Although developer Bob Israels could seek a variance to keep the mural, he said he will find a new home for it instead.
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Although developer Bob Israels could seek a variance to keep the mural, he said he will find a new home for it instead.
ArtPrize originally hoped to keep the winning piece under the auspices of the nonprofit organization.
Michael Kaiser, president of the John F. Kennedy Center for Performing Arts, praised the event as “an innovative new arts project that has electrified the city and the region.”
The painting went on display this morning at the Grand Rapids Art Museum, where it will remain through the end of January.
The Brooklyn, New York artist had the only painting among the top 10 finalists.
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ArtPrize, opening today with 1,262 pieces of art in 159 venues, is just the latest example of this city’s artistic ambitions.