Dart for Art 2025 Featured Artist
appreciation for beauty found in attitudes, poise, and quiet elegance rather than traditional notions of perfection. Through her work, she aims to capture emotion in small but impactful details—body gestures, the fall of light, or the drape of clothing. Her creative process often starts with a feeling or a title that guides her compositions, always with the objective of sparking joy. Connie began donating artwork to Dart for Art about 12 years ago and after moving to Northern Michigan permanently in 2016, she quickly became an active member, participating in workshops and volunteering as part of CTAC’s installation crew, including setting up countless Dart for Art events.
Connie Landis, a vibrant and expressive oil painter, has been selected as the featured artist for Dart for Art 2025. Her painting, Unbridled Spirit , will serve as the inspiration for this year’s celebration. Connie’s family home on Lake Charlevoix where her mother, renowned landscape artist Martha Landis, lived for over 40 years has always been a source of inspiration. Her parents instilled in her a deep appreciation for the arts, antiques, and the natural beauty of Northern Michigan, shaping her path as an artist. While she grew up in an artistic household, her career in art began in earnest in her 30s, and her distinctive style developed over the past 20 years. Connie’s work is driven by an
Featured Artwork: Connie Landis, Unbridled Spirit , 2025, oil on canvas, 30 x 40 in.
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