Sunday, November 13, 2022

"Smiley Bros."

 

This used to be the home of Smiley Brothers Pianos. I've been fascinated by this building since I was a kid. We used to drive by in visiting the Detroit Institute of Arts. Finally got around to doing a painting of this historic building. I believe it's now owned by Wayne State University--my Alma Mater!

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