AADL Talks To: Steve Gilzow, Ann Arbor Observer Cover Artist

Tue, 10/08/2024 - 4:52pm

In this episode AADL Talks To Steve Gilzow, a prolific cover artist for the Ann Arbor Observer, retired teacher, and writer. Steve talks about the inspiration behind his art, the people and places captured within his covers, and how his work with the Observer has allowed a deeper understanding of the community.

AADL Talks To: Laura Strowe, Ann Arbor Observer Cover Artist

Tue, 10/08/2024 - 4:14pm

In this episode, AADL Talks to Laura Strowe. Laura's art has graced the cover of the Ann Arbor Observer 60 times and counting. She tells us about her start in etching, transition to pastels, how art has effected how she views the world, and the process behind designing sets for the University of Michigan Gilbert and Sullivan Society.

AADL Talks To: Zeke Mallory, Designer & Artist

Thu, 07/18/2024 - 5:19pm

In this episode, AADL Talks To Zeke Mallory. Zeke studied Fine Art and Commercial Design at Eastern Michigan University, worked at Mr. Flood’s Party, and has been a successful graphic artist since starting his career in Ann Arbor in the 1970s. Zeke talks about some of his signs and murals around town, his experiences working as an artist, and some of the influential people in his life.

See AADL's collection of Zeke Mallory's posters and artwork here.