The Germantown Series: A Discovery, The Great Hall & Conference Center, Michelle East,

Thank you to everyone who came out for my art show! I appreciate the support. Could not have pulled this off with out my sponsors and friends! Please stop by The Great Hall and Conference Center to see the exhibit. It will be up until Spring 2014. 

The Germantown Series - A Discovery, The Great Hall & Conference Center, Michelle East

Michelle East, The Germantown Series, City of Germantown

This project, The Germantown Series: A Discovery 

is so much fun to work on!

Not only am I challenging myself to dig into our community and find the most unusual places, my desire is to make the ordinary look extraordinary!  These are places that you may drive by everyday but never notice. My goal is to help you rediscover Germantown. Rediscover the beauty and the passion in this city. Remember why we moved here. Why we continue to live here and raise our family. I want to look beyond the houses and shopping areas.  Dig deeper into the raw natural beauty that the city of Germantown has to offer. So please follow me as we take this journey into Germantown together.

Prints from this series will be available starting next month. Sizes start at 11 x 14 and are printed on professional metallic papers. Your going to love these!

If you happen to see me out photographing, please stop and say hi! I love to talk to the citizens of Germantown and make new friends.  Seems like I learn something new about the area with each new person I meet. Remember, this project is for you. 

Till next time,

http://www.MichelleEastPhotography.com

Goodwindsinc, City of Germantown TN, Michelle East FIne Art

This past week I had the privilege of photographing at Goodwinds, a Germantown favorite for many years. Their specialty is landscaping, flowers, trees and plants. The family that owns the business is lovely. You will not meet a nicer couple.  I got a personal tour around the nursery after hours to do my photography. Above is the result of that photo shoot. 


It was a wonderful experience and I am so grateful to include Goodwinds Landscape and Garden Center into my Germantown project.


On a personal note, I had Goodwinds landscape my backyard several years ago and I have loved the magnolia trees and Japanese maples that I get to look at every day!


From their website:

Good Winds Landscape and Garden Center is both a design/build firm and retail garden center. The garden center is open year round with a wide variety of indoor and outdoor plant material. We have a knowledgeable staff available to answer any horticultural questions as well as designers available by appointment to discuss your garden improvements.  

 Design

Inspiration: We are inspired by our clients, the unique characteristics that each site offers and the beauty of natural elements.

Goal: Our goal is to develop creative solutions that seamlessly unite garden and architecture.

Program: The design program is developed from a collaborative effort between our clients and design staff, leading to respectful and long-lasting relationships.

Approach: The approach is influenced by an appreciation for timeless and classical design.

 Build

Method: Our method of construction is built on principles of excellence, accuracy and precision.

Materials: The choice of material is hand selected from trusted and time tested sources.

Craftsmanship: Our craftsmanship is produced from a rigorous attention to detail in all disciplines of construction that we offer. 

 History

Goodwin’s Greenhouse was established in 1943 by Mr. Goodwin. After many years it has become a historic site and one of the oldest businesses to exist in Germantown,TN. From its inception Goodwin’s has become known not only for its plant material but also for its variety of animals from emus and cockatoos to pot-bellied pigs and peacocks. Eventually Goodwin’s developed a reputation as the “Germantown Zoo.” The memories and childhood stories that have been made as a result of this historic and lively business seem endless and always fun to hear.

However, Goodwin’s memories also contain the highs and lows of any business. Throughout its lifetime it has passed through the hands of several owners, each time not faring well with the change. Without an owner that could breathe new life into it, the old charm of the Greenhouse seemed to be losing its sense of place and slowly grew out of character with the established neighborhood around it.

At its lowest point, Paul Bruns of Germantown,TN. was finishing his Masters of Landscape Architecture from Louisiana State University. Also about this time the greenhouse had become available for purchase. With Paul’s timely study coming to a conclusion, he was poised to purchase the Greenhouse and restore its unique trademark to the city of Germantownand the Memphis area.

Paul purchased the business in 1999 after finishing school and returning to Germantown. After the purchase the name was slightly changed from Goodwin’s to Good Winds. Today the new business is full of life and very much integrated into the community. Though many of the animals are no longer part of Good Winds, the greenhouses have been cleaned up, organized and transformed into a charming year round garden center. A design/build landscape firm is also now a major part of the business.

Today a customer of Good Winds Garden Centercan expect to have a unique experience that will reminisce of the past while giving great hope to the future of this historic Greenhouse and its relationship to the community.

2238 Sunset Road

Germantown, Tn. 38138

Design Studio: (901) 758-1895

Garden Center: (901) 758-1185

Facsimile: (901) 758-1885

Till next time,

City of Germantown TN, New Work, Michelle East FIne Art

Hi All-
It is July 1, 2012 and we have 5 more months of this year. My year has flown by so far- how about yours! I am excited about all of the new and creative projects that I have begun this year.

My favorite and closest to my heart is the Germantown Series. These images will reflect the beauty and loveliness of my city. I hope to capture Germantown in a warm light with reflections of memories made here. Families raising their children and enjoying the park systems. Giving a nod to our rich history of horses and our annual horse show. Residents of Germantown, Tn are truly blessed.


Germantown, TN
Located near the Mississippi River along the historic trails of the Chickasaw Indians, Germantown offers its residents a safe, attractive and energetic community. The City of Germantown, its elected officials and its employees stand ready to provide assistance and quality services to you and are fully committed to making this a great place to live. Many opportunities exist for you to interact with local government and to participate in the civic activities and organizations within the city. Whether you are a long-time resident or new to the area, we believe you will share our sense of pride in our city. 



To learn more about the City of Germantown click here - City of Germantown


I am excited to be partnering with the Great Hall and Conference Center's manager, Chuck Porter to bring this exhibit to the public once it is complete.  My work on the Germantown Series will be displayed at The Great Hall and Conference Center in Germantown off of Germantown Parkway. I will keep you all updated on the progress!

The Great Hall and Conference Center

A sample of my work for the Germantown Series-

Till next time,

Michelle East, Award Winning Photographer, Germantown, TN

Have a haunted yet safe 

Halloween

my friends!

 

Till next time,

Michelle East, Award Winning Artist, Memphis, TN

I just ran across this visual image of left versus right brain and loved it!

Michelle East Memphis Artist - New Art Work

"The Dance Triptych"  

Oil on Canvas

$300 set of 3 10x10

Here is a new piece that I have been working on.  "The Dance" inspired by the movement of line and rhythm of music.  If you would like to find out more about this piece or other works of art I have created, please call me at 901.326.6074. I would love to talk with you!

Till next time,

Michelle East Studio Memphis, TN Fountain Art Gallery & Kirby Wine and Liquors

Wine Tasting and Gallery Reception at Fountain Art Gallery in Memphis!

Please join me!

Michelle East Studio Memphis, TN Fountain Art Gallery & Kirby Wine and Liquors

Fountain Art Gallery New Artist Reception & Wine Tasting
6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. Friday Aug. 5th

Where: Fountain Art Gallery

Chickasaw Oaks Plaza

3092 Poplar Ave # 1

Memphis, TN 38111

(901) 458-7100

Who - Fountain Art Gallery along with Kirby Wines & Liquor & Just for Lunch Restaurant

What - Wine Tasting and Art Show with Tapas available for purchase at Just for Lunch.

 This is Silver Palms Chardonnay - the wine I am paired up with! I love the bottle and can't wait to try it at the wine tasting.  I would be delighted if you joined me! 

 Silver Palm Chardonnay 2009 – Using cutting-edge & traditional artisan winemaking techniques, winemaker Melissa Bates meticulously fashions this superb fruit into a chic and elegant chardonnay.  ‘For the Premier release of our chardonnay, I to ferment in stainless steel, preserving delicate fruit characteristics and avoiding any overbearing flavors that an oak barrel might impart. Our debut chardonnay glistens in the glass and greets the nose with the perfume of apple blossom and pear. On the palate, ripe flavors of white peach, Gravenstein apple and Meyer lemon glide seamlessly like a silk ribbon. A near flinty finish provides balanced acidity and leaves the palate yearning for another sip.’

Till next time, 

Michelle

Michelle East Memphis Artist & Portrait Photographer

In July I will be bringing some of my artwork over to Kirby Wines and Liquors in order to promote Fountain Art Gallery's wine tasting event scheduled for August 5th in the evening.  I hope you all can join us for a lovely evening of art and of course wine!  There will be a wine expert from Kirby Wines & Liquors on site for the evening and wonderful tapas available from Just for Lunch.  Fountain Art Gallery is located in Chickasaw Oaks Village shopping center, Poplar Ave in Memphis Tn.  


The fun part about this event is that each of us new artists at Fountain Art    Gallery have been paired up with a wine!  


Here is mine -


Silver Palm Chardonnay 2009 – 
Using cutting-edge & traditional artisan winemaking techniques, winemaker Melissa Bates meticulously fashions this superb fruit into a chic and elegant chardonnay.  ‘For the Premier release of our chardonnay, I to ferment in stainless steel, preserving delicate fruit characteristics and avoiding any overbearing flavors that an oak barrel might impart. Our debut chardonnay glistens in the glass and greets the nose with the perfume of apple blossom and pear. On the palate, ripe flavors of white peach, Gravenstein apple and Meyer lemon glide seamlessly like a silk ribbon. A near flinty finish provides balanced acidity and leaves the palate yearning for another sip.’


http://www.kirbywines.com/
2865 Kirby Parkway
Memphis, TN 38119
Phone: 901-756-1993
Monday-Thursday: 9am-10:00pm
Friday-Saturday: 9am-11pm 

Michelle East Memphis Tn Artist visits Navarre Beach, FL

We are back from our trip to Navarre Beach, Fl on the Gulf of Mexico. www.NavarreBeach.com 

What a lovely little area. Not crowded at all. Gorgeous white sand and turquoise water. 

I could have stayed for a month! But alas, reality calls and here I am back in the studio!

Above are images of my family as we had a fun family beach photo session one evening.

I also took some time to paint and set up an easel out at the beach one afternoon. It was so much fun to paint outside and see the reactions of people walking by. I loved the energy!

Wishing you all a beautiful summer full of memories and love with family and friends.

Till next time,

Michelle East, Memphis Germantown Tn Artist Exhibits at Shelby Farms Juried Art Show

Thanks to everyone who came out to the Art Sale at Shelby Farms last night. It was a delightful evening with live music --- by you know who!, wine and food, of course lots of wonderful artwork!

Me and the King!

My work on display at the show.

This one was the favorite of the night of all who came to see my work. I love this one!

It is still available for $325. Manhattan View - This work is on canvas and ready to hang in your home or office. Please give me a call if you are interested. Starting Wednesday, these pieces will be available through Fountain Gallery in Memphis.  

Have a wonderful week ahead,