Discover Detroit Art

Drawing in the Galleries: American Galleries
2023-03-10 18:00 - 20:30 (America/Detroit) | Detroit Institute of Arts, 5200 Woodward Avenue, Detroit, MI, 48202, United States
Create a pencil drawing to take home while taking a closer look at the collection. No experience is necessary. All supplies provided.
For ages 6 – Adult (children ages 12 and younger should be accompanied by an adult). Capacity is limited.
Free with general admission
*General museum admission is FREE for residents of Wayne, Oakland, and Macomb counties.
Location:
In the Museum
5200 Woodward Ave
Detroit, MI 48202

AMONGST FRIENDS - Solo Art Exhibition by Phillip Simpson
2023-03-11 12:00 - 18:00 | HARPER ART GALLERIES OF ART & INTERIORS, 173 E Grand Blvd, Detroit, MI, 48207
AMONGST FRIENDS
Solo Art Exhibition by Phillip Simpson
Friday
March 10th at @harpergoaai
1pm to 6pm
Saturday March 11th
Noon to 6pm
*Ring doorbell to enter

CORKTOWN STUDIOS 11th ANNIVERSARY EXHIBIT
2023-03-12 12:00 - 17:00 | Corktown Studios, 2707 14th Street, Detroit, MI, 48216, United States
Eleven years and just getting started. Corktown Studios will be open during the annual Corktown St. Patrick’s festivities on Sunday March 12th showcasing what they’ve been up to over the last year. Swing by anytime from 12-5pm!

Guest Artist Workshop: Risograph Printing with Rachel Delmotte
2023-03-18 12:00 - 16:00, 2023-03-19 12:00 - 16:00 | Detroit Institute of Arts, 5200 Woodward Avenue, Detroit, MI, 48202, United States
Learn about the history and contemporary applications of Risograph, alongside a printmaking demonstration with Detroit artist Rachel Delmotte. Participants will experiment with analog mark-making techniques to create their own riso print to take home.
Materials and supplies are provided, and all levels of experience are welcome.
Free with general admission
*General museum admission is FREE for residents of Wayne, Oakland, and Macomb counties.
Location:
Art-Making Studio
5200 Woodward Ave
Detroit, MI 48202

Breaking Mews by Zebra Mane - Artist Talk
2023-03-18 16:00 - 18:00 | M Contemporary Art, 205 E 9 Mile Rd, Ferndale, MI, 48220
“Breaking Mews” by @zebra_mane is on view in Created Equal through March 18.
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Artist Talk and Closing reception 3/18, 4-6pm

Guest Artist: Signal-Return Pop Up Print Shop
2023-03-19 12:00 - 16:00 | Detroit Institute of Arts, 5200 Woodward Avenue, Detroit, MI, 48202, United States
Signal-Return will be popping up in Prentis Court to celebrate the exhibition Printmaking in the 21st Century and provide visitors with a chance to learn a bit about the letterpress printmaking process and create a print of their own to take home.
Signal-Return is a Detroit nonprofit dedicated to preserving and teaching traditional letterpress printing, and building a community center for art, craft, design and collaboration.
*Free with general admission
*General museum admission is FREE for residents of Wayne, Oakland, and Macomb counties.

FUTURE OF BUSINESS
2023-03-23 17:30 - 19:00 | Venture X, 220 West Congress St. 2ND Floor, Detroit, MI, 48226
An evening of networking with Detroit businesses, founders, builders, innovators, engineers, developers and more. Connect with executives that have implemented blockchain technology into their business & businesses that are paving the future. Learn what a Smart Contract is & how to utilize it within your business!
Join us as we highlight a few women making a difference in Detroit on our Speaker’s list for Women History Month!

VIP Meet & Greet, Hor’dourves by the chefs at The Shelby Detroit , Wine & Sake – 430 – 5 PM (Tickets Only)

SPEAKERS – 5:30 PM:

Moderated by: Elizabeth Hansson – Blockchain Exploration Corp, CTO
Blockchain CTO, University of Michigan Science alumnus, software engineer, and one of our organizers here at the Michigan Ethereum MeetUp! Since 2017, Elizabeth has been leading the development of cutting-edge applications in the Ethereum Blockchain space. Projects in her portfolio include a unique marketplace for NFTs minted with live data, a decentralized exchange, and a full feature Blockchain explorer. Motivated in making Blockchain & technology tools more accessible.

Marsai Matchett – Detroit Ledger Tech, Director of Operations
As Director of Operations she manages and improves blockchain networks by handling infrastructure, organizing communities, developing software products, and incubating potential business ideas. In 2016, she ended her 12 + year career in the luxury fashion industry to enter the world of technology through fintech, working as Director of Customer Success at Benzinga and has been unstoppable ever since. She has volunteered and partnered with local community initiatives, supporting technology education, and training programs.

Jenny B – Ford, Program Manager
With a M.S. in Electrical Engineering, her role at Ford is to make sure all electrical systems, modules, apps, and wiring will be delivered on time per program milestones. The industry focus is heading towards autonomous vehicles, BEV vehicles, and any other environmental friendly smart vehicles.

Yevgeny Khessin – DIMO, CTO/Co-Founder
Yevgeny has spent a decade as an software engineer in the automotive world with a focus on distributed connected vehicle systems. He has worked across the largest vehicle OEMs, built dispatch and fleet management software for autonomous vehicles and helped connect millions of cars to the internet. DIMO is building an open platform for connected vehicles, enabling people to collect and own their mobility data. Leveraging web3 primitives, we are creating digital identities for cars, drivers and trips that put the driver in control of how their data is used. By making vehicle data more accessible to developers, we are empowering people to create next-gen mobility apps and services.

Shanlee Soubjaki – Matt O – Max Broock Realty, Senior Commercial Real Estate Investment Advisor
Currently an Investment Advisor with the Matt O team at Max Broock Realtors, racking in 32 years of experience in real estate and has flipped over 43 properties since the age of 20.

6:15 PM: SMART CONTRACTS 101

Andy Mazzola – Solidity Developer, Teller Finance
At Teller Finance, Andy builds lending software for the ethereum blockchain. With 5 years of experience building Ethereum smart contracts and 2 years as a professional solidity developer. Free time is spent customizing smart contracts and collecting digital art.

630 PM: NETWORKING

Drinks x Design: Industrial Product Design
2023-03-31 08:00 - 17:00 | College For Creative Studies, 201 East Kirby, Detroit, MI
Design Core Detroit and College for Creative Studies is highlighting Detroit’s Industrial Product Design on Thursday, June 8th at the CCS Ford campus from 5:30pm – 8:30pm.
The Glass Art Society will be joining us by featuring the global glass community to celebrate community, collaboration and crossover in the Motor City.
College for Creative Studies is among the nation’s leading colleges of art and design. A world-class institution that not only gives you the knowledge to become a great designer, but also the experience to prove it through your work
Attendees will be able to tour specific spaces and learn more about what it takes to design, manufacture, and package the products we use every day. In addition, there will be pop-up displays and installations by Detroit designers.

Comerica Hatch Detroit Contest Top 10 Reveal
2023-04-04 17:00 - 19:00 | TechTown Detroit, 440 Burroughs Street, Detroit, MI, 48202, United States
Top 10 Reveal | Tuesday, April 4

Small Businesses. Big impact.

The moment we’ve all been waiting for is here! After a rigorous selection process, the Top 10 semifinalists of the 2023 Comerica Hatch Detroit Contest by TechTown will be announced. Join us, and be the first to meet the contestants!
5 – 5:45 p.m. | Sneak Peek Meet & Greet Happy Hour
This talk show-style fireside chat is your chance to meet the Top 10 semifinalists and ask questions about their business: how and why they got started, where and why they want to be in your neighborhood, and what it would mean if they win. Note: seating capacity is limited. The Meet, Mix & Mingle Open House will immediately follow.
6 – 8 p.m. | Meet, Mix & Mingle Open House
Mix and mingle with the Top 10 semifinalists, and learn about their businesses. Stop by the Open House anytime; come as you are, and bring the whole family!
Details
Tickets are free with a suggested donation to support Hatch Detroit and TechTown. The event will feature a cash bar (all drinks $5) and complimentary small bites provided by Hatch alumni businesses.
ABOUT THE CONTEST
The Comerica Hatch Detroit Contest by TechTown is a retail competition that gives savvy entrepreneurs the chance to win a $100,000 cash grant and package of in-kind services to open up their brick-and-mortar storefront in Detroit, Hamtramck or Highland Park.
Learn more about the Comerica Hatch Detroit Contest by TechTown at hatchdetroit.com.

Intro to Coding Workshop
2023-04-04 18:00 - 20:00, 2023-04-12 18:00 - 20:00, 2023-04-18 18:00 - 20:00, 2023-04-25 18:00 - 20:00, 2023-05-02 18:00 - 20:00, 2023-05-09 18:00 - 20:00, 2023-05-16 18:00 - 20:00, 2023-05-23 18:00 - 20:00 and 2 more dates | Grand Circus, 1570 Woodward Ave Level 3, Detroit, MI, 48226
Virtual Event – Intro to Coding Workshop
At Grand Circus, we believe anyone can be a developer; you too can learn to code and launch a career in technology.
This FREE Intro to Coding Workshop is open to everyone and is designed for those who are curious about coding, but who have very little or no coding experience. Never seen a line of code before? No problem! Basic computer knowledge is required–that’s it.
During this remote intro to coding workshop, students will be coding right along with their instructors; it is very hands-on. You will be working within a code editing website (repl.it) while you’re video chatting and learning with the instructor in Zoom.
What do you need for this class?

A computer with Google Chrome downloaded on it
A free repl.it account (set this up before class, it takes a little time)
A free zoom.us account
A willingness to learn something new

Who should take this class?

Anyone interested in attending a Grand Circus Bootcamp
Anyone interested in writing their first line of code
Anyone brand new to coding or people who want to brush up on their skills

When is Intro to Coding offered?

Tuesdays from 6 – 8 pm
The first Saturday of each month from 9 – 11 am

Our workshops are taught by Grand Circus alumni who made the jump into a tech career. They are a wealth of knowledge about all things Grand Circus and the tech community – and they love to talk about both! Once you complete this workshop, you will have a solid understanding of next steps to become a developer through attending a Grand Circus Bootcamp.
Looking to register for our other workshops? You can do so here.

Drinks x Design: Fashion + Accessories
2023-04-06 17:30 - 20:30 | Durfee Innovation Society, 2470 Collingwood Street, Detroit, MI, 48206
In partnership with Life Remodeled, Design Core Detroit is celebrating fashion and accessories on Thursday, April 6th at Durfee Innovation Society from 5:30pm – 8:30pm.
Life Remodeled has repurposed the former Durfee Elementary-Middle school building into the “Durfee Innovation Society,” which is a hub of opportunity for children, students and adults. They created a dynamic environment for the best and brightest nonprofit organizations and for-profit companies to move in, share resources and achieve greater collective impact. In partnership with students and community leaders, their tenants focus on educational outcomes, workforce gaps, entrepreneurism and human services.
Attendees will be able to tour the building and learn more about their programs. In addition, there will be pop-up displays and installations by Detroit designers.
Location: 2470 Collingwood St, Detroit, MI 48206, lots of parking available.
For accessibility needs or inquiries contact info@designcore.org.

Fisher Building Tour
2023-04-08 12:00 - 13:00 | Fisher Building, 3011 W Grand Blvd,, Detroit, MI, 48202
Walking through the lobby, one can glance at the fresco ceilings, marble walls, bronze doors, and art deco chandeliers and understand why the Fisher Building is known as Detroit’s Largest Art Object. While the beauty of the Fisher Building may speak for itself, there are countless stories behind the building’s history that one must hear to believe. Luckily, Pure Detroit offers exclusive tours of the building. An expert guide will lead you from Pure Detroit’s flagship location in the building’s grand arcade through the building. You will learn the most intimate details behind the family, artists, and architects involved in its creation.
The hour long tour will also provide you access to the building which is unavailable to the general public.
*Free

Design Core: Product Development | Focus Group: Makers & Artisanal Products
2023-04-11 14:00 - 16:30 | Design Core Detroit, 460 West Baltimore St, Detroit, MI
Design Core is currently working on the Design Guide for Product Development. The content curation process includes input session with industry leaders, stakeholders, and subject matter experts for development of this collaborative and infomative resource.
The purpose of the Design Guide:Product Development is to:
Initiate, develop, and manage relationships with product designers
Inform product entrepreneurs on the iterative process of ideation, prototyping, testing and adapting their specifications for optimal product design and manufacturing
Determine the most cost effective and appropriate materials and parts for commercial products
Accelerate production and go to market strategies for product-based businesses
Welcoming Artisanal Product Designers to join

TENT EVENTS - Panel Discussion
2023-04-12 17:30 - 20:30 | WeWork Downtown Detroit, 19 Clifford Stree, Detroit, MI, 48226, United States
Who ? TENT Group is a networking group comprised of local metro-Detroit professionals across different industries including design, real estate, finance and law, with the goal of providing exceptional services and bringing together industry professionals.
What is TENTWORKING? TENT is hosting a networking event and panel discussion for small businesses in the metro-Detroit area. The panel discussion will feature TENT professionals as they discus…….
This networking event will start at 5:30pm, with the panel discussion beginning at 6:00pm. Come join us on April 12th to connect with others and to learn something new. Attendees will get a chance to win 2 tickets to the Detroit Tigers game.
Check out and connect with our TENT Panelists via LinkedIn:
TENT Group
Zachary Lennon, X-Identity
Mike McCracken, Guardian Design Build
Mark Lagana, Berkshire Hathaway Kee Realty
Bill Eisminger, Midtown Home Mortgage
Anthony Jabbour, Jabbour Law
Eric Weisgerber, Morgan Stanley

Create Art with 360 Detroit, Inc.
2023-04-15 14:00 - 15:30, 2023-04-29 08:00 - 17:00 | The Congregation, 9321 Rosa Parks Boulevard, Detroit, MI, 48206
Free Art Session for children, families, adults & seniors! All are welcome. Encouraging engagement across the generations.
Art Session Content – Choice of Designs
No-Show registrants may be denied future registrations. By registering for this session, you acknowledge and agree to our session rules, event waiver & media release (provided below).
Event Waiver & Media Release
I release, waive, discharge and covenant not to sue 360 Detroit, Inc. or any sponsored participant of this 360 Detroit, Inc. event, its administrators, directors, agents, affiliates, organizers, participants, volunteers, and/or the owners or leasers of premises used to conduct this event, all of which are hereinafter referred to as “releases”, from any and all liability to 360 Detroit, Inc. for any and all claims, demands, losses of damages on account of injury, including death or damage to property, caused or alleged to be caused in whole or in part by the negligence of the releases or otherwise. This release also includes claims regarding children listed on the registration form (opposite side). I am aware that 360 Detroit, Inc. reserves the right to refuse participation and/or distribution to anyone that is not compliant with event guidelines communicated verbally or in writing and/or if registration exceeds the allotted amount of participants.
I further acknowledge 360 Detroit, Inc.’s COVID policy and agree to adhere to the guidelines. I release all rights to artwork and agree to the use of photographic, video and/or still, images without compensation, recognition or notification.
I understand that photography (still and/or video) may be in use and that I and/or my children may be captured. I grant permission to 360 Detroit, Inc. to use our image(s) (photographs and/or video) for use in 360 Detroit, Inc. publications (printed and electronic) including videos, email blasts and promotion materials. I grant permission for images to be used without the right to inspect and/or approve their use and waive any right to royalties or other compensation arising from or related to the use of the image(s).

Extended Reality (XR) at Michigan Summit 2023
2023-04-18 09:30 - 2023-04-19 16:00 | Michigan Union, Pendleton Room and Rogel Ballroom, 530 South State Street, Ann Arbor, MI, 48109
Join for the third annual XR at Michigan Summit! This event will be fully in-person for the first time ever, taking place on April 18 and 19 at the Michigan Union in the Rogel Ballroom and Pendleton Room. Day 1 will feature industry professionals sharing their knowledge and insight around XR. Day 2 will feature a vendor exhibit hall, student showcase presentations, and lightning talks on relevant topics in the application of XR.
Sponsors: Microsoft, Accenture, Ann Arbor SPARK, and Oxford Medical Simulation

Comerica Hatch Detroit Contest Hatch Off Finalists
2023-04-26 18:00 - 21:00 | TechTown Detroit, 440 Burroughs Street, Detroit, MI, 48202, United States
Wednesday, April 26 | One night only!

Doors at 6 p.m. | Program at 7 p.m.

Join us at the Hatch Off to watch the FINAL FOUR finalists of the 2023 Comerica Hatch Detroit Contest go head-to-head to compete for a cash grant to open up their brick-and-mortar retail business in the city. The finalists will make one last pitch, “Shark Tank-style,” in front of a panel of judges and attendees. Thanks to the support of Comerica Bank, one winning business will be awarded $100,000! We’ll make a dream come true, and you’ll have a front-row seat.
Tickets are $25 each. The event will feature a cash bar (all drinks $5) and complimentary small bites provided by Hatch alumni businesses.
This is a celebration of all things local in Detroit: food, music and fun!

ABOUT THE CONTEST
The Comerica Hatch Detroit Contest by TechTown is a retail competition that gives savvy entrepreneurs the chance to win a cash grant and package of in-kind services to open up their brick-and-mortar storefront in Detroit, Hamtramck or Highland Park.

Draw with Local Artists at the DIA
2023-04-30 14:00 - 16:00 | Detroit Institute of Arts, 5200 Woodward Avenue, Detroit, MI, 48202, United States
How fun would it be to draw in the DIA? Here’s your chance. Find your muse in the DIA to draw alongside other local artists.
We will be meeting at the DIA cafe at 2. Around 2:30 we will be dispersing around the DIA to start drawing our piece of art!
Things to know:

You’ll need your own folding chair or seat.
You are welcome to sketch and draw in the galleries with graphite pencils and kneaded erasers. Pens, colored or lead pencils, paints, rubber erasers, and other art supplies are not permitted.
Please bring a clipboard or lapboard as floors, walls, or pedestals cannot be used for writing, sketching, or drawing.
Oversized portfolios are not permitted.

Product x Detroit May Meetup - Tech Tuesday Event
2023-05-09 17:30 - 20:00 | Bamboo, 1420 Washington Blvd #301, Detroit, MI 48226, Detroit, MI, us
Come join a community of product & designers across metro-Detroit. Each month, we get together to connect, share ideas, and discuss challenges. This month, Mustafa Durrani, a senior product manager for Amazon Web Services, will share what it’s like to work within Amazon’s legendary memo meeting culture. We’ll talk about the benefits, tradeoffs, and outcomes of approaching initiatives in a narrative format.
Hosted by Sahar Omrani @ Signal Advisors (www.signaladvisors.com) and Louis Gelinas @ Rivet Work (www.rivet.work).
