Welcome to our first Michigan Made Monday blog post series! Every Monday we will be highlighting a different Michigan based artisan, crafter, farmer or farm-to-table restaurant. We will begin our series focusing on the many talented folks found in the Upper Peninsula and then expand beyond the bridge.
Our first Michigan Made Monday featured artist is the talented sculptor Ritch Branstrom of Rapid River. Ritch's work combines found objects and materials into quirky, imaginative creations.
A few years ago, Ritch entered the international art competition called Artprize in Grand Rapids, Michigan. His huge 12' tall dog Rusty was a hit at the show and earned him 5th place out of 1,582 entries! This year, Ritch heads downstate to Artprize again with another creation and we can't wait to see what he's fabricated this time.
For more on Ritch Branstrom and his amazing found object art, please visit his website or follow him on Facebook.
My son and I made sure to get this for my fiancé it really shows her love for the UP! Everyone comments on the rustic look because it’s one of a kind!
My husband bought this for me in an aquamarine for my birthday. I love the uniqueness of the ring. The birch etching goes throughout the entire band. He knows I love me a birch tree and picked out the perfect gift. Packaging and shipping were on point.
they are a present for my grandaughter out in Wyoming-i'm going to give them to her next week. i think they're great-we'll see what she thinks..
This is a cute personalized Valentine pendant.
don't know how you get that much detail into such a small area thewy were a big hit. thanks again.
My wife loves Cickadees and she loves these perched on the beautiful copper ring which highlights the delicate silver birds.
Got this for my sister and she loved it. Reminds us of our mother and grandmother’s love of this tiny creature.
This pendant is absolutely precious. It was a perfect Valentine gift. The lovebirds and carved heart with initials made it very special. Hats off to Brooke on this darling design.
I love all the details on this piece, especially the "imperfect" notches around the edges. It looks beautiful with or without initials, but I love my personalized version.