Tuesday, September 29, 2009
TED: Detroit
Well, this is is just amazing. $20 seats by application only. I won't be applying, but if you're involved in something that you would like to share with the community I highly recommend this event!
Sunday, August 23, 2009
Friday, December 19, 2008
[edit] Everything IS Going To Be OK
"Allowing the auto companies to collapse is not a responsible course of action"
-George W. Bush
A Christmas Miracle!
I got into a heated discussion with someone from elsewhere the other day about what the auto companies mean in Detroit. This person heard where I was from and decided it was an opportunity to wax philosophical on me about their ideas about where the auto businesses made bad business decisions, and how corporate bailouts are unnecessary, so I pretty much flew off the handle.
The reason for my heated response is this, in Detroit, whether we like it or not, the auto industry is our entire cities bloodline. I would love to see Detroit diversify and for new business and manufacturing opportunities to develop here. My interest in corporate bailouts is not based on personal political opinions or abstract ideals, I am interested in the bailouts because of the sobering reality that if these companies went under everyone, and I mean EVERYONE, I know here would suffer.
As is, I already know plenty of people laid off and the effect this has had on the entire Metro Detroit community. If you can't sell your house and your city has no work, what do you do? What do 4.5 million people do? Because if you put such a significant percentage of our areas population out of work, every business in the area would be in danger of collapsing. The auto industry is a significant part of the entire countries labor force, but we're effected on entirely different scale here that I think is hard to even imagine for people elsewhere.
To anyone reading this blog without personal contacts in Detroit, this may not seem like a related topic to my blog, but if you're in Detroit you know what this means.
The bailouts don't solve the much larger issue here, but they keep us alive. As I see it, the issue in Detroit is a problem that has been pervasive for years: when you have a culture of laborers and engineers you lack diversity of ideas. With 4.5 million people in the area, I can guarantee in faith and firm confidence that every solution we need is already here but someone isn't listening. We live in a city with great resources, great people, and a strong legacy of creativity, but we have a culture of cogs in the machine.
Well, if you always do what you've always done, you'll always get what you've always got. This opportunity to turn things around should be a wake up call to everyone: start listening to the ideas that are so crazy they just might work, because no great change has ever started without an inspired idea. I'm sick of seeing practical thinkers short sell our city and businesses of their potential because they don't understand the conceptual truth that unchallenged pragmatism produces consistency, not change.
Detroit is broke and it's time to fix it, for good.
-George W. Bush
A Christmas Miracle!
I got into a heated discussion with someone from elsewhere the other day about what the auto companies mean in Detroit. This person heard where I was from and decided it was an opportunity to wax philosophical on me about their ideas about where the auto businesses made bad business decisions, and how corporate bailouts are unnecessary, so I pretty much flew off the handle.
The reason for my heated response is this, in Detroit, whether we like it or not, the auto industry is our entire cities bloodline. I would love to see Detroit diversify and for new business and manufacturing opportunities to develop here. My interest in corporate bailouts is not based on personal political opinions or abstract ideals, I am interested in the bailouts because of the sobering reality that if these companies went under everyone, and I mean EVERYONE, I know here would suffer.
As is, I already know plenty of people laid off and the effect this has had on the entire Metro Detroit community. If you can't sell your house and your city has no work, what do you do? What do 4.5 million people do? Because if you put such a significant percentage of our areas population out of work, every business in the area would be in danger of collapsing. The auto industry is a significant part of the entire countries labor force, but we're effected on entirely different scale here that I think is hard to even imagine for people elsewhere.
To anyone reading this blog without personal contacts in Detroit, this may not seem like a related topic to my blog, but if you're in Detroit you know what this means.
The bailouts don't solve the much larger issue here, but they keep us alive. As I see it, the issue in Detroit is a problem that has been pervasive for years: when you have a culture of laborers and engineers you lack diversity of ideas. With 4.5 million people in the area, I can guarantee in faith and firm confidence that every solution we need is already here but someone isn't listening. We live in a city with great resources, great people, and a strong legacy of creativity, but we have a culture of cogs in the machine.
Well, if you always do what you've always done, you'll always get what you've always got. This opportunity to turn things around should be a wake up call to everyone: start listening to the ideas that are so crazy they just might work, because no great change has ever started without an inspired idea. I'm sick of seeing practical thinkers short sell our city and businesses of their potential because they don't understand the conceptual truth that unchallenged pragmatism produces consistency, not change.
Detroit is broke and it's time to fix it, for good.
Tuesday, December 16, 2008
Things To Smile About
City Photos:
I don't typically look for photographs of Detroit, but when I came across this set of Flickr photos by Ryan Southen on I was impressed with some of them. Check 'em out.
http://www.ryansouthenphotography.exposuremanager.com/
People Connecting...
I never actually "blog" on this blog because I consider it more of a road map to share links and information rather than thoughts, but I will say this, despite all the bad news coming our way I think it's interesting and hopeful that there are some new creative groups and projects coming together.
I don't know if anyone else read The Devil in the White City, but probably everyone in Detroit should. Half the book explains how Chicago came into being mainly because of the World's Fair and a handful of innovative people that refused to half-ass that endeavor. The other half talks about a serial killer...but my point, and I do have one, is that it's promising to know that innovative people are coming together. So when I see The Detroit Upcoming Artists Guild forming and starting to have shows, and I find out about the Russell Center for Creative Arts, or hear people talking about being extras in movies. It makes me hopeful. There has always been great creative energy in Detroit, but I believe it remains largely disconnected so the talent leaks. The way I see it there is a web beginning to form here, a cultural infrastructure and that's pretty important.
So, here are some things that make me smile:
The Russel, home of the Russel Bazaar
also now houses the non-profit group The Russell Center for Creative Arts (RCCA)
"In these uncertain economic times in Michigan, we believe the best way to forge ahead is by utilizing all of our diverse talents and backgrounds to build a better future."
The Detroit Upcoming Artists Guild, link to their upcoming meetings and events
The Creative Cities Summit, link to Model D's article about the summit
I don't typically look for photographs of Detroit, but when I came across this set of Flickr photos by Ryan Southen on I was impressed with some of them. Check 'em out.
http://www.ryansouthenphotography.exposuremanager.com/
People Connecting...
I never actually "blog" on this blog because I consider it more of a road map to share links and information rather than thoughts, but I will say this, despite all the bad news coming our way I think it's interesting and hopeful that there are some new creative groups and projects coming together.
I don't know if anyone else read The Devil in the White City, but probably everyone in Detroit should. Half the book explains how Chicago came into being mainly because of the World's Fair and a handful of innovative people that refused to half-ass that endeavor. The other half talks about a serial killer...but my point, and I do have one, is that it's promising to know that innovative people are coming together. So when I see The Detroit Upcoming Artists Guild forming and starting to have shows, and I find out about the Russell Center for Creative Arts, or hear people talking about being extras in movies. It makes me hopeful. There has always been great creative energy in Detroit, but I believe it remains largely disconnected so the talent leaks. The way I see it there is a web beginning to form here, a cultural infrastructure and that's pretty important.
So, here are some things that make me smile:
The Russel, home of the Russel Bazaar
also now houses the non-profit group The Russell Center for Creative Arts (RCCA)
"In these uncertain economic times in Michigan, we believe the best way to forge ahead is by utilizing all of our diverse talents and backgrounds to build a better future."
The Detroit Upcoming Artists Guild, link to their upcoming meetings and events
The Creative Cities Summit, link to Model D's article about the summit
Friday, July 11, 2008
Shine On
Jack White of the White Stripes shared his feelings about the D with the Detroit Free Press via poem. Is it really too much to ask to get a full song from the home grown talent?
Really though, I have no hard feelings. This city of ashes has given rise to an impressive array of creative talent and every generation has generated a few shining stars. I'm proud of everyone with the determination to follow their dreams where ever they may lead.
http://blog.wired.com/music/2008/07/jack-white-love.html
http://www.freep.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20080706/ENT04/807060599
Really though, I have no hard feelings. This city of ashes has given rise to an impressive array of creative talent and every generation has generated a few shining stars. I'm proud of everyone with the determination to follow their dreams where ever they may lead.
http://blog.wired.com/music/2008/07/jack-white-love.html
http://www.freep.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20080706/ENT04/807060599
Monday, July 7, 2008
ATTN: Crafters
Detroit Urban Craft Fair is seeking vendors:
Application deadline is August 15
Detroit Urban Craft Fair is November 15, 10 am to 7 pm at the Fillmore in Detroit
http://detroiturbancraftfair.com/
Application deadline is August 15
Detroit Urban Craft Fair is November 15, 10 am to 7 pm at the Fillmore in Detroit
http://detroiturbancraftfair.com/
Wednesday, July 2, 2008
I'm Alive
I haven't updated this blog in a while.
Some random things...
I went to Detroit's River Days and was impressed with how things are looking on the river front. It was a well organized event and the vendors had some interesting stuff. I bought a cute dress.
In other news, I've decided that Model D is officially my favorite news site. I'm a sucker for a good layout, but they pretty much only cover things I'm interested in.
There is a new Detroit Creative Networking site in beta. It's off to an interesting start. Detroit Make it Here
A couple months ago and someone left me a tip that Detroit Rap is a good source for local rap, just saw it.
Twitter is I suppose one of the latest social networking phenomenons, I don't really understand it because it seems you just leave away messages, but apparently some people have twitter meet ups, Tweetups as they say. Might be interesting. http://dtweetups.ning.com/
Deep Canvas is another Detroit based social networking site http://www.deepcanvas.com/
Check those out. I'll blog again at some point. No promises when.
Some random things...
I went to Detroit's River Days and was impressed with how things are looking on the river front. It was a well organized event and the vendors had some interesting stuff. I bought a cute dress.
In other news, I've decided that Model D is officially my favorite news site. I'm a sucker for a good layout, but they pretty much only cover things I'm interested in.
There is a new Detroit Creative Networking site in beta. It's off to an interesting start. Detroit Make it Here
A couple months ago and someone left me a tip that Detroit Rap is a good source for local rap, just saw it.
Twitter is I suppose one of the latest social networking phenomenons, I don't really understand it because it seems you just leave away messages, but apparently some people have twitter meet ups, Tweetups as they say. Might be interesting. http://dtweetups.ning.com/
Deep Canvas is another Detroit based social networking site http://www.deepcanvas.com/
Check those out. I'll blog again at some point. No promises when.
Monday, April 28, 2008
Woo hoo! I Made a Logo
There it is! I have never been very good with graphics so this is pretty much a baby step, but I'm pretty happy with it for now. Hopefully I can make it evolve over time.
Now I just need to work on replacing this blogger template. Blogging is addicting.
Now I just need to work on replacing this blogger template. Blogging is addicting.
Sunday, April 27, 2008
Solar Panels Made in Michigan? Who Knew
Photo from the Uni-Solar Website.
I thought this was interesting.
I have this dream that since our entire downtown needs to be rebuilt anyway that developers will get on board with sustainable responsible building and utilize solar produced electricity. So I was happy to learn this company United Solar Ovonic LLC has it's Global Headquarters operating out of Auburn Hills, Michigan.
Among their projects was the Michigan Alternative and Renewable Energy Center (MAREC) in Grand Rapids.
"The building's underfloor HVAC, electrical, and voice and data systems alone save upwards of 15-20% in energy costs, compared to conventional design," according to LEED Case Studies.
Saturday, April 26, 2008
Detroit Spring Cleaning May 17th
Copied from DetroitMidtown.com :
"Motor City Makeover in Midtown -
Saturday, May 17, 2008 - 9:00 a.m. - Noon
Purpose:
Motor City Makeover is a major city-wide effort to clean up and beautify Detroit. Every year, community organizations like the UCCA participate in this initiative by leading clean-up efforts within their own neighborhoods. This year, UCCA and Wayne State University are partnering together again to lead the clean-up efforts in the Midtown District, and we need your help.
Volunteering for the Motor City Makeover is just one small way that you can help keep Detroit clean. Last year, over 300 volunteers participated and collected over 350 bags of garbage within the Midtown neighborhood. We ask you to join your neighbors, dozens of other businesses, schools, churches, and community groups in supporting the physical maintenance and beautification of Midtown. You provide 3 hours of your time; we provide the cleaning supplies, T-shirts, and lunches.
For more information, contact Susan Mosey at 313.577.5088, or by email: susanmosey@yahoo.com."
Friday, April 25, 2008
Shopping IN Detroit, This Could Be the Start of Something Beautiful
Image taken from eightmile.org
An incoming shopping center!
A bit off the creative topic, but exciting nonetheless an outdoor mall (buzzword: "lifestyle center") called The Shoppes at Gateway Park appear to be under construction near the State Fair Grounds. This is actually taking place south of 8 mile making it a genuine city of Detroit business.
The development is 335,000 square-foot costing somewhere between $80 and 90 million. It is currently scheduled to open in 2009.
Stores on board may include J.C. Penney and Marshalls. I'm not personally a fan of either of these stores, or of the idea of uglifying this earth with more cookie cutter corporate shopping centers, but I'm very glad to see people pouring some more money into the city and I'm sure they will do great business.
Tuesday, April 22, 2008
Video Demonstration of Detroit Light Rail
Watch the future unfold below:
Gas prices excluded, here's my number one reason to support better and increased mass transit in Detroit: reading during your commute to work beats the hell out of swearing at the driver in front of you. For two years I relied on walking, taking the bus, or train in Chicago and it was AWESOME. It gave me extra time to wake up and get my head together. I always felt my days started better because of it.
Read more about this exciting news at Model D
Gas prices excluded, here's my number one reason to support better and increased mass transit in Detroit: reading during your commute to work beats the hell out of swearing at the driver in front of you. For two years I relied on walking, taking the bus, or train in Chicago and it was AWESOME. It gave me extra time to wake up and get my head together. I always felt my days started better because of it.
Read more about this exciting news at Model D
Happy Earth Day
I'm normally not very environmentally conscientious, but I'm trying to change that this year. Watching An Inconvenient Truth scared the apathy out of me.
I bought my reusable grocery bags and decided I was going to support some sort of actually green focused company by doing so rather than buying them at meijer/kroger or the likes. (I got mine here, but it's not local)
Find recycling centers in your area.
Head to the parks on the east side and enjoy the beautiful weather.
I bought my reusable grocery bags and decided I was going to support some sort of actually green focused company by doing so rather than buying them at meijer/kroger or the likes. (I got mine here, but it's not local)
Find recycling centers in your area.
Head to the parks on the east side and enjoy the beautiful weather.
Sunday, April 20, 2008
Attempt to Find Detroit Hip Hop
On a whim I started looking for hip hop and rap links. It's not my scene, but I was curious why I've never heard anything about a local hip hop/rap scene.
Is it that underappreciated? I mean Eminem didn't pop up out of a vacuum so there's a bit of a mystery here.
So, I admittedly know nothing about these genres, but stumbling about I came across the following:
I really liked this. Specifically I like the beat in the back. (The track I liked was "Cash Rules" by Chief, should automatically play)
I'd recommend giving these a listen:
Guilty Simpson "Ode to the Ghetto"
Trick Trick's "F%$! the Police"
Once I stopped cringing as a result of the anger I was hearing, there was something to these that I liked. This isn't your garden variety "bling and ho's" radio rap, these guys have a genuine voice.
I'll try to keep my eye out for more as I blog.
Is it that underappreciated? I mean Eminem didn't pop up out of a vacuum so there's a bit of a mystery here.
So, I admittedly know nothing about these genres, but stumbling about I came across the following:
I really liked this. Specifically I like the beat in the back. (The track I liked was "Cash Rules" by Chief, should automatically play)
I'd recommend giving these a listen:
Guilty Simpson "Ode to the Ghetto"
Trick Trick's "F%$! the Police"
Once I stopped cringing as a result of the anger I was hearing, there was something to these that I liked. This isn't your garden variety "bling and ho's" radio rap, these guys have a genuine voice.
I'll try to keep my eye out for more as I blog.
Flickr Photos from Downtown
I came across these gorgeous photos taken by Sweet Juniper amongst the ruins downtown.
The story behind the photos. Read about the Detroit Public Schools Book Depository here.
PBS "Car of the Future" Airs 8 PM Apr 22
Ok, so we're all sick to death of cars, but I want to remember to watch this.
(on topic: here's a cautionary tale on bio fuels that i found interesting.)
Ann Arbor Artisan Market Apr 20
EARTH DAY, APRIL 20
The Ann Arbor Sunday Artisan Market will celebrate Earth DayCopied from their site: http://www.artisanmarket.org/
2008 on Sunday April 20 with the artwork of 50-plus local and
regional artists, many of whom feature earth-friendly themes and
materials, and informational booths on community-based "green"
programs and practices.
Among the day's guests will be:
representatives of the Get Downtown commuter transportation
initiative; People's Food Co-op programs, supporting local organic
farmers and sustainable agricultural practices; Recycle Ann Arbor's
Re-Use Center, which encourages "shopping used first"; Lodi Farms
Nursery; The Ecology Center; Washtenaw County Environmental
Planning (water and soil management); Vespa of Ann Arbor (green
urban transportation); the City of Ann Arbor Public Services (water
gardens); other local ecology programs.
Earth Day Dinner Apr 22
I blatantly ripped this from the Sustainable Detroit event list but here's the info:
Earth Day Dinner
Date: Tuesday, April 22, 2008
Time: 6:00 PM until 8:00 PM
Description:
The Capuchin Soup Kitchen and its urban garden ministry, Earthworks, will be commemorating Earth Day, April 22, 6-8 pm, with a dinner featuring local foods and speakers discussing community-based food and farm related initiatives around Southeast Michigan. Dinner tickets are $45 per person. The meal will feature delicious dishes prepared with all local foods. Advance purchase of tickets is necessary. Please call 313-579-2100, ext 204 to purchase tickets by phone.
Capuchin Soup Kitchen
1264 Meldrum
Detroit, MI
Earth Day Dinner
Date: Tuesday, April 22, 2008
Time: 6:00 PM until 8:00 PM
Description:
The Capuchin Soup Kitchen and its urban garden ministry, Earthworks, will be commemorating Earth Day, April 22, 6-8 pm, with a dinner featuring local foods and speakers discussing community-based food and farm related initiatives around Southeast Michigan. Dinner tickets are $45 per person. The meal will feature delicious dishes prepared with all local foods. Advance purchase of tickets is necessary. Please call 313-579-2100, ext 204 to purchase tickets by phone.
Capuchin Soup Kitchen
1264 Meldrum
Detroit, MI
Cool Projects: Green Map Detroit
In anticipation of Earth Day I'll be posting a few extra Green links as I find them.
http://www.detroitgreenmap.org/
From the site:
Using adaptable tools and a shared visual language of Green Map Icons to highlight green living resources, Green Maps cultivate citizen participation and community sustainability.
The Green Map System is a global eco-cultural movement, energized by local knowledge, action and responsibility.
http://www.detroitgreenmap.org/
From the site:
Using adaptable tools and a shared visual language of Green Map Icons to highlight green living resources, Green Maps cultivate citizen participation and community sustainability.
The Green Map System is a global eco-cultural movement, energized by local knowledge, action and responsibility.
Help Preserve Historical Buildings Downtown
Donate if you can to Cityscape Detroit to save historical buildings downtown.
http://www.cityscapedetroit.org/donate.php
Thursday, April 17, 2008
Draw and Drink in Hamtramck April 17
Tonight
April 17
Dr. Sketchy in Detroit (Hamtramck)
I had to do a little research on this since I've never heard of Dr. Sketchy, so for anyone else who hasn't heard of this here is the deal:
Dr. Sketchy's Anti Art School is an event of sorts, of the sketching sort to be exact. How is sketching an event you ask? Well, I wasn't sure either.
Apparently you can bring your drawing materials to the venue, in our case the Hamtramck bar The Belmont, and there is a live model that you get to sketch like a figure drawing class. Tonight's model is local musician Zachariah Griffin.
The Belmont (bar)
Joseph Campu, Downtown Hamtramck
7pm - 11pm - Tonight
$5 to draw
I'll be busy wrestling my inner demons for the next few hours to see if I can gather the courage to go to this.
Uninsured? Counties help with prescription costs.
I just discovered at the Troy Library a Oakland County Prescription Discount card!
If you have poor coverage or no insurance I recommend checking this out.
For more information about this National Association of Counties program.
Participating counties in Michigan:
Alpena County
Branch County
Cheboygan County
Macomb County
Montmorency County
Newaygo County
Oakland County
Oscoda County
I suggest heading over to your public library if you live in one of these counties and picking up a card (mine was by the flyers of events). If your county is not participating I encourage you to find out why.
If you have poor coverage or no insurance I recommend checking this out.
For more information about this National Association of Counties program.
Participating counties in Michigan:
Alpena County
Branch County
Cheboygan County
Macomb County
Montmorency County
Newaygo County
Oakland County
Oscoda County
I suggest heading over to your public library if you live in one of these counties and picking up a card (mine was by the flyers of events). If your county is not participating I encourage you to find out why.
Doc Film Downtown April 19th
The Detroit Film Center is hosting a screening of the 2007 Documentary A Dream in Doubt.
Documentary film by Tami Yeager
Saturday, April 19 - 7pm, doors at 6pm
$5 General Admission
For directions or more info click here.
Documentary film by Tami Yeager
Saturday, April 19 - 7pm, doors at 6pm
$5 General Admission
For directions or more info click here.
Behind the Scenes at the DIA April 18
For anyone interested, there is a behind the scenes tour of the DIA offered tomorrow. Last I heard there might still be space available.
When: 4pm-10pm
Where: DIA, but the tour might leave from PCCA in Rochester
What: Private Conservation tour of our fabulous Art Institute
Cost: $75, but the PCCA calendar lists it for $25. I'm not sure if the lower price is a typo or markdown.
More info.
When: 4pm-10pm
Where: DIA, but the tour might leave from PCCA in Rochester
What: Private Conservation tour of our fabulous Art Institute
Cost: $75, but the PCCA calendar lists it for $25. I'm not sure if the lower price is a typo or markdown.
More info.
Modernism Exhibition in Southfield April 18-20
Interested in vintage? Art Nouveau/Art Deco goodies and more will be showcased at this event in Southfield this weekend. More info.
Wednesday, April 16, 2008
Rate Everything! Yelp in Detroit
While in Chicago I became addicted to this site and was surprised to see so few Detroiters use it. Yelp is a website that allows user reviews of restaurants, shops.
www.yelp.com
www.yelp.com
Listen to Dalai Lama Live in A2 April 20
The Dalai Lama is coming to Ann Arbor April 20th for a show and it's sold out!
I was devastated when I learned about this, but my spirits perked up a little when I heard that I could listen live to the event here.
Whether one believes in a religion or not, and whether one believes in rebirth or not, there isn't anyone who doesn't appreciate kindness and compassion.
He reminds me of buddy christ in this pic which made me laugh.
Lonely Freelancers Unite! Jelly Detroit Chapter
I just heard about this gem on craigslist the other day.
What is Jelly? from Amit Gupta on Vimeo.
Publish Post
The video is of course from another chapter, but a few brave soles are starting the Detroit chapter of Jelly. I'm not a member, but I appreciate the idea. If you work from home and are interested in joining I suggest you check this out.
What is Jelly? from Amit Gupta on Vimeo.
Publish Post
The video is of course from another chapter, but a few brave soles are starting the Detroit chapter of Jelly. I'm not a member, but I appreciate the idea. If you work from home and are interested in joining I suggest you check this out.
Buy Locally on Etsy.com
Etsy.com is my latest obsession. It combines my two favorite things: art and shopping!
The site founded in 2005 is rapidly growing as artisans and crafters everywhere open shop with the company. It provides an online virtual store with an easy to search interface. Whether you are looking to sell or buy I highly recommend checking this site out.
http://www.etsy.com/shop_local.php
Search Detroit to support local artists!
The site founded in 2005 is rapidly growing as artisans and crafters everywhere open shop with the company. It provides an online virtual store with an easy to search interface. Whether you are looking to sell or buy I highly recommend checking this site out.
http://www.etsy.com/shop_local.php
Search Detroit to support local artists!
Plymouth Green Festival May 3
Sounds like fun!
What: Green Street Fair
Where: Downtown Plymouth, Michigan
When: May 3 and 4th
http:/www.greenstreetfair.com/
Thursday, April 26, 2007
Art Centers
Birmingham Art Center
Paint Creek Center for the Arts Rochester
Arts and Scraps Detroit
Anton Art Center Mount Clemens
Ann Arbor Art Center
Paint Creek Center for the Arts Rochester
Arts and Scraps Detroit
Anton Art Center Mount Clemens
Ann Arbor Art Center
Detroit Area Art Galleries
Ann Arbor
555 Gallery Ann Arbor
The Gallery Project Ann Arbor
Birmingham
Robert Kidd Gallery
Art Space II
Detroit
4731 Gallery Detroit
C Pop Gallery Detroit
Zeitgeist Gallery Detroit
Ferndale
Lemberg Gallery
Susanne Hilberry Gallery
Next Step
Hamtramck
Pr1mary Space Hamtramck
Windsor, Ontario, Canada
Art Cite
555 Gallery Ann Arbor
The Gallery Project Ann Arbor
Birmingham
Robert Kidd Gallery
Art Space II
Detroit
4731 Gallery Detroit
C Pop Gallery Detroit
Zeitgeist Gallery Detroit
Ferndale
Lemberg Gallery
Susanne Hilberry Gallery
Next Step
Hamtramck
Pr1mary Space Hamtramck
Windsor, Ontario, Canada
Art Cite
Wednesday, April 25, 2007
Links
Art
Hamtramck Art Collective
Motosoul Hip Hop Collaborative
Handmade Detroit
Design Sponge Detroit City Guide
Utrecht Art Supplies DetroitBlog,MySpace
Fashion
Detroit Fashion Pages
Film
DIA Film Theatre
Detroit Film Center
Super House
Detroit Film Society
Thought Collide
Green
Local Green
Sustainable Detroit Calendar
MI Green Safe Products
Museums
Museum Guide
Music
Dirty Mitten
Detroit Radio Online
News
Model D
Detroit Independent
List D
Council C
metromode
theDetroiter | Create Detroit
Hour
Photography
Flickr: Exposure Detroit (photos of detroit)
Detroit Focus (detroit photography resource)
Theatre
Encore Michigan
Writing
Metro Detroit Creative Writers
Other
Detroit Midtown
Hamtramck Star
Creative Energy Alliance
Local Blogs
D Townie
Girl in the D
Detroit Metblogs
It Came from Culture City
What's Happening In Detroit
Hamtramck Art Collective
Motosoul Hip Hop Collaborative
Handmade Detroit
Design Sponge Detroit City Guide
Utrecht Art Supplies DetroitBlog,MySpace
Fashion
Detroit Fashion Pages
Film
DIA Film Theatre
Detroit Film Center
Super House
Detroit Film Society
Thought Collide
Green
Local Green
Sustainable Detroit Calendar
MI Green Safe Products
Museums
Museum Guide
Music
Dirty Mitten
Detroit Radio Online
News
Model D
Detroit Independent
List D
Council C
metromode
theDetroiter | Create Detroit
Hour
Photography
Flickr: Exposure Detroit (photos of detroit)
Detroit Focus (detroit photography resource)
Theatre
Encore Michigan
Writing
Metro Detroit Creative Writers
Other
Detroit Midtown
Hamtramck Star
Creative Energy Alliance
Local Blogs
D Townie
Girl in the D
Detroit Metblogs
It Came from Culture City
What's Happening In Detroit
About Creative Metro Detroit
I started this blog in April 2008 in order to organize information I've been collecting about the creative scene in Detroit.
This blog mainly focuses on arts related events and a few green efforts. This focus is based on my personal interests. Having lived elsewhere for 8 years I find the creative scene in this area very elusive. However, this isn't just about me. I want to share the information and events that interest me in the hopes of helping like-minded people connect to information and resources that may have escaped them otherwise.
Coming back to this city with the fresh eyes of an outsider, but the appreciation of a native I have finally been able to appreciate the true potential of this city. I think that all of the efforts to rebuild buildings and communities, and any other struggles we face to bring this city back are very dependent on our generosity.
This blog may be a minuscule and seemingly insignificant contribution, but I hope that no matter how small this effort, it can still help to bridge a few connections. Maybe it is naive, but I believe it can.
Enjoy!
Rebecca
This blog mainly focuses on arts related events and a few green efforts. This focus is based on my personal interests. Having lived elsewhere for 8 years I find the creative scene in this area very elusive. However, this isn't just about me. I want to share the information and events that interest me in the hopes of helping like-minded people connect to information and resources that may have escaped them otherwise.
Coming back to this city with the fresh eyes of an outsider, but the appreciation of a native I have finally been able to appreciate the true potential of this city. I think that all of the efforts to rebuild buildings and communities, and any other struggles we face to bring this city back are very dependent on our generosity.
This blog may be a minuscule and seemingly insignificant contribution, but I hope that no matter how small this effort, it can still help to bridge a few connections. Maybe it is naive, but I believe it can.
Enjoy!
Rebecca
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