Our program is designed to feature both permanent and rotating exhibitions that refine the airport environment while supporting local artists, art program students, and institutions in the community and region. The program is a partnership between the Gerald R. Ford International Airport Authority and the Frey Foundation, with oversight provided by a committee comprising four representatives appointed by the Airport President & Chief Executive Officer, and two appointed by the Frey Foundation. If you have a piece of work you would like considered, please email gfiainfo@grr.org.
Grand Rapids native, Nick Nortier, is one of two live muralists displaying his talents at GFIA. Nortier's painting, "The Great Blue," features a blue heron on a Michigan waterway with a stunning purple and orange sunset in the background. Nortier says he believes the blue heron is one of the most beautiful creatures in Michigan. "I am excited to have this opportunity to leave my mark at the Gerald R. Ford International Airport, and I look forward to being a part of the inaugural team of artists for this new program," stated Nortier.
The finished masterpiece; "The Great Blue" majestically graces the walls leading from the Marketplace to Concourse B. Travelers departing from either concourse can see portions of it from the Marketplace and all may go and view it before heading to their gate. |
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We have many other art projects that will be coming online in the future - everything from murals to sculptures to suspended art and more - both inside and outside the passenger terminal facility.
Sculptor Jason Quigno (above) is a stone sculptor who will be creating a custom piece for the airport. At right are two previous sculptures Jason has created. |
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