This week I went to Grand Rapids, Michigan to visit friends and check out GR's new event, ArtPrize. Apparently this is the city's second year holding the event and it was AMAZING. Artists from all over the world can enter their artwork in the contest and have it displayed at one of the various venues throughout the downtown GR area. Another cool catch is anyone who comes to see the art can register to vote on the pieces they like most. After the first week the 10 pieces with the most votes will then be voted on for top prize. What an great way to involve the people.
But really, it felt like such a breath of fresh air to see so much beautiful art displayed. I was inspired by many and captivated by others. My friend's mother in law even contributed a piece of her art, as did a cousin. So that means I'm starting to get ideas. Maybe next year I could contribute something for the sake of displaying some of my own work. I'll have to think more on that idea but its not beyond me.
I absolutely recommend checking out the website to see some of the art and their descriptions as well as the top 10 picks.
