35 Block Parties were held in and around our South Haven community between April 22 and June 7. During that time over 1,000 blocks were decorated by residents who left their visual marks, told stories, expressed feelings, and demonstrated the joy of creating. We connected, shared ideas, laughed, and even cried. Every block is as unique as the individuals who made them. In the coming weeks, I will be sharing "Block Stories" on this blog, highlight the stories behind some o

Artists Sarah Rydecki is planning Block Parties all over South Haven, Michigan. If you are attending one or hosting, here is some information for you to read before you join, only if you choose! Templates and printable templates below. Block Party Prompts and Inspiration “Art connects us to our shared humanity and to our fundamental human need to create.” Krensky, B., & Steffen, S.L. (2009) Your role in this project is to play through art, tell something about yourself in pic

And The Story Begins… Artist Statement 2021 Make A Splash With Trash Back in January, Kerry Hagy contacted us about the possibility of creating two temporary installments with beach trash from a grant she was submitting in cooperation with the Michigan Maritime Museum. We of course were intrigued about this idea and gave our curious nod of approval. As collaborative artists who work primarily with recycling materials, this seemed like a perfect marriage of combining our p

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