DisArt Stories Matter: Matthew Pozsgay shares what he's learned designing for children with disabilities
Submitted 04-22-2015 under NONPROFITS
Matthew Poszgay says he's used to working with women's fashion, and that working on fashion for children with disabilities and considering the user's needs has been a totally different experience.
DisArt Stories Matter: Nicole Jimenez finds work with Kendall fashion students invigorating
Submitted 04-22-2015 under NONPROFITS
Nicole Jimenez, from Open Style Lab at MIT, works to create clothing for people with disabilities. She's been impressed by the work of local students and has found it invigorating to work with so many passionate about the arts and disability.
Local landscape painter Overvoorde to host art sale for hunger relief
Submitted 04-22-2015 under NONPROFITS
Chris Stoffel Overvoorde will sell paintings and drawings at his home and studio April 24 and 25.
GRFC finding its niche in the GR community
Submitted 04-21-2015 under NEWS
A new semi-pro soccer team is making a name for itself in the Grand Rapids community
DisArt Stories Matter: Tom Wagner shares favorite collaborations in "Icebreaker" exhibit at KCAD
Submitted 04-21-2015 under NONPROFITS
Tom Wagner says the most interesting part of the the exhibit has been watching people interact with the art, since everything in "Icebreaker" was designed to be touched by the viewer.
Catalyst Radio: Creative Youth Center teaches writing, gives youth enthusiasm for learning
Submitted 04-21-2015 under NEWS
CYC works to provide avenues for publishing kids’ writings, leading to a strong sense of identity.
Design Makes a Difference: "Art of The Lived Experiment" and "Icebreaker" at KCAD's Fed Gallery
Submitted 04-21-2015 under OPINION
Two exhibits at KCAD's Fed Gallery show how good exhibit design makes for an accessible art experience.
Butterflies blooming foster enjoyment of nature
Submitted 04-21-2015 under OPINION
Frederik Meijer Gardens host "Butterflies are Blooming" exhibit to attract citizens to enjoy tropical flora and fauna.
DisArt closing performance to celebrate strides, continue conversation
Submitted 04-21-2015 under LOCAL LIFE
The event at Wealthy Theatre will feature a performance directed by Arts in Motion Studio, which will include over a hundred Disabled performers, ACTion Drummers, paper mache birds, dancers and a choir.
Museums ready for exploration with Free-4-All Sunday
Submitted 04-21-2015 under LOCAL LIFE
Amway is sponsoring free admission to five museums on Sunday, April 26.