"I feel so fortunate to have landed in Leelanau County over a dozen years ago. Looking to find artful connections, it made perfect sense for me to become a member of the Glen Arbor Arts Center. They are well organized, friendly, and provide support and opportunities to many artists. The surrounding community benefits greatly from the contributions of the Glen Arbor Arts Center by bringing residents closer together and fostering a sense of place."

Sharing my 50 years of pottery experience is very satisfying. Seeing my students' “AHA moments” as each step of the making process clicks for them, is exciting. The sense of place the farm provides and the accomplishment of making that students experience will stay with them.

I have been a part-time resident of Glen Arbor for over 50 years. Back then there wasn’t much of an art community. But then I met Susan Wilson, Barbara Siepker, Becky Thatcher, and Ananda Bricker who had the idea of starting The Glen Arbor Art Association to instill a sense of the arts into the community. As an artist, I understood how this would benefit not only artists but the soul of the community at large. I responded to their call and have been an involved supporter ever since. The Glen Arbor Arts Center has become a notable success and an invaluable asset to the community.

At Fortified Coatings we’re inspired by the idea of giving art as gifts—each piece tells a story and creates a lasting impact. Sponsoring the exhibit was a perfect opportunity to celebrate this meaningful approach to holiday giving. We hope visitors find one-of-a-kind pieces that bring joy and inspiration to this holiday season.

Volunteering has been such a rewarding experience in so many ways. The Glen Arbor Art Center strives to fulfill its mission to provide art everywhere. I love being a part of that process. Without the Arts Center there wouldn’t be gallery openings, classes for kids and adults, a yearly poster to collect, and musical events to attend. Providing those opportunities and being able to volunteer for those events is a joy for me.