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May Art Hop – Celebrating Public Art

Celebrating Public Art

May 2023 | 05.05.23

 
Let’s take a walk! Join us in touring public art in our county in conjunction with the Kalamazoo County Public Arts Commission, which will unveil its Pixel Stix project! In Kalamazoo we have a growing and vibrant public art collection which includes sculptures, murals, and interactive experiences. Also, on the hop in May will be open studios around the city showcasing art making in action featuring glass-blowing, ceramics, fiber arts, woodworking and more!
July Art Hop – Mental Health and Art Therapy

Mental Health and Art Therapy

July 2023 | 07.14.23

 
Art therapy promotes emotional growth through the creative process using a variety of art forms to unravel and heal from within. The therapeutic arts may include but are not limited to drawing, painting, mixed media, music, writing, sculpture, and movement. In July, we will focus on the theme of mental health and the idea of art as a therapeutic act. We will feature artists who work in the fields of mental health and art with a couple of these artists running interactive workshops throughout the evening.
September Art Hop – Storytelling and Identity

Storytelling and Identity

September 2023 | 09.01.23

 
Storytelling is the social and cultural activity of sharing stories, sometimes with improvisation, theatrics or embellishment. Every culture has its own stories or narratives, which are shared as a means of entertainment, education, or cultural preservation. Join us in September as we share our stories through the arts with illustration and the visual arts, improv, music, a poetry slam, and dance.
November Art Hop – The Future Looks Bright! Focus on Students, Teachers, and Life-long Learners

The Future Looks Bright! Focus on Students, Teachers, and Life-long Learners

November 2023 | 11.03.23

 
Storytelling is the social and cultural activity of sharing stories, sometimes with improvisation, theatrics or embellishment. Every culture has its own stories or narratives, which are shared as a means of entertainment, education, or cultural preservation. Join us in September as we share our stories through the arts with illustration and the visual arts, improv, music, a poetry slam, and dance.
December Art Hop – The Art of Giving

The Art of Giving

December 2023 | 12.01.23

 
Artwork is the gift that keeps on giving. This Art Hop will focus on businesses and organizations that give back to the local and global community through art. Organizations such as MRC artworks, Glass Art Kalamazoo, Kalamazoo Book Arts, Rootead, Read and Write Kalamazoo, and the Vine Neighborhood Association show up all year to shine on our community. Join us at the December Art Hop by exploring all the exceptional venues highlighting art gifts made by artists in our community.
 

Get Involved with Art Hop!

 
There will be 6 special Art Hop events, that will include unique additions such as After-Hop concerts, guided public tours, student/community-based projects, and more! All Art Hops take place on the first Friday of the months noted except for July. Mark your calendars, and stay tuned for the exciting details as we unveil Art Hop for 2023!
 

Register as an Artist or Business Venue

Individual artists, arts organizations, and small businesses can apply online to show their work. There is no cost to participate. You will be asked to provide photos of your work, an artist bio, artist statement, and links to your social media and/or website, if applicable. Click on the date below to register for that month’s Art Hop.

 
Deadline for Art Hop participation is always 4 weeks prior to that month’s event.
(Example November 3rd is the deadline for December 1st’s Art Hop)
 
Register for Art Hop

Be a Volunteer

We are seeking volunteers to help out during Art Hop, as well as with event set-up and clean-up. Volunteers may be asked to carry signage or do other physical labor, so any unique needs should be noted on the volunteer sign-up form.

 
Questions? Email Us for more information.
 
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