Tag Archives: Artprize

Video: Swing Set Drum Kit by Dave Ford at ArtPrize 2012

Posted on October 25, 2012 by

This video was shot of the Swing Set Drum Kit by Dave Ford in Calder Plaza during ArtPrize 2012. The Swing Set Drum Kit is an interactive sonic sculpture encouraging kids to build rhythmic sounds with a swing set. Three … Continue reading →

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Photo: Sun and Swing Set Drum Kit

Posted on October 12, 2012 by

Thank you everyone who keeps sending beautiful images of the Swing Set Drum Kit in Calder Plaza. This one is particularly lovely with the sun lighting the fuzzy swing seats.

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Swing Set Drum Kit in Calder Plaza thru Oct. 7!

Posted on October 5, 2012 by

Be sure to stop by Calder Plaza this weekend for your chance to swing on the Swing Set Drum Kit before it leaves Grand Rapids. Stop by both Saturday and Sunday, 10 a.m. – 6 p.m., and make some music! … Continue reading →

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Dave Ford swings on Swing Set Drum Kit during ArtPrize 2012

Posted on October 3, 2012 by
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Tuesday Swingers

Posted on October 2, 2012 by

The best part of the Swing Set Drum Kit is that everyone of all ages and sizes can enjoy it! Look how happy this swinger looks. Swing by and make some music in Calder Plaza. We’re here until October 6!

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The Grand Rapidian covers Swing Set Drum Kit

Posted on September 29, 2012 by

Thank you Mark Spohn for the fantastic artist profile on Dave Ford and the Swing Set Drum Kit in Calder Plaza! Click here to read the article. Below is a short excerpt. “Come on! Grab a Swing!” says the artist … Continue reading →

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Drum circle in Calder Plaza

Posted on September 28, 2012 by

Stop by Calder Plaza today until 10 p.m. and play some music on the Swing Set Drum Kit! Swing Set Drum Kit by Dave Ford The Swing Set Drum Kit is an interactive sonic sculpture encouraging kids to build rhythmic … Continue reading →

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Video: MLive Interview by Todd Chance features Swing Set Drum Kit

Posted on September 28, 2012 by

  Go see Swing Set Drum Kit in Calder Plaza and swing and make music. Vote: 53024 CLICK to see: Swing the drum all day with an interactive ArtPrize piece from Dave Ford by Todd Chance  GRAND RAPIDS, MI — … Continue reading →

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Swing Set Drum Kit isn’t just for kids!

Posted on September 27, 2012 by

  Check out how happy these swingers look on the Swing Set Drum Kit! Join them and stop by Calder Plaza this week for a swing! Swing Set Drum Kit by Dave Ford The Swing Set Drum Kit is an … Continue reading →

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ArtPrize Swing Set Drum Kit in Calder Plaza is open for swinging!

Posted on September 26, 2012 by

The best thing about this photo is the pure joy and excitement on this swinger’s face as he realizes the momentum from his swinging is playing a drum kit! School groups are walking around downtown Grand Rapids today as part … Continue reading →

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