A new bold dramatic lake michigan beach scene. 20 x 24 oil on canvas. Artist Christi Dreese-Carter. Call for more information. 616-844-4453.

One of my favorite new recent works of art. An original oil painting on canvas. Roughly a 12" x 20" and still "untitled" for now.

These paintings have the same signature brush stroke style. The difference is the black underpainting. Love the black that peers through the painting. It gives the work depth and the paint seems to appear brighter. It pops of the canvas. www.dreesefineart.com

Upclose images of a new painting. See the last posting of this beach painting for the full image.

New 2009 Beach Oil Painting: "untitled" for now. 20" x 24"

Many new works have been completed for the fall 2010 exhibit planned at the Fruenthal in Muskegon. Look for more work to come. As the pieces dry, they will be framed and up for sale at the gallery & on online. Visit www.dreesefineart.com email: dreesefineart@sbcglobal.net Phone: 616-844-4453

Constance Obits 2009
February 3 - 28

Artist Constance Obits "Dreaming" Oil on Canvas 38" x 50" $2800

Opening Artist Reception Friday, February 13 from 5 -8 p.m.

Public is welcome.

Join us for our 1 Year Anniversary & Holiday Express Exhibit on Friday, November 14 from 5 - 8 p.m. Public is Welcome.

Original Artwork, Custom Framing & One-Of-A-Kind Gifts under $50!!!

Artists exhibiting are: Catherine McClung, Christi Dreese-Carter, Marlan Cotner, Lindy Rewitzer, Jill Jeltema, Bette Delvecchio, Ken Widing, Sue Hopp, Alice Robrish, & Ed Doza.

Stop in for a glass of wine on a Friday evening from 5 - 8 p.m. and view the new exhibit. We had a spectacular turnout for the opening reception on Friday, September 5th.

Artist's Exhibiting: Maria Ambre, Lindy Rewitzer, Sara Youngman, Mat Moore, Jacki Lozicki, Lee Ann Frame, Cindi Ford, Sue Boehme, Jonathan Clemens, Lisa Price, Bette DelVecchio

Other Gallery Artists: Edward Doza, Roycine King, Christi Dreese-Carter, Alice Robrish, Marlan Cotner

"Beneath These Layers" Mixed Media by Christi Dreese-Carter

Artists’ Recollect & Connect with the Past and Present

Spring Lake – Past and present encounters combine two abstract artists’ works to collaborate their recent collection of paintings. While Grandville artist Eric Fracassi constructs his mixed media paintings from recollections of the past to resurrect and preserve significant memories of both time and place; artist/ owner of Dreese Fine Art & Framing creates new works that convey her emotions which signify connections with her family, friends and loved ones.

Fracassi’s work combines a full spectrum of color incorporated into recurring images of crows, feathers, frogs and dragonflies. “Simple activities filling the bird bath with water, collecting bird feathers, and feeding the crows at my grandparents’ home in Bloomfield Hills, Michigan made a lasting impression on me, and have taken on a spiritual context for me as an adult,” explained Fracassi.

While Fracassi reflects on his past, Christi Dreese-Carter finds peace by releasing her present emotions onto paper. “Each painting carries its own separate sentiment connected to someone or something,” Dreese-Carter said. The paintings are canvassed with large strokes of color. Gouges and graphite carelessly flows through the acrylic paintings giving you a sense of movement.

“I think everyone connects with someone; whether it is a parent, their children, spouse or friend,” Dreese-Carter said. The new series of work takes a completely opposite approach from her impressionistic landscapes of Lake Michigan. It is a new avenue for Christi Dreese-Carter since she started experimenting with abstract three years ago.

The exhibit, “Recollections & Connections” will be on display from June 3rd – June 28th. An artist reception will be open to the public on Friday, June 6 from 5 – 8 p.m.

Dreese Fine Art and Framing is located at 701 East Savidge, Suite 3, in Spring Lake. Hours are Tuesday & Friday 10:30 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. and Wednesday, Thursday, Saturday 10:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Call 616-844-4453 for information.

"Recollections & Connections" June 3 - 28.

Abstract artists’ Eric Fracassi & Christi Dreese-Carter exhibit their latest collections of work that signify their past and present encounters. An artist reception will be held on Friday, June 6 from 5 - 8 p.m. The public is welcome.

Upcoming Exhibit: May 1 - 31

"Lush"

Artists' Patricia Dee and Mary Sundstrom will showcase their works side by side.

Meet the artists' on Friday, May 16th from 5 - 8p.m. Bring you family and friends. East Village Wine Shoppe selects the wine for the night. Grab a bite to eat at Two Tony's Italian Restaurant just a few doors down.