ask yourselfArt needs you, and your opinion. When you’re standing in front of a work of art, follow these steps:
1. Take a moment to pause and experience the work of art.
2. What do you see or hear? What is happening?
3. statement can help with this.
4. How does it relate to your own life, feelings, or ideas? Does it challenge you?
5. Vote—do you think this work of art is successful?
artprize mobile appIf you have a smartphone, download the ArtPrize mobile app—free for iOS and Android—to make voting super easy as you explore the event. You can also use the app to discover venues, art and events near you, browse a full list of entries, or search for a specific entry, venue or artist.
SEE SOMETHING YOU LOVE? Anyone 13 and older can vote via the app or at artprize.org. As the presenting sponsor of the Public Vote, Meijer is
you vote on the app. You can also pick up a free ArtPrize Nine Tote at any ArtPrize HUB while supplies last, courtesy of Meijer. Totes for Votes!
We also invite you to join the Club! ArtClub members enjoy insider perks and benefits. Meet us at the Clubhouse to learn more.
artprize.org/artclub
rainy dayexperience guide
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tips for staying dryTAKE THE GRAND RAPIDS SKYWALK
weaves through some of the most
Amway Grand Plaza Hotel, DeVos Place Convention Center, Van Andel Arena and
about this experienceNavigate rainy days at ArtPrize like a pro with this handy guide, packed with tips and tricks to help you stay dry while you experience the event.
Rainy days keep the crowds at bay, which means you get to see more of the artwork you love. Take time to slow down and enjoy the artwork (tips on how to do just that are inside this guide!), and don’t forget to take advantage of nearly a mile
venue in the heart of the ArtPrize district without having to venture outdoors.
vote for artAt ArtPrize, your voice counts. If you’re 13 or older, you can cast a vote in support of your favorite ArtPrize entries. Cast your first vote at ArtPrize, then vote from anywhere in the world.
Download the ArtPrize mobile app to vote on the go, or stop by one of our ArtPrize HUBs where a helpful volunteer will get you signed up and ready to vote from your
Public vote presented by Meijer
stay dry and soak it inRainy days mean lighter crowds, the
with each work of art. While you’re at ArtPrize, check out these tips from the Slow Art Day (slowartday.com).
• REALLY LOOK: When you see a piece that catches your eye, linger. Spend 5-10 minutes looking at it.
angle, or taking a few steps back.
• Read the artist statement, either printed near the piece or on the ArtPrize mobile app.
• DIVE DEEPERquestions in the “Ask Yourself” section in this guide, or talk them through with a friend (or a friendly stranger).
PICK UP A METRO PASS
routes, unlimited rides on the Silver Line, discounts on ArtPrize commemorative merchandise, a day pass to the ArtPrize Clubhouse, and more. Pick up a Metro Pass for $5 at Meijer Park & Ride locations or any ArtPrize HUB.
JUMP ON THE DASHHop on one of the three free DASH routes to quickly and easily travel throughout downtown Grand Rapids. Service has been extended to seven days a week from 9/13–10/8, thanks to Mobile GR. Ride Mon–Sat, 6:30 a.m.–10 p.m.; Sun, Noon–8 p.m.
EXPLORE, CREATE, LEARNFind experiential learning opportunities for all ages at the ArtPrize HUB/HQ. Create your own work of art at an ArtPrize Labs Drop-In Studio, open 11 a.m.–6 p.m., and don’t miss the STEAM Village, complete with FIRST Robotics creations, a recreation of last year’s ArtPrize winners, and more.
ArtPrize HUB/HQ presented by Steelcase. STEAM Village powered by Switch.
Herman Miller Cares and Switch.
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SKYWALK VENUES
DeVos Place Convention Center
Amway Grand Plaza
Van Andel Arena
Rosa Parks Circle
20 Monroe Live
Grand Rapids Art Museum
Urban Institute for Contemporary Arts (UICA)
Kendall College Art and Design
Vandenberg (Calder) Plaza
Ah-Nab-Awen Park
ARTPRIZE HUBS
START HERE! ArtPrize HUBs are the best place to start your visit to ArtPrize. You’ll find free Event Guides, self-guided tours,
ArtPrize Metro Pass that gets you bus rides, a Clubhouse pass and other great perks.
ArtPrize HUB/HQ @ 41 Sheldon Blvd. SE
Westside HUB @ Ford
Monroe HUB @ DeVos Place
Heartside HUB @ Monument Park
Gardens and Sculpture Park
events and hot spots
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ARTPRIZE NINE GUIDES AND PATHWAYS
a suite of distinctive ways to visit ArtPrize —simply choose the experience you’d like to have, or the neighborhood you’d like to explore.
Keep an eye out for these Pantone Pathway markers around ArtPrize, or find Pathways
marked in your ArtPrize Nine Event Guide.
Pantone Pathways presented by X-Rite Pantone