Tim Yanke

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Tim Yanke Art Brightens School Library

It has been proven that exposing students to art is beneficial, but curriculum and resources don’t always allow schools to teach the arts. That is why a Park West Gallery VIP collector and school librarian is sharing her love of art with her students through the artwork of Tim Yanke. Trinity J. works as an…. read more

Cowboys & Indians Magazine Feature Tim Yanke

Park West Gallery artist Tim Yanke’s passion for the Southwest seems endless, and his artwork continues to evolve and captivate viewers. It’s no wonder that “Cowboys & Indians,” a magazine that prides itself on its passion for the American West, has featured Yanke in its latest edition. An article by Dana Joseph in the January…. read more

Tim Yanke Featured in Holiday Sale Collection

Looking for the perfect gift for the Tim Yanke fan in your life? Park West Gallery, the largest privately-owned art dealer, is offering artwork by Yanke and more during its Holiday Sale Collection. More than 60 artists have works offered at special prices during the sale. Collectors can acquire works by Old Masters like Rembrandt,…. read more

Tim Yanke’s Patriotic Artwork Featured on Military Makeover

After hard work and home renovations, the Military Makeover® team welcomed the Phinizy family to their new South Florida home. The military family stepped inside to find beautiful new appliances, refinished wood floors and their very own Park West Gallery art collection, including one of Tim Yanke’s trademark Yanke Doodles. “It’s so fulfilling to have…. read more

Tim Yanke and Park West support Relay for Life in Royal Oak

Hot weather did little to stop Tim Yanke and other Relay For Life participants from attending the 2016 Relay For Life of the Greater Royal Oak Area event to raise $46,249 in conjunction with the community for cancer research. On a sunny June 15, 20 teams and 150 participants dedicated their time to celebrate, fight back and remember…. read more

Tim Yanke makes Michigan house a home with Habitat for Humanity

Despite the fact that Park West Gallery artist Tim Yanke donates artwork to many clients with Habitat for Humanity of Oakland County (HFHOC), it never fails to bring a tear to his eye. This was the case on May 5 when Yanke presented new homeowner Angela Ewald and her 4-year-old son, Justin Jr., with one of his…. read more

Tim Yanke joins jazz lovers at 2015 Amelia Island Jazz Festival

Park West Gallery has once again supported the effort to promote the arts during the 2015 Amelia Island Jazz Festival. The annual festival took place October 4-11 on Amelia Island in Florida. In addition to great musical performances, the festival raises funds for scholarships given to students pursuing a major or minor in music. Performances…. read more

Exploring Tim Yanke’s Dragonflies and Doodles

Following Tim Yanke’s solo show during Park West Gallery’s “Detroit’s Finest” exhibition series, learn from the artist what inspires two of his most iconic images: the dragonfly and the “Yanke Doodle.” Yanke’s grandparents were from Germany and Italy, making him second-generation. He credits this German-Italian heritage for his family’s love of antiques, as he would travel…. read more

Tim Yanke named official artist for Florida jazz festival

Park West Gallery artist Tim Yanke has been chosen to be the official artist for the 12th Annual Amelia Island Jazz Festival in Florida. Yanke has created original artwork he will donate that will be auctioned off to benefit the Amelia Island Jazz Festival Scholarship Program. The funds raised will coincide with the festival’s 4th…. read more

Art by Tim Yanke and Head Start Preschoolers Featured at Fundraiser Benefiting OLHSA

When Birmingham-based neo-west artist Tim Yanke teamed up with 504 of  Oakland Livingston Human Service Agency (OLHSA)Head Start preschoolers, creativity, laughs and a new appreciation for the simple fun of art were unleashed. The tangible result – 16 pieces themed in the four seasons – that were offered in a silent auction at an exhibition and fundraiser, ‘Four…. read more