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Vendor Spotlight: Eliza Fernand
by (DwellingPlace)
Submitted 07-30-2014 under NONPROFITS
Stumbling upon Eliza Fernand’s booth at The Market on First Fridays, I was instantly captivated by the unique forms and shapes that she creates with ceramics. From geometric vessels to casts of leaves, pinecones, jars, and honeybears, all of...
Art galleries say congratulations, farewell; contemplate "home"
by (DwellingPlace)
Submitted 07-29-2014 under NONPROFITS
This Friday, August 1, vendors, musicians, food trucks and entertainers will flock to South Division for a festive, spirited evening of music and handmade goods. Following a successful turnout in June, The Market on First Fridays returns with even...
Vendor Spotlight: Taylor Bultema
by (DwellingPlace)
Submitted 07-09-2014 under NONPROFITS
A wash of color forms subtle, blended tones that are overlaid by vibrant hues and pronounced shapes. Seeing Taylor Bultema’s prints at The Market on First Fridays in June compelled me to ask her about the meaning behind her work, “My...
Vendor Spotlight: Rose Beerhorst
by (DwellingPlace)
Submitted 07-02-2014 under NONPROFITS
Walking up to Rose Beerhorst’s booth at The Market on First Fridays in June, her bright, circular rugs with tasteful bold patterns immediately caught my eye. They have that cozy, handmade feel that would bring warmth and folky style to any...
The Market on First Fridays
by (DwellingPlace)
Submitted 05-08-2014 under
This summer The Market returns as a First Friday event and features a gallery and shop hop that exhibits artwork at a variety of indoor sites. Meanwhile, the sidewalks will be flooded with artist vendors, performances, and entertainment all along...
Sass Fest to celebrate hand crafted local goodness
by (erictank)
Submitted 11-19-2013 under NEWS
On Saturday November 23, the DAAC and Have Company present SASS Fest: a celebration of Do It Together ethos featuring hand made items and craft workshops. The event is free and takes place at the 106 Gallery on Division Avenue from noon until 7 p.m...
Mercy Leather brands unique process, style in genuine leather goods
by (mariah_kat)
Submitted 09-10-2013 under INNOVATION-SPOTLIGHT
Mercy Leather features wallets, aprons, totes, canvas travel packs, courier messenger bags and bicycle accessories and has even moved into clothing items such as raw denim jeans and jackets. Jordan Sherwin and Rusty Zylstra's wife Kaitlin...
Day Dreaming about the Weekend Daydream Studios Readies for The Market
by (DwellingPlace)
Submitted 05-28-2013 under NONPROFITS
Daydream Studio is a small business that serves as the creative outlet for the duo of Amber Gerard and Lynn McKeown. Although these lovely ladies have found a great niche and are well known for their witty and unique handmade buttons, their vision...
Teresa Z Illustration debuts at The Market
by (DwellingPlace)
Submitted 05-14-2013 under NONPROFITS
Teresa Z is excitedly getting ready to show at her first art market of the summer: The Market Presented by Avenue for the Arts. Since graduating from GVSU with a BFA in sculpture, she had taken a break from creating art and has spent the...
Avenue for the Arts brings back the Market
by (DwellingPlace)
Submitted 05-02-2013 under NONPROFITS
The Market presented by the Avenue for the Arts is back and bigger than ever. This is a great opportunity to wander the sidewalks of South Division between Fulton and Cherry and celebrate creativity and community. This year...