FRIDAY, JUNE 5 | 10 A.M. - 3 P.M. | BUILDING-WIDE
Join us for a day of creativity and inspiration during Art Walk at Michigan Design Center. On Friday, June 5, MDC will once again transform into a destination for art lovers, collectors, and the design community—featuring professional artists exhibiting within showrooms and studios throughout the building.
 Complimentary Espresso Cart | 10 – 11:30 A.M.MDC's Main Lobby Kick off your Art Walk experience with a handcrafted coffee or tea from The Cappuccino Man. Attendees are invited to stop by and enjoy a full coffeehouse menu featuring both hot and iced espresso drinks, along with a curated tea selection — the perfect way to start a day of creativity, conversation, and artistic discovery throughout MDC! |
Explore a growing lineup of artists working across a range of mediums, from abstract painting and encaustic art to fine art photography and ceramic sculpture. Attendees will have the opportunity to meet the artists, experience their work, and gain insight into their creative processes. Select works will also be available for purchase.
 Barbara Gaber
Italcasa Design, Suite 30An award-winning abstract painter, Barbara Gaber studied Fine Arts at the University of Michigan and has exhibited throughout the Midwest. Influenced by the Abstract Expressionist movement, her work embraces freedom, color, and composition—resulting in layered, expressive paintings that reflect both intuition and a deep understanding of form. |
 Laurie Tennent
Tennant & Associates, Suite 61Laurie Tennent is known for her dramatic, large-scale botanical photography that merges art and science. Working closely with botanists and conservationists, she captures rare and unusual plant species, transforming them into striking compositions on aluminum. Her work extends beyond the wall, often installed as sculptural elements in both residential and outdoor environments. |
 Matthew MacDougall
TRA Art Group, Suite 96Matt MacDougall creates encaustic and mixed media works using molten wax, building richly layered surfaces that explore depth, texture, and transparency. His process—both technical and intuitive—results in abstract compositions with sculptural qualities, often incorporating natural elements to enhance the materiality and visual complexity of each piece. |
 Katie Bramlage
Bruce White Gallery, Suite 97A ceramic artist rooted in the Great Lakes region, Katie Bramlage draws inspiration from natural forms shaped by time and water. Her hand-built pieces evoke organic, coastal textures and sculptural movement. Working from her Hazel Park studio, she creates functional and decorative objects that blend geology, craft, and approachable artistry. |
  11 A.M. - NOON | A Conversation in Art & DesignMid-America Room, Suite 86Moderated by Lee Davis of Kendall College of Art & Design, this featured panel discussion will bring together Art Walk artists KATIE BRAMALAGE, MATT MACDOUGALL, LAURIE TENNENT, and BARBARA GABER for a lively conversation exploring creativity across a range of artistic mediums—including ceramics, encaustic art, photography, and abstract painting. Topics will include artistic process, the evolving relationship between art and interior design, industry shifts, materiality, collecting, and the many factors shaping today’s creative landscape. |
Throughout the day, attendees can experience live demonstrations, informal presentations, and shops within participating showrooms:
 “Flower Power” Photography Demo
Laurie Tennent | Tennant & Associates, Suite 61Learn how to capture striking botanical images using your phone, along with a walkthrough of her exhibit and product applications. |
 Ceramic Demo
Katie Bramlage | Bruce White Gallery, Suite 97Katie will be hand-building with wet clay as well as assembling fired clay components into wall hangings. She will be sharing her thoughts, processes, and insight into setting up a simple at-home studio, as well as answering any questions. Feel free to drop in for a few minutes or stay the whole time. |
 The Parson's Nose Shop
Located inside Craighall Interiors, Suite 104-BStep inside The Parson’s Nose Antiques and explore a thoughtfully curated collection of antique prints, oil paintings, and timeless decorative artwork. Sourced from England and beyond, the collection features an array of equestrian art alongside distinctive vintage finds rich with character and history. Visitors will also discover original works by talented local artists. |
Admission is Free
Art Walk at MDC is a complimentary, building-wide open house designed to inspire and connect. Whether you’re a design professional, collector, or simply appreciate great art, this is a unique opportunity to experience creative talent within the context of beautifully designed interiors.
More artists and showroom details coming soon.
