Gladden Space

01/02/2026

12/27/2025

I knew a girl who tried to walk across the lake
Course it was winter when all this was ice
That’s a hell of a thing to do, you know They say the lake is as big as the ocean
-Yoko Ono

09/24/2025

✨ A Heartfelt Thank You ✨
We are so grateful to everyone who joined us for Mary Ann Lawson’s show this past weekend at The Sanctuary. Your presence, energy, and support made the events truly special.
From the intimate conversations to the joyful moments of art and the truly wonderful music shared together, it was inspiring to see such a warm community gather around Mary Ann’s new work.
A very special thank you to Pam and Todd for so generously opening their home to all of us—you made the gathering possible, and we are deeply appreciative.
And a heartfelt shout-out to the Grand Rapids design community for your support and embrace. Your presence and encouragement mean the world.
For those who couldn’t attend, the collection is still available to view and purchase—please don’t hesitate to reach out.
Thank you again for helping us celebrate creativity, connection, and the power of art. 💫
— Ian Stallings

09/04/2025

Join us at The Sanctuary (Grand Rapids, MI) for two special events celebrating Mary Ann’s newest collection:
🎨 VIP Reception + House Concert
📅 Friday, Sept 19 | 🕔 5 p.m.
🎶 Followed by a live house concert | 6–8 p.m.
🎨 Afternoon Reception
📅 Saturday, Sept 20 | 🕛 Noon–3 p.m.
📍 The Sanctuary | 2097 Robinson Rd SE | Grand Rapids, MI
All works will be available for purchase.
Can’t attend? View & purchase by reaching out:
📧 [email protected] | 📱 415.279.0058

05/10/2025

04/16/2025

This Thursday, April 17, at 6:00 PM, Gladden Space in Lansing, Michigan, will host “A Mother’s Work is Never Finished,” an evocative solo exhibition by artist Pam Vitaz. Through her deeply intuitive practice, Vitaz explores the often unseen labor of motherhood, transforming the emotional and creative processes into compelling visual narratives. Her work invites viewers to reflect on the intricate balance between caregiving and artistic expression, shedding light on the resilience and creativity inherent in maternal roles.
Vitaz’s multifaceted background, which includes real estate and community engagement, informs her artistic perspective, allowing her to weave personal experiences into her art . This exhibition promises to offer a profound insight into the enduring spirit of mothers and the art that emerges from their journeys.​
Don’t miss this opportunity to experience Vitaz’s powerful work and engage with the themes of motherhood and creativity.

04/14/2025

Pam Vitaz in her own words:

“I feel so honored by lan Stallings and Gladden Gallery of Lansing, Michigan. As most of you know, I’ve just felt like my art was a place to dump some emotions so l can get focused on my real estate business and writing. But what I’ve learned is especially women need to express themselves in all the ways possible. A dance f sing & paint That our creative processes are really important, and I feel grateful to know someone who recognizes how important expression can be. I hope this unfinished show empowers other women to express themselves.
also, this is the first of many magical photos by Amy Carroll photography that will be creeping into all of my communications iterationhome Amy makes it fun. And not painful! She’s magic!”

04/04/2025