The "Art of Art documentary" film, produced by six MSU students, premieres at 7:30 p.m. April 21 at Studio C! in Okemos.
The project began in January 2014 when director Jack Burk, producer Heather Hartmann, associate producer Sarah Hopkins and camera and editing assistants Alex Hennessy, DeShaun Leonard and Spencer Taylor created the concept of the documentary, found artists, filmed, edited and promoted the film.
The film follows a glass blower from Grand Rapids, a fiber artist from East Lansing, a scrap artist from East Lansing and a painter from Detroit. The film looks at their artistry as well as their minds and lives.
For example, Andrew Standstedt’s scrap art is a reflection of his second chance in life. His piece in the film will be donated to the rehab center where he received treatment for his alcohol addiction.
Some of the artists’ work will be on display at the theater the night of the premiere. Following the screening, the artists and filmmakers will be available for questions from the audience.