Seller assumes all responsibility for this listing. Gwen frostics attention to nonhuman details in the natural world. She owned and operated her own print shop in benzie county for many years. 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. Gwen frostics simple artwork representing michigans natural world is easily recognizable. There is only one thing to do when this happens get in the car and go someplace.
Gwen frostic prints gwen turned her linoleum block carvings into stationery goods and prints. They soften and add interest to the generally airy page design. Sep 27, 20 this pin was discovered by micki weinman. Gwen frostic blank book of block prints scrap book. Her legacy continues worldwide through her artwork. Gwen frostic was such a woman an environmentalist, author, lecturer, and nature artist who joined alpha sigma taus first chapter in the 1920s at what is now eastern michigan university.
Gwen frostic is nationally known as a writer and an artist. She was born april 26, 1906 in sandusky, michigan to fred w. The wonderful nature of michigan artist gwen frostic. Since the early 1950s, a stop at gwen frostics linoleumblock print shop for her handmade cards, papers and books was imperative if you were anywhere near the frankfort area. Mcdivitts thorough storytelling and excellent pacing allow for a full understanding of gwen frostics achievements. In 1986 she was inducted into the michigan womens hall of fame. Now, shes the subject of a new childrens picture book, natures friend. Gwen frostic studio benzonia, michigan, photo by trish p.
I have kept mine however all the other books are amazing i actually went to michigan with a girlfriend to her printing place and trails. Being truly genuine enhances others trust, reliance, and belief in her. Gwen frostic i wonder how many people remember gwen frostic. Young readers will be fascinated by the life work of this talented and determined artist. This book examines the life of gwen frostic, prominent artist, naturalist, and business owner, in a simple, ageappropriate way that will help children develop word recognition and reading skills. Drawn in by subtle colors found in nature, her forest creatures and plants are printed on everything from greeting cards to place mats. This item will ship to united states, but the seller has not specified shipping options. Gwen frostic was a northern michigan artist who drew her inspiration from the natural environment as she created her block prints. New owners reopen gwen frostic print shop in benzonia. Born in the thumb of michigan, gwen frostic spent her entire life in the state. Gwen frostic gwen frostic 1906 2001 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. When she was 8 months old she suffered from an unknown illness which left her with lifelong symptoms similar to cerebral palsy. Frostic, gwen contemplate 1st edition 1st printing hardcover benzonia, michigan presscraft papers, inc. Gwen frostic prints 5140 river road, benzonia, michigan 49616 rated 4. In 1978 the governor of michigan declared may 23 as gwen frostic day in michigan. The spot is a popular tourist attraction and offers a wide selection of. Frostic, gwen contemplate 1st edition 1st printing ebay. K gal the elberta alert tipped me off last year that in 1978, michigan governor william milliken proclamed may 23 gwen frostic day in michigan, and in 1986 she was inducted into the michigan womens hall of fame. Print signed gwen frostic in bottom right corner print measures 14. She learned to be persistent and independentnever taking no for an answer or letting her disabilities define her. Gwen frostic is currently considered a single author. Frostic was born in the thumb of michigans mittenshaped lower peninsula but eventually settled on the other side of the state, in the woods of benzonia. She was owner and president of presscraft papers, gwen frostic prints, of benzonia. I loveeeee all the other gwen frostic books but this one addresses the troubling problem with our contamination of nature and what we are doing to our planet so it is depressing yet necessary.
Their sky blue tint prevents them from competing visually with the story text blocks, but beckons the reader to return and contemplate gwens words. A tiny waterfall trickles down a stone pillar, the echoes of its liquid. Gwen frostic, contemplate presscraft papers, 1978 all that time i spent looking for a copy of wingborne q. Gwen frostic prints is the home, studio and gallery of the iconic northern michigan artist. Gwen frostic exlib by katlin sarantou for sale online ebay. Come and shop for a unique gift made by hand by the gwen frostic prints company in benzonia. Pick up beautiful block print stationery, napkins, cards and books of poetry by the artist. Must have picked it up at a library book sale sometime in the past decade. Spanish english bilingual childrens picture book lot. Visit gwen frostic prints on your trip to benzonia or. Despite physical difficulties frostic showed an early interest and aptitude for art.
Please practice handwashing and social distancing, and check out our resources for adapting to these times. Gwen frostic prints benzonia 2020 what to know before. Eileen ryan ewen captures gwen frostics strength of character, cando attitude, and love of nature in her stunning artwork. She was a poet who learned how to make her own books not just to print her books, but to illuminate them not just illustrate with elegant portraits of plants and birds, and even to make her own paper so that one gorgeous page actually had a real butterfly. Many spreads feature frostic quotes in a tall font that suggests hand lettering. Near beulah is the studio of the late artist gwen frostic, a michigan icon. She is from michigan and only writes about the stuff she sees and experiences in michigan. These 12 functioning presses make that same movement about 42 times per minute at gwen frostic prints in. No matter what youre looking for or where you are in the world, our global marketplace of sellers can help you find unique and affordable options. Contemplate by gwen frostic hardcover book 1st edition first printing 1973. Sara gwendolen frostic passed away peacefully on wednesday, april 25, 2001.
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. View all restaurants near gwen frostic prints on tripadvisor. The my ittybitty bio series are biographies for the earliest readers. The entrance to gwen frostic prints in benzonia was marked with a closed sign late last week. Sara gwendolen frostic was born in sandusky, michigan to sara and fred frostic. Gwen frostic prints benzonia 2020 all you need to know. Etsy is the home to thousands of handmade, vintage, and oneofakind products and gifts related to your search. Wisps of mist by frostic, gwen by gwen frostic, hardcover. Benzonia a step across the threshold at gwen frostic prints is a step back in time. She created a most unique and beautiful series of designs. Signed gwen frostic block print nature scene hello, for your consideration is a beautiful nature scene print in wonderful flowing colors signed by the artist details. She wrote, illustrated, printed and published 21 books and contributed to three others. Gwen frostic, contemplate presscraft papers, 1978all that time i spent looking for a copy of wingborne q.
Declared 40 years ago in 1978 wednesday is gwen frostic day in michigan. The wmu board of trustees approved the naming of the gwen frostic school of art in 2007. A lifelong resident of michigan, frostic is known for her naturalist, linocut block print artwork, created using original heidelberg platten presses. Come visit gwen frostics home and studio, where you too can be inspired by this one of a kind experience. Frostic was granted several honorary doctorates from alma college, eastern michigan university, western michigan university, michigan state university, and ferris state university.
Today you can visit both her shop, displaying stationery and. If one or more works are by a distinct, homonymous authors, go ahead and split the author. In this 1985 feature, gwen frostic reflects on life, art, commerce and the satisfaction one finds in giving. Gwen frostic photo courtesy of western michigan university was a featured speaker in bay view in the love her art work and the things she writes. The gwen frostic story, 2018 at the public library, i was delighted. Gwen frostic art continues to sell business record. Gwen passed away peacefully on wednesday, april 25, 2001. The artist moved to a wildlife sanctuary on the betsie river in 1964, and thats.