My New Website Update

It's been quite a long time since my last post. It is not because I've quit or taken a break from art. It's actually quite the opposite. My art has been keeping me quite busy!  The best way for you to see whats new is to check out my website update. Please it it out, www.amygreving.com. When you open it you'll see one of my favorite paintings to date.

Feel free to comment or even better yet place a order!

Here I Go Again! Love Art!

I'm so excited to have won again the Best of Houzz 2018 Award in Design.  This affirmation is just what I need to start of the New Year!

Amy J Greving of West Olive, MI

Awarded Best Of Houzz 2018

Over 40 Million Monthly Unique Users Nominated Best Home Building,

Remodeling and Design Professionals in North America and Around the World

January 23, 2018 – Amy J Greving Art Studio of West Olive, MI has won “Best Of Design” on Houzz®, the leading platform for home remodeling and design. The Amy's art from her studio was chosen by the more than 40 million monthly unique users that comprise the Houzz community from among more than one million active home building, remodeling and design industry professionals.

The Best Of Houzz is awarded annually in three categories: Design, Customer Service and Photography. Design award winners’ work was the most popular among the more than 40 million monthly users on Houzz. Customer Service honors are based on several factors, including the number and quality of client reviews a professional received in 2017. Architecture and interior design photographers whose images were most popular are recognized with the Photography award. A “Best Of Houzz 2018” badge will appear on winners’ profiles, as a sign of their commitment to excellence. These badges help homeowners identify popular and top-rated home professionals in every metro area on Houzz.

"The Houzz community selected a phenomenal group of Best of Houzz 2018 award winners, so this year's recipients should be very proud,” said Liza Hausman, Vice President of Industry Marketing at Houzz. “Best of Houzz winners represent some of the most talented and customer-focused professionals in our industry, and we are extremely pleased to give them both this recognition and a platform on which to showcase their expertise."

Follow Amy on Houzz https://www.houzz.com/pro/amyjg

About Amy J Greving

I am an artist with a concentration in abstract paintings, concrete art and photography. My art is unique and original and for purchase for your space.  I hope to help those who view my art to feel connected to nature. Perhaps it is not always obvious. But, quite possibly, the viewer will see in a new way and will feel a new appreciation for the organic elements around us.

About Houzz

Houzz is the leading platform for home remodeling and design, providing people with everything they need to improve their homes from start to finish – online or from a mobile device. From decorating a small room to building a custom home and everything in between, Houzz connects millions of homeowners, home design enthusiasts and home improvement professionals across the country and around the world. With the largest residential design database in the world and a vibrant community empowered by technology, Houzz is the easiest way for people to find inspiration, get advice, buy products and hire the professionals they need to help turn their ideas into reality. Headquartered in Palo Alto, CA, Houzz also has international offices in London, Berlin, Sydney, Moscow, Tel Aviv and Tokyo. Houzz and the Houzz logo are registered trademarks of Houzz Inc. worldwide. For more information, visit houzz.com.

I Was Excited To Hear I Was Selected To Receive The Houzz 2017 Award!

It's always is a boost when one gets recognized as an artist. So thank you to the Houzz community for selecting me for this award. Here is the press release!

Amy J Greving of West Olive, MI

Awarded Best Of Houzz 2017

Over 40 Million Monthly Unique Users Nominated Best Home Building,

Remodeling and Design Professionals in North America and Around the World

West Olive, MI,  January 17, 2017 – Amy J Greving Art Studio of West Olive, MI has won “Best Of Design on Houzz®, the leading platform for home remodeling and design. Amy's art studio specifically designed for her to create her art was chosen by the more than 40 million monthly unique users that comprise the Houzz community from among more than one million active home building, remodeling and design industry professionals.

The Best Of Houzz is awarded annually in three categories: Design, Customer Service and Photography. Design award winners’ work was the most popular among the more than 40 million monthly users on Houzz. Customer Service honors are based on several factors, including the number and quality of client reviews a professional received in 2016. Architecture and interior design photographers whose images were most popular are recognized with the Photography award. A “Best Of Houzz 2017” badge will appear on winners’ profiles, as a sign of  their commitment to excellence. These badges help homeowners identify popular and top-rated home professionals in every metro area on Houzz.

 “We’re so pleased to award Best of Houzz 2017 to this incredible group of talented and customer-focused professionals, including Amy Greving said Liza Hausman, vice president of Industry Marketing for Houzz. “Each of these businesses was singled out for recognition by our community of homeowners and design enthusiasts for helping to turn their home improvement dreams into reality.”

Follow Amy J Greving - Art Studio on Houzz http://amyjg.houzz.com

About Amy Greving

Amy is a artist that produces art that expresses texture, pattern, and color through abstract painting, photography, concrete art and concrete counter tops.  Her art is both sculptural and functional for both home and business.

About Houzz

Houzz is the leading platform for home remodeling and design, providing people with everything they need to improve their homes from start to finish – online or from a mobile device. From decorating a small room to building a custom home and everything in between, Houzz connects millions of homeowners, home design enthusiasts and home improvement professionals across the country and around the world. With the largest residential design database in the world and a vibrant community empowered by technology, Houzz is the easiest way for people to find inspiration, get advice, buy products and hire the professionals they need to help turn their ideas into reality. Headquartered in Palo Alto, CA, Houzz also has international offices in London, Berlin, Sydney, Moscow and Tokyo. Houzz and the Houzz logo are registered trademarks of Houzz Inc. worldwide. For more information, visit houzz.com.

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If you are interested in any of my art for your home or business contact me. Also, please feel free to leave comments below or email me for more information.

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My Lake In Late December

I haven't posted since last April! It's been a full year of art, construction and celebration My treks down to my favorite lake, Lake Michigan, have been less as well. Tonight however, I took the time hoping for just a glimpse of the sun at sunset. I'm happy to report this lake did not disappoint. Here are a few of my favorites to show you as we are close to ending 2016.

Happy New Year to you all! I hope to be a bit more consistent posting in 2017.

If you are looking for a photo of mine or any other art piece for your home or business contact me. Also, please feel free to leave comments below or email me for more information.

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New Early Spring Photos

I thought I would share a few of my favorite photos of early spring here in Michigan. I'm starting with my all time favorite of where I go to catch a sunset over Lake Michigan.  I've been here near the lake for four years now and I still have to pinch myself that I'm lucky enough to live this close to this beautiful lake.

Every visit and every sunset is different each time I come.

The colors!

The reflections!

I also like to garden and finally I have those few early plants and bulbs that have begun to bloom.

Who doesn't like purple on a frosty morning? 

If the timing is right after a early morning rain, it's the perfect time to catch these delicate drops of water balancing on these leaves and stems!  I get down and dirty catching the droplets at just the right time.

I love it when I catch a photo at just the right moment. If you are looking for a photo of mine or any other art piece for your home or business contact me. Also, please feel free to leave comments below or email me for more information.

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Giving Back

I didn't come up with this scripture verse, I was given ideas from our Youth Director.  This year especially, I think this verse sends a very appropriate message. What a simple text to live by. It would create such unity, love, acceptance and so much more, in our world today.

Love God

Love People

All For Jesus

Matthew 28:19

I had the privilege of being asked to paint several paintings for a new addition that was built and finished last year at First Reformed Church of Grandville, MI. This new addition is primarily used by the the youth of our church and the community. The walls were blank so my job was to create and paint a few art pieces to pull it all together.

I considered it an honor that I was asked to do this. My husband and I have been members there for about 25 years now. We've raised 2 children with the help of this church. The church will always have memories of spiritual growth for us, as well as being blessed with a community of great friends. So what better way to give back than to give my time especially doing what I love.

My largest painting was this set of three.  Each panel is 48" x 60". What a great message for kids to learn to live by as they grow and mature into adulthood.

"The Way, the Truth and the Life"

There are two more I completed. Although a bit more simple I think the message is good. "Pray" and "Listen".  I've too often have heard people when asked if they pray are quick to say, "I pray."  That's great, but do they listen?  I've realized some people forget to listen.  Do you listen for the answer?

If you are looking for a new painting for your church, business or home contact me.  I enjoy working with a customer creating a custom orders.  I also have several paintings ready for purchase now as well. Please feel free to leave comments below or email me for more information.

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A Collection Of My Favorite Concrete Bowls.

I really do enjoy making concrete bowls. I'll go so far to say they're my favorite to make.  I think this is because there are so many uses for bowls.  You can display just a single one or several of them together, you can drop in a favorite plant or flower, put in a candle, fill one with your favorite treasures, insert a glass bowl and use as a punch bowl for parties, set out several on your patio for a bit of mood lighting, or use as a bird bath. Really the ideas are almost endless.

I thought I would post my favorites I have made over the last ten years.  I'll start with a few of my all time favorite then the bowls after that will be in random order.

 

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Ok, I know these are plates, but I do like them!

 

  

 

 

 

 

 

If you have a favorite and want to order one there is one thing you do have to be aware of.  I do not make molds for any of these bowls, so I can try to replicate one but it won't be identical. I prefer it this way because each of my customers always receive an original! You will never have one like anyone else.

I'll be taking orders beginning April 1, 2016, so please contact me if you are interested purchasing one or more of these. I've placed a number for ordering on the right bottom side of each bowl/photo.

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My Love of Painting and Selling My Art

I just sold this painting and it is now permanently installed in this waiting room!  Nothing pleases me more than knowing I can paint something that someone else will love enough to want to purchase it.

People often ask me if I have a hard time selling my art!  Not at all! I'm so honored they would want to own one of mine.  I have a different attachment to some pieces than others, but each art piece speaks to me in a special way.  I hope this will be true for anyone who purchases a painting of mine.

Here are a few more that I have available.

"Suburbia 48" x 48"

"It Feels Like Spring"  36" x 36"

"Rejuvenation" 24" x 36"

"Kaleidoscope" 48" x 48" 

I believe a original painting is one thing that sets the mood of a room.  It's something you can add that no one else will have. If you are interested in purchasing any of these art pieces, please feel free to leave comments below or email me for more information.  

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