ArtPrize - Sep. 23 - Oct. 8, 2009 - Grand Rapids, MI
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John Schwarz
chelsea, michigan

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Tiger Fish
Tiger Fish
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John Schwarz

Artist bio

Biography

Education
1982: Bachelor of Fine Art in Ceramics, Eastern Michigan University, Ypsilanti MI 1984: Master of Fine Art in Ceramics, The University of Michigan School of Art, Ann Arbor MI

Experience
1984 - Present: Ceramics Instructor, Detroit Country Day School, Birmingham MI
1998: Teacher of the Year, Metro Parent Magazine, Oakland County, MI
1996: Guest Lecturer, MAEA Conference, Lansing MI
1995-1997: Coordinator of “Empty Bowls Fundraiser” at Detroit Country Day School

Exhibits
2007: Mechanical Natures, River Gallery, Chelsea, MI
2007: The Scarabs Club - Blooms, Bugs, Beasts, 1st place, Detroit, MI
2006: Grosse Pointe Artists Association Juried Exhibition, Best in Show, Grosse Pointe, MI
2002: Clay / Paper / Wood / Canvas, River Gallery, Chelsea, MI
1984: MFA Exhibit, The University of Michigan School of Art
1982: BFA Exhibit, Eastern Michigan University, Ypsilanti, MI

Represented by River Gallery, Chelsea MI
About the work
Title: Tiger Fish

Art form: 3-D

Medium: multi-media assemblage

Year created: 2010

Description of work: Tiger Fish is one in a series of aquatic creatures I have constructed using recycled materials. He is wall piece and measures 54x 44 inchs. He can be hung inside or out. Tiger Fish has been MIG welded together then surfaced and finished with bike and car parts that have been bolted and riveted in place.

Technical details
Linear wall space needed: 6 ft.
Total square feet needed: 20 sq. ft.
Additional considerations
Audio/video needed: No
Electrical needed: No
Lighting needed: No
Internet access needed: No
Ground floor access needed: No
Indoor space needed: No
Outdoor space needed: No
GVSU Outdoor Art & Sculpture Exhibition Center John Schwarz is showing at:
GVSU Outdoor Art & Sculpture Exhibition Center
Grand Valley State University, Pew Campus
301 & 401 Fulton Street West
Grand Rapids, MI 40504

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