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Fountain Street Church: Jurors give nod, public not so sure

Submitted 10-03-2012 under OPINION

Fountain Street Church, in collaboration with the ACLU, has curated a strong exhibit filled with contemporary work addressing social issues. The venue is a beautiful contrast of new work in an environment rich in traditional examples of art.

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Manasseh Project educates community on local human trafficking

Submitted 10-03-2012 under OPINION

As part of a grant received from the Michigan Department of Community Health, Wedgwood Christian Services and local students talk about violence, the nature of sexual exploration and it’s role in our culture.

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In Our Own Lives

Submitted 10-01-2012 under NONPROFITS

How the power of music has affected the lives of the exectutive staff at this nonprofit organization

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Gerald Ford graffiti resurfaces for ArtPrize

Submitted 10-01-2012 under OPINION

Another Gerald Ford graffiti piece appeared on the side of The B.O.B. last month as an entry for ArtPrize.

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Women's City Club showcases a little bit of everything

Submitted 10-01-2012 under OPINION

A unique blend of talented artists working in a variety of mediums make this exhibit worth an uphill walk.

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Art Critic Tyler Green navigates ArtPrize

Submitted 10-01-2012 under OPINION

The insight of ArtPrize juror Tyler Green helps direct the public to artworks and venues that might otherwise go unnoticed

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Full house at Critical Discourse compares top public vote winners

Submitted 10-01-2012 under OPINION

Critical Discourse was heavy on quality though kind conversation between the panel and much lighter on audience participation this year.

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Spiritual Lake offers captivating photographic works

Submitted 09-30-2012 under OPINION

Spiritual Lake is a noteworthy exhibition of photographic works by Christopher Cox and collaborator Jacob Bullard.

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ArtPrize Top Ten Announced

Submitted 09-30-2012 under OPINION

Votes have been cast and the Top Ten of ArtPrize 2012 includes taxidermy, Chris LaPorte, and a return to Eden. Voting for Top 3 ends Thursday, October 4 - what entry will get your vote?

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Lights in the Night makes Grand Rapids glow

Submitted 09-29-2012 under OPINION

An estimated 20,000 paper lanterns were released downtown as part of ArtPrize performance "Lights in the Night."

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