Beat Suite at Grammotones
ArtPeers photographed the Beat Suite event on Friday, July 12th at Grammotones (120 Division Ave S, Grand Rapids, MI 49503)
Four Star Film-Discussion Series: Overview
Four Star Film-Discussion Series, a free community event, took place October 23-26, and November 14, 2024. Film-Discussion entries included Crash (10/23), Rosemary’s Baby (10/25), Blade Runner 2049 (10/26) and Barbie (11/14). Made possible thanks to support from Michigan Arts & Culture Council.
Film and Discussion Event: ‘Blade Runner 2049’ Oct. 26
We need to talk about “Blade Runner 2049”! Thursday, Oct. 26, hear experts talk about artificial intelligence (A.I.) – then watch the critically-acclaimed film about a future with sentient machines.
Film Discussion Event: ‘Rosemary’s Baby’ Oct. 25
We need to talk about “Rosemary’s Baby”! Wednesday, Oct. 25, take part in a discussion of the book “Monsters: A Fan’s Dilemma” – then watch the classic film by Roman Polanski, starring Mia Farrow.
Film Discussion Event: ‘Crash’ Oct. 23
Let’s talk about “Crash”! Monday, Oct. 23, see the award-winning movie then talk about its portrayal of modern racism with a panel that includes: Steff Rosalez, Brandon Copeland and Hwa-Jeen Na.
Detroit Dance-Film Debut
Detroit dance film debut
Natural Hair Portraits: I ROCK MY OWN Year 1
“I ROCK MY OWN: 2016” is the original portrait-series exploring and celebrating the cultural and historical significance of natural hair. A collaboration with several of West Michigan’s most talented photographers, “I ROCK MY OWN” events invite community members with natural hair to get a free, professional portrait they can use for anything. Holland Litho donates high-quality prints that debut at public events featuring local experts who can speak to the unique history of natural hair. Events made possible by Steelcase Foundation and Wege Foundation.
Projection Bombing: VOTE!
ArtPeers collaborated with tattoo artist Sarah Sun to create graphics that we projected onto buildings and the river, encouraging people to VOTE!
ArtPeers ‘Hero Photo-Booth’
ArtPeers created a “Hero Photo Booth” as part of our free screening of the movie “Black Panther” at Four Star Theatre on Division and Burton in Grand Rapids, MI (USA).
Detroit dance film debut
The original dance-film ‘mechanical response’ is collaborative work was co-created by Michigan artists in Detroit, Michigan (USA) with an online debut of March 23, 2023.
Brenda
The iconic Miss Brenda, on the NW side of the city. Creating connections through authentic, human interactions.
DECKCHAIRS
Original dance-on-film in three movements, presented and filmed live in Downtown Grand Rapids, with additional activities in collaboration with GR Hip-Hop Coalition.
Friday Night Vibes Open Mic
Ericka “Kyd Kane” Thompson is a self-taught, multi-disciplined visual artist, poet and, most importantly, beacon of peace and love; born and raised on Grand Rapids southeast side. Images from activities at Site:Lab event.
Together
Community-based project by ArtPeers in collaboration with the City of Grand Rapids and Downtown Grand Rapids, Inc. (DGRI).
Detroit Symphony Orchestra
Images of Grand Rapids collectives ArtPeers and DITA collaborating in Detroit (MI) with LaMarre and Dancers and the James Cornish Light Opera at New Music Detroit’s STRANGE BEAUTIFUL MUSIC 12 (Detroit Symphony Orchestra 9/14/19).
Bedrock: The Foundation
ArtPeers collaborators Bedrock The Foundation performed with J-Rob in public on Sept. 7, 2019 performing at Eastown Street Fair 2019, in Grand Rapids, MI (USA).
Bandaloop
Images of vertical dance by Bandaloop, performing on the side of the PNC Bank Building, in Grand Rapids, MI (USA) as part of Project1 by ArtPrize – made possible in part by Downtown Grand Rapids, Inc. (DGRI)
Sharing FAQ: THE GREAT SWIFTNESS
GUIDE FOR SHARING ONLINE This is a guide for sharing an article by journalist Holly Bechiri about the making of THE GREAT SWIFTNESS – a new film created by Sidecar Studios and ArtPeers. Bechiri’s article (link below) a playable version of the new film, and background info about making it. [ultimate_spacer height=”20″ height_on_tabs=”25″ height_on_tabs_portrait=”25″ height_on_mob_landscape=”18″…
THE GREAT SWIFTNESS
An article by journalist Holly Bechiri about ArtPeers’ role co-creating “The Great Swiftness” – a film documenting the anniversary of Festival of the Arts and La Gran Vitesse.
Nothing Stupid
In collaboration with Sidewalk Detroit, ArtPeers and LaMarre & Dancers debuted “Nothing Stupid: Nothing Stupid At All” on 4-11-19. We invite you to experience this timely work by ArtPeers and LaMarre and Dancers. Website: sidewalkdetroit.com Social Media: sidewalkdetroit
IRMO 2019: Reporting
An article by journalist Holly Bechiri about witnessing and learning the cultural and historical significance of natural hair during I ROCK MY OWN 2019.
IRMO 2019 Portrait Gallery
Complete photo gallery (100 images) form the second I ROCK MY OWN event – a portrait series about the history and significance of natural hair.
Promo Template: I Rock My Own 2019
I ROCK MY OWN 2019 Portrait Day: when, where, how to park or bus there, and more! I ROCK MY OWN: Natural Hair Portraits at DeVos Place (320 Monroe NW) Chase Boardroom (3rd Floor) Sunday, February 24, 2019 11:00 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. How do I get a portrait? Show up at DeVos Place (320…
What is I ROCK MY OWN?
What is I ROCK MY OWN? I ROCK MY OWN (IRMO) is a community experience exploring the journey of cultural identity through natural hair. IRMO creates hundreds of images that are powerful and profound, celebrating the embrace of own’s own identity. The images empower community members to see their true beauty, in living color. In…
Promo Template: I ROCK MY OWN (Feb. 24-25, 2019)
Celebrate your own! I ROCK MY OWN is a community experience exploring the journey of cultural identity through natural hair. PORTRAITS Sunday, Feb. 24 | 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. DeVos Place (300 Monroe NW) Do you rock natural hair? Get a professional portrait! PANEL DISCUSSION 6 p.m. on Monday, Feb. 25. Muse GR (727…