Finding what I missed at ArtPrize
Submitted 09-19-2012 under OPINION
Last year at ArtPrize, by reading too much I learned less. This year, I'm taking a different approach to the work surrounding me at the event.
Con Artist Crew, Spectrum Health Rehab team up for Artprize
Submitted 09-19-2012 under LOCAL LIFE
Con Artist Crew leaders Magdalene Law, Reuben Garcia and Chelsea Van Tongeren worked with patients at Spectrum Health's continuing care facility to create pieces for an entry into this year's ArtPrize competition. The art will be showcased at the downtown Ledyard building.
Lights in the Night: Where hope takes flight
Submitted 09-19-2012 under NEWS
ArtPrize entry will be releasing thousands of lanterns into the Grand Rapids skyline at dusk on Friday, September 28.
West Michigan Indie Podcast: Episode #11- Delilah DeWylde & The Lost Boys
Submitted 09-19-2012 under LOCAL LIFE
WMI sat down with awesome rock-a-billy singer/bass player Delilah DeWylde.
Author Bonnie Jo Campbell to present free reading at Aquinas College
Submitted 09-18-2012 under NONPROFITS
Michigan native Bonnie Jo Campbell will give a free reading as part of the Contemporary Writers Series at Aquinas College, Thursday, September 20, 2012
Art within Art: ArtPrize in Local Bars and Coffee Shops
Submitted 09-18-2012 under LOCAL LIFE
The venues of HopCat, McFadden’s, and MadCap complement the ArtPrize entries showcased there
Juror Susan Szenasy looking for surprises
Submitted 09-18-2012 under NEWS
Szenasy is looking for a surprising experience with art in the urban environment. On September 24, she will reveal the top five contenders for the "Best Use of Urban Space" Award. I spoke with Susan about her jurying process and what she hopes to see in Grand Rapids.
How I Learned to Look at Art: An interview with Adam Lerner
Submitted 09-18-2012 under NEWS
In efforts to better educate the public on the principles of contemporary art, ArtPrize has invited Adam Lerner, Director of the Museum of Contemporary Art in Denver, to help develop an Art Fitness Program.
A walk on the quiet side: Revisiting Blandford Nature Center
Submitted 09-18-2012 under VOICES
Experiencing Blandford Nature Center after visiting 20 years ago and exploring the discoveries of today.
ArtPeers to participate at SiTE:LAB during ArtPrize 2012
Submitted 09-17-2012 under NONPROFITS
ArtPeers is excited to participate at SiTE:LAB 2012 at 54 Jefferson, during ArtPrize - here's what we're doing, and how you can participate!