About Whistling Frog Tile Inc.

Whistling Frog Tile Company is a collaboration of two artists: Rick Pruckler & Tonya Lutz. Our hands are on the work from start to finish. Visit us at our studio gallery shop by beautiful Torch Lake in Alden Michigan. We enjoy what we do. Every aspect of the business and art is accomplished by their hands. For them, creating tile is more than a process; it’s a passion and a joy. They are the designers, sculptors and makers caring about every step. All clay and glazes are crafted using sustainable practices. Packing supplies & glaze containers are up-cycled for minimal environmental impact, and as much surplus clay and water as possible are conserved and recycled. If a tile is broken, even these are up-cycled. Find them tucked into public art murals around Detroit. Here at Whistling Frog, Rick and I enjoy our environment and community. Every person and every business can play a vital role in making sure it is protected and nurtured. We like that a business can make a difference on a larger scale than we could alone. From celebrating with commemorative tiles, funding Parkinson's detecting dogs research, contributing to the care of our pristine Great Lakes and nature sanctuaries, and providing donations to institutions that provide our citizens with access to free art experiences and library learning, each tile we make donates to a cause, supporting our small business & making our world a better place. Read their story