DAM Newsletter
Spring 2006
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Governor's Residence
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Michigan Artist Program |
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In an effort to heighten awareness of
the fine work of Michigan artists, Governor Jennifer M.
Granholm and First Gentleman Daniel G. Mulhern have
partnered with Detroit Artists Market (DAM) to showcase
the works of artists from across the state at the
Governor’s Residence in Lansing. The Residence art is
the latest “gallery” created to showcase Michigan art,
with works on display throughout the Executive Offices
for visitors to enjoy.
“Michigan is home to some incredibly talented artists,
and we are fortunate to have the opportunity to display
some truly inspiring artwork in our home,” Granholm
said.
Artwork from 16 artists from across Michigan is
currently on display at the Governor’s Residence in
Lansing as part of the Governor’s Residence Michigan
Artists Program. Artwork will remain on display in the
living room, dining room, and garden room until the end
of May 2006. Pieces include hanging art, sculptures, and
pottery and glass works.
Artwork from private collections in Michigan has
previously been displayed in the Governor’s Residence,
but the Governor’s Residence Michigan Artists Program is
the first time a call for entry has been made to artists
across Michigan to submit their work to be showcased in
the Residence. Following the completion of the exhibit
in June, a new show by Michigan artists will be
installed in the Residence.
Michigan artwork can also be found on display in the
Governor’s Executive Office. Rotating exhibits from
museums across Michigan, including the Grand Rapids Art
Museum, the William Bonifas Fine Arts Center in
Escanaba, Cranbrook Art Museum, the Dennos Museum Center
in Traverse City, and the Lansing Art Gallery are
featured throughout the Executive Office. In addition,
artwork from Michigan elementary and high school
students will be showcased in December.
The Detroit Artists Market sent out a call last spring
for artists currently residing in Michigan, or born in
Michigan, to submit works in all media, including
painting, sculpture, photography, and ceramics. After
receiving the submissions, DAM worked with the Governor
and First Gentleman to choose the pieces that would be
showcased.
“The Detroit Artists Market is excited about this
project, and we hope to continue to facilitate the
relationship between the state of Michigan and
Michigan’s arts community,” said Dan Graschuck, chairman
of the board at DAM.
All of the artwork displayed in the Residence can be
viewed and purchased through the Detroit Artists Market
website, www.detroitartistsmarket.org .
Founded in 1932, Detroit Artists Market is Detroit’s
oldest cultural institution devoted to promoting and
exhibiting the work of contemporary artists.
To View Artwork
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