Walter V. Marshall served in the USMC during the Iraqi war, and he has won three Emmy Awards as a videographer. His military experiences and Christian faith allowed him to balance the difficult concepts of death and sacrifice. Walter uses photography and film to capture perishable moments. The Detroit Institute of Arts featured his early work, which was critiqued by late Harlem Renaissance photographer Gordon Parks. Currently, besides working as a videographer, Walter enjoys biking adventures with his wife and three children. Through his life of service as a veteran and follower of Christ, Walter aims to inspire others.
SteepleChase
People are like steeples. They can encourage in times of despair, like the belfry. They can serve as guiding lights when we are lost, like the lantern, they can give perspectives to avoid falling in adverse times, like the watchtower, and they can inspire us to live in service to one another and God, like the spire. SteepleChase is an exploration of Michigan steeples combined with inspirational messages to give rise to a higher calling of service to the world.
Our new type of ArtPrize venue gives veterans a voice as they share their stories of struggle and healing through art.
SteepleChase is showcasing at Veterans Memorial Park
A special thanks to Kent County Veterans Services, Zero Day, Finish the Mission, West Michigan Veterans Coalition, and Healing in Arts for making this collaboration of veteran stories possible.
