Natural History

A brief study of the archives of the most peculiar Wiesel family.

May 16 - 31

The Gallery at Flat Rock is excited to re-open for the first time since March 17th with an exhibition full of whimsy and smiles that promises to be a welcome escape from the cares and concerns that have dominated our lives recently.

New gallery artist, Liz Runkle Wiesel (pronounced Weasel), has created a whimsical world of fascinating characters inspired by vintage photographs, adorable animals, and Liz’s creative interpretations of her ancestral family. Every piece will capture your heart, and transport you to a place where smiles abound.

All work will be online for viewing and to purchase.

Natural History Gallery

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About Liz Weisel

I was born and raised in Michigan, and after receiving my BFA and teaching certification from Michigan State University, I began teaching art in the public schools. 15 years, a wedding, three kids and several geographical moves later I was presented with the opportunity to step back from teaching and spend more time on my own art. I now teach part time at Fernleaf Community Charter School and spend the rest of my time happily tucked away in my tiny 12x10 foot studio next to my house. 

Painting has been a more recent adventure for me. I hated painting all through school and jumped into it because: (1) there was an art store going out of business near my house and I bought too many brushes!  (2) I always fancied being a retired lady spending her days painting in a big floppy hat. (3) My wrists hurt from all the print making.

My work tends to be whimsical. I like subjects that make me laugh or look at things in a different way. I am curious and want to know everything so I am drawn to images or series that make me take copious notes and sketches in notebooks that are generally scattered around my house.

I hope you enjoy my work as much as I have enjoyed making it.

—Liz