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Gallery 100 Presents ‘Whispers in the Field’ by Avé Madiol Veneklasen
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Gallery 100 is open to the public and provides exhibition space for artists in Chelsea and the surrounding area to enhance the cultural experience of our community.
Gallery related events and programming encourage the exploration and appreciation of all aspects of art and create opportunities for artists, the greater community, and those that call Silver Maples home, to come together to enjoy art and to develop meaningful relationships.
Artists: If you are interested in exhibiting your work at the Gallery 100, please email [email protected].
Gallery 100
Located at Silver Maples of Chelsea
100 Silver Maples Dr.
Chelsea, MI 48118 [MAP]
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Monday-Friday: 10am – 5pm
Saturday-Sunday: 10am – 3pm
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In The News
- Silver Sightings: Gallery 100 is an Art Gallery Tucked Inside Silver Maples (A2Pulp.org, 11/05/25)
- Saline Painters Guild Reception at Chelsea’s Gallery 100, March 15 (Sun Times News 3/6/26)
- Gallery 100 Presents The Creative Corner Collection (Sun Times News 4/23/26)
- This Chelsea gallery will feature art from students as young as 6 (MLive.com 4/24/26)
- Gallery 100 Presents “Juxtaposition,” a Textile Art Exhibition (Sun Times News 5/8/26)
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Join Gallery 100 for the opening reception of Whispers in the Field by Avé Madiol Veneklasen on Sunday, July 19, from 2:00–3:30 p.m. Visitors will have the opportunity to meet the artist, learn more about her creative process, and explore a stunning collection of Michigan landscapes inspired by years of painting outdoors. The reception is free and open to the public. Artwork is available for purchase, all proceeds of art sales go to Avé, Gallery 100 takes no commission. Gallery Hours: Monday-Friday: 10am – 5pm Saturday-Sunday: 10am – 3pm
Many of the landscapes featured in Whispers in the Field were inspired by the landscapes surrounding Avé's home and studio near Little Wolf Lake. The familiar fields, forests, and waterways have long served as both subject and muse, with each season offering new colors, light, and perspective. Her paintings celebrate the beauty that exists just beyond our doorstep. Visit Gallery 100 to experience these landscapes in person. Gallery Hours: Monday-Friday: 10am – 5pm Saturday-Sunday: 10am – 3pm
Painting outdoors requires patience, adaptability, and careful observation. Working en plein air, Avé embraces changing weather, shifting light, and the ever-changing landscape to create paintings that capture a single moment in time. Every piece in Whispers in the Field reflects both technical skill and a deep appreciation for Michigan's natural beauty. Discover the exhibition at Gallery 100. Gallery Hours: Monday-Friday: 10am – 5pm Saturday-Sunday: 10am – 3pm
For decades, Avé Madiol Veneklasen has found inspiration in the quiet beauty of the natural world. Through Whispers in the Field, she invites viewers to slow down and experience the light, colors, and textures that make Michigan's landscapes so captivating. Painted primarily en plein air, each work captures a fleeting moment in nature, one that can never be repeated. Experience Whispers in the Field, on view at Gallery 100 beginning July 10 through August 27. All artwork is available for purchase, with 100% of every sale going directly to the artist. Gallery Hours: Monday-Friday: 10am – 5pm Saturday-Sunday: 10am – 3pm #WhispersInTheField #PleinAirPainting #MichiganArtist #LandscapePainting #Gallery100 #ChelseaMI
There's still time to experience Juxtaposition, Charlotte Wyche's stunning exhibition of quilted photography and fiber art at Gallery 100—but not for long! Through intricate stitching and photographic inspiration, Charlotte transforms everyday images into extraordinary works of art, each requiring 40–80 hours of craftsmanship and creative vision. Visitors can not only view this remarkable collection, but also purchase artwork, with 100% of each sale going directly to the artist. Don't miss your chance to see Juxtaposition before the exhibition closes July 5. Gallery Hours: Monday–Friday: 10am–5pm Saturday–Sunday: 10am–3pm #Gallery100 #SilverMaplesChelsea #FiberArt #Quilting #ChelseaMI #SupportLocalArtists
Coming Soon to Gallery 100! Beginning July 10, Gallery 100 welcomes the work of figurative artist Avé Madiol Veneklasen in a new exhibition on display through August 28. For more than four decades, Avé has been an artist inspired by beauty in all its forms. Landscapes have long been a central focus of her work, and through Plein Air painting she captures the sense of wonder and connection she experiences in the natural world. Working from her studio on Little Wolf Lake in Grass Lake, Avé draws inspiration from the natural beauty that surrounds her. Her work celebrates color, beauty, and the creative spirit that connects us all. Join us in welcoming Avé to Gallery 100 and experience her vibrant collection beginning July 10. Gallery Hours: Monday-Friday: 10am – 5pm Saturday-Sunday: 10am – 3pm #Gallery100Exhibit #MichiganArtists #ChelseaMichiganArt #ArtExhibit
“Being creative is not so much the desire to do something as the listening to that which wants to be done.” - Anni Albers Gallery 100 celebrates the lasting influence of textile artist and educator Anni Albers, whose innovative approach to weaving helped redefine fiber art and inspire generations of artists and makers. That legacy continues in our current exhibition, Juxtaposition, featuring quilted works by Charlotte Wyche. Through fabric, texture, and storytelling, Wyche’s work reflects the enduring power of fiber art as both a creative practice and a way of sharing knowledge across generations. 📍 Juxtaposition is on display through July 5 at Gallery 100. #CharlotteWyche #Juxtaposition #Gallery100
Have you visited Gallery 100? Nestled within Silver Maples, our gallery showcases six exhibitions annually, featuring a diverse range of local artists from Chelsea, MI, and neighboring communities. With an array of art styles and mediums on display, there's always something new to discover. As a non-profit organization, Gallery 100 is free and open to the public. We invite you to explore our halls and experience the creativity within! 📍: 100 Silver Maples Dr. Chelsea, MI 48118 💻: www.silvermaples.org/gallery100/ 📱: [email protected] Gallery Hours: Monday-Friday: 10am – 5pm Saturday-Sunday: 10am – 3pm #Gallery100Exhibit #CommunityArt #ArtGallery #ChelseaMichigan #MonthlyNewsletter
HISTORY
Gallery 100 was the brainchild of Glen Paulson who was a Silver Maples resident. He was an architect with his own firm, a professor in the College of Architecture and Urban Planning at U of M and the President of Cranbrook Academy of Art. He saw the possibilities in an empty hall space at Silver Maples, and the conversion to Gallery 100 was completed in 2009.
The first show featured photographs by Angie and Jim Georg (Ann Arbor) and was a huge success. The Gallery 100 was off and running with shows by local artists changing every two months. Gallery 100 developed on-going relationships with the Chelsea Painters, Chelsea Artists Guild, Ann Arbor Fiber Arts Guild, CAADY quilters and more.
Shows ranged from Birds, Bugs and Beasts which went on to show at the Frankfurt Gallery, to Motor Cycle Mamas, which included vintage motorcycles, to the Prisoners Creative Arts Project artwork and more. The Gallery 100 represents the incredible amount of talent in the region.
Click any image to view a slideshow of some of the artwork featured in past exhibitions at the Gallery 100.
Annual Harvest Art Market
Every year in October, Silver Maples hosts the Harvest Art Market, a curated indoor market showcasing original artwork and handcrafted items from local artists. This much-loved event, known as "the best little art market west of Ann Arbor," is a beloved fall tradition for art lovers and collectors alike.
