From staff reports
ONEKAMA ‒ Patina will open for its fifth season on May 12, and half the space will be dedicated to a new art gallery and workshop. Featured artists will rotate each weekend.
Owner Nikki Schneider said the schedule is filling quickly, and artisans confirmed so far are: Red Bush Breads, May 12-13; the Art Divas of Manistee, June 9-11; Sky Mage Pottery, June 30- July 2; and Artsy Goods with Cindy Swan-Eagan, July 14-16.
Local poet and author Louisa Loveridge-Gallas will read in the garden, and other events will be added as the season unfolds.
When Patina opened in 2019, the focus was on selling “found” vintage, eclectic and funky home and garden decor.
“The space organically and quickly transformed into a place of connection, inspiration and art,” Schneider said.
She explained that the Community Art Wall project came first, followed by small Covid outdoor markets (to assist displaced local artisans), workshops and indoor trunk shows.
“The energy seems to flow naturally from one thing to the next,” Schneider observed. “Our area is full of amazing artisans. I want to offer them a space in which they can share their work and inspire others.
“Matisse said, ‘Creativity takes courage,’” Schneider said, adding that she encourages new artists to come into Patina.
“You are welcome to use our furniture and props to display your art,” she continued, “and we are happy to offer staging assistance as well.”
Patina is located at 4850 Main St. aka M-22. For an updated schedule of events, follow Patina Designs on Facebook and Instagram. For more information and to submit photos of your work, contact Nikki Schneider at patinamichigan@gmail.com.
