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ArtPrize Announces Jurors For 2013

Matt Milhouse — Thu, 16 May 2013 18:00:00 +0000

ArtPrize begins September 18, but it’s been a busy spring for ArtPrize fans. Artist registration and artist/venue matching are currently taking place. Yesterday, ArtPrize announced the jurors for this year’s competition. Artist registration runs through June 6, while Artist/venue matching runs through June 20. As of this morning, a total of 125 matches have been [...]

Is Film About To Become A Much Bigger Part Of ArtPrize?

Matt Milhouse — Thu, 25 Apr 2013 14:30:32 +0000

ArtPrize begins September 18, but it's been a busy couple of weeks for the art competition.

Venue registration closed, artist registration began, and a new executive director was named.

Christian Gaines, the new executive director of ArtPrize, has a strong background working with films.

Is his hiring an indication that film is about to become a much bigger part of ArtPrize?

New Art Prize Exhibit At The GRAM Opens!

Craig Russell — Thu, 27 Dec 2012 23:42:43 +0000

ArtPrize 2012 might be in the rear view mirror, but the memories still last! And a new exhibit called “ArtPrize 2012: Encore!” is now open at the Grand Rapids Art Museum until the start of ArtPrize 2013! WZZM TV 13′s story “New ArtPrize exhibit at Grand Rapids Art Museum” tells about the artists featured and [...]

Artprize 'Lights in the Night' Comes Under 'Fire' [POLL]

Matt Hendricks — Wed, 10 Oct 2012 17:15:04 +0000

Okay, we either were there, or we all saw the nothing short of awesome spectacle downtown. The Artprize entry ‘Lights in the Night’ was fantastic when the lanterns flew in the air, but now it’s coming under fire for safety and other reasons. Turns out the city manager allowed for only 2,500 lanterns to be [...]

ArtPrize 2012 Spotlight – Final Weekend Highlights

Matt Milhouse — Fri, 05 Oct 2012 15:15:24 +0000

This weekend is our last chance to enjoy ArtPrize 2012. The winners, from the jury and the people’s vote, will be popular destinations. But there are many other options and ways to experience ArtPrize 2012 one last time. Take a look at some of the highlights of the final weekend of ArtPrize 2012. [...]

Which Top 10 ArtPrize Entries Are Your Most/Least Favorites? [Poll]

Matt Milhouse — Tue, 02 Oct 2012 14:00:55 +0000

The winner of ArtPrize 2012 will be announced on Friday, October 5.

You have until Thursday, October 4, at 11:59pm to vote for your favorite from the Top 10. Choosing just one favorite can be difficult, but there is still time to debate and discuss between now and the deadline.

Which are your favorites? And which are your least favorites?

ArtPrize Spotlight 2012 – Weekend Highlights For September 28 – September 30

Matt Milhouse — Fri, 28 Sep 2012 15:17:13 +0000

September 28 to September 30 will be the biggest and busiest weekend of ArtPrize.

There will be a rush of people trying to get one last look at entries before first round voting ends at 11:59pm on Saturday, September 29. Then we'll have a rush of people to see the Top 10 after it is announced on Sunday.

It's going to be busy and it's going to be fun! Let's look at the highlights of the second weekend of ArtPrize 2012.

ArtPrize 2012 Spotlight – Time Lapse Videos Of ArtPrize Entries Being Created [Videos]

Matt Milhouse — Sat, 22 Sep 2012 18:10:28 +0000

I’m not an artist, but I love ArtPrize. I am repeatedly amazed at the paintings and sculptures we see and I could only imagine how one would physically create one of these pieces…until now. Check out a these time lapse videos which show some ArtPrize 2012 entries being created. The first time lapse video is “Details” by Jules Elders. See [...]

ArtPrize 2012 Spotlight – Opening Weekend Events And Activities

Matt Milhouse — Fri, 21 Sep 2012 14:55:02 +0000

The first weekend of ArtPrize can be one of the most fun. There are 1,517 entries and the "short list"/top 25s have not been announced, making it too early to name any favorites.

There is so much to see and do and so much art to be discovered. Let's take a look at some of the highlights of the first weekend of ArtPrize 2012.

ArtPrize 2012 Spotlight – Kids Guide

Matt Milhouse — Fri, 21 Sep 2012 14:30:42 +0000

Bringing the kids downtown to ArtPrize for the day can be a lot fun, but you have to be prepared. Whether you are working around naps, school schedules, or any kind of busy schedule, time is limited. Check out our ArtPrize Kids Guide and maximize your time downtown with the kids. With 1,517 entries in [...]

ArtPrize 2012 Spotlight – How Voting Works

Matt Milhouse — Wed, 19 Sep 2012 21:30:32 +0000

Getting out to see art and vote on your favorite pieces is what makes ArtPrize so much fun. ArtPrize’s rules and award categories continue to change year-to-year, but it’s the people’s vote that makes the contest what it is. ArtPrize continues to make adjustments and improvements to the competition, but the way we vote has remained [...]

ArtPrize 2012 Spotlight – Parking And Transportation

Matt Milhouse — Mon, 17 Sep 2012 21:15:42 +0000

Visiting ArtPrize is fun, but the crowds and traffic can be a lot to deal with. Knowing where to go and how to get around town can help maximize the time you spend downtown at ArtPrize. View our guide to parking and transportation and make the most of ArtPrize 2012. Don’t want to deal with parking? You [...]

ArtPrize Spotlight 2012 – Early Installation Gallery [Photos]

Steven Bohner — Sun, 16 Sep 2012 22:25:45 +0000

It's only a few days until ArtPrize officially opens all across Grand Rapids, but you can already see the city transforming into a massive art gallery. Installations are cropping up on the Urban Bridge, in The B.O.B. parking lot, near the Gerald R. Ford Museum, and countless other places. In the gallery you will find pieces in all the venues mentioned.

ArtPrize 2012 Spotlight – ArtPrize Mobile App

Matt Milhouse — Fri, 14 Sep 2012 16:00:09 +0000

ArtPrize features 1,517 entries and 161 venues, but only a limited amount of time to see everything. The 2012 ArtPrize mobile app helps maximize your visits to ArtPrize. The ArtPrize app makes voting and seeing art easier and faster. The iPhone 5 hits streets September 21, but you don’t need a new one to download the ArtPrize app. The 2012 ArtPrize app is [...]

ArtPrize 2012 Spotlight – A Look Back At The Top 10 Entries From ArtPrize 2011

Steven Bohner — Wed, 12 Sep 2012 17:43:38 +0000

ArtPrize makes September an exciting time in Grand Rapids. Art installations pop up all over the city throughout the entire month. All of that excitement culminates to the top 10 showdown in early October. The top 10 entries can be anything from massive sculptures, to 3D art, to paintings, to pencil drawings. With ArtPrize kicking off on September 19th, let' take a look back at the winners from last year.

ArtPrize 2012 Spotlight – Volunteer Opportunities

Matt Milhouse — Tue, 11 Sep 2012 21:52:28 +0000

ArtPrize counts on the generosity of volunteers to be successful. Hundreds of volunteers have already signed up, but more are needed. Volunteers fill many jobs, enjoy some perks, and have a lot of fun. The deadline to become a volunteer is Wednesday, September 12. Over 5,000 volunteer shifts have already been filled, but over 500 remain open. There are many [...]

Artprize Rapid Partnership Continues In 2012!

Craig Russell — Sat, 08 Sep 2012 23:20:08 +0000

One of the best things about living in Grand Rapids is Artprize. Love it, hate it, or if you are indifferent, it doesn't matter. Artprize gives out community a big shot in the arm, both locally and on a national level. Come on, you swell with a little local pride when you see a story on the Today show or an article in a national magazine about Artprize, don't you? And let's not forget, all the deals that come along with the World's Largest Artprize.

Guess Who Was On TV Last Night?

Craig Russell — Wed, 05 Oct 2011 22:35:13 +0000

That would be the big ol’ chicken CLUCK! Cluck made a special appearance at ArtPrize last night on Channel 8! He even got to host the weather will Bill Steffan! Due to copyright laws, we cant actually show you the video…But here are pictures of Cluck! Pretty sure all this fame will go straight to [...]

West Michigan Weekend! It's Another Busy One!

Craig Russell — Fri, 23 Sep 2011 20:35:01 +0000

I'm ready for the weekend! And there's plenty of stuff to do as usual! Of course ArtPrize is in full swing! Check the FGR ArtPrize link for details how you can win a New York City trip from Design One Salon Spa! Also see WFGR's Matt Hendricks playing Classic Hits LIVE at the Huntington Bank Building (50 Monroe NW) Saturday and other assorted nights during AP 2011!

Join Me For Live Classic Hits at Artprize!

Matt Hendricks — Thu, 22 Sep 2011 18:31:15 +0000

Yep, that’s right!! If you’re heading down to Artprize over the next few weeks, make sure you stop down to 50 Monroe (TGIFridays Building) and check out and me and my buddy play and sing some live classic hits! We’ve been playing together over a year now and it’s all for charity! In This Case, [...]