
The word cupcake probably makes you think “delicious.” Maybe “sweet,” maybe even “my most favorite thing in the world.” Simply Cupcakes of Marco Island hopes people will start to associate cupcakes with art—for both their artistically delectable treats, and their quickly becoming renowned Artist Wall.
The wall runs parallel to the cupcake counter in the Simply Cupcakes store, located on North Collier. It began with the store opening on December 19, but the idea was planted earlier than that. It began when Simply Cupcakes owners, sister and

Artist: Mohndera Gezali. PHOTOS BY JULIA BARNETT
The art on the wall is changed every two months, giving visitors something new to see frequently throughout the year,

Artist: Karen Swanker
For every cycle, Simply Cupcakes host an Artist Reception, showcasing the pieces that will be adorning the wall for the next two months. The Receptions are opened to the the public, and gives guests the opportunity to meet local Marco Island artists, as well as

Artist: Anne Hayes
The most recent Artist Reception was May 14, and it introduced the current “Artist’s Choice” themed wall, the first art wall cycle to include photography among the art. The current wall has artwork created by Susan Wold, Marie Senechal, Kat Rinaldo, Rick Granneman, Carolyn Burger, Thomas Gallagher, Betty Harris, Mohndera Gezaldi, Karen Swanker, and Anne Hayes. The pieces are colorful and full of life, representing Marco Island, and the world around us, through the eyes of the artists.
The Artist Wall is a sight to behold,

Even the cupcakes are art—art you can eat!
Simply Cupcakes of Marco Island is located at 912 N. Collier Blvd Marco Island. For more information on Simply Cupcakes or their Artist Wall, call 239-970-2348, send an email info@marcosimplycupcakes.com, check them out on Facebook at “Simply Cupcakes of Marco Island” or stop by their website at www.marcosimplycupcakes.com.
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