Paul May and Kristin Hurlin moved to the Sleeping Bear Dunes area in 1983 to raise their 2 children Liana and Keenan May in a beautiful place. They purchased an old farmstead in downtown Glen Arbor and set up a wood shop, art studio and seasonal gallery. The sky, land and water here are so beautiful and ever-changing with the seasons, one can’t help but be inspired to produce great works.

- Paul began his apprenticeship as a furniture maker in 1977, and has been building fine custom furniture ever since. His talent for landscape photography evolved over the years on long hikes through the dunes and forests.

- Kristin is well known for her detailed ink drawings, a skill developed since 1964 when she received her 1st pen and ink set. Her illustrations have been published nationally for 45 years, winning numerous awards. An avid ethnobotanist, her print series clearly illustrates plant communities found in Northwood / Great Lake habitats.

Glen Arbor Artisans, Inc. was formed in 2014 to encompass all their work, and to name the great new storefront designed by their son’s architect firm Northerly.  The store features furniture, home goods, canvas and print photography, Kristin’s originals, prints and card and, quartz dome lamps. As of 2024 we also carry jewelry by other artisans.

Our gallery is located in downtown Glen Arbor—in the middle of the Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore between the clear waters of Lake Michigan and Glen Lake.

Our storefront in Glen Arbor is closed for the season. If you’d like to see the gallery please make an appointment by emailing info@glenarborartisans.com or texting 231 835 0637

Post Office Box 326 5956 S RAY ST. GLEN ARBOR, MICHIGAN 49636

info@glenarborartisans.com

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