Windows GR

02/28/2021

As the artist liaison team of Windows GR, we as Element 7 want to take a moment to extend an overdue apology to Esan Sommersell and address his missing artwork. We sincerely apologize for the mishandling of his art that unfortunately resulted to the piece being stolen. We recognize that our inaction is unacceptable and we are sorry.

In efforts of correcting the situation as best as we can, we would like to offer a reward of $200 if anyone has any information on the whereabouts and safe return of his piece — please visit element7.org/findrecalibrate, email us at [email protected] or call 616.330.3340 — no questions asked.

08/29/2020

08/24/2020

Yo, Windows GR fam! We ain’t done yet!

Curious about who brought you this project? Wanna know what happened with all the art? Wanna get involved with future projects of a similar caliber?

Head on over to the Element 7 page and follow us on our journey! We have an auction that goes live tomorrow! You’ll be able to see all of the amazing artwork from downtown along with our your bid in to own a piece of Grand Rapids History!

More info on our teams page!

08/24/2020

Yo, Windows GR fam! We ain’t done yet!

Curious about who brought you this project? Wanna know what happened with all the art? Wanna get involved with future projects of a similar caliber?

Head on over to the Element 7 page and follow us on our journey! We have an auction that goes live tomorrow! You’ll be able to see all of the amazing artwork from downtown along with our your bid in to own a piece of Grand Rapids History! https://www.facebook.com/Element-7-105375694621866/

More info on our teams page!

08/21/2020

Calling all chalk artists! Downtown Grand Rapids Inc. is putting on an event on September 26th & will be featuring chalk art all around downtown.

This is a paid opportunity. If you’re interested, please reach out to Megan Catcho at [email protected].

Deadline is Monday, August 31st.

08/10/2020

Hello Windows GR ARTIST family!

What we’ve been up to:
As windows finally get replaced and your boards come down the team has been hard at work transporting, storing and coating your paintings with a protectant seal coat to prepare them for the auction event we’ve created to support the artists of Windows GR, Thank you again to everyone who painted with us!

Auction:
Aug 28th 6-10pm: this is a digital event, ARTISTS as the date approaches be sure look out for an email on next steps

Payment:
2nd wave of Checks are in the mail, If you still have not received payment by this week end please send an email to [email protected] so we can get you paid

HELP US IDENTIFY THESE PAINTINGS!
If these are yours or anyone you know please comment or send us a message so we can get your info down and up to date.

07/20/2020

Funds available to help grow Downtown's "placemaking" movement.

07/08/2020

ARTIST BRIEFING DAYS
Wednesday 7/8 @ 11am-5pm
Saturday 7/11 @ 2-7pm
If you haven't already rsvp'd to attend one of our artist briefing days it isn't too late! This is a personal development day to support you as Window GR artists as we prepare for our Auction event in August.
Come by Today until 5pm or this Saturday to...
- get an updated headshot
- receive payment if you haven't received it already
- write an artist statement for your Windows GR painting

If you cannot come, you will receive your check via mail
Please email [email protected] if you have any questions

06/27/2020

https://www.grmag.com/look-feel/artists-respond-to-social-injustice-through-projects-downtown/.

Keep the conversation going! This is not beautification!

Amid the protests, cries for social justice and a need for education, businesses and artists have shown their support for Black Lives Matter through murals and paintings in downtown Grand Rapids.