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Head of ambitious public art projects in New York City joins grand juror team for ArtPrize 2013

Submitted 09-16-2013 under NONPROFITS

This interview with Anne Pasternak, ArtPrize 2013 Grand Prize Juror, is one of a series of three interviews helping ArtPrize visitors get to know the perspective of this year's jurors.

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How to Look at Art, Part 1

Submitted 09-16-2013 under OPINION

This is the first in a four part series on how to look at art, using the DRIO process: Description, Relationships, Interpretation and Opinion. I discuss the "description" step in today's article.

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Impart: Local artist Consuelo Poland used art to speak

Submitted 09-16-2013 under LOCAL LIFE

Consuelo Poland answers a few important questions about art. Her functional art piece is available for viewing at Women's City Club during ArtPrize.

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Impart: Abstract painter Thomas Hammer argues art is defined by art world authorities

Submitted 09-16-2013 under LOCAL LIFE

NYC artist Thomas Hammer explores chaos and control in his artwork and in his answers to our questions.

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Founders Brewing Co. reveals expanded taproom

Submitted 09-16-2013 under NEWS

Founders completes another phase of its $26 million expansion. This Monday, they unveil a larger taproom, kitchen, front porch, beer garden and company store.

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Planning Commission approves request to allow food trucks downtown

Submitted 09-13-2013 under NEWS

At the public hearing on September 12, the Planning Commission decided to allow food trucks near the Grand Rapids Art Museum.

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Story Matters: Arlene Schulte sees Grand Rapids as big city, small town

Submitted 09-12-2013 under NONPROFITS

Arlene Schulte sat down with us to talk about what she likes about her city/town of Grand Rapids.

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Story Matters: Kathleen Russell remembers history of Indian Mounds

Submitted 09-12-2013 under NONPROFITS

Kathleen Russell talks about the artificial Indian Mounds that we have at Ah Nab Awen park, and the history that precedes them.

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Local young artists from Boys & Girls Clubs previewed at ArtPrize venue

Submitted 09-12-2013 under NONPROFITS

This Friday, the newly remodeled Harris Building will host an event to preview artwork from 45 registered ArtPrize entries. Guests will be invited to browse three floors of artwork, including pieces created by children who attend Boys & Girls Clubs of Grand Rapids.

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GROW Microloan Program driving small business growth with $600,000 to lend

Submitted 09-10-2013 under NONPROFITS

GROW received $600,000 to loan to small business owners who need help getting capital for business growth.

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