The fairs and festivals continue... There are cultural festivals, logging, hippie living, Labor Day celebrations, chicken wings, cider, music, and art.
West Michigan has so many creative and talented artists. You can see their work in museums, galleries, and many outdoor murals. Unfourtnaly a recent art installation was hit by vandals.
Since 2009, ArtPrize has become a staple of the arts movement in Grand Rapids. Every year it attracts artists and art enthusiasts from all over the country. However, some in GR have had enough of the art competition.
ArtPrize kicks off on September 16 and runs until October 3. Artists from all over the world are finding themselves in Grand Rapids setting up for the competition. Let's meet one...
Condano Tacos in Grand Rapids is giving you a chance to enjoy a margarita in the name of art. They have started a new initiative for the benefit of ArtPrize.
Downtown Grand Rapids Inc. is putting out the call for artists for the "Activate This Place" grant program. The program awards artists and makers up to $5000 per project.
As part of ArtPrize 2021, the public will have a direct say in who gets a share of the $250,000 in prize money. In past ArtPrize events, where the West Michigan public and visitors would vote, the votes would be used to narrow down choices for expert jurors to then pick winners.