About

Cultivate is an artist-run education space in Grand Rapids, Michigan, dedicated to fostering creative exploration and skill development. We offer a diverse range of art classes, open studios, and workshops designed for all experience levels. Our programs provide a dynamic, inclusive environment where individuals can engage with art-making, expand their practice, and connect with a vibrant community of artists and learners.

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The word Cultivate is an action verb. We do a lot of art, but we also cultivate:

 

Community. Growth. Creativity. Gratitude. Compassion. Joy. Expression. Learning. Seeing. Play. Rest. Experimentation. Calm. Mistake making. Safety. Authenticity. A resilient spirit. Laughter. Meaningful work. Accessibility. Intuition. Kindness. Care. 

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The Cultivate team is composed of 40+ professional artists, established curators, certified and trained teachers, and

industry experts.

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We are passionate.  Dedicated.  Community serving. 

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