Detroit Center for Contemporary Art's Focus Hope Exhibit

Last night, we attended the opening night of the Detroit Center for Contemporary Art's Focus Hope Exhibit in the Russell Industrial Center.  Focus Hope is a program that brings a diverse group of the city's youth together with mentors to experience and learn photography.  The exhibit runs until April 25th.  The photographs were impressive and I was inspired by the kids' stories.  If you have a chance, stop in and take a look at the photographic work.  

I have heard that Detroit is attracting artists.  The Russell Industrial Center is one reason.  It offers low, month-to-month rent, allowing artists a space to create and financial flexibility.  There are often opportunities for public to check out the artists' work.  The Russell Industrial Center's website has some upcoming events listed but I went beyond just checking their site and have signed up for a few artists' and groups' email notifications.  The center is located off I-75 at the Clay exit.  It is visible from the expressway (lion painting below) so even the most notice Detroit navigator should be comfortable finding it.      

Russell Industrial Center, Detroit, Michigan

Russell Industrial Center, Detroit, Michigan