Art Designed for Outside
A Few Favorites
Get a little taste of what's been made — and what could be made for you
the raven & the wine glass
Lavender Fields
Bad Hair Day Cow
How It Works
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Explore the Gallery for inspiration. See patterns, color combos, and sizes that have been created for other happy customers.
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Every barn quilt starts with a conversation. Submit the interest form with your size, color preferences, and any design ideas. No commitment yet — just a chat!
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Maribeth will reach out personally to discuss your vision, confirm pricing, and provide a shipping quote if needed.
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Your barn quilt is hand-painted to order. Maribeth will share progress photos along the way.
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Your piece arrives ready to hang. Show it off — and tag us!
(not the paint)
Upcoming Events
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Crystal Moon
Beginning May 2026
Catch me painting at Crystal Moon in Beulah, where myself and two other talented artists make the whole creative process public!
Studio hours are flexible and unscheduled — because that's just how artists roll. Follow me on social media to know when I'll be in the studio.
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The Secret Garden
Open May–December
Although I won’t be at the Honor Farmer's Market this season, you can still find my work in downtown Empire, MI. Pick up a piece in person at The Secret Garden — an award-winning gallery featuring over 200 artists.
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![Photograph of three barn quilts displayed on the side of a building.]()
Oliver Art Center
June 6–July 10, 2026
Featured in the judged 2026 Summer Member Exhibit—the kickoff to peak season and a fan-favorite show with something for everyone.
Come see which barn quilt I decided to show!
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![Photograph of hands painting a barn quilt with the words, "Sold Out" in front of the picture.]()
Green Door Folk School—Day 1
June 27, 2026 @ 9:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
A hands-on, start-to-finish workshop where you'll design, tape, and paint your very own 2’×2’ barn quilt.
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Green Door Folk School—Day 2
June 28, 2026 @ 9:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
A hands-on, start-to-finish workshop where you'll design, tape, and paint your very own 2’×2’ barn quilt.
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![Photograph of a person peaking out from behind part of a barn quilt painting.]()
Oliver Art Center
June 27—July 31, 2026
Catch Maribeth's work in Jubilee! — an ode to the Michigan cherry in all its glory, with a reception at 4:00 p.m. June 27th.
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![Photograph of an outdoor booth at a fair displaying three hanging barn quilts.]()
Glen Lake Woman's Club Art Fair
July 15, 2026 @ 10:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.
Proud juried vendor at the 54th annual — a Leelanau County tradition supporting college scholarships for local students.
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![Photograph of a colorful tree barn quilt painted by the community.]()
Port Oneida Fair
August 7–8, 2026
A beloved tradition within Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore — live demos, community painting, and giving back through donated barn quilts to the park.
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![Three participants hold up their colorful barn quilts after a class taught by Maribeth.]()
Explore Past Events
Browse photos, recaps, and highlights from our past events.
See what you missed!
Meet Maribeth
Engineer by career
Artist by retirement
Maker by nature
Hi! I'm Maribeth Wright — the one-woman force behind Wright Side of the Barn, based in Honor, MI.
After decades in automotive engineering and project management, I traded spreadsheets for paint brushes and never looked back. I design and hand-paint barn quilts and outdoor art meant to do two things:
stop people in their tracks
and make them smile!
Equal parts quirky and meticulous, I bring each piece of art to life by hand, one brushstroke at a time. Whether you know exactly what you want or have absolutely no idea, I'll guide you to something you'll love for decades. Art is my love language — outdoor art is my obsession.
When I'm not covered in paint, I'm out on the water kayaking or paddleboarding, logging miles on my bike, getting lost in a good book, or soaking up time with the people I love most.
The custom side of this business is where my heart is — from a sweet little 2’×2’ to a show-stopping 8’×8’, let's make something together!
Follow the Adventure
Follow the Adventure