Extras

Video thumbnail: Kalamazoo Lively Arts Intersection of Justice and Art

Kalamazoo Lively Arts

Intersection of Justice and Art

We explore the relationship between justice and art.

Intersection of Justice and Art

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Kalamazoo Lively Arts

Being Greenlit

We hear some stories from artists who felt green lit by the people around them.

Being Greenlit

Video thumbnail: Kalamazoo Lively Arts Why Support the Arts in Kalamazoo 2022

Kalamazoo Lively Arts

Why Support the Arts in Kalamazoo 2022

We reflect back on why art is so important in Kalamazoo.

Why Support the Arts in Kalamazoo 2022

Video thumbnail: Kalamazoo Lively Arts Soul Artistry

Kalamazoo Lively Arts

Soul Artistry

We check in with Yolonda Lavender, CEO of Soul Artistry.

Soul Artistry

Video thumbnail: Kalamazoo Lively Arts Kyle Brautigam

Kalamazoo Lively Arts

Kyle Brautigam

We meet Kyle Brautigam, a poet using his art to change the world.

Kyle Brautigam

Video thumbnail: Kalamazoo Lively Arts Sherdizzil

Kalamazoo Lively Arts

Sherdizzil

We meet Sherridan Harris, a rapper and singer-songwriter.

Sherdizzil

Video thumbnail: Kalamazoo Lively Arts The Meaning of Art

Kalamazoo Lively Arts

The Meaning of Art

We take a look at artists in Kalamazoo and hear the personal stories of what art means.

The Meaning of Art

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Kalamazoo Lively Arts

Youthful Creativity

We take a look at the ways artists in Kalamazoo were encouraged to be creative as a kid.

Youthful Creativity

Video thumbnail: Kalamazoo Lively Arts Read and Write Kalamazoo: A Little History

Kalamazoo Lively Arts

Read and Write Kalamazoo: A Little History

We speak with members of Read and Write Kalamazoo about how they got their start.

Read and Write Kalamazoo: A Little History

Video thumbnail: Kalamazoo Lively Arts Emmy Kastner

Kalamazoo Lively Arts

Emmy Kastner

We meet Emmy Kastner, a children’s book author and illustrator with a love for literacy.

Emmy Kastner

Video thumbnail: Kalamazoo Lively Arts Maya James

Kalamazoo Lively Arts

Maya James

We meet author, artist, and activist Maya James to hear about her new book.

Maya James

Video thumbnail: Kalamazoo Lively Arts Kathy Brown

Kalamazoo Lively Arts

Kathy Brown

Kathy Brown shows us her newfound love for creating art!

Kathy Brown

Video thumbnail: Kalamazoo Lively Arts The Space: Tyree Broadway

Kalamazoo Lively Arts

The Space: Tyree Broadway

We get to know Tyree Broadway, a multimedia artist with amazing paintings.

The Space: Tyree Broadway

Video thumbnail: Kalamazoo Lively Arts Bryan Klinesteker

Kalamazoo Lively Arts

Bryan Klinesteker

We meet Bryan Klinesteker, a singer/songwriter who has been performing since the 70’s.

Bryan Klinesteker

Video thumbnail: Kalamazoo Lively Arts Wellspring/Cori Terry & Dancers: History

Kalamazoo Lively Arts

Wellspring/Cori Terry & Dancers: History

Kim talks with founder and artistic director Cori Terry.

Wellspring/Cori Terry & Dancers: History

Video thumbnail: Kalamazoo Lively Arts Wellspring/Cori Terry & Dancers: Education

Kalamazoo Lively Arts

Wellspring/Cori Terry & Dancers: Education

Kim talks with two integral members of Wellspring/Cori Terry & Dancers about education.

Wellspring/Cori Terry & Dancers: Education

Video thumbnail: Kalamazoo Lively Arts Mall City Harmonizers - May the Road Rise Up to Meet You

Kalamazoo Lively Arts

Mall City Harmonizers - May the Road Rise Up to Meet You

The Mall City Harmonizers perform “May the Road Rise Up to Meet You!”

Mall City Harmonizers - May the Road Rise Up to Meet You

Video thumbnail: Kalamazoo Lively Arts John Winjberg

Kalamazoo Lively Arts

John Winjberg

Shelley meets John Winjberg at ArtHop and discusses his artistic process.

John Winjberg

Video thumbnail: Kalamazoo Lively Arts The Importance of ArtHop

Kalamazoo Lively Arts

The Importance of ArtHop

We chat with recent ArtHop artists about the importance of the monthly ArtHop event.

The Importance of ArtHop

Video thumbnail: Kalamazoo Lively Arts Baker Bear Studio

Kalamazoo Lively Arts

Baker Bear Studio

Shelley meets Kylie Taft of Baker Bear Studio to check out and talk about her art!

Baker Bear Studio

Video thumbnail: Kalamazoo Lively Arts BookField

Kalamazoo Lively Arts

BookField

We meet Christina Highfield of BookField, who’s making art and jewelry infused with books!

BookField

Video thumbnail: Kalamazoo Lively Arts Austin Rounds

Kalamazoo Lively Arts

Austin Rounds

We meet Austin Rounds and have a discussion about his artistic talents.

Austin Rounds

Video thumbnail: Kalamazoo Lively Arts Ashley McGeachy

Kalamazoo Lively Arts

Ashley McGeachy

We meet Ashley McGeachy, a visionary artist who pours a lot of herself into her art!

Ashley McGeachy