Kaiser's Carnival of Castoffs
Submitted 09-26-2011 under LOCAL LIFE
I spoke with artist Kurt Kaiser about his ArtPrize 2011 entry "Carnival of Castoffs III," showing at CODA gallery on Division, and found out how he creates his work.
Whole Notes Benefit Dinner held at Koetsier Greenhouse
Submitted 09-26-2011 under OPINION
A photo essay and report on the Whole Notes benefit dinner, a collaborative effort from local chefs using local foods.
Leadership Grand Rapids Class of 2012 announced
Submitted 09-26-2011 under NONPROFITS
33 local leaders will participate in Leadership Grand Rapids, a class designed to explore key community issues for Grand Rapids.
Gender and art: Do the numbers add up to anything?
Submitted 09-26-2011 under OPINION
Looking at the gender ratios at the Exhibition Centers, ArtPrize 2011
Glance at the Past - Pottery Works
Submitted 09-26-2011 under NONPROFITS
Beginning in 1876, many homes in Grand Rapids planted their flowers in hand made pots created by John Lipzinski.
Female Artists Explore Indefinite Boundaries at (106) Gallery
Submitted 09-25-2011 under NONPROFITS
This year the Calvin College (106) Gallery presents "indefinite boundaries," an exhibition of nine female artists dealing with place, environment and material.
Women's City Club: A must-see ArtPrize venue
Submitted 09-25-2011 under OPINION
Women's City Club Event Manager and artists talk about getting ready for ArtPrize and their work on display there.
3-2-1: Engage, swag and vote
Submitted 09-24-2011 under OPINION
With just 19 days, it can often feel like there is too much to see and so little time. Experienced Wayfinder Erica Curry Van Ee boils down all the information she has learned in hopes of helping other attendees.
ArtPrize "Canopy" makes a delicate connection
Submitted 09-23-2011 under LOCAL LIFE
Ann Chuchvara's Canopy forms a delicate connection to ArtPrize.
Ready, Set, Go Time!
Submitted 09-23-2011 under OPINION
ArtPrize has a new way to enjoy the various neighborhoods this year, called Go Time parties, where you can have fun on a scavenger hunt and even win prizes.