We are excited to be featuring several different artists on Saturdays in July this year at our Naperville location! Talented, local artists are chosen because they either make pieces for the garden or make pieces inspired by nature. Join Saturdays in July to shop all the artists beginning July 9. Local musicians will also be playing each week. Listen to soothing tunes as you find handmade home and garden decor just right for you. Here is a sneak peek at what the artists are creating.
July 23, 2022
10am-5pm
The Growing Place, Naperville
The following artists will be present on July 23 at The Growing Place, Naperville. Preview their artwork below. Local singer-songwriter Annie Vander will be filling the air with music from 11am-2pm.
Carla Baker
Carla Baker makes handmade jewelry, knit and crochet accessories.
Contact Carla at tbaker5309@gmail.com.
Duane Halleck
Symbiotic rock totems are made with natural rocks stacked 30″-42″ tall. Colorful and one of a kind!
Duane Halleck can be reached at rocktotems@yahoo.com.
Wreath & Trowel
Laura Kirin, former TGP container designer, now channels her talent into making wreaths.
See more of Laura’s work on Facebook at Wreath & Trowel.
Cheerful Greetings
Amy Maaske makes delightful cards for all occasions.
Like her Facebook page here: https://www.facebook.com/ALMdesigns19.
Plaited Designs
Rock collectors unite! Sandy Bell wraps rocks with knotted leather. Inspired by Japanese basket weaving and knots, these wrapped stones can be used in your mediation space or as decoration. Stones are wrapped using premium leather cording and can be personalized with a metal stamped washer.
See more of Sandy’s artwork on Instagram @plaited_designs.
Annie Vander
Annie Vander is a local singer-songwriter who also emcees open mic nights at Grace Coffee and Wine in Yorkville. Listen to one of her songs. See what she is up to her by following her on Instagram @annie_vander.
In case you missed them, these are the artists inspired by nature who were at the July 9th & 16th events. Check them out!
Wisdom Lady Shop
Beth Wisdom creates vintage and whimsy tea set pieces arranged in a waterfall pattern for your garden or planter.
Preview more of her artwork on etsy.com/shop/WisdomLadyShop.
A Garden Rose
Susan Borghesi creates both functional and sculptural work in stoneware and porcelain, taking her inspiration from nature. Each piece is one of a kind.
Find Sue’s work here: etsy.com/shop/agardenrose.
Fantastically Glassy
Lisa Banovetz makes glass and ceramic bird baths, wind chimes, tea pots, and yard art.
She can be reached at fantasticallyglassy@yahoo.com.
Elegant Designs by Gail
Gail Shavalia makes machine embroidered visors, bags, framed art, towels, and more.
For more information, contact Gail at ladybug1831.gs@gmail.com.
When Not Gardening
Ruth Dykstra embroiders on several types of items made from wet felted recycled sweaters. She values serendipity in her art, finding it fascinating how natural fibers interact with each other and with other materials.
Jean’s Gems
Marlena Parr brings tables full of handmade and vintage jewelry.
For more information, contact Marlena at marle6pa@aol.com.
Collinson Fine Art
Kathie Collinson captures inspiring moments in nature using colored pencil, abstract encaustic, photo encaustic, photography, painting, and drawing.
Find Kathie’s work here: www.collinsonfineart.com/
Art by Rozanne
Rozanne Priebe’s impressionistic paintings capture Midwest garden scenes and animals in all seasons.
See more of Rozanne’s artwork.
Dyonne’s Painted Panes
Dyonne paints on windows with weather resistant enamel paint. These windows can be left outdoors for years in the snowy winter, and the hot summers. No scrubbing, washing required.
Email Dyonne regarding additional inventory on hand at dyonnes@comcast.net.
Aaron Kelly
While meandering through artist tents and inspirational gardens, enjoy listening to the music of singer-songwriter Aaron Kelly.
Aaron Kelly was never on American Idol, but did grow up on the edge of the Chicago megalopolis, falling under the influence of John Prine, Townes Van Zandt, and empathy, his songs are carefully crafted and made to last. He’s been featured by American Songwriter Magazine, and released Barefoot and Bottomed Out, his first solo album, in 2016, after zig-zagging across the country for years with Overman. Making up for lost time, Aaron Kelly Band will release an LP, Songs Still Sing, and an EP, Letting the Animals Out, in 2022.
The Potter’s Apprentice
Pauline Ares makes a wide variety of products using clay, fire, color, and texture in her ceramic art.
See more of Pauline’s work: https://www.etsy.com/shop/thepottersapprentice/.
Karen Altay Rosenberg
Karen simulates leaf patterns into functional pottery.
See more of Karen’s work here: www.instagram.com/karenaltayrosenberg/
Yumiko Ceramics
Yumiko Mizoguchi’s functional handmade pottery provides a beautiful setting for your floral arrangements.
More of Yumiko’s work can be seen here: https://www.instagram.com/yumiko_ceramics/
Robert Koch, AWS
Artist Statement
Being an architect as well as an artist I can’t help but being drawn to painting subjects which encompass – “Structure”. Having thus stated that I must follow what is my definition of “structure”. For me “structure” applies to not only the built environment, which may seem to be the obvious, but it also encompasses landscape, plant life, and the human figure, which explains my interest in painting all of these subjects.
In addition to painting a variety of subject matter, I like to pursue these subjects in various media. While known primarily as a watercolorist, I also enjoy painting in oil, gouache, casein, and acrylic.
Fairy Garden Delight
Anne Niemann makes fairy houses, knit toys, macrame plant hangers, and items made of wood.
She can be reached at anneniemann@comcast.net.
A Touch of Spring
Watercolor artist Jeannine Stump has enjoyed teaching art to children and adults.
See more of Jeannine’s work here: www.etsy.com/shop/ATouchOfSpring
Heartway Harp & Strings
Julianne, Marie, and Elise are passionate about using their musical talents to bring joy and peace into any atmosphere. They have had the privilege of performing at a range of events from restaurants and coffee shops to outdoor weddings and churches.
Listen to a sample of their style.
