February 2026 Newsletter

Hello Fellow Art Collectors and Oddity & Curiosity Aficionados!

You’re receiving this newsletter because you either are an artist here or visited my store, Margeaux Wex Gallery in Dalton, Georgia, and signed up to hear about all things art, oddities, curiosities, and collectibles.

In this first issue, we’re shining the spotlight on artist Ruth Pearl, whose acrylic and multi-media creations capture everything from pets to the oddity of human faces. My personal favorite being “Surprise Encounter” — affectionately known as “Miss Squiggly Eyes”(seen below). You’ll get to read about Ruth and her inspiration in the Artist Spotlight section below.

But that’s not all! I'm also including a new, humorous story I wrote for your personal enjoyment: “Do You Feel Hairy, Punk?” — a North Georgia twist on Bigfoot as Dirty Harry as well as the artwork I created some months back of the same name. Hopefully, it brightens your day and gives you a chuckle.

And of course, you’ll find:

A display of some new items in the store
A weird fact to impress (or horrify) your friends
An exclusive special offer for newsletter subscribers

Weird Fact

Victorian women often wore jewelry made of their loved ones’ hair. It was a mourning practice—but also a wearable keepsake. Definitely sentimental, but alarming at dinner parties. Nothing says eternal devotion like a lock of braided hair from Uncle Harold’s mustache.

Artist Spotlight

https://margeauxwex.com/blogs/stories-1/artist-spotlight-ruth-pearl-the-art-of-connection

New Article: Do You Feel Hairy, Punk?

https://margeauxwex.com/blogs/stories-1/do-you-feel-hairy-punk

Special Offer for Newsletter Subscribers Only!

Show this email on your phone or bring it in person and get:

10% off Art Prints, Canvas Art Prints, and Framed Art Prints by Margeaux Wex, Lord Nefarious, & Lilith Mourning.
10% Off Original Art Paintings by David York.
A Printed Art Note Card by Ruth Pearl for every $75.00 spent on her work.
15% Off All Antiques, Oddities, and Other Merchandise (unless marked "ND").

Featured Items In The Shop:

Glow In Style! Uranium glass transforms ordinary items into glowing treasures under black light, making them collectible and captivating.

New Items In The Store:

Smilin’ Sam from Alabam is smiling big and guarding your coins! This huge reproduction cast iron bank is a must-have for collectors and lovers of quirky Americana.

Tons of New Handbags In The Shop!

Weird & Quirky Conversation Pieces!

More Cultural Art!

We've gotten in some new Majolica Pieces!
Bring color and charm to your collection with Majolica figures! These 19th-century ceramics dazzle with vibrant glazes and playful designs—animals, people, and whimsical scenes that never fail to delight.

Stained Glass Windchimes just in time for Spring.

We’re thrilled to welcome Brooke Maddox to the Margeaux Wex Gallery! Brooke handcrafts each earring from clay, carefully sculpting and hand-painting them into wearable works of art. From playful shapes to bold colors, her pieces add a unique, artistic touch to any outfit. Stop by the gallery to explore her creations and treat yourself to one of her beautiful creations.

From the shadows of the Upside Down comes this towering Vecna bust, inspired by Stranger Things. Standing nearly a foot tall, this piece captures every vine, skeletal contour, and haunting glare of Hawkins’ most terrifying villain.

Artist Ruth Pearl brings four unforgettable icons to life in this striking greeting card collection inspired by Elvis Presley, Marilyn Monroe, John Lennon, and Dolly Parton.

Want To See More?

Pop into the shop and have a looksy. Hang around, and I might feed you snacks and make you tea. 😊

We are open Wednesday thru Saturday, 10 am - 6 pm.

Til Next Time,

Margeaux Wex