 25 and 26. Donors may choose to receive 50% of the sale price or donate all proceeds to the Northville Art House. Gifts to the Art House are tax deductible to the fullest extent of the law.

IMPORTANT DATES:

Donated Art Accepted On:
Tues. Feb. 21, 2012: 2:00pm-7:00pm
Wed. Feb. 22, 2012: 2:00pm-7:00pm
or by appointment.

Opening Sale and Reception:
Fri. Feb. 24, 2012: 6:00pm-9:00pm $10 advance tickets.

Public Art Sale:
Sat. Feb. 25, 2012: 9:00am - 4:00pm
Sun. Feb. 26, 2012: 12:00pm - 4:00pm


For more information and tickets for the Opening Sale and Reception, call the Northville Art House at 248 344-0497.