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John, the son of an illustrator and an art teacher, grew up in Detroit surrounded by art. He worked for 30 years in national advertising photography before turning to painting. During this time, he founded Midcoast Studios and Spike Osler Photography. He traveled, painted and met extraordinary people, many of whom had modest means and fragile futures. They were free with their friendship, rich in spirit, and revealed to John their joy, pain, and hopes. John captured their time together with the dignity they deserve.

His work is especially admired by fellow artists for its strength and directness. John has won Gold Medals in the prestigious Scarab Club shows and is currently in collections in Detroit, Chicago, New York, Atlanta, Los Angeles, Pasadena, Seattle, Monterey, Minneapolis, New Orleans, throughout the country, Europe and New Zealand.

“From the joyful abandon of boys splashing in the ocean to the confident dignity of an African-American woman sitting in the back row of a church, John Osler exhibits a masterful understanding of color and light and equally important, a magical ability to translate passion, joy, grief, resignation, and dignity to canvas. What I find so remarkable is how Osler reveals his subjects’ innermost thoughts: their turmoil and resignation, their pain and peace.
Dr. Anne Lewis, Minneapolis, MN

ART OF JOHN OSLER
March 15 - 23, 2025
Curated by Larry Green Art & Michael Horner Art
Opening Reception: Saturday, March 15 4:00PM to 8:00 PM
Artist/Family Talk: Sunday, March 23 2:00PM – 4:00PM

Sunday March 16, Saturday, March 22 & Sunday March 23 1:00PM – 5:00PM
Gallery Hours by appointment: Tuesday, Thursday, Friday 4:30PM – 6:30PM
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ART OF JOHN OSLER
March 15 - 23, 2025
Curated by Larry Green Art & Michael Horner Art

Immerse yourself in the vibrant world of fine art painting and let your imagination explore the depth of art with incredible paintings made by the late John Osler. Best known for his ability to capture an emotional moment, his artwork and photography shows his deep respect for his subject. He combined a fresh and free approach to color and style with a mature skill set. 

His work is admired by fellow artists for its strength and directness. John won Gold Medals in the prestigious Scarab Club shows and is in collections in Detroit, Chicago, New York, Atlanta, Los Angeles, Pasadena, Seattle, Monterey, Minneapolis, New Orleans, throughout the country, Europe and New Zealand.

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Opening Reception: Saturday, March 15  4:00PM to 8:00 PM

Artist/Family Talk: Sunday, March 23 2:00PM – 4:00PM

Sunday March 16, Saturday, March 22 & Sunday March 23 1:00PM – 5:00PM

Gallery Hours by appointment:  Tuesday, Thursday, Friday 4:30PM – 6:30PM

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Celebrate Detroit's  Black Art, Culture and Sacred Spaces during the McGee: Urban Synthesis 2 Exhibit with over 35 local artists

February 1 – 9, 2025

Opening Reception: Saturday, February 1, 2025 from 4:00PM to 8:00 PM

Saturday February 8th,: 1:00 – 5:00PM
Sundays February 2nd and 9th: 1:00 – 5:00PM; Artist Talks: 2:00PM to 4:00PM
Tuesdays, Thursdays through Fridays by appointment during the hours of 4:30PM to 6:30PM

A Bit of Detroit Art History:

Charles McGee Oil Painting "Squares and Things" African-American 1967

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"Squares and Things" painted by the eminent artist, Charles McGee, literally breaths his African American heritage and his extraordinary vibrant use of colors. This early painting of McGee's shows his mastery in creating a painting in the style of the French Impressionist Edouard Manet, "Still Life with Melon and Peaches" located in the National Gallery of Art, Washington, DC, and in the style of Fauvist/Expressionist painter Henry Matisse, "Still Life with Blue Tablecloth", located in the Hermitage Museum, Saint Petersburg, Russia. McGee makes the well-known genre of still life his own creating an exciting, marvelous work incorporating the homely quilt - the powerful symbol of the African American road to safety from slavery - as his main focus. Quilts symbolize warmth, comfort, and as shown by the collection of quilts gathered by the artists in Gee's Bend the designs on the quilts hung outdoors at locations along the Underground Railroad showed fugitives the road north and to safety.

"Squares and Things" was first shown at The Arwin Galleries, Inc., Detroit, Michigan, one of the stops along the Underground Railroad. This piece is an extraordinary example of his early work before he moved into Abstract Expressionism and his many sculptural works now located throughout Michigan.

McGee was born into a family of sharecroppers. While helping his grandfather tend the land, "he observed firsthand the order and harmony that exists within nature."

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L. M. COZ Art Studio
Presents Painting with a Holiday Vibe!

L.M. Coz is a Detroit native that has created art her entire life. She is a member of the Detroit Fine Arts Breakfast Club, and other organizations in Detroit. Her artwork has been exhibited in the U.S. and Canada. She is also an actress/model/comedian and great mother of three.

Celebrate the season at our chic and unique paint party and art exhibit experience featuring an array of vibrant colors and creative vibes! Join Artist L. M. Coz at Design Studio 6 - Detroit for a fun-filled event where you can unleash your inner artist. Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned painter, this event is perfect for anyone looking to have a good time and get those creative juices flowing. Don't miss out on this exciting opportunity to mingle with fellow art enthusiasts and create your own masterpiece. Grab your friends and make it a night to remember!

Wine, Refreshments, Music and Fun are included!

Painting Fee: $45
Non Painter Fee: $10

Buy at:
https://lmcoz.com/
Reserve Your Painting Ticket ASAP through Eventbrite:
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