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Join us: Nonprofits find voice on The Rapidian
by (Heartside Galle...)
Submitted 05-18-2013 under NONPROFITS
Working for a small nonprofit, getting the word out about our studio and events has been a challenge. Newspapers close down left and right, and media is so difficult to navigate and capture, especially when we often report on positive happenings in...
History of Heartside artists captured in upcoming book, seeks funding
by (Heartside Galle...)
Submitted 04-26-2013 under NONPROFITS
This year, to mark the 20th anniversary of Heartside Gallery and Studio, we're showing off our artists and history with the book “An Irregular Heartbeat: the Artists of Heartside Gallery and Studio.” To ensure that the story of our Heartside artists...
The Artists of Heartside Gallery and Studio-- Walter Pinder
by (Heartside Galle...)
Submitted 04-11-2013 under NONPROFITS
Our featured artist for April is Walter Pinder. Here is a little about the artist, in the words of Heartside's Interim Art Coordinator, Alysha Lach: It's hard to pick favorites when involved with such an invigorating array of talent,...
Re-envisioning the Avenue: new membership requirements signify more cohesive era.
by (DwellingPlace)
Submitted 03-10-2013 under NONPROFITS
For many years now South Division's Avenue for the Arts has been powered by small grants and a whole lot of volunteer time. Organizers behind the Avenue and its numerous events- including upcoming Art.Downtown. and Market- are hoping that the...
The Artists of Heartside Gallery and Studio--Crystal McGinn
by (Heartside Galle...)
Submitted 01-04-2013 under NONPROFITS
Our featured artist for January is Crystal McGinn. Here is a little about the artist, in her own words: My name is Crystal McGinn. I’ve loved to draw pretty much my whole life, and I’ve been coming to Heartside Studio since late...
Catalyst Radio: The DAAC has new plans to stay vital in Heartside district
by (Catalyst Radio)
Submitted 12-07-2012 under NEWS
Don't have time to listen now? Download the mp3 and listen at your leisure. INTERVIEW In this episode of Catalyst Radio we learn about the Division Avenue Arts Collective, located at 115 S. Division, and some of its re-forming plans in...
Free Radical showcases local art and Heartside venues
by (MattP)
Submitted 10-29-2012 under OPINION
Free Radical is an art show which not only showcases some of the diverse Grand Rapids art community, but is also a way to explore some incredible spaces and businesses in the Heartside district. The first showing was Friday, October 26, but there is...
Pub 43 organizes cohesive Conversation
by (NeuronInertia)
Submitted 09-28-2012 under OPINION
Pub 43, located on Divison just south of Fulton, has participated in ArtPrize since its start. Located between two demographics, Hillside and the Westside, it lies at a crucial cusp of Grand Rapids. The pub is a good attractor for political and/or...
The Artists of Heartside Gallery and Studio-- Don Petz
by (Heartside Galle...)
Submitted 08-01-2012 under NONPROFITS
Our featured artist for August is Don Petz. Here is the artist’s story in his own words: My name’s Don Petz and I’ve been coming to Heartside for a month now. I bring my crochet supplies here and do my work almost every day of the...
The Artists of Heartside Gallery and Studio-- Cory Ruiz
by (Heartside Galle...)
Submitted 04-30-2012 under NONPROFITS
Our featured artist for May is Cory Ruiz. Here is the artist’s story in his own words. "When I was a baby, my mom left me at the hospital. Growing up my life was so hard, going from foster home to foster home—I...