Craig Rhyan Art
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Craig Rhyan Merchant - Michigan based artist I often use subjective colors and distortion of scale to present an ordinary object in a unique way.
Growing up in a secluded wooded environment, I learned early on in my life that all creatures play an important role. It is no surprise that these early encounters would be reflected in my artwork through large scale depictions of insects, frogs, and fish. I continued to expand on this idea by representing the relationships that are shared between man and the environment. It is my goal to connect
05/03/2026
With the new Chihuly exhibit opening at Meijer Gardens today, I have to ask - Who did it better? 👀 😏
📸 “Chartreuse Icicle Tower” by Dale Chihuly
📸 “Cypress Forest” by Craig Rhyan
04/28/2026
While you’re out exploring the Lantern Festival at John Ball Zoo, be sure to swing by and say hello to the otter near the front entrance! 🦦
Built from trash collected from local waterways, see if you can identify what it’s made from.
04/27/2026
“Seahorse” is a hollow sculpture with areas of translucent resin. When the sunlight hits it just right, the sculpture seems to glow from within. ✨
04/25/2026
Stopped by Seidman Park today to visit the Walking Stick Woodshop Gnome Home. If you’re out enjoying the trails, keep an eye out for the gnomes. 🍄🌿
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04/23/2026
Otterly exciting! 🦦
Otters Take Center Stage at John Ball Zoo With New Habitat, Sculpture, and Naming Contest Otters are getting a major upgrade at John Ball Zoo this spring. See what's to come and help name the new otter sculpture. Check out what it's made of too!
04/22/2026
Help name the otter!
Put your suggestions in the comments!
04/21/2026
Spring has arrived - a perfect time to visit the Earth Science Gnome Home! Stop by the laboratory in Ada Park and explore this whimsical little world. A fun adventure for curious minds of all ages.
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The otter made the news! 🦦
Check out the full story here:
https://www.woodtv.com/video/john-ball-zoo-offers-family-fun-during-spring-break/11673498
03/22/2026
I’m excited to share that my otter sculpture is now on display at John Ball Zoo in Grand Rapids! 🦦
This piece has been a two-year journey, so it’s incredibly rewarding to finally see it installed. Built from trash collected from the Grand River, the sculpture celebrates wildlife and the environment.
This permanent sculpture is part of the zoo’s new otter exhibit opening in May, and you can already stop by to see the sculpture now. I’ll be adding a few finishing touches in April, but the piece is officially out in the world!
03/15/2026
Apply before the deadline - March 20th!
Excited for the new otter exhibit at the zoo! I was lucky enough to receive a behind the scenes tour, and I can tell you - it’s awesome!
Now, don’t you think the otter exhibit could use a new sculpture? 🤔 🦦
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1180 Buttrick Ave SE, Forest Hills, MI 49301
Ada, MI
49301