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Winners of the 2009 Grand Rapids ArtPrize4802

Michigan Goes Nationwide with Art & Wine4800

Snapshots from the Grand Rapids ArtPrize4792

On Location: ArtPrize in Grand Rapids4779

Wine, Music & Microbrew in Traverse City4766

Spotlight: Arts, Beats & Eats - Festival of Hope, Sept 4 - 7 Pontiac4079

Photo Friday: Balloon Seafood by mikesophia4735

50th Annual Ann Arbor Street Fair, July 15-18, 20094723

Winners of the 2009 Grand Rapids ArtPrize
The first-ever ArtPrize in Grand Rapids has ended with Open Water no. 24, a 6' x 19' oil painting by Ran Ortner being chosen as the winner by public vote from 1,262 artists who exhibited at 157 venues across the city. Click through for information about all the winners and some cool video from the Winners Celebration.

Michigan Goes Nationwide with Art & Wine
Michigan has taken the national stage with one eye on the ArtPrize competition in Grand Rapids and the other on it's burgeoning and award winning wine industry which gaining credibility amongst wine experts and wine lovers. This is truly a positive and a definite 180 degree flip from most of the national news our state receives as of late.

Snapshots from the Grand Rapids ArtPrize
Here's a video produced by Absolute Michigan featuring audio from Brad Aspey of Interlochen Public Radio along with photographs from the Absolute Michigan pool and the Creative Commons. The music is Octopussy by Juanitos. There's so much more to see - definitely go to Grand Rapids if at all possible to check out ArtPrize - you will not be disappointed!

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The Heidelberg Project
The project began as an outdoor art environment in the heart of Detroit, but it has grown into much more. Today the project is recognized around the world as a demonstration of the power of creativity to transform all those whose lives it touches.

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Artist/owner of Fire Center Studio
Greetings! My name is Kathrine Savu,life long resident of Ishpeming in the upper peninsula of Michigan. My art studio is located at 701 N.Third St. in Ishpeming. I've been at this location since 1993. My art can be seen at the Michigamme Moonshine gallery (Ishpeming, Marquette County)
ArtServe Michigan
A statewide organization that builds support for the arts, artists, arts education, and cultural activities. They champion the arts across the state through advocacy and education programming and services to individual artists and cultural organizations. (Lansing, Ingham County)
Christine Bianco Photography
Christine Bianco is a Portrait photographer in Baraga county. She specializes in families, children, seniors and weddings. (LAnse, Baraga County)
Collins Fine Art
The web site of internationally known Michigan artist Paul Collins features extensive online galleries including America at Work. His works portray strong, worthy, significant people no matter their race, culture or circumstance. (Grand Rapids, Kent County)
Forever Young Publishers
Cheri L. Hallwood, Michigan Children's Author and Independent Publisher, lives in Niles, Michigan. Her illustrator, Patricia M. Rose also resides in Niles. Their award-winning picture books are, Winter's First Snowflake, & The Curious Polka~Dot Present. (Niles, Cass County)
Gallery Fifty
Gallery Fifty's focus is on the marketing of functional art and fine craft to the visitors and residents of northern Michigan. The media mix includes ceramics, glass, fiber, metal, wood, painting, photography, furniture, and lighting. (Traverse City, Grand Traverse County)
George Potvin, Blacksmith, Knifemaker
I am a Blacksmith and do copper work as well. I specialize in Completely hand-made knives/sheaths. I make Damascus steel but utilize many other types of materials. I offer prints from my pen & inks plus MUCH MORE. Search the net for more info on me/work. (Bark River, Delta County)
Glenn Wolff Studio
Artist, Illustrator and Musician. Glenn has illustrated over 20 books including the critically acclaimed It's Raining Frogs and Fishes by Jerry Dennis. He was the Artist-in-Residence at the 2004 North American Prairie Conference (Traverse City, Grand Traverse County)
Janice Charach Epstein Gallery
June 10 – August 9 2007 Through the Eye of the Needle – Fabric of Survival (lower level gallery) The story of the Holocaust through one woman’s eyes and heart. Esther Krinitz and her sister Mania were the only members of their family and among the fe (West Bloomfield, Oakland County)
LOG ART INC.
The world's finest log furniture. Handcrafted in Michigan. We welcome custom orders and enjoy working with our clients to help build their dreams. Visit our site for a photo gallery of beds, benches, tables, carvings and more. (Boyne City, Charlevoix County)
Marshall M. Fredericks Sculpture Museum
The Museum features a unique collection of hundreds of works that span the career of Marshall M. Fredericks (1908-1998), a traditional figurative sculptor, who remained active in his metro-Detroit studios until days before his death at age 90. (University Center, Saginaw County)
Melanie Parke & Richard Kooyman
Fine artists Melanie Parke and Richard Kooyman display their paintings. They also invite you to attend their classes and workshops as well as visit their exhibitions and galleries displaying their works. (Kaleva, Benzie County)
Mid Michigan Art Guild
For Artists in mid Michigan and other areas, check it out and join. (Lansing, Ingham County)
Nonesuch Gallery in Downtown Ontonagon, Mich.
A one-of-a-kind shop featuring Lake Superior Artists. It is located near Lake Superior at the mouth of the Ontonagon River in a beautifully maintained historic building. Meet nationally recognized quilt artist Edna Harbison, see her and others' art. (Ontonagon, Ontonagon County)
Old Mission Tavern and Bella Galleria
In the finest tradition of old world European taverns, the "art gallery" restaurant promises both a culinary and visual feast. Next door to the gallery & the restaurant is the sculpture studio of Verna Bartnick, the owner of the Tavern and Bella Galleria. (Traverse City, Grand Traverse County)
Original Artwork by Karen M Smith
Original oil and acrylic paintings by Karen M Smith, a Michigan artist. Landscapes & cityscapes, animals, floral. Impressionist and abstract. Commissions available. (Imlay City, Lapeer County)
Pumpkin Ed
Learn all about Ed Moody, master pumpkin sculptor, the giant pumpkins he carves, the events he'll be attending, and view many of his past creations. (Frankfort, Benzie County)
Realistic Pencil Drawings by Brian Duey
Realistic pencil drawings by artist, Brian Duey. Site includes portraits, still life, colored drawings, and tutorials. (Grand Rapids, Kent County)
Robert deJonge Images
These are not just another set of pretty scenic images ó there are stories to be told and beauty to be discovered. Journey through Northern Michigan: Leelanau, Sleeping Bear Dunes, the Manitous, Sturgeon Bay, and all the places your spirit longs to be. (Glen Arbor, Leelanau County)
Stacy Niedzwiecki - Award-Winning Photography
Niedzwiecki leverages her talents in digital photography and digital art. Her fascination with nature's beauty has found its way through the camera lens, earning recognition in many art and photography competitions. Come explore her online gallery! (Rockford, Kent County)
The Art of Kathleen Chaney Fritz
The official web site of nationally renowned Michigan artist Kathleen Chaney Fritz. Beautiful paintings and prints of Michigan along with award winning children's books and prints. (Ada, Kent County)
The Heidelberg Project
The project began as an outdoor art environment in the heart of Detroit, but it has grown into much more. Today the project is recognized around the world as a demonstration of the power of creativity to transform all those whose lives it touches. (Detroit, Wayne County)
thedetroiter.com
"Unearthing a great American city, one story at a time" ARTS, literature, THEATER, cinema, MUSIC, culture. DETROIT. a critical celebration of Michigan's biggest city featuring the area's best Arts Calendar, news, reviews, essays, and photograph (Detroit, Wayne County)