Fundraisers, Grants, Artist Submissions, New Sponsors, Visual Art You Can't Miss, and More!
GIG 2025 Featured Poster Artist - Jacob Rosenburg
We are thrilled to have Jacob Rosenburg creating our featured poster art for GIG - The Art of Michigan Music Visual Art Experience 2025. Check out his art for this year’s poster!!
HEADS UP - Roller Skating Fundraiser at Allskate on April 17!!
THIS THURSDAY!! GIG Skate Fundraiser at Allskate Fun Center in Jackson on April 17. Join us from 6-8p for an evening of fun at Allskate Fun Center. You can skate, play video games, laser tag, or just hang out. A portion of the proceeds help us fund GIG - The Art of Michigan Music 2025. We’ll head to Ogma Brewing afterward to share laughs and a beer.
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Artist Submissions Are Now Open
Submissions are now open for Michigan graphic artists, photographers, and videographers to be part of GIG - The Art of Michigan Music Visual Art Experience 2025. Press the button (below) and complete the form to be considered for this year’s event.
We Won A Grant!
Many thanks to the Jackson Community Foundation for awarding us their Community Building grant. This money will help us showcase the visual arts of Michigan Music at our annual event on Saturday, November 8, 2025, at Art 634 in Jackson!
Ringing The Bell with the Jackson Chamber of Commerce
GIG - The Art of Michigan Music recently joined the Jackson Chamber of Commerce. They invited us to a bell ringing to shout out our membership! Thank you, Jackson, for welcoming us!!!
More Fundraisers Coming Soon
ART 634 and STEAMPUNK ON THE BRICKS - On May 24 at Steampunk On The Bricks at Art 634, your beverage purchases will benefit GIG!! Thanks to Steampunk On The Bricks and ART 634 for making this happen. If you are curious about Steampunk on the Bricks, check out the article on Life In Michigan.
SCHULER BOOKS - From Sunday, July 20 to Saturday, July 26, purchase a book at a Schuler Books store (locations: Grand Rapids, Okemos, Ann Arbor, West Bloomfield) and mention GIG - Art of Michigan Music Foundation when you shop in-store during that week. For online shoppers, please use the coupon code GIGARTMI during checkout. Schuler Books will donate 20% of sales to GIG - Art of Michigan Music Foundation!
ECLIPSE YOGA at WOLVERINE PICKLEBALL On Sunday, September 14, our friend Roo from Eclipse Yoga is offering a yoga class at Wolverine Pickleball. A suggested donation for the class is $20, and proceeds will go toward the GIG annual event! Afterward, we can relax at Wolverine Pickleball and enjoy a beverage from their wall of beer, wine, and ready-to-drink cocktails. Thank you, Roo from Eclipse Yoga and the awesome folks at Wolverine Pickleball.
We will have more updates as these fundraisers get closer, including flyers, social media posts, and updates on our website.
Sponsor Update!
Welcome Adorned Tattoo back for another year as a sponsor!! They took a chance on us last year and saw the value of being part of our team this year.
New this year, Jackson Magazine is providing in-kind sponsorship. Look for a full-page ad for the August edition!!
Be sure to visit our sponsor page and give a shout out for our 2025 sponsors:
I’m so very grateful to these fantastic businesses that see the value we provide to our community. Their support helps us get a step closer to sharing more fantastic visual art of Michigan music with you at GIG 2025 on November 8th, 2025 (Saturday). When the opportunity arises, please give these businesses your support.
SPONSORS NEEDED!
I’m sure I will sound like a broken record, but we still need more funds to help us put on our Visual Arts Experience 2025. If you have a lead on a sponsor, get in touch with me at (info@gigartmich.org)
Small donations are EXTREMELY helpful - consider helping at whatever level you can afford.
PRESS RELEASE - VISUAL ART EXPERIENCE 2025
Here is our press release, which will be sent to the media for our next annual event on Saturday, November 8th, at Art 634 in Jackson!!
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Contact: Chuck Marshall
GIG – The Art of Michigan Music Foundation
Email: info@gigartmich.org
Phone: 734-834-3048
Website: https://www.gigartmich.org
GIG – The Art of Michigan Music Returns to Jackson on November 8, 2025
Jackson, MI – Mark your calendars! GIG – The Art of Michigan Music is back and better than ever. Join us on Saturday, November 8, 2025, from 12:00 PM to 10:30 PM at ART 634 in Jackson, Michigan, for a dynamic celebration of Michigan music’s visual art culture.
GIG – The Art of Michigan Music is an annual event that shines a spotlight on the visual storytelling behind Michigan’s music. From photography to poster art, album design to live music — GIG celebrates the creative forces behind the scenes and on stage.
More than just a festival, GIG is a celebration of art, sound, and community — bringing together musicians, artists, students, and fans for one unforgettable day. Our visual art experience 2025 offers an immersive, daylong event featuring art exhibits, workshops, an art market, and live musical performances — and it’s pretty much all free!
Event Highlights
Art Gallery & Market (12 PM – 6 PM | Free): Explore concert photography, gig posters, album covers, t-shirt designs, vinyl records, and music-inspired art — all created by Michigan-based artists. The gallery also features vendors offering a variety of music-themed art. New this year, we’re partnering with Jackson College's Graphic Design Department, showcasing student poster designs.
Workshops & Educational Panels (1 PM – 5 PM | Free) Engage with working professionals, enthusiasts, and students in a series of interactive sessions exploring the visual side of the music scene. This year will include sessions on social media marketing and two new panels: One featuring graphic artists and the other concert photographers. You’ll be able to ask questions and learn how these visual artists create their stunning works.
Live Music (7 PM – 10:30 PM | $15) Close out the night with live performances from a lineup of Michigan bands bringing their original music to the stage. Tickets go on sale soon — check back at gigartmich.org or subscribe to our newsletter for updates.
Want to See What GIG Is All About?
Take a look back at GIG 2024 to get a taste of what’s coming in 2025:
Testimonials from our 2024 Experience Survey
“It was the first exploration of the business side of the industry I have seen promoted and given this much attention.”
“Showcasing the artists that are generally behind the scenes. Media and tour photography and poster art is often appreciated but people never get to meet the artists behind it. Also, an awesome variety of Michigan Music from all over the state.”
“Featuring the poster art, photography and merch design "behind the music" was very unique. It felt like it should be an ongoing exhibit space for this type of local art.”
“The event structure was interesting with a gallery to see the art from other artists around the state, while the entire event focused primarily on the State of Michigan...Having sessions to learn about different aspects of the business on both the musical side and the artist side was the standout aspect.”
“The appreciation that went towards the concert photographers. Being able to look around at others’ photos and be surrounded by people who have a similar mindset. The galleries I have attended never dedicate an area to concert photos!
Lodging
Make a weekend of it! Thanks to our lodging partner, Marriott Hotels, attendees can enjoy special group rates at Courtyard Jackson & TownePlace Suites Jackson. Book your group rate for GIG – The Art of Michigan Music 2025
Don’t miss your chance to experience the heart of Michigan’s music scene.
GIG – The Art of Michigan Music Visual Art Experience 2025
Saturday, November 8, 2025 | ART 634 | Jackson, MI
Visual Art. Music. Community. Michigan.
Tickets for the evening live music go on sale soon at https://www.gigartmich.org
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Don’t Miss This!
At GIG - The Art of Michigan Music Foundation, we want to amplify the visual art of Michigan music. Here are some news, events, and happenings that you might dig. If you are a Michigan visual artist involved in the music community, shoot us your events and news to share - email us at info@gigartmich.org
Gary Pahlow
Check out Gary’s recent coverage of Nothing More for Loud Hailer Magazine!
Tim Meeks
Tim Meeks is a Detroit photography legend. He hits all the small shows where you find Detroit rocks. Keep an eye out for him at the upcoming Corktown Music Fest (April 24 to 26)
Brandon Nagy
Check out the stellar concert photography of Brandon Nagy. He has a gift for capturing the energy of a show.
Logan Belz
I love the vivid, wild, and psychedelic art of Logan Belz. He also jams guitar and sings in Velvet Snakes!
Jena Hovey
Besides being a fabulous person and ardent supporter of GIG, Jena Hovey is an extremely talented artist. Check out her latest album cover remakes - this one featuring A Rueful Noise.
Sean Peters
Musician and visual artist Sean Peters shares his original work. Be sure to check out his band Cavalcade too!
Craig Horky
Speaking of Cavalcade, their bass player is none other than Craig Horky. Our 2024 feature artist. Check out this outstanding poster for an upcoming Cavalcade show at the Avenue Cafe on May 3 with Lucius Fox and Voyag3r
Pixel Paige
A new photographer (to me) is Pixel Paige. Great work from Battle Creek!
Cidney Bundon
We love Cidney Bundon’s photos. She is a modern day Leni Sinclair.
Peter Larson
Dr. Peter Larson is an electronic musician, public health professional, and dynamite photographer!
THRIVE IN 25 FIRE SALE
Our inventory of shirts and posters needs to get cleaned out!! Get your GIG t-shirts and posters for 50% off! These shirts and posters make great gifts. Sale starts April 18th and runs until May 4th!
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Our Mission
GIG—The Art of Michigan Music Foundation celebrates and amplifies Michigan's rich music culture by highlighting the visual artists who shape its creative identity. Through exhibitions, workshops, and live events, we provide a platform for photographers, graphic designers, and videographers who craft concert posters, album art, band t-shirts, logos, and music videos—essential visual elements that elevate and support Michigan’s vibrant music community.
GIG—The Art of Michigan Music Foundation is committed to preserving and enriching Michigan's rich musical heritage while nurturing current and future generations of visual artists.
Our Vision
We envision a future where Michigan-based visual artists who contribute to the music community are celebrated and supported. Our long-term goal is to raise funds to provide stipends for artists participating in our annual showcase, GIG - The Art of Michigan Music. By alleviating the financial barriers of art show participation, we aim to create a platform that not only highlights their work but also offers meaningful opportunities for them to connect with the public and sell their creations.
