The Downriver Council for the Arts’ (DCA) presents Comfort Zone, an in-person and on-line exhibit! Hover over the image to read the description. Click to the left or right to scroll through the entire show. Even more art is on display in our main gallery. If you are interested in purchasing a piece, please contact the DCA at 734-720-0671 or dc4arts@downriverarts.org

Thank you to all the artists who submitted art into this exhibit!

Old Blue Vase (Copy) — Old Blue Vase

Gretchen Vandenberghe | Old Blue Vase | Colored Pencil | 23x20 (includes mat and frame with non-glare glass) |$225
"This piece was created in my "Comfort Zone", in my sanctuary where I pay attention to what makes me feel open-hearted and alive. This is a place where I am able create with a feeling of well being and warmth, content and at peace with my surroundings. Colored pencil is a slow art form and helps me to focus all energy without worry of the final product but more about enjoying the process."
Gretchen Vandenberghe is an artist/instructor, Registered Nurse, Reiki Practitioner who holds a BA in Art History. Combining her background in healthcare and the arts, she is dedicated to raising awareness about how art can enhance the wellbeing of individuals as well as community.

Gestalt Flower (Copy) — Gestalt Flower

Bethany DeGhetto | Gestalt Flower | Fiber Art | 16”x16” | NFS
I am a 2022 Senior at Livonia Career Technical Center!

The Zone (Copy) — The Zone

Linda Allen | The Zone | mixed-installation | POR
Fifty years ago when she was in high school artist Linda Allen had a dream to one day create a mixed media installation. Finally her dream is a reality at Downriver Council for the Arts. “The Zone,” is an installation of painted canvases, collages, assemblages and sculptures. The subject matter is a little bit of a walk on the wild side where she explores sexual tension in a fun and playful way. Linda has been greatly influenced by artist Robert Rauschenberg who was known for his “combines” in which non-traditional materials and objects were employed in various combinations. Allen goes for various and hilarious!
Her art is created with the following eclectic materials: acrylic, oil and watercolor paints often combined with fabric, paper, or drawings. Collages and art pieces express imagery of an urban experience. She enjoys creating art that is amusing and intriguing. She has taught art workshops and is a member of the Michigan Water Color Society, the Detroit Society of Women Painters and Sculptors, and Scarab Club.
Formerly Allen was an Interior Designer at Contract Interiors and worked in that profession after receiving her BS degree at Wayne State University. After 15 years in that field she returned to her first love, art! The practice of art making has been a source of joy and fulfillment for her since it was introduced into her life in middle school. She finally found her niche. Her world has become full of color, texture and light ever since.

The Zone - Three Olives (Copy) — The Zone - Three Olives

Linda Allen | The Zone - Three Olives | collage | $200
Fifty years ago when she was in high school artist Linda Allen had a dream to one day create a mixed media installation. Finally her dream is a reality at Downriver Council for the Arts. “The Zone,” is an installation of painted canvases, collages, assemblages and sculptures. The subject matter is a little bit of a walk on the wild side where she explores sexual tension in a fun and playful way. Linda has been greatly influenced by artist Robert Rauschenberg who was known for his “combines” in which non-traditional materials and objects were employed in various combinations. Allen goes for various and hilarious!
Her art is created with the following eclectic materials: acrylic, oil and watercolor paints often combined with fabric, paper, or drawings. Collages and art pieces express imagery of an urban experience. She enjoys creating art that is amusing and intriguing. She has taught art workshops and is a member of the Michigan Water Color Society, the Detroit Society of Women Painters and Sculptors, and Scarab Club.
Formerly Allen was an Interior Designer at Contract Interiors and worked in that profession after receiving her BS degree at Wayne State University. After 15 years in that field she returned to her first love, art! The practice of art making has been a source of joy and fulfillment for her since it was introduced into her life in middle school. She finally found her niche. Her world has become full of color, texture and light ever since.

When You Speak I Hear Rainbows (Copy) — When You Speak I Hear Rainbows

Tim Porter | When You Speak I Hear Rainbows | Mixed Media | 11” x 14” | $135
Instagram: @timporterartist

Talking in My Sleep (Copy) — Talking in My Sleep

Tim Porter | Talking in My Sleep | Mixed Media | 11” x 14” | $135
Instagram: @timporterartist

Think Like a Bee (Copy) — Think Like a Bee

Tim Porter | Think Like a Bee | Mixed Media | 11” x 14” | $135
Instagram: @timporterartist

Hindsight is Like a String (Copy) — Hindsight is Like a String

Tim Porter | Hindsight is Like a String | Mixed Media | 11” x 14” | $135
Instagram: @timporterartist

Whimsical Houses & Other Carvings - #1000 (Copy) — Whimsical Houses & Other Carvings - #1000

David Matt | Whimsical Houses & Other Carvings - #1000 | $2800

Whimsical Houses & Other Carvings - #233 (Copy) — Whimsical Houses & Other Carvings - #233

David Matt | Whimsical Houses & Other Carvings - #233 | $560

Katmandu Quartet (Copy) — Katmandu Quartet

Fred Drotar | Katmandu Quartet | Photography | $360

Devoted Family (Copy) — Devoted Family

Fred Drotar | Devoted Family | Photography | $360

Crane Couple (Copy) — Crane Couple

Fred Drotar | Crane Couple | Photography | $360

Talking Us Up (Copy) — Talking Us Up

Andrew Morsello | Talking Us Up | Watercolor / Acrylic / Texture | $1200

Cornered Flowers (Copy) — Cornered Flowers

Andrew Morsello | Cornered Flowers | Watercolor / Acrylic / Texture | $300

Comfort in the Storm (Copy) — Comfort in the Storm

Andrew Morsello | Comfort in the Storm | Watercolor / Acrylic / Texture | $300

Create Comfort (Copy) — Create Comfort

Julienne Bourassa | Create Comfort | Fiber / Knit & Crochet | $100

Wildfire (Copy) — Wildfire

Joseph Hosler | Wildfire | Acrylic | $100

Hanging on by a Thread (Copy) — Hanging on by a Thread

Joseph Hosler | Hanging on by a Thread | Ink and Burlap Twine | $80

Parked for the Night (Copy) — Parked for the Night

Joseph Hosler | Parked for the Night | Acrylic | $70

The Part (Copy) — The Part

Joseph Hosler | The Part | Acrylic | $150

Lunar Cascade (Copy) — Lunar Cascade

Emily Kokay | Lunar Cascade | Acrylic on Mirror | $240

Shibori Scarf (Copy) — Shibori Scarf

Emily Kokay | Shibori Scarf | Fabric Dye, Cotton Scarf | $45

Slush (Copy) — Slush

Emily Kokay | Slush | Dye and Bleach on Canvas | $50

Be a Friend Pals (Copy) — Be a Friend Pals

Betty Ferris | Be a Friend Pals | $35 ea

Waves (Copy) — Waves

Yvonne Godair | Waves | Photography | $50

Stitch in Time (Copy) — Stitch in Time

Yvonne Godair | Stitch in Time | Photography | $50

Nocturnal Life (Copy) — Nocturnal Life

Adrienne Trupiano | Nocturnal Life | Acrylic on Canvas | $250

Comfort Zone (Copy) — Comfort Zone

Adrienne Trupiano | Comfort Zone | Acrylic on Canvas | $100

Laura Taylor Bucket Purse $25 Travel Tote $15 — Laura Taylor
Bucket Purse $25
Travel Tote $15