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African Menagerie: Artist Brian Jarvi to Unveil New Work

KAXE | By Katie Carter,

Heidi Holtan, John Bauer

Published September 15, 2017 at 12:03 PM CDT

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Haley's Flamingos by Brian Jarvi

Brian Jarvi

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Brian Jarvi

This Saturday evening, Grand Rapids-based and world-renowned artist Brian Jarvi will unveil his latest work, a 32 foot long arc that includes more than 200 African animal species and a single man. The public is invited to attend the event that begins at 6pm with hors d'voeures followed by a presentation, a film and ultimately the unveiling of the masterpiece. The Reif Center marks the first stop for the massive installation that will continue on tour across the country. We spoke with Brian about his craft, the African Menagerie, and his journey as an artist.

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Katie Carter

Katie Carter started at Northern Community Radio in 2008 as Managing Editor of the station's grant-funded, online news experiment Northern Community Internet. She returned for a second stint in 2016-23. She produced Area Voices showcasing the arts, culture, and history stories of northern Minnesota.

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Heidi Holtan

For more than two decades, Heidi Holtan has helped shape the sound of KAXE. Since joining the station in 2002 as a volunteer music programmer, she has worn many hats including the weekly book program, Realgoodwords, hosting the Morning Show, creation and host of the weekly call-in program Between You and Me, serving as Outreach Producer. Program Director, News Director and currently Director of Content and Public Affairs.

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John Bauer

John has been listening to KAXE since the early days in 1976, and worked as the Development Director from 1995-2022.

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