GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. — ArtPrize is right around the corner! Businesses, restaurants, churches, bars and more have been registering to be part of the annual art competition since mid-April. Now, registration for artists is open!
Each year, ArtPrize brings hundreds of pieces of art to Grand Rapids, from large installations to smaller pieces of art displayed inside local businesses.
Over $400,000 is awarded to artists both through public and juried voting. The grand prize winner will take home $125,000, while second place will take home $50,000 and third place will win $25,000.
Another $200,000 is given to artists annually as grants.
Any artist is welcome to participate. Categories include 2D, digital, installation, 3D and time-based.
"My goal and vision this year is to focus on excellence in tight spaces, and really produce an excellent event and creative foundation for future years of ArtPrize as it takes its next steps into future iterations," said ArtPrize Executive Director Catlin Whitington.
Venues have until May 26 to register to participate. Artists have until June 7. On May 22, artists and venues will have the ability to connect to determine where artwork will be displayed around the city.
Any artists or venues interested in participating in ArtPrize 2023 should register online here.
ArtPrize 2023 kicks off on Sept. 14 and lasts through Oct. 1.
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