ArtPrize

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 2021 kicks off on Thursday, and how the general public is going to vote is going to look a little bit different than years past.

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...

There's a new sign in town. It's a restored classic that is making a comeback. The Red Lion vintage neon sign will shine on Bridge Street again.

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.

ARTPRIZE IS BACK. The competition will return to Grand Rapids September 16 - October 3, 2021.

ArtPrize may have been canceled this year, but art goes on, here's a look at a new mural at GRR.

Events will be held downtown and in various neighborhoods throughout Grand Rapids.

When life gives you isolation, sometimes art is the remedy. Here's five contemporary Michigan landscapes painted by Michigan artists.

The public didn't seem to be too interested this year.