Artprize 2014

Wow! I can't believe I am participating in Artprize 2014. After visiting Artprize 2012 and 2013 I knew it was time that I enter and get on the Artprize wagon and be part of the biggest art competition in the world!

I had worked on my series, Jefferson's Talent, during my senior year of college and decided to enter it in Artprize. I was stoked that the Grand Rapid's Children's Museum was interested in housing my work. After making all the necessary steps I was officially entered! 

I made the trip to Grand Rapids the first week of Artprize and it was a blast right off the bat. There was an artist party for all the artists that were entered this year and it was the perfect time to mingle, network, and talk about your work. I handed out business cards like it was candy! I spent time talking with other artists and learned about what they do. It was a great opportunity that I couldn't miss out on.

Talking to the other artists that had their entries at the Children's Museum was my favorite moments during my Artprize experience. I got a lot of advice and information about how to publish books, about their art and their past work experience in the field, and received feedback about my own work. It was awesome getting to know the other artists all over Artprize.

What also was a great experience was talking to the public about my work. It was great to tell the story about Jefferson's Talent and a little about my process. I enjoy talking with people about my work and Artprize itself. There is just so much talent that is in the competition.

I've done so much exploring and there is always more to see. If you have a chance to get over to Grand Rapids for Artprize, you should. There is so much talent!

You can check out all the entries at Artprize.org

~Peace