Gallery
“FEEDER” Exhibition
March 6–27, 2025
Opening Reception: Friday, March 6 at 5–9 pm
Closing Reception with live music: Friday, March 27 at 5–9 pm
Color | Ink Studio & Gallery is pleased to present “FEEDER,” a group exhibition of work by a trio of Detroit artists: Stacey MacLeod, Megan DeShields, and Sarah Cavalieri. It opens Friday, March 6 and runs through March 27.
Inspired by a shared affinity for the natural world, imagined realms and exploration of art making as spiritual ritual, the artists fed each other prompts, encouragement and camaraderie throughout the year working on this exhibition. “Feeding the compulsion to create nurtures us in heavy and light times, makes us whole people, and we hope these works inspire viewers to not ignore that hunger within themselves.”
The public is invited to attend the Opening Reception on Friday evening, March 6 from 5–9 pm. It’s free, and guests will have the opportunity to meet the artists and discuss their work in person. Light refreshments will be available. There is free parking in the adjacent lot and on the side streets. There also will be a closing reception with live music on Friday evening, March 27 from 5–9 pm.
About the Artists
Stacey MacLeod is a Detroit, multidisciplinary artist who creates graphic, molten images—drawn with ink or painted with acrylic and/or over-laid with watercolor or spray paint. They often depict images of women (Virgin Mary, Isis, Venus) and feminine symbols (angels, flowers, birds)—using thick, graphic lines. Their motif varies in geometric landscapes and warped architectural drawings. Stacey is inspired by human flaw and the dichotomy between temporary physical forms and eternal spirit. In addition to visual art, she is the lead singer and guitarist for punk duo, Dear Darkness, and plays theremin in her performance art project, Electric Love.
“I do art because the impulse makes me feel whole,” she explains. “My work is a meditation on the energies of ‘being’—being whole, being flawed, being woman, and being powerful.”
Megan DeShields also is a Detroit-based visual artist, with an MFA in Sculpture from Wayne State University. She is an art educator with a decade of experience in the arts nonprofit sector. Megan uses clay, mold making, and a variety of casting processes to explore themes of grief and absence.
“Investigating the absence of form, I consider how the objects I create act as containers for grief: psychological reliquaries,” she explains. “When we experience loss, we are hollowed out and hardened, yet forced to acknowledge our fragile states of existence. By holding space to grieve, we begin to foster a new relationship with ‘absence’, one that transforms and heals, both the individual and collective psyche.”
Megan was selected as one of the International Sculpture Center’s 2024 Outstanding Student Achievement in Contemporary Sculpture Award recipients. In 2021, she was awarded the Thomas C. Rumble Graduate fellowship, WSU, where she was a graduate teaching assistant in sculpture. She is the Visual Art Curator for The Michigan Glass Project, a Detroit nonprofit which helps fund art class curriculum in Detroit Public Schools. Her work has been included in exhibitions at 333 Midland, Galerie Camille, Hatch Gallery, Marshall Fredericks Museum, Scarab Club, the Urban Institute of Contemporary Art, the Heinz 57 Center, Pittsburg, PA, and other galleries.
Sarah Cavalieri is an interdisciplinary artist living and working in Detroit. Her current artistic pursuits include drawing, painting, and block-printing. Forever seeking the next phase of her artistic evolution, she is most excited when introducing different mediums or textures or colors to her practice and exploring the worlds that are opened through imaginative experimentation and the compulsive desire to create and connect to intense feelings that are otherwise buried in introversion.
“My art-making practice is like putting on waders to trudge through psychological goo, stirring up unnameable feelings, so that I may pull them out of the murk and give them physical form,” says Sarah. “My technique approaching these pieces is an exercise in acceptance and adaptability. I rarely start the works with a plan for the finished product, rather, the path forward is revealed as I layer textures in joint compound and sand through. Mistakes are made; ideas are morphed.”
Once the exhibition opens, you’ll be able to start your visit to the Gallery here by exploring a virtual tour of the exhibition. If you would prefer to view it in person, the Gallery is open Wednesday through Saturday, 1 to 5 pm, and at other times by appointment. To schedule a visit either click here to make an appointment, send an email to Gallery@ColorInkStudio.com, or telephone us at 248-398-6119. The original fine art on view in the exhibition will be available for purchase in the Gallery or securely online.
“Vesuvius” Exhibition
February 5-27, 2026
Opening Reception: Thursday, February 5, 5-8 pm
Artist Talk: Sunday, February 15, 11 am-1 pm
Maus Haus Gallery presents “Vesuvius“, a one-woman exhibition that features work by Jennifer Mones. It opens on February 5 and runs through February 27 at Color | Ink Studio in Hazel Park.
Jen is a surrealist oil painter living in Detroit since 2017. Jen earned her BFA in illustration from Art Center College of Design in Pasadena, CA. She’s worked in various creative fields, including UX design and fine art. She has exhibited work in Los Angeles and throughout the Midwest.
“I work in oil paint, drawn to its capacity for saturation and layering colors. I describe my work as ‘surreal colorful nonsense.’ I love paint: the way color behaves when it’s pushed too far, the way forms can dissolve into something playful, unsettling, or absurd.”
The public is invited to attend the Opening Reception on Thursday evening, February 5 from 5-8 pm. It’s free, and you’ll have the opportunity to meet Jen. Light refreshments will be available. There is free parking in the lot and on the side streets. Then return for the Artist Talk on Sunday, February 15 from 11 am to 1 pm to hear from Jen and discuss her work in person.
Once the show opens, visit MausHausGallery.com/online-preview to view the available work online. The Gallery is open Wednesday to Saturday, 1 to 5 pm, and at other times by appointment. Contact Cheryl at MausHausGallery@gmail.com with questions or to make an appointment.
Recent Exhibitions
“Speaking Through Strokes” Exhibition
January 9-30, 2026
Opening Reception: January 9, 5-8 pm
Artist Talk: January 25, 11:30 am-1:30 pm
Maus Haus Gallery presents “Speaking Through Strokes”, a two-woman exhibition that features work by Kristie Agar and Linda Boyle. It opens on January 9 and runs through January 30 at Color | Ink Studio in Hazel Park.
“We bought these two artists together to create a stunning and dynamic show”, says owner and curator Cheryl Maus. “Linda brings her vibrant colors, along with several of her charcoal drawings. Kristie’s use of bold lines and shading bring a wonderful balance to this exhibition. It is a show you do not want to miss, with wonderful pieces that will make excellent additions to any collection.”
The public is invited to attend the Opening Reception on Friday evening, January 9 from 5-8 pm. It’s free, and you’ll have the opportunity to meet the artists. Light refreshments will be available. There is free parking in the lot and on the side streets. Then return for the Artist Talk on Sunday, January 25 from 11:30 am to 1:30 pm to hear from the artists and discuss their work in person.
Once the show opens, visit MausHausGallery.com/online-preview to view the available work online. The Gallery is open Wednesday to Saturday, 1 to 5 pm, and at other times by appointment. Contact Cheryl at MausHausGallery@gmail.com with questions or to make an appointment.
“Re: Union” Exhibition
November 14–December 19, 2025
Artist Reception: Friday, November 14 at 5–8 pm
Maus Haus Gallery presents “Re: Union”, which brings together 30+ artists that exhibited during 2025 for the last show of the year. All pieces are new to being shown with Maus Haus Gallery. It opens on November 14 and runs through December 19 at Color | Ink Studio in Hazel Park.
The artists featured in the exhibition are Bonnie Weinreich, Catherine Peet, Catherine Smith, Cheri McEneaney, Cheryl Barill, Cheryl Maus, Chris Charron, Darrell J Dinges, David Ribble, Debbie La Pratt, Eric Law, Eustace Boch, Jay Anderson, Jeanette Strezinski, Jeffrey Fischer, Jerry Basierbe, Joel Henry-Fisher, John Hadala, Katie Mollon, Leslie Abraham, Linda Boyle, Linda Charron, Megan Lui, Melissa Valenti, Mike Kroll, Michael Ross, Paula Zaks, Rosemary Lee, Steven Quinkert, Terence Cover, Troy David Ramos, Valerie Allen and Will Legg.
The public is invited to attend the Opening Reception on Friday evening, November 14 from 5-8 pm. It’s free, and you’ll have the opportunity to meet many of the artists and discuss their work in person. Light refreshments will be available. There is free parking in the lot and on the side streets.
Once the show opens, visit MausHausGallery.com/online-preview to view the available work online. The Gallery is open Wednesday to Saturday, 1 to 5 pm, and at other times by appointment. Contact Cheryl at MausHausGallery@gmail.com with questions or to make an appointment.
“Seeds of Inspiration” Exhibition
October 3–31, 2025
Opening Reception: Saturday, October 4 at 2–4:30 pm
Color | Ink Studio & Gallery is pleased to present “Seeds of Inspiration,” a solo exhibition of new work by printmaker Celeste Roe. It opens Friday, October 3 and runs through October 31.
The public is invited to attend the Artist Reception on Saturday afternoon, October 4 from 2–4:30 pm. It’s free, and you’ll have the opportunity to meet Celeste and discuss her work in person. Light refreshments will be available. There is free parking in the adjacent lot and on the side streets.
“The majority of the work in this show is based on my fascination with seeds and seed pods. I am interested in their shapes and the potential they hold to unfold into something new,” according to Celeste. “The inspiration for my work comes from the elements of nature that I see or find to be interesting. When I work with them, I am reminded of the connection we have to all things. The print is a result of these connections and the experiments in the studio.”
The show features many original, hand-pulled prints not previously exhibited. “We’re delighted to be able to include new work that highlights Celeste’s creativity and obvious love of printmaking”, says Gallery Director Candace Law. “The shapes she uses and the wonderful ways they are combined into a finished print will make this an exciting and not-to-be-missed exhibition.”
Celeste is a printmaker/mixed media artist who has lived in the Detroit area since childhood. Earlier in life, she studied science at Cass Tech High School and architecture at Lawrence Technological University, where she received a Bachelor of Architecture. She then worked for the City of Detroit as a city planner for 9 years.
While staying home to raise a family, Celeste began studying art at the Birmingham Bloomfield Art Center (BBAC). She discovered printmaking in a painting class when students were encouraged to use the paint remaining on the palette to make a print. After several years of study, she taught an Introduction to Printmaking class at the BBAC. Celeste lives in Farmington and exhibits her work locally.
“I enjoy all aspects of making prints, from creating the plates to mixing inks, and experimenting with layering different plates and colors,” Celeste explains further. “There is a certain mystery involved in making prints, in that all the work is created on the plate, not on the paper. It’s not until the paper is placed on the plate and run through the press that the image appears.”
Once the exhibition opens, you’ll be able to start your visit to the Gallery here by exploring a virtual tour of the exhibition. If you would prefer to view it in person, the Gallery is open Wednesday through Saturday, 1 to 5 pm, and at other times by appointment. To schedule a visit either click here to make an appointment, send an email to Gallery@ColorInkStudio.com, or telephone us at 248-398-6119. The original fine art on view in the exhibition will be available for purchase in the Gallery or securely online.
“After the Blueprint: All Things Architecture”
September 5–26, 2025
Artist Reception: Friday, September 5 at 5–8 pm
Maus Haus Gallery presents “After the Blueprint: All Things Architecture”, an exhibition that blurs the lines between art, architecture, and imagination during this year’s Detroit Month of Design. Journey through a curated cityscape where blueprints become brush strokes, concrete morphs into canvas, and the skylines come to life. The show brings together 30 local artists who aren’t just inspired by the city—they’re building its creative future. It opens on September 5 and runs through September 26 at Color | Ink Studio in Hazel Park.
“Detroit’s spirit is in its bones—the bricks, beams, and architectural dreams that shape our neighborhoods,” says Cheryl Maus, gallery founder and exhibition curator. “We want visitors to see, feel, and even help shape what Detroit could become, one artwork at a time.”
The artists featured in the exhibition are Bill Schahfer, Bonnie Weinreich, Brian Fritz, Catherine Peet, Cheryl Barill, Cheryl Maus (Curator), Darrell J. Dinges, Dave Christiansen, David Ribble, Debbie La Platt, Jacquelyn Block, Jeanette Strezinski, Jo Salwen, Joel Henry-Fisher, John Hadala, Katie Mollon, Leona Webb, Leslie Abraham, Linda Boyle, Matt Thornton, Melissa Valenti, Paula Zaks, Ron Moffitt, Rosemary Lee, Steven Quinkert, Suzanne Allen, Valerie Allen, Will Legg and Will Schippert.
The public is invited to attend the Artist Reception on Friday evening, September 5 from 5-8 pm. It’s free, and you’ll have the opportunity to meet many of the artists and discuss their work in person. Light refreshments will be available. There is free parking in the lot and on the side streets. Once the show opens, visit MausHausGallery.com/online-preview to view the available work online. The Gallery is open Wednesday to Saturday, 1 to 5 pm, and at other times by appointment. Contact Cheryl at MausHausGallery@gmail.com with questions or to make an appointment.
“Lifelong Threads” Exhibition
August 8–29, 2025
Artist Reception: Friday, August 8 at 5–8 pm
Maus Haus Gallery presents the group show, “Lifelong Threads”. Four high school art class friends reunite decades later in an exhibition that traces their creative journeys through jewelry, painting, collage, and mixed media. Rooted in shared beginnings but shaped by distinct paths, the show explores how memory, material, and form intertwine over time. From polished metal to textured canvas, each piece reflects a personal evolution—and a collective bond that continues to shape their work.
The artists featured in the exhibition are Michael Opipari, Timothy Kelley, Bernadette Rose Smith, and Buck Loncharich. The show opens on August 8 and runs through August 29 at Color | Ink Studio in Hazel Park. Once the show opens, visit MausHausGallery.com/online-preview to view the available work online.
The public is invited to attend the Artist Reception on Friday evening, August 8 from 5-8 pm. It’s free, and visitors will have the opportunity to meet the artists and discuss their work in person. Light refreshments will be available. There is free parking in the lot and on the side streets.
The Gallery is open Wednesday to Saturday, 1 to 5 pm, and at other times by appointment. To schedule a visit either click here to make an appointment, send an email to Gallery@ColorInkStudio.com, or telephone us at 248-398-6119.
Artist Opportunities
Call for Proposals
Are you interested in a solo or group exhibition in our Gallery? Do you have an idea for a themed show that you’d like to curate? We’d like to learn more about what you have in mind! Just send an email to us at Gallery@ColorInkStudio.com with your contact information, a description of your proposed exhibition, and attach up to 10 image samples of the artwork that would be included. We accept exhibition proposals throughout the year, and there is no cost to submit.
The Gallery exclusively exhibits original works of fine art—primarily paintings, works on paper, photography, and sculpture. We do not display reproductions of original art, merchandise, or jewelry. Exhibitions in the Gallery generally run for 6-8 weeks. If your proposal is accepted, there is a $50 exhibition fee payable when the exhibition is scheduled and a contract signed.
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