The Shiawassee Arts Center 24th Annual Member Artists Show features a variety of multi-media artwork of nearly 100 Michigan artists June 22 through September 5. The exhibit and award is generously sponsored by Owosso Graphic Arts in memory of Lance Ellenberg. 

The public is invited to “Meet the Artists”, see their work, and enjoy complimentary refreshments and music during the opening reception Friday, June 25, 4-7pm — $500 in awards will be presented at 6pm.  The juror is Valerie Allen, she is a professional artist living in Michigan. She received her BFA from University of Cincinnati, associate degree in interior design from Delta College and post-graduate studies at Central Michigan University.  She is the curator of Studio 23 in Bay City, Michigan and a certified working artist for Golden Artist Colors of New Berlin, New York Professor of Art at Delta College. 

The wide range of mediums and styles of SAC’s member artists creates an incredibly lively and colorful display sure to impress any visitor.

The Shiawassee Arts Center, located at 206 Curwood Castle Drive in Owosso, is open to the public Monday through Friday 10-5pm, Saturday and Sunday 12-4pm. The Arts Center features the artwork of local and statewide artists in eight galleries including the Frieseke Gallery and a specialty Gift Shop. The public is welcome to schedule an appointment and there is no admission charge. SAC, which is celebrating its 49th anniversary in 2021, is a non-profit organization whose mission is to encourage participation and appreciation of the arts. For more information or to schedule your appointment call the Arts Center at 989.723.8354 or visit www.shiawasseearts.org.