Akron Art Prize

10/02/2016

5th annual Akron Art Prize winners announced

5th annual Akron Art Prize winners announced. A total of $16,000 awarded to seven artists.

09/09/2016

Events - Akron Art Prize

Did you know, you can look for art-related events happening throughout the month of Akron Art Prize on the app and through the Events tab on the website, http://www.akronartprize.org/events/

We're talking events that include live music, curator talks, and hands-on workshops.

09/06/2016

Akron Art Prize voting kicks off Saturday at Summit Artspace (photos)

More great press about #AkronArtPrize16. Thanks for the article, cleveland.com! We had a great kick off event on Saturday and look forward to a great month.

http://www.cleveland.com/akron/index.ssf/2016/09/akron_art_prize_voting_kicks_o.html

Akron Art Prize voting runs Sept. 3 through Oct. 1. The annual contest, now in its fifth year, enables the community to view and digitally select a favorite visual creation by an area artist. See the entries.

09/02/2016

Akron Art Prize kicks off Sept. 3, features all entries under one roof - Akronist

Countdown: One more day until the kick off of Akron Art Prize. Thank you to the The Akronist for the great article.

Have you downloaded the app yet? Voting starts at 5 p.m. tomorrow.

http://akronist.com/akron-art-prize-features-entries-one-roof/

The Akron Art Prize truly represents the voice of the community, as it’s one of the only area art contest that’s not determined by juried votes. This year’s Art Prize kicks off Saturday, Sept. 3 and for the first year, all of the entries will be in one building: Summit Artspace. “Akron Art Prize is…

08/30/2016

Akron Art Prize Voting Begins This Weekend

The word is out. Thanks to Cleveland Scene Magazine for an awesome article about #AkronArtPrize16. See you on Saturday!

http://www.clevescene.com/scene-and-heard/archives/2016/08/30/akron-art-prize-voting-begins-this-weekend

Voting for the fifth annual Akron Art Prize begins with an opening night reception from 5 to 9 p.m. this Saturday, Sept. 3. This year’s...

08/25/2016

#akronartprize16 • Instagram photos and videos

Do you Instagram or follow other artists?

#AkronArtPrize16 on social media to document your experience and share with others.

https://www.instagram.com/explore/tags/akronartprize16/

Photos and videos with the hashtag ‘akronartprize16’ on Instagram

08/18/2016

How to Hang Your Painting Using Wire and D-Rings

Don't forget to patronize your local businesses that can sort out installation issues with you, like Pat Catan's, Michael's or Home Depot.

Wires are needed for all 2D pieces to be displayed.
http://painting.about.com/od/howtoframepaintings/ss/hang-painting.htm

Hanging a painting is easy with wire and D-Rings. This step-by-step demo shows you what you need and walks you through the process.

08/16/2016

Akron library’s ‘maker space’ boasts 3-D printer, laser engraver, recording equipment and more

Artists: Are you looking for a vinyl cutter or 3D print resource? Right in your back urban garden, Akron Main Library:

http://www.ohio.com/business/akron-library-s-maker-space-boasts-3-d-printer-laser-engraver-recording-equipment-and-more-1.691223#

Tom Crain says he is a self-employed “baby boomer trying to reinvent himself,” doing public relations, creating community events and writing copy.

08/02/2016

Swing by Maiden Lane downtown on Sunday, August 14 for the next Akron Farm and Flea Market. You're sure to find treats, treasures, and trends all rolled into one afternoon.

07/27/2016

Histories: Quantum Ghost - Akron Art Prize

A splash of color was included in Unbox Akron's latest special delivery. Those who subscribe, receive small wonders from in and around town, and in the latest box, was a portion of Jeremy Brandon Jenkins's painting from the 2015 Akron Art Prize.

Click on the link to see what portion you have in your collection: http://www.akronartprize.org/entries/histories-quantum-ghost.864

To Vote: download the app! Turn on your location settings, log in to the app, get your voter pin ID, and enjoy the artwork.

07/18/2016

The Maker Sessions: Crafting Your Creative Business / Presented by Burton D. Morgan Foundation /...

Attn. artists! Sign up, learn lots, and activate your futures.

The Maker Sessions: It’s just another way that we at Crafty Mart are assisting our vendor partners to successfully reach their dreams, by providing a continual resource to help them run the business side of things. The Education Division of Crafty Mart, with the support of Burton D. Morgan Foundatio...