Unique Upcycled Art
Artists: Sharon and Don Kuester
The art of repurposing items and reducing waste
Welcome to our Website
Recycled art uses materials that have been broken down and transformed into new products,
while upcycled art repurposes materials in their original form, creating something new without degradation
"Unique Upcycled Art" includes both NATURE'S GALLERY created by Sharon which contains art using pebbles, rocks, sea shells, sea glass, twigs, leaves, sand, and occasionally Sharon's mixed media art. Don's BOOK GALLERY contains his handcrafted cut vintage Readers Digest Condensed Books. These are available in many letters, college logo's, book safes and other styles and colors.
Please peruse through the slide presentations below, you can click on the arrow to move on to the next page. There will be descriptions of either the piece of art (size, customization, price), or book (color preferences, price). Once you decide on what you would be interested in purchasing please send an email to sharon@sharonkuester.com or call 352-365-1330. We will then determine the time it will take to create your order and the cost of postage. An invoice will be sent to you in an email. Once you click and pay, your order will be started and processed.
Sharon's "NATURE'S GALLERY"
Thank you so much for viewing my work. The pictures shown in the slide show below are examples of the picture that you will receive (they are all custom made to order). I aim to replicate the picture shown as closely as possible, however, given the unique nature of each pebble, sea glass and shell, there may be slight variations in the color, size, and shape of your unique piece of art.
I would be more than delighted to discuss custom projects to meet your needs. Feel free to reach out with questions at any time, I try to respond within 24 hours. My people/family pictures are personalized to your family requirements making them the perfect gift.
All orders will be carefully wrapped in tissue paper and cushioned in bubble wrap or filler to prevent mishaps during mailing and delivery. If a pebble, shell, or sea glass becomes dislodged, I can guide you on how to replace it.
So please scroll through the below slide presentation.
Hope there is something you like.
Mr and Mrs Owl
Hand painted snowy owls on a branch glued to black suede board with moon in background
Size: 8x10
Price: $35.00
Loon
Black and white pebbles collected from Lake Michigan
Size 8x8
Price: $25.00
Anchor
Pebbles collected from Lake Michigan Size: 11x14
Price: $35.00
Family of Owls
Hand painted owls on branch with rocks as half moon. Can be personalized by how many little ones you want on a branch.
Size: 8x10
Price: $35.00
My Teacher Rocks!
Rocks found along the shores of Michigan beaches
Size: 5x7
Price: $15.00
Black and White Cats
Rocks and Pebbles found along the shores of Lake Michigan
Size: 8x8
Price: $25.00
Red and White Lighthouse
Pebbles and Rocks found on shores of Lake Michigan
Sizes and price:
8x8 is $25.00
8x10 is $35.00
Cardinal on Branch with Sun
Cardinal is made with red glass
Size: 8x8
Price: $25.00
Sisterly Love
Pebbles, sea glass, sea shells found on the shores of Lake Michigan.
Can be personalized by number of sisters.
Size: 8x8
Price: $25.00
If a greater number of sisters requested, an 8x10 would be better suited to fit all in the frame. Price would be $35.00.
Vase of Flowers
Unusual shell for vase, sea glass for flower petals and leaves.
Size: 8x8
Price: $25.00
Bluebells and Butterflies
Blue and green sea glass as flowers and leaves. Tiny sea shells are the butterflies
Size: 8x8
Price: $25.00
Rock Hummingbird and Flower
Rocks found on the Tittabawassee River in Michigan
Size: 5x7
Price: $15.00
Glass Hummingbird and
Rock Flower
Size: 5x7
Price: $15.00
Lovers and Rainbow
Sea shells, pebbles and rocks on a nicely printed background
Size: 8x10
Price: $30.00
Lighthouse and Seagulls
Pebbles and Rocks found on the shores of Lake Michigan crafted onto a printed background with paper made seagulls.
Size: 8x10
Price: $35.00
(mat may or may not be available)
Michigan Rocks!!
Pebbles collected from the shores of Lake Superior.
Size: 11x14
Price: $35.00
(mat may or may not be available)
Man's Best Friend
(Lake Setting)
Rocks and Pebbles collected from the shores of Michigan beaches added to a printed lake scene.
Size: 8x8
Price: $25.00
Gone Fishing
Sea glass, pebbles and rocks make up the man fishing in a lake.
Size: 8x8
Price: $25.00
All You Need is Love and a Dog
Rocks and pebbles found on Lake Michigan
Size: 5x7
Price: $15.00
Drying Clothes
Sticks, pebbles, sea glass, and shells (for the butterflies) make up this piece of artwork.
Size: 8x8
Price: $25.00
Happy Anniversary
Never forget the memories you have made with the people that you love in the places you have been with our stunning and unique 'Wedding Swing' pebble framed art. The best wedding gift for him & her!
Twigs, sea glass, pebbles and rocks collected from beaches in Michigan make up this anniversary couple on a swing.
Size: 8x10
Price: $30.00
Cardinal and Leaves
Cardinal is made of red glass and sea glass for the beak.
Size: 8x8
Price: $25.00
Beach Scene on Suede Board
Sharon's artistic touch painting the beach, water and sky. Clay is used for the posts, pebbles for the sea birds, rocks for the two lovebirds on the beach, along with a few sea shells.
Size: 8x10
Price: $35.00
Cardinals Appear When.......
Painted rocks and twigs make up this piece "cardinals appear when loved ones are near"
Size: 5x7
Price: $15.00
True Friends Are Never Apart Maybe in Distance But Never in Heart.
Size: 5x7
Price: $15.00
I'm so lucky to have you!
Sea shells, sea glass and pebbles. Can be for loving friends or sisters.
Size: 5x7
Price: $15.00
Moonlight on the Beach
Rocks, pebbles, sea shells all found on the shores of Lake Michigan.
Size: 5x7 (will not be round)
Price: $15.00
Easy Day at the Beach
Rocks, pebbles, sea shells glued onto a printed background
Size: 5x7
Price: $15.00
Rainy Day Cats
Cats made from pebbles and rocks along with a tiny ball of yarn adhered to a printed background.
Size: 8x8
Price: $25.00
Friends.............................
Sea glass birds
Size: 5x7
Price: $15.00
Hummingbird and Flower
Tiny pebbles make up this hummingbird. Pebbles found on Lake Superior Beach.
Size: 8x8
Price: $25.00
Awwww
Rocks make up this person and dog. Background printed artwork.
Size: 8x8
Price: $25.00
Don's BOOK GALLERY
Vintage Readers Digest Condensed Books have been rescued and lovingly carved into alphabet letters, college logo's, cats, dogs, book safes, etc. Beautiful, unique patterns to adorn your home or desk.
Photographs shown are representative of the letters or images you will receive.
Interested in a letter, then mention the color preferred in conversation. Through conversations I can send a photo of stock I have cut or patterns I have uncut for you to choose from. The books are vintage Readers Digest Condensed Books. I acquire more books all the time.
Give as a monogram gift or spell out your favorite sentiment.
Make great personalized gifts
Just click on the arrows below to view the slide show and make selections.
Central Michigan University
"Flying C"
Intricately cut from a maroon Readers Digest Condensed Book, stands by itself and is approximately 5x7.5 in size.
Price: $20.00
U of M Letter "M"
Intricately cut from a Royal Blue Readers Digest Condensed Book, stands by itself and is approximately 5x7.5 in size.
Price: $20.00
MSU Sparty "S"
Intricately cut from a dark green Readers Digest Condensed Book, stands by itself and is approximately 5x7.5 in size.
Price: $20.00
OSU Buckeye "O"
Intricately cut from a red Readers Digest Condensed Book, stands by itself and is approximately 5x7.5 in size.
Price: $20.00
DOG
Intricately cut from a Readers Digest Condensed Book, stands by itself and is approximately 5x.7.5 in size.
Color selection:
Beige, Brown, Black (if available)
Price: $10.00
CAT
Intricately cut from a Readers Digest Condensed Book, stands by itself and is approximately 5x7.5 in size.
Color selection:
Beige, Brown, Black (if available)
Price: $10.00
RED HEART
Intricately cut from a red Readers Digest Condensed Book, stands by itself and is approximately 5x6 in size.
Price: $10.00
RED APPLE
Intricately cut from a red Readers Digest Condensed Book, stands by itself and is approximately 5x6 in size.
Price: $10.00
AMPERSAND
Intricately cut from a Readers Digest Condensed Book, stands by itself and is approximately 5x7.5 or 5.5x4.5 in size.
Various Colors: Please specify what color you are interested in
Price: $15.00
CROSSES
Intricately cut from a Readers Digest Condensed Book, stands by itself and is approximately 5x7.5 in size.
Various Colors: Please specify what color you are interested in
Price: $15.00
HOME
Intricately cut from a Readers Digest Condensed Book, stands by itself and is approximately 5x7.5 in size.
Various Colors: Please specify what color you are interested in
Price: $20.00
LOVE
Intricately cut from a Readers Digest Condensed Book, stands by itself and is approximately 5x7.5 in size.
Various Colors: Please specify what color you are interested in
Price: $20.00
BEAR
Intricately cut from a Readers Digest Condensed Book, stands by itself and is approximately 5x8 in size.
Colors: Black or Brown (if available)
Price: $15.00
GOLF
Intricately cut from a Readers Digest Condensed Book, stands by itself and is approximately 5x7.5 in size.
There is a half of a tee and half of a golf ball on the front.
Various colors: Please specify color
Price: $25.00
OLD ENGLISH "D"
Intricately cut from a blue Readers Digest Condensed Book, stands by itself and is approximately 5x7.5 in size.
Price: $25.00
MITT OF MICHIGAN IN PATTERNS
Intricately cut from a Readers Digest Condensed Book, stands by itself and is approximately 5x7.5 in size.
Many patterns from the 1950s and 1960s to select from.
Price: $20.00
ANCHOR AND ROPE
Intricately cut from a Readers Digest Condensed Book, stands by itself and is approximately 5x7.5 in size.
Various Colors: Please specify
Price: $20.00
MOOSE
Intricately cut from a Readers Digest Condensed Book, stands by itself and is approximately 5x7.5 in size.
Color: Brown
Price: $20.00
Mitts of Michigan with College Logo
Intricately cut from a Readers Digest Condensed Book, stands by itself and is approximately 5x7.5 in size.
On appropriate college colors
Price: $20.00
Book Safe
Keep all your valuables safely hidden inside of this book safe. My wallet and car keys can fit easily with a little extra room.
Its perfect on top of your nightstand for your midnight snack :-)
I have a wide variety of books, let me know if you would like the safe for a man or women.
Price: $20.00
Monogram Letters
Intricately cut letters of the alphabet.
I have a wide variety of books, let me know if you would like the letter for a man or women and indicate the color.
Price: $15.00
Contact us at
Email: sharon@sharonkuester.com | Phone: 352-365-1330
www.sharonkuester.com
