John Addis just moved his web design and photography business into a 1,300 square foot space in Old Town, with plans to start screening independent films in September.
The
AE Studio and Gallery opened early in August at 523 E. Grand River, and owner Addis will soon be offering local artists and filmmakers a new venue to show their work. For the film screenings, Addis will clear out the gallery and let independent filmmakers set up shop on his 80-inch screen.
Addis already has 35 chairs that he'll set out for film enthusiasts so they can enjoy the show and share their thoughts; he wants filmmakers to be able to show their short films and get critiques from the audience and other filmmakers.
Right now, the walls of the renovated space are covered with pieces contributed by local artists. Addis still runs his photography and web design businesses from the back of the gallery.
Ultimately, Addis hopes to have some kind of after-hours production every Friday, with local independent film screenings once a month.
On the other three Fridays, he plans on inviting unique local musicians to perform in the gallery.
Ivy Hughes is the development news editor for Capital Gains. She can be reached at
ivy@capitalgainsmedia.com.
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