UICA
Art Criticism: An Afterthought
by (KCAD)
Submitted 04-01-2011 under NONPROFITS
Last night, UICA's Director of Education Elizabeth Goddard participated in a panel discussion concerning Art Criticism that was hosted by the Arts Council of Greater Grand Rapids, Dwelling Place and ArtPeers at Wealthy Theatre. The other...
Chiaroscuro Film Series Nearing Final Screenings
by (isavedlatin89)
Submitted 03-27-2011 under LOCAL LIFE
They say imitation is the sincerest form of flattery. If that’s the case, then the Toronto International Film Festival should feel rather proud as they’ve inspired one of the area's most talked about film series. Now in its sixth year, the...
Catalyst Radio: Book by former Grand Rapidian inspired in part by his involvement in GR community
by (Catalyst Radio)
Submitted 03-25-2011 under NONPROFITS
This week, we're joined by Lambert Zuidervaart, a former philosophy professor at Calvin College and co-chair of the Urban Institute for Contemporary Arts' board that oversaw the move to their Sheldon Boulevard location. Lambert was recently in...
UICA: Where Artists Connect To A Bigger World
by (KCAD)
Submitted 03-25-2011 under NONPROFITS
On June 13, 2007, several past and present members of the Visual Arts Committee (VAC) met at UICA. Their lively, two-hour discussion covered UICA’s history, some philosophy of art, the nature of volunteerism, and the importance of UICA’s work...
Civic Studio presents exhibition: Envisioning Art in Public
by (Visual.Studies)
Submitted 03-11-2011 under NONPROFITS
Civic Studio will present Envisioning Art in Public, an exhibition focused on art and its public function on March 18th, 2011 at the Urban Institute for Contemporary Arts. Projects in the exhibition aim to visually interpret a range of topics...
New Book Brings Lambert Zuidervaart Back to Grand Rapids
by (Roberta F. King)
Submitted 03-10-2011 under LOCAL LIFE
More than 20 years ago, Lambert Zuidervaart began developing an idea for a book. His idea had the working title, Cultural Politics and Artistic Truth. But even for the accomplished arts philosopher, professor and author, the subject was much more...
UICA Creates Mini-Golf Course For LaughFest
by (KCAD)
Submitted 03-01-2011 under NONPROFITS
The Urban Institute for Contemporary Arts (UICA) will feature 19 unique and inventive mini-golf holes created by regional and national artists, from March 5 to 31. This mini-golf course was organized in cooperation with LaughFest, a “festival of...
[VIDEO] Live Coverage fundraising soiree matchmakes local artists and art enthusiasts
by (FotoJosh)
Submitted 02-22-2011 under NEWS
After several months of planning and publicity, the Urban Institute for Contemporary Arts held its preeminent fundraiser of the year, Live Coverage. In its 11th year, the bash on Saturday attracted approximately 500 attendees. From 6:30-9:15 p.m.,...
Catalyst Radio: UICA's Live Coverage fundraiser pits 50 artists against the clock
by (Catalyst Radio)
Submitted 02-18-2011 under NONPROFITS
Elizabeth Goddard of the Urban Institute of Contemporary Arts gives us a preview of tomorrow evening's Live Coverage. The fundraiser showcases more than 50 regional artists in the last stages of art creation putting finishing touches on their...
Live Coverage Feature: Linda LaFontsee and Nuel Friend
by (KCAD)
Submitted 02-16-2011 under NONPROFITS
Showcasing more than fifty of West Michigan’s most exciting visual artists, Live Coverage features one-of-a-kind works of art, created right before your eyes! This unique fundraiser is a must for collectors, designers, and anyone with a...