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Discover Monumental Sculpture “Tango Rosso” at ArtPrize 2025 by Ryan T. Schmidt

Updated: Oct 6

3D VOTE CODE: 42162


FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE


GRAND RAPIDS, MI — International sculptor Ryan T. Schmidt has entered his latest monumental sculpture, Tango Rosso, at ArtPrize 2025, taking place from September 18 to October 4. Entered into this year’s ArtPrize competition, the 17-foot-tall sculpture adds a bold and commanding presence to the city’s celebrated public art experience. The sculpture is elevated both literally and artistically, by a striking Ferrari-red base, originally created for the Inaugural Scottsdale Ferrari Art Week launched in Arizona earlier this year. Now featured at ArtPrize, Tango Rosso invites audiences into a powerful visual and emotional dialogue centered on rhythm, reflection, and resonance.

Crafted from non-corrosive stainless steel, Tango Rosso symbolizes the spiritual dance of life. With sweeping arcs and fluid, curvilinear forms, the piece radiates movement, energy, and grace. Its mirror-polished surface invites a rhythmic interaction with its surroundings and viewers—capturing and reflecting light, people, and the environment in real time.

The piece will be installed at the Gerald R. Ford Presidential Museum, where Schmidt has exhibited each ArtPrize season since 2017 with previous years showing at the Van Andel Museum and J.W. Marriott Dontown Grand Rapids. He continues to be an active contributor to the local art scene, working from his local studio and operating his own gallery at Bridgewater Place in Grand Rapids since 2022.

Currently residing between Scottsdale and Grand Rapids, Schmidt is a native of Arkansas and is globally recognized for his large-scale stainless steel sculptures that merge contemporary design with spiritual symbolism. His work is featured in private collections and public spaces across the United States—from San Diego, Los Angeles, Miami, and New York—to international destinations such as Vancouver, London, Taipei, and Shanghai. His portfolio includes landmark installations at waterfronts, corporate campuses, and private estates around the world—each piece leaving a lasting impression of strength, elegance, and grace.

For press inquiries, interviews, or more information about Ryan T. Schmidt and Tango Rosso, please visit www.soulartinc.com or contact:


SoulArt Inc

(501) 613-7884



✨ Enhance Your ArtPrize Experience

with Ryan T. Schmidt ✨

Follow this guide to discover stainless steel masterpieces across Grand Rapids.


🗳️ ArtPrize Venue Visit | 📅 Thursday, September 18 – Saturday, October 4, 2025  

        3D VOTE ID: 42162 → ArtPrize.org

📍 Gerald R. Ford Presidential Museum 303 Pearl St NW, Grand Rapids, MI 49504

  • “Tango Rosso” – 17-foot stainless steel ArtPrize entry at the front entrance

  • “Praise” – Betty Ford Garden (museum collection Art on loan )


🖼️ Opening Reception | 📅 Friday, September 19, 2025 | 5:00 – 8:00 PM

📍 SoulArt Gallery333 Bridge St W, Lobby Floor Suite 125-A,

Grand Rapids, MI 49504 🔗 RSVP: bit.ly/2025artprizereception

🎶 Celebrate the start of ArtPrize with contemporary art, music, drinks & hors d’oeuvres. Meet the artist and enjoy the first look before the Ribbon Cutting ceremony!


✂️ Ribbon Cutting Ceremony | 📅 Monday, September 22, 2025 | 10:00 AM

📍 SoulArt Gallery 333 Bridge St W, Lobby Floor Suite 125-A, Grand Rapids, MI

🎀 Join the Grand Rapids Chamber of Commerce, city officials & Ryan Schmidt for the official kick off.


🏛️ Public Artwork Permanent Installation – Chase Building

📍 200 Ottawa Ave NW, Grand Rapids, MI 49503

Discover one of Schmidt’s permanent installations across from Calder Plaza, a celebrated past ArtPrize entry.

✨ Experience ArtPrize through the vision of Ryan Schmidt where stainless steel meets movement, reflection, and light. We can’t wait to see you there to celebrate the launch of this inspiring season of art!

Here's a map of the Gallery for the opening reception, Artprize visit, Ribbon Cutting and Public art permanent installation all within walking distance in Downtown Grand Rapids!

Parking options: you may park inside the building of the Gallery. There are two parking entrances, one at Scribner Ave, the other is at Bridge St. You may also park at the Ford Museum.

Map of Sculpture Tour with Ryan Schmidt
Map to locate Ryan T. Schmidt's Stainless Steel Sculptures around the city

🗺️ Suggested Walking Tour:

1️⃣ SoulArt Gallery → Opening Reception / Ribbon Cutting (.4mi from/9min walk from Chase bldg)

2️⃣ Gerald R. Ford Presidential Museum → ArtPrize entries (900ft/5min walk from the Gallery)

3️⃣ Chase Building → Permanent public installation (.5mi/11min walk from the Museum)

All within walking distance in downtown Grand Rapids!



ArtPrize is an annual international art competition and cultural event held in Grand Rapids, Michigan. It is 501c3 nonprofit organization that fundraises year-round to cover entire operating budget, including the over $600,000 awarded in prizes and distributed in grants to artists, curators, and educators.



Ryan Schmidt's Artprize Past Entries:



Serendipity, cast stainless steel sculptures Artprize 2024 by Ryan T. Schmidt at Gerald Ford Presidential Museum


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