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Supporting Michigan Libraries - 12/21/2023

Highlight Community Art and Architecture with MeL

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December is Art and Architecture month. Michigan is full of opportunities to enjoy art—from excellent museums and formal events such as Art Prize in Grand Rapids to art hops, walks, and shows at local libraries. Recently, I visited Brandon Township Public Library [ [link removed] ] and Bridgman Public Library [ [link removed] ], both of which have dedicated showcases for local artists to display their work. Kalamazoo Public Library hosts a monthly Tiny Reference Desk Concert [ [link removed] ] which is similar to NPR’s Tiny Desk Concert [ [link removed] ] series. For libraries that are looking to promote creative outlets to their patrons, the Michigan eLibrary [ [link removed] ] (MeL) includes Art & Architecture Source [ [link removed] ], an eResource with publications to support creative vocations and passions throughout the community.

*Professional Journals*

Those who have careers in arts and architecture will appreciate the studies and research included in professional journals such as the "American Journal of Arts Management" [ [link removed] ] and "Design Principles & Practices: An International Journal: Annual Review" [ [link removed] ]. One interesting study [ [link removed] ] is about how Walt Disney’s focus on his guests’ experience is like current User Experience (UX) design principles.

*Trade Publications*

For people who like to keep up with trends and current art and architecture news, there are plenty of trade publications. "Animation" [ [link removed] ] covers all aspects of the industry and has a monthly Animation Planner [ [link removed] ] that lists upcoming events and releases of interest. People who dream of building the perfect home will enjoy the articles and features in "Architectural Record" [ [link removed] ] such as the HOUSE of the Month [ [link removed] ].

*Magazines*

For library staff involved in collection development, "3X3: The Magazine of Contemporary Illustration" [ [link removed] ], "American Craft" [ [link removed] ], and Art in America [ [link removed] ] each feature monthly reviews of art-focused books. "Piecework" [ [link removed] ], a publication about knitting, crocheting, embroidery, and sewing has patterns that are sure to be useful to Michigan artisans and might be great additions to programming lineups or grab and go kits. There are also practical articles such as locations to purchase art supplies and enjoy art in Detroit [ [link removed] ] in "American Craft" [ [link removed] ], information about current exhibitions [ [link removed] ] in "Ornament" [ [link removed] ], and examples of community art such as an Indiana mosaic artist crafting parts of a skate park [ [link removed] ] in "Stained Glass Quarterly" [ [link removed] ].

Everyone can enjoy art—either as a creator or appreciator or even both. Libraries can use Art & Architecture Source [ [link removed] ] from MeL [ [link removed] ] to inspire events such as local architecture walks and tiny art shows which are sure to be popular with patrons of all ages.

            

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Brought to you by Laura Warren-Gross from the MeL Team

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