I share a small midcentury modern book by gwen frostic, my most treasured book ever. A book of lovely poetry and thoughts both soothing and inspirational. She wrote, illustrated, printed and published 20 books and contributed to four others. May 02, 2014 fortunately the late gwen frostics legend lives on. Gwen frostics simple artwork representing michigans natural world is easily recognizable. A famous artist and alumna who became western michigan university s most generous benefactor now has a university school named after her. Sign up for librarything to find out whether youll like this book. She even has a book titled my michigan that you may feel michigan in your heart. Gwen frostic 19062001 sara gwendolen frostic was a michigan author, book manufacturer, linoleumblock nature artist and papermaker. Gwen frostic april 26, 1906 april 25, 2001 born as sara gwendolen frostic, was an american artist, entrepreneur, author, and michigan womens hall of fame inductee. There is only one thing to do when this happens get in the car and go someplace. With a few exceptions, we do not have the rights to put the full text of the book online, so there will be a link to a place where you can. Gwen frostic blank book of block prints scrap book. Now, shes the subject of a new childrens picture book, natures friend.
The gwen frostic story explores the life and career of the northern michigan artist. Gwen frostics home and studio in benzonia, michigan. Located six miles east of m22 in frankfort and two miles west of us31 in benzonia, this quaint shop offers many types of writing papers, matted prints, napkins and other items designed by gwen frostic. Reliable information about the coronavirus covid19 is available from the world health organization current situation, international travel. Frostic, one of wmus most accomplished alumni, died on april 25, 2001, the day before her 95th birthday.
She was the second child of the family, following her brother kenneth. Gwen frostic 19062001 was a michigan poet, book manufacturer, linoleumblock nature artist and papermaker who wrote, illustrated, printed and published 20 different titles which have been described as enchanting, delicate, breathtaking, and inspirational. Gwen sketched in nature, then created striking prints. Gwen frostic prints 5140 river road po box 300 benzonia, mi 49616. Gwen frostics most popular book is to those who see. Aug 26, 2018 the book ends with a short biography including gwens many esteemed accomplishments. Frostic captures the essence of mother nature in this delightful book. Click to read more about my michigan by gwen frostic. The wonderful nature of michigan artist gwen frostic city pulse. My michigan gwen frostic benzonia artist linocut block prints 1957. Oclcs webjunction has pulled together information and resources to assist library. Pages can include limited notes and highlighting, and the copy can include previous owner inscriptions. Widely known since the 1950s for her block print art, she died in her longtime home in benzonia, michigan, where she operated presscraft papers, gwen frostic prints of benzonia, a michigan landmark.
A wonderful tribute to gwen frostics art, and to her passion for natures beauty. Numerous and frequentlyupdated resource results are available from this search. Jessilynn this picture biography tells the story of well known michigan author gwen frostic. Gwen frostic images artist, nature artists, prints. Drawn in by subtle colors found in nature, her forest creatures and plants are printed on everything from greeting cards to place mats. Sep 18, 2012 gwen frostic prints was able to provide exactly what i wanted for my wedding. Industrylakeseducationbirds trees all blend together to make my michigan. Gwen frostic cardinal note cards note cards, printmaking, my favorite things, holiday. Gwen, who had embraced nature at an early age, would find later in life that this experience greatly influenced her career path.
Sara gwendolen frostic passed away peacefully on wednesday, april 25, 2001. The gwen frostic reading series sponsored by the department of english at western michigan university offers the following schedule. Her michigan studio can be visited and this book, along with other 60s books she designed, are still printed on her original presses and paper stock. See more ideas about prints, nature artists and artist. Super 1957 my michigan by gwen frostic benzonia, michigan woodblock poetry. Born in the thumb of michigan, gwen frostic spent her entire life in the state. Each of gwens wonderful books are filled with color.
In true gwen frostic style, the book closes with an art project inviting the reader to spend a moment outside, truly appreciating the unnoticed. I was lucky enough to get one of the original copies. A pioneering woman, she was a nature artist and early environmentalist from michigan. Payments are expected within 3 days of winning auction.
My michigan is a beautiful, artful book created by gwen frostic in 1957. Gwen frostic prints was able to provide exactly what i wanted for my wedding. A lifelong resident of michigan, frostic is known for her naturalist, linocut. Come and shop for a unique gift made by hand by the gwen frostic prints company in benzonia.
A copy that has been read, but remains in clean condition. She was born april 26, 1906 in sandusky, michigan to fred w. The book emanates a certain hush and reverence through its subtle palatte and the careful arrangement of images with negative space. New picture book on life and work of gwen frostic releasing. Fortunately the late gwen frostics legend lives on. My michigan teacher friends, especially, will definitely want to add this to their classroom libraries. The gwen frostic story this picture book biography tells the story behind gwen frostics famous work. I share a small midcentury modern book by gwen frostic. She was inducted into the michigan womens hall of fame and may 23 is gwen frostic day in michigan. Gwen frostic, a michigan icon, captures the beauty of northern michigan in this delightful book of poems illustrated with a paint brush that captures little details. Find great deals on ebay for gwen frostic and gwen frostic books. I loved the dedication someone had written in the front of the book.
Tuesday, july 23 from 9am to 5pm wednesday, july 24 from 9am to 5pm thursday, july 25 from 9am to 6pm friday, july 26 from 9am to 3pm saturday, july 27 from 9am to 12pm. A wonderful tribute to gwen frostic s art, and to her passion for natures beauty. Jun 29, 2017 gwen frostic printed in the small book that will be my new current journal yesterday was a very rainy, windy day and we are camping with friends on lake michigan. Each page contains one of frostics prints and poetry about michigan. Gwen frostic, deckled edge book block printed in her studio. Consider this your invitation to step inside her world. Around christmas eve when frostic was a young infant, she was struck with a terrible mysterious fever to.
Around christmas eve when frostic was a young infant, she was struck with a terrible mysterious fever to which no doctor could determine the cause. The book ends with a short biography including gwens many esteemed accomplishments. New picture book on life and work of gwen frostic releasing this. Most small items may be shipped for a fee shipping and handling charges will be added. Book in good condition, with some general wear at edgescorners, small tear at top of spine. My michigan by gwen frostic meet your next favorite book. Gwen frostic printed in the small book that will be my new current journal yesterday was a very rainy, windy day and we are camping with friends on lake michigan. Author lindsey mcdivitt is an avid gardener and childrens literature lover. View all restaurants near gwen frostic prints on tripadvisor.
The wonderful nature of michigan artist gwen frostic. Librarything is a cataloging and social networking site for booklovers. There is a wmu authors section in waldo library, where most of these books can be found. Albrecht auctions my michigan book, by gwen frostic. We wanted to use local products from northern michigan throughout our wedding and their misty shadows collection was perfect for our invitations and response cards. Frostic was born in the thumb of michigans mittenshaped lower peninsula but eventually settled on the other side of the state. To those who see, by gwen frostic 1st edition 1965 presscraft.
This book makes one want to visit the michigan woods where gwen frostics workshop still welcomes visitors. The wmu board of trustees approved the naming of the gwen frostic school of art in 2007. Not just for michiganders ive never been to michigan. Meet gwen frostic frostic school of art western michigan. It was named a 2019 michigan notable book by the library of michigan. Gwen frostic was born in the year 1906 in croswell, michigan a small town in east michigan. Gwen frostic gwen frostic 1906 2001 michigan author, book manufacturer, linoleumblock nature artist and papermaker. The gwen frostic story will be available on july 15 in your local independent bookstore, as well as online retailers, like amazon. The goal is to record most books written or edited by the gwen frostic school of art faculty.
In 1978 michigan governor william milliken proclaimed may 23rd as gwen frostic day in michigan, and in 1986 she was inducted into the michigan womans hall of fame. My michigan is a used hardcover available to purchase and shipped from firefly bookstore in kutztown, pa. You can purchase her artwork and see the original presses running to. The gwen frostic story, 2018 at the public library, i was delighted.
Shop the latest titles by gwen frostic at alibris including hardcovers, paperbacks, 1st editions, and audiobooks from thousands of sellers worldwide. The gwen frostic story written by lindsey mcdivitt and illustrated by eileen ryan ewen, sleeping bear press 2018. Jun 27, 2018 she was inducted into the michigan womens hall of fame and may 23 is gwen frostic day in michigan. Gwen frostic has 22 books on goodreads with 758 ratings. Gwen frostic reading series english western michigan. A lifelong resident of michigan, frostic is known for her naturalist, linocut block print artwork, created using original heidelberg platten presses. See through the eyes of michigan artist, gwen frostic. She wrote, illustrated, printed and published 21 books and contributed to three others. Beautifully illustrated collection of poemsthoughts by frostic. Gwen frostic prints 5140 river road, benzonia, michigan 49616 rated 4. Jul 26, 2018 gwen, who had embraced nature at an early age, would find later in life that this experience greatly influenced her career path. Gwens beautiful greeting cards and books were known worldwide. The nature artist gwen frostic 19062001 is a michigan treasure, so when lynn found her new picturebook. I share a small midcentury modern book by gwen frostic, my.