Stories tagged with "indianapolis art"

Fine-art galleries get creative to stay afloat amid economic gloom by Konrad.Marshall

Risky business Fine-art galleries get creative to stay afloat amid economic gloom What does it take to survive as a fine-art gallery in Indianapolis? Museums have a lot going for... – Apr 03, 2009 at 5:50 PM in Arts

iMOCA matures along with city's appreciation for art by Konrad.Marshall

For an entity that began as little more than an idea – no address, no physical presence, no collection, no home – the Indianapolis Museum of Contemporary Art has... – Jan 30, 2009 at 4:39 PM in Arts

Faces: Artist and musician Mike Graves - Video included by Konrad.Marshall

The slogan on Mike Graves’ pigment-smeared T-shirt says, “I would rather be painting,” which seems perfect, given his outlook on art. “I knew it was one... – Jan 27, 2009 at 4:06 PM in Arts

Artist, gallery owner share a breakthrough by Indy.com Staff

Gallery owner Evan Lurie searches worldwide for artistic talent, but his latest discovery simply walked in the door. In July, Indianapolis painter and furniture designer Jason... – Sep 11, 2008 at 4:35 PM in Talk

Fall arts guide: Reporters' top 5 picks most recent comment by Jon Silpayamanant

"Folk Arts Troupe of China's Jiangsu Province"... – Sep 09, 2008 at 2:31 AM

Popular Monon Trail becomes art haven by Indy.com Staff

When he was a boy, Jeff Martin and his friends used to hop on their bikes and ride around rural Shelby County, looking at old grain silos. Now a sculptor, Martin wants cyclists --... – Aug 14, 2008 at 4:35 PM in Talk

Art projects involve Indy residents in beautification efforts by Konrad.Marshall

If one were to paint the recent history of Indianapolis' Near-Eastside, the images would include boarded-up buildings, dilapidated landmarks like the old Rivoli Theater and, more... – Aug 01, 2008 at 3:17 PM in Talk

Explore 'Mass Transit' with open mind by Indy.com Staff

Chakaia Booker prefers that viewers of her work draw their own conclusions based on both the installations themselves and individual reactions to them. "Each one holds a different... – Jul 11, 2008 at 12:11 PM in Talk

Artful retreads: Works created from tires form Indy's next public sculpture display by Indy.com Staff

Chakaia Booker wants to have a conversation with Indianapolis-area residents through an object deeply ingrained in the city's racing history. And she's using tires to get that... – Jul 11, 2008 at 12:03 PM in Talk

Egyptian artifacts to debut at IMA by Indy.com Staff

While the debate over whether Indianapolis can attract young professionals rages on, its ability to lure incredibly old people is no longer in question. Case in point: Demetrios,... – Jul 10, 2008 at 6:00 PM in Talk

Washington Post Article About Indianapolis Art Scene most recent comment by Christopher Lloyd

Thanks for the link, Drinky. I'll read it on my... – Jun 11, 2008 at 9:40 AM

Harlem Goes West: Blacks also starred in Westerns by Indy.com Staff

As actors, what do John Wayne, Sidney Poitier, Danny Glover and Will Smith have in common? They've all starred in American Westerns -- but most people associate only Wayne with the... – May 22, 2008 at 4:28 PM in Talk

Fountain Square procession is part of IMA exhibit by Konrad.Marshall

It's hard to say what constitutes an "art parade." When people think "parade," they're likely to imagine Shriner cars, blow-up cartoon characters or celebrities in convertibles,... – Apr 24, 2008 at 6:01 PM in Talk

Wrap your head around these fiber creations most recent comment by middlewest

Great overview of a cool topic. I love the... – Apr 24, 2008 at 6:40 PM

Q&A: Art show organizer John Beeler by Konrad.Marshall

Sometimes, constraints inspire creativity. Overcoming limitations and borders, flourishing in spite -- or because -- of them is part and parcel of the artistic mission. It also is... – Apr 23, 2008 at 3:18 PM in Talk

IMA to get 50 works of contemporary art most recent comment by Allison

Very cool, look forward to seeing this one. – Apr 11, 2008 at 3:08 PM