I recently had the privilege of documenting the Artscapade at the University of Michigan Museum of Art as part of Welcome Week in Ann Arbor!

A young woman spins on a green lawn while wearing a cardboard skirt made in front of UMMA at the Festifools table at Artscapade..JPG

This year's event included interactive art-making, live music, performances, poetry, and dancing. One of my favorite parts was seeing Festifools join in with tables where students could create cardboard clothing and decorations.

Colorful satin ribbons lay scattered on a table with other art supplies, including a hole puncher and scissors.

For me, there's something especially fun about being surrounded by art and creativity. Art class was my favorite growing up, so photographing Artscapade makes me feel a little bit like a kid again. I love seeing students of all ages connect, get creative, and make art together.

A member of the group Groove wearing sunglasses and points with his drumsticks while smiling at other drummers during a performance during Artscapade in front of UMMA. .JPG

A group of people in the audience of Artscapade smile at one another while the scultpure Orion is in the background.

A group of students smile while watching performances taking place during Artscapade at the University of Michigan Museum of Art.

I love working with UMMA—not only are their events always fun, colorful, visual, and thoughtfully put together, but everyone genuinely seems to be having a great time. These are exactly the kinds of events I love to photograph.

A group of three students sit in a room using scissors and coloring while sitting at a table with golden sunlight coming through the window.

A group of people participate in swing dancing lessons in the side yard of UMMA, outdoors while smiling.

Thank you to Chris and everyone at UMMA for trusting me to document another incredible event! I'm so grateful to continue photographing the people, organizations, and events that make Ann Arbor and the University of Michigan such a vibrant community.