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ArtPrize Artist Profile: Claudia Santillan-Lensink, upcycled material master of manipulation

Submitted 09-26-2012 under LOCAL LIFE

Claudia Santillan-Lensink discusses life as a mixed media master and new ArtPrize artist.

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All aboard the Okavark to create sustainable peace

Submitted 09-25-2012 under OPINION

Muskegon artist Eric Kravako talks about creating sustainable peace through art, symmetry and balance of life, and why his purpose is to lead an army of artists in a revolution through strength of family.

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East Hills food tour promotes local food and businesses

Submitted 09-25-2012 under INNOVATION-SPOTLIGHT

Purchasing and eating local food is a lifestyle choice adopted by many. For some individuals, knowing where to start can be the most difficult part. Tasty Adventures Food Tours aims to take the guesswork out of taking the first step.

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ArtPrize Artist Profile: Andrew Hawkes claims responsibility for "it's not my fault"

Submitted 09-25-2012 under OPINION

Andrew Hawkes, printmaker and mixed-media artist, makes his ArtPrize debut with "It's not my fault" at the GRAM for its Transformation experience.

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Eastown Street Fair celebrates diverse, quality community offerings

Submitted 09-25-2012 under OPINION

The 39th annual Eastown Street Fair delivered great live music, amazing food and unique wares- all adding up to a fantastic day in the sun.

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Shortlist revealed at ArtPrize Hub

Submitted 09-24-2012 under LOCAL LIFE

The top 25 pieces determined by public vote, as of 6:00 Monday night, and top 25 for jurors were announced at a public event simulcast on WOOD TV8.

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What do you see: abstracting the landscape at The Spot

Submitted 09-24-2012 under OPINION

Megan Klco's "Crisis of Indecision" and Justin Kellner's "Cycle" captured my attention at The Spot.

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High Five offers innovative take on ArtPrize curation

Submitted 09-24-2012 under LOCAL LIFE

High Five provides a contemplative and well-executed space at 55 Campau

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Role/Play at Kendall College shows that sometimes less is more

Submitted 09-22-2012 under OPINION

Sometimes what pieces are made out of steal all the glory. In Kendall's exhibition "Role/Play," what the work is made from only begins to scratch the surface of this expertly curated show.

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What do you see: Plexus No 18 at Kendall College

Submitted 09-22-2012 under OPINION

Gabriel Dawe's strings will take you in and off center, another sophisticated and playful work along with a venue full of that same successful tension between playfulness and complexity.

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