Sheefy: Just the Beginning
Solo Exhibition
Exhibition: March 20 - April 18, 2026
Free & Open to the Public | Monday - Saturday, 10am to 6pm
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Art Leaders Gallery is proud to present Sheefy: Just the Beginning, a solo exhibition featuring Detroit-based artist Sheefy McFly.
Thank you to all who joined us for the Opening Reception on Thursday, March 19, 2026, where we unveiled a powerful new collection of original works. This special evening included an artist talk and interview with Sheefy himself—offering guests a rare opportunity to engage directly with the artist and learn more about his creative process.
The exhibition will remain on view March 20 through April 18, 2026.
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Dalà after dark
A Surrealist SoiréE
Thursday, April 9, 2026 | 6-9pm
Free Event - RSVP Required
Step into a candlelit gallery transformed for an immersive celebration of the dreamlike brilliance of Salvador DalÃ.
Experience a carefully curated atmosphere of live music and light bites while exploring works that echo DalÃ’s captivating vision. The highlight of the night will be a special presentation on the mind and mythology of DalÃ, culminating in the unveiling of an original Dalà work— an intimate opportunity to encounter the artist’s hand and imagination up close.
Guests are encouraged to embrace the evening’s dress code of Elegant Surreal. Refined cocktail attire with one unexpected twist, inspired by DalÃ’s playful disruption of reality.
Example - melting watch brooch, exaggerated gloves, statement headpiece, asymmetrical makeup, unexpected texture.
Prizes will be awarded for the most imaginative attire of the evening.
Saturday Seminar Series
The Fine Line: Navigating Authenticity, Provenance, and Forgery in the Art World
Saturday, April 11, 2026 | 2pm
Free & Open to the Public
Join us for an educational seminar designed to guide collectors and art enthusiasts through the complexities of authenticity in today’s art market.
This presentation will examine the critical role of provenance and the techniques used to detect and prevent forgery, alongside compelling stories of some of the art world’s most notorious cons.
Attendees will leave with a stronger understanding to make informed collecting decisions.
Join us the 2nd Saturday of each month as we explore different facets of the art world!
This event is free and open to the public. The presentation will begin promptly at 2pm. Light refreshments will be served.
Audition air
Art Auction Fundraiser & Performance
Thursday, April 23, 2026 | 6:30 - 9PM
This fundraiser supports AuditionAir, a nonprofit dedicated to providing emerging performing artists equitable access to professional auditions through funded air travel across the contiguous United States.
Support the AuditionAir mission and enjoy performances by Ingrid Kuribayashi, Jake Surzyn, & Christine Goerke.
This event is hosted & organized by Audition Air. Please contact Art Leaders Gallery if you are interested in attending this event.
2nd annual
sip & Savor
Wine and Art Pairing Event
Thursday, February 12, 2026
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Our 2nd Annual Sip & Savor is in the books! Thank you to all in attendance, we hope you had an incredible evening of fine wine and fine art.
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IDS DESIGN ROYALE
Winter Gala
Thursday, February 6, 2026
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We were thrilled to be part of this year’s IDS Detroit Winter Gala. The black-tie evening featured a live painting by Sheefy McFly, while Candice emceed the event and lead a live art auction benefiting the Suite Dreams Project.
Elegance in Candlelight:
A Night Among the Masters
Thursday, December 4, 2025 | 6 - 10pm
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We recently hosted an evening where fine art, live music, and culture harmonize under a warm candlelit glow. Guests stepped into a refined atmosphere featuring masterworks by Picasso, DalÃ, Miró, Calder, Frankenthaler, Dine, Toulouse-Lautrec, and others.
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Looking through the wrong end of the Telescope
10 Seussian Tenants for a passionate life
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Ted Geisel (aka Dr. Seuss) relentlessly pursued a life of passion. He was a trail-blazer in his artistic vision and chose a road less traveled at almost every milestone. As a result, he not only became an international pop-culture icon, but through his artwork showed us that pursuit of a passionate life could also bring deep inspiration and meaning to our own lives.
This special exhibition features rare artwork by Dr. Seuss that has inspired four. generations to look at life "through the wrong end of the telescope". Two show-exclusive collections will be on display and available to purchase through the duration of the exhibit. These special releases are only available to experience in person.
Please click below to view photos from our SOLD OUT Opening Reception!
Pattern & Palette:
3rd Annual IDS September Soirée
Thursday, September 11, 2025
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Art Leaders had the honor of hosting the 3rd Annual Interior Design Society September Soirée along with Stark Carpets.
This event was a vibrant evening where art extended beyond the canvas and creativity weaves its way into every corner—from floor to frame to fashion. This exclusive IDS event celebrated the synergy between fine art and luxury design through curated rug and art pairings, engaging conversations, and inspired self-expression.
Please click below to view the photos from the event.
arts, beats, & eats
August 29 - September 1
301 W. 4th St., Suite 440, Royal Oak, Mi 48067
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The Art Leaders team had the amazing opportunity to be involved with Royal Oak's Arts Beats and Eats this year! We met so many art lovers, and look forward to Arts, Beats, & Eats 2026.
Uncorked Rarity:
Thomas Arvid x Jarvis Estate Art Unveiling & Wine Tasting
Thursday, August 28, 2025
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Acclaimed artist Thomas Arvid, collected by celebrities, vintners, and art patrons worldwide and the foremost American painter of wine, welcomes you to a celebration of the good life!
This event offered a rare opportunity for experience the wines of Jarvis Estate, a Napa Valley Winery whose bottles are not available through traditional retailers. Typically reserved for members and insiders, Jarvis wines are produced in limited quantities and offered only to wine club members— on this special evening, attendees had the unique chance to sample these exceptional vintages while surrounded by the very artwork they inspired.
Guests also enjoyed a curated wine and art pairing, sample some of the very wines that influenced the artist, and participate in a relaxed Q&A where Arvid shared personal insights and the stories behind his most iconic pieces.
Please click the button below to view photos from our Uncorked Rarity event!