The Artists of Heartside Gallery and Studio: Alyssa
Submitted 10-06-2011 under NONPROFITS
Alyssa, featured artist from Heartside for the month of October, tells her story and explains how discovering Heartside Gallery has helped her process her emotions.
Local jewelry artist talks about ArtPrize; role of art in her life
Submitted 10-05-2011 under LOCAL LIFE
Local jewelry artist Christine Dexter shares her views on the city's largest art event, Artprize 2011, and what inspires her work.
Goodwill Avant Garde
Submitted 10-05-2011 under NONPROFITS
Designers succeed in challenging the viewer to consider the potential of repurposed materials.
Glance at the Past - Parks and Playgrounds
Submitted 10-05-2011 under NONPROFITS
Did you know about the Playground Association here in Grand Rapids, and the role it played with our parks and playgrounds? Listen to this two minute audio piece to find out more.
Sometimes, it’s Block by Block: A Thriving Community on Warren SE
Submitted 10-05-2011 under LOCAL LIFE
Usually focused on urban change on a house-by-house level, Tyler Nickerson kicks it up a notch to feature the fruits of investment on a block level.
The Revolution Needs You!
Submitted 10-05-2011 under NONPROFITS
GMR's October issue is out and we're excited about #OccupyGR!
Top Ten Featured Artist: Sunti Pichetchaiyakul
Submitted 10-05-2011 under LOCAL LIFE
In this audio interview, Sunti Pichetchaiyakul shares how he is honoring the spirit of the Ford family by letting them experience ArtPrize.
Top Ten Featured Artist: Mia Tavonatti
Submitted 10-05-2011 under LOCAL LIFE
[ArtPrize 2011 1st Place winner] In this audio interview, Mia Tavonatti tells how inspiring stories from viewers cancel out any negative criticism of religious art.
Top Ten Featured Artist: Llew (Doc) Tilma
Submitted 10-05-2011 under LOCAL LIFE
In this audio interview, artist Llew (Doc) Tilma tells the story of how his venue choice was the inspiration for his Top Ten piece.
Top Ten Featured Artist: Paul Baliker
Submitted 10-05-2011 under LOCAL LIFE
In this audio interview, artist Paul Baliker shares the message behind his work: the importance of reef preservation.