A Land's Conservancy: Reclaiming Nature: Over the past year, Harbor Springs photographer Raymond Gaynor has been documenting the Little Traverse Conservancy's Offield Family Viewlands. Gaynor's images capture the way nature conserves itself through a process of growth & rebirth.
Crooked Tree Arts Center, Galleries, Petoskey
Thu - May 13, 2021 - 9:00a.m. - Tue - Jun 1, 2021

GREAT: Reflections on the Great Lakes: This exhibition asks Great Lakes-area artists to share original works of art that reflect on the theme “Great.” Juried by artist Susan Moran. Runs through June 1.
Crooked Tree Arts Center, Galleries, Petoskey
Thu - May 13, 2021 - 9:00a.m. - Tue - Jun 1, 2021

Mini Masterpieces: Outdoor exhibit. Tiny works will be hung on trees along the GAAC’s gravel walkway from Lake Street to the gallery & in the GAAC’s Grove behind the building. This self-guided experience begins on April 26 & runs through May 26. Mini Masterpieces are 3" x 3” canvases illustrated & painted by children in Leelanau County.
Glen Arbor Arts Center
Thu - May 13, 2021 - 9:00a.m. - Wed - May 26, 2021

Small Works Holiday Exhibition - Call For Entry: A showcase of 2D + 3D work that offers small, original art at affordable prices, $150 or less. The exhibition takes place Nov. 5 – Dec. 16. Exhibition registration is now open. For more info go to GlenArborArt.org/ARTISTS, & click on the Call For Entry tab.
Glen Arbor Arts Center
Thu - May 13, 2021 - 9:00a.m. - Fri - Oct 1, 2021

"Don't Miss the Boat": Presented by the Harbor Springs Area Historical Society. This exhibit highlights the historic ferries of Little Traverse Bay & features original watercolors & giclees by local artist William Talmadge Hall. Runs through the summer of 2021. Hours: Tues.-Sat., 11am-3pm.
Harbor Springs History Museum
Thu - May 13, 2021 - 10:00a.m. - Tue - Aug 31, 2021

"Kids on Community": Youth artists were invited to submit artwork in response to the theme of "Community." Fun, thoughtful & creative interpretations by Michigan youth (grades 3 - 12) are included in this online image gallery. Runs Dec. 1, 2020 - June 30, 2021.
Thu - May 13, 2021 - 10:00a.m. - Wed - Jun 30, 2021

CAAC’s 2021 Virtual Youth Art Show: The Cheboygan Area Arts Council announces its second annual Virtual Youth Art Show. It will be hosted on the Cheboygan Opera House website & promoted online & around town. The CAAC brings work from over 100+ youth art students each year. Homeschoolers & students from Bishop Baraga, Cheboygan Area High, Middle, & Elementary schools are displaying their best work. Check out the 2021 Virtual Youth Art ...
Thu - May 13, 2021 - 10:00a.m. - Wed - Jun 30, 2021

Concert of Color - Works by Richard Stocker: Over 25 of Stocker’s paintings will be on display, & the artist will be on site four days each week coloring his own handmade ink designs. Stocker’s coloring pages will be available for purchase, & anyone interested is welcome to join a coloring session. The show is open & free for public viewing from April 26 - May 14, 10am–4pm, Mondays through Saturdays.
Old Art Building, Leland
Thu - May 13, 2021 - 10:00a.m. - Fri - May 14, 2021

Egan Franks Holzhausen: Never Thought Twice: All works were made with upcycled materials, including old paintings discarded or abandoned in a community studio, scrap wood, & leftover paint from other projects or one-off samples from big box stores.
Crooked Tree Arts Center, Atrium Gallery, Petoskey
Thu - May 13, 2021 - 10:00a.m. - Sat - Jun 26, 2021

Manitou Music Poster Competition - Call For Entry: The Glen Arbor Arts Center is accepting submissions of original paintings for its 2022 Manitou Music poster competition. The deadline for online submissions is Sept. 16. Open to all current GAAC members. Each year, the GAAC selects an original painting for this limited edition poster. It is sold through the GAAC & at selected shops & art galleries in Leelanau County.
Thu - May 13, 2021 - 10:00a.m. - Thu - Sep 16, 2021

Young @ Art: Youth Art Show 2021 CTAC-Petoskey (Online). Runs through June 11. See the creative work of young artists working in the Char-Em ISD region. Over 1800 submissions are included.
Thu - May 13, 2021 - 10:00a.m. - Fri - Jun 11, 2021

"Dream to Reality: Exploring What We Believe and Why": April 23 - May 29. This exhibit explores the path to why we believe what we believe through the mythological illustrations & writing of Charlevoix artist Kim Richelle. A Gallery Talk with Sandy Witherspoon & Sandy McSauba will be held on Thurs., May 31 at noon. Pre-register. Free.
Charlevoix Circle of Arts
Thu - May 13, 2021 - 11:00a.m. - Sat - May 29, 2021

A Celebration: The Paintings of Amy L. Clark-Carels: Runs May 3 - Aug. 31. Featuring many paintings of local landmarks — from Alligator Hill to interior scenes from the historic Sleeping Bear Inn.
Glen Arbor Arts Center, Gallery
Thu - May 13, 2021 - 11:00a.m. - Tue - Aug 31, 2021

BLOW UP II: Inflatable Contemporary Art: This exhibit explores the imaginative ways that air is used as a tool to create large-scale sculptures. The artists translate everyday materials and imagery into larger-than-life, yet nearly lighter-than-air art. Curated by Carrie Lederer and organized by Bedford Gallery at the Lesher Center for the Arts in Walnut Creek, CA. "The Art Of: Nicole Banowetz" will be held via Zoom on Feb. 25 at 6:30pm. This ...
Dennos Museum Center, NMC, TC
Thu - May 13, 2021 - 11:00a.m. - Sun - May 16, 2021

Call for Artists: Artists' submissions will be considered for participation in "Artists for Wings of Wonder." This exhibit/fundraiser will be comprised MAINLY of invited artists, many of whom are  indigenous artists, members of Project Civilartzation & a handful of artwork from artists who submit work for consideration. Deadline for submissions is Aug. 1.
Thu - May 13, 2021 - 11:00a.m. - Sun - Aug 1, 2021

Call-For-Entries: Everyday Objects Exhibition: The exhibition runs Aug. 27 – Oct. 28. Online applications for this juried show may be submitted through July 15. It is open to 2D & 3D objects in a wide variety of media. The GAAC is open Mon. through Sat., 11am–2pm.
Glen Arbor Arts Center
Thu - May 13, 2021 - 11:00a.m. - Thu - Jul 15, 2021

Clothesline Exhibit Call-for-Entries: The Glen Arbor Arts Center is moving art outdoors. The Clothesline Exhibit, July 24 – Aug. 27, is an open-air exhibition of small work. This year’s theme, Wild Friends, challenges makers of all skills to create an unframed painting, drawing, photograph or collage on a single, 5” x 7” sheet of paper around this theme. Each work will be placed in a sealed plastic envelope & ...
Thu - May 13, 2021 - 11:00a.m. - Tue - Jul 6, 2021

Crooked Tree Arts Center - Petoskey's Annual Youth Art Show: The artwork created by students in the Char-Em ISD & homeschool students in Charlevoix & Emmet counties will be on display online through Fri., June 11.
Thu - May 13, 2021 - 11:00a.m. - Fri - Jun 11, 2021

Members Create Exhibition: On display: 41 works in both 2D & 3D by northern Michigan artists & beyond. The online version of the exhibition is also available for viewing beginning April 2. Business hours: 11am–2pm, Mon. through Sat.
Glen Arbor Arts Center, Gallery
Thu - May 13, 2021 - 11:00a.m. - Thu - May 20, 2021

The Collective Impulse - Online Exhibit: Featuring the work of artists Ruth Bardenstein, Jean Buescher & Susan Moran. The three artists met in Ann Arbor &, over time, have nurtured both personal & creative connections. They regularly share & critique one another’s work & together visit gallery & museum exhibitions. The exhibition was hosted at the Crooked Tree Arts Center - Petoskey from Sept. 21 through Dec. 18, 2020. This online publication shares ...
Thu - May 13, 2021 - 11:00a.m. - Tue - Aug 31, 2021

Community Yard Sale - Arts & Crafts Sale:
ASI Community Center & Park, Bellaire
Fri - May 14, 2021 - 8:00a.m.

Alternating Views: 3 person show featuring local artists: Ken Scott - photography; Julie Kradel - clay sculpture; Molly Davis - mixed media paintings. The exhibit runs during open gallery hours from May 15-30 with an artist Meet & Greet scheduled for May 15 from 4-7pm.
Higher Art Gallery, TC
Sat - May 15, 2021 - 11:00a.m. - Sun - May 30, 2021

2021 Jordan River Arts Council Scholarship Show: Held through May 21. Awards ceremony on Sun., May 16 at 2pm. Open Sat. & Sun., 1-4pm or by appointment.
Jordan River Arts Council, East Jordan
Sat - May 15, 2021 - 1:00p.m. - Sun - May 16, 2021

Stay Home, Stay Safe – An Artful Collaboration: Over 350 middle & high school art students from around Leelanau County are currently utilizing paper maché masks to create artworks that reflect their individual responses to the COVID-19 pandemic. An exhibit of these works will run from May 16-27.
Old Art Building, Leland
Sun - May 16, 2021 - 10:00a.m. - Thu - May 27, 2021