Art Decked Out
YOU'RE INVITED!
Join us for Art Decked Out, Lakewood’s monthly celebration of local art and creativity.
Meet featured artists from the Dee Denton Gallery, enjoy live showcases, and connect with fellow art lovers. During colder months, gather inside the cozy Lakewood Center (fireplace included) for inspiring conversations and community warmth.
SAVE YOUR SEAT
Art Decked Out is FREE and happens rain or shine! We do require a reservation so we can ensure we have enough staffing and supplies. It is commonly held on the first Monday of the month, with live music starting at 4:30PM.
Celebrate creativity. Support local art. See you there.
What to Expect:
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Engaging Artist Talks: Sit back and enjoy as featured artists share their process, inspiration, and creative journeys.
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Live Music: Listen to live performances before and after each talk.
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Refreshments: Grab a drink or snack our bar!
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Art for Viewing and Purchase: Explore the gallery and take home a piece you love.
Upcoming Dates
Jan. 12-5:00 - 7:00 PM
Melissa Gannon and Pamela Smithsted-Reflections
Musical Guests: Anne & Danny Schauffler
Music begins at 5:00pm. Speakers begin at 5:45pm
Concessions are available for purchase.
Melissa Gannon will be speaking about her multi-layered technique with various media. She will also speak of the influence the Impressionists have on her painting style. Pamela Smithsted will share her technique of painting on copper. She will explain how she begins with a rough sketch and background color blocks.
Feb. 9-5:00 - 7:00 PM
Judy Hoiness and JoAnn Pari-Mueller-Time and Transitions
Musical Guest: Maria Olaya
Music begins at 5:00pm. Speakers begin at 5:45pm
Concessions are available for purchase.
Judy Hoiness will speak about her "Pot Luck" color plan when she begins a canvas. She will also explain Asemic writing and adding legible words to her compositions. JoAnn Pari-Mueller will discuss introducing narrative themes using primarily watercolor, calligraphy and collage.
Spaces are limited. Please RSVP so we can save you a seat!
Art Decked Out
Videos from past events:
Past Art Decked Out Speakers
August 2025
July 2025
June 2025
May 2025
April 2025
February 2025
Christopher Shotola-Hardt and Haelyn Y
January 2025
The Steel Queen-Karen Azinger
December 2024
Rain Spark Gallery Artists
November 2024
Kelly Howard and Lori Latham
October 2024
Stephan Adams and Jim Wylder
September 2024
LO Open Studios Artists
August 2024
Ruth Armitage
July 2024
Nancy Tongue and Hazel Schleshinger
June 2024
Open Hearts Big Dreams
May 2024
Bonnie Garlington, Mariola Mazur, Katia Paroczi & Leanne Streit
April 2024
LO Reads Artists
March 2024
Lake Area Artists
Feb 2024
Patricia Schmidt
Jan 2024
Lisa Brinkman & Victoria Hammond
Oct 2023
Celeste Bergin, Sally Reichmuth, Lisa Wiser, Yong Hong Zhong
Sept. 2023
Lee Baughman, Kim Smith
August 2023
Carolyn Hoard, Nicolette Hume, Jim Wylder
June 2023
Phyllis Yes, Mark Randall, Raphael Schnepf, Leslie Peterson Sapp
Jan. 2023
Rosalie Kliot, Steven Kratka, Corey Pressman
Sept. 2022
Marcia Jeglum, Susan Greenbaum
July 2022
Susan McKinnon, Barnard Kliks, Dave Haslett
June 2022
Robin Hostick, Shobha Jetmalani, Beth Yashari
