DEARBORN, Michigan – The 2012 Midwest Sculpture Initiative (MSI), sponsored by the Dearborn Community Fund, is accepting entries for the 2012 Visual Arts and Writing Contest. The deadline for submission of all entries is February 29.
The contest is open to artists and writers of all ages. If offers first, second and third place awards and honorable mention recognition.
Gateway (‘Spiral the Gate’) by Ray Katz – July 4th, 2011 at Michigan and Military in Dearborn
Artwork and writings must be inspired by one or more of the 12 MSI sculptures located in the East and West Dearborn areas and on the grounds of the Ford Community & Performing Arts Center (The Center). Additional information about the sculptures, locations and entry requirements can be found at www.dearborncommunityfund.org or by contacting the Dearborn Community Fund office at 313-943-5478.
Selected artwork and writings will be showcased at the March 28 “Multi-Arts Night” program which begins at 7:30 p.m. in Studio A at The Center located at 15801 Michigan Ave., Dearborn. The program is open to the public at no charge.
The Midwest Sculpture Initiative is a project of the Dearborn Community Fund with support from the East Dearborn and West Dearborn Downtown Development Authorities. The Dearborn Community Fund provides and promotes financial and volunteer resources in support of arts, recreational and cultural programs that directly impact the community.