Airbrush Tattoo Artist Elizabeth Geurink to Bring Popular Act to Downtown Holland
For Immediate Release
July 8, 2025
NEWS RELEASE
Contact: Kara de Alvare
Marketing Coordinator, Downtown Holland
150 West 8th Street, Holland, MI 49423
616.796.0472 | k.dealvare@cityofholland.com
Airbrush Tattoo Artist Elizabeth Geurink to Bring Popular Act to Downtown Holland
Holland, MI – At the Gentex Street Performer Series in Downtown Holland, children can experience the arts hands-on, whether it’s posing for a caricature, singing along with musicians, learning to belly dance…or even getting an (airbrushed) tattoo! Join the fun this Thursday, July 8 from 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm to experience the sights and sounds as 25 different performing artists and groups from every background perform free for the public all along 8th Street. Each Thursday evening through August 14, Street Performer Series features an exciting line-up of over 75 rotating performers throughout the summer, including musicians, jugglers, balloon twisters, break dancers, henna tattoo artists, and more. The 2025 Street Performer Series is proudly sponsored by Gentex Corporation, with additional funding support provided by the Michigan Arts and Culture Council.
This Thursday, be on the lookout for “Be Airbrushing,” an airbrush tattoo station led by Elizabeth Geurink! Children (and adults) can choose from a wide variety of designs, including animals, superheroes, sports, and more, along with custom colors, to make their tattoo truly one-of-a-kind. In under a minute, Elizabeth brings each creation to life, leaving guests with a fun, temporary design to wear as they explore the Gentex Street Performers Series.
Elizabeth is a high school math teacher who first discovered airbrush tattoos at a company picnic with her family. “Our kids loved them, and we thought it was such a unique alternative to face painting and henna,” she explains. Soon after, she and her husband Chad began researching the tools and techniques, he handles the equipment, while she became the expert on application, combining her love of creativity with her passion for connecting with people.
Now with over five years of experience Elizabeth continues to share her work with the community. Come join the excitement, pick your favorite design, and wear your own custom masterpiece as you enjoy the festivities downtown this Thursday night!
Street Performer Series attendees should note that 8th Street will be closed to thru traffic and parking from Columbia Avenue to River Avenue from 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm on Thursday nights to accommodate the crowd. Free public parking for the event is available in the surface lots on 7th and 9th Streets, in the 7th and 9th Street Parking Decks, and at the Holland Civic Center Place. And don’t forget that while the Series is free to attend, tipping the performers is customary, as the Series is a traditional busking event.
The Downtown Holland Social District is also open during the Street Performer Series, meaning that patrons ages 21+ can purchase alcoholic beverages at one of nearly 20 different participating establishment to enjoy while strolling throughout Downtown Holland during the event. For a list of participating establishments, the social district regulations, and the district boundaries, please visit www.downtownsocialdistrict.com.
Street Performer Series Performer Line-Up for July 10
Balloon Twisters
Balloons by Dan Mutschler
Dan Mutschler is a self-taught and talented balloon artist who performs regularly at birthday parties, scouting events, art fairs, and fundraisers. He has nearly 20 years of experience twisting balloons and is constantly learning new designs to share with young and old alike, including popular characters, animals, and more!
Balloons by Sadie
Sadie Laarman is a junior at Zeeland East High School who discovered her love for balloon twisting in 6th grade and has been creating colorful balloon animals ever since! Sadie is passionate about the arts and is actively involved in various art programs at school. She’s thrilled to be returning to the Gentex Street Performer Series for her second summer!
Dancers
Flow Like Water
Flow Like Water is a high-level performance breakdancing crew from that brings the crowd to their feet wherever they go. Performing regularly at festivals and events throughout West Michigan, their high energy, hip-hop beats, and incredible dance skills make them a standout act. More than just performers, Flow Like Water is passionate about connecting with community.
Lisa Bullis-Dennen
Lisa has been a student and performer of Arab dance for over 20 years. Her goal is to present an authentic and emotionally rich experience. Lisa lives part-time in Egypt, immersed in the rich history and culture. Her daily experiences adapting to another way of life show up in her dancing, from their improvisational nature to connecting with the audience and music.
Michigan Moonwalker
Jake Thompson has been dancing like Michael Jackson since 2016, when he first saw a video of Jackson performing “Smooth Criminal” live. Jacob has performed at numerous high school talent shows and other special events and is excited to show off his skills at the Street Performer Series for the fifth summer in a row.
Graphic Artists
Henna by Anna
Anna Hoskins is a full-time artist who holds both a BFA and MFA in drawing from Kendall College of Art and Design. While she enjoys working in her studio, she loves to combine her passion for art and meeting people by drawing henna tattoos at reunions, birthday parties, weddings and more! She has participated in the Street Performer Series for the last 15 years.
Henna by Jahara
Jahanara Begum has been a Street Performer in Downtown Holland since the beginning of the Gentex Street Performer Series back in 2005. She is a highly skilled and experienced henna artist who uses all natural ingredients that are safe for the skin. Her designs never fail to impress her fans of all ages!
Musicians
Charlie (And Friends)
Charlie TenHaken, Andrew Nelson, Sam Vanderhyde, Luke Teusink, and Nathaniel Kolk are members of the Holland Christian High School Jazz Band, playing guitar, trombone, trumpet, and bass. Charlie and his friends are excited to be making their debut at as a jazz quintet at the Gentex Street Performer Series this summer.
Charlotte Beckman
Charlotte Beckman is a 16-year-old violinist with a deep passion for music. She performs in multiple ensembles, including various orchestras and bands, as well as performing as a soloist and as a member of a string quartet. Charlotte hopes to pursue a career in music, with aspirations of becoming an orchestra conductor in the future.
Dan Baker
Dan Baker, based in Grand Rapids, has enjoyed playing the saxophone for over 40 years. He has performed at venues throughout West Michigan. In 2024, Dan participated in the Gentex Street Performer Series, played the National Anthem for the West Michigan Whitecaps, and was a strolling musician at the Christkindlmarkt at the Downtown Market in Grand Rapids.
Evan VandenBerg
Evan Vanderberg has been playing guitar since the age of nine and loves connecting with others through music. He has performed at the Park Theatre, with various bands, and as part of his church’s worship team for the past three years. This summer, he is attending a music and leadership camp at Hope College to further develop his skills as both a musician and a leader.
Gavin Frody
Musician Gavin Frody, a West Michigan native, is a talented cellist and composer with a deep love for classical music. He holds a bachelor’s degree in music composition from Central Michigan University and regularly performs at events and venues throughout Michigan. He is thrilled to be returning to the Gentex Street Performer Series again this year.
Jarkin Barsley
Jarkin Barsley is a bluegrass band formed by brothers Joseph and Daniel Brumley. They perform traditional folk songs, bluegrass standards, and original compositions. Now in their fourth year at the Michigan Academy of Folk Music, they regularly play at the school’s house concert and at a variety of local events.
Julieanne & Her One-Man Band
Vocalist Julieanne Marie and musician Ramoth Gilead are a talented duo who have opened for well-known artists like Vanilla Ice and Jeremy Camp, and have won numerous talent competitions across the U.S. They look forward to performing together at the Gentex Street Performer Series for the first time this summer.
Lia Weiss-Gelmi
Lia Weiss-Gelmi is a 20-year-old student at Central Michigan University who has been playing piano and singing since the age of three and has been performing at the Gentex Street Performer Series since she was nine. She is majoring in commercial music at CMU and is currently the music director of one of CMU’s a cappella groups, On The Rox!
Maddy Grace
Maddy Kok is a recent nursing graduate from Calvin University who has been passionate about music since childhood, teaching herself guitar at 11 and performing publicly since middle school. She loves sharing her music to create a fun, family-friendly atmosphere and bring joy to others at the Street Performer Series and beyond.
Mark Cosgrove
Mark Cosgrove is West Ottawa graduate who has been singing since he was just two years old. In addition to singing in his school’s premier choir group, The Vocalaires, he has also performed as the lead in a number of different high school theatre productions. At the Series, he will be performing covers from popular artists from the 60’s to today.
SAB
SAB is a saxophone trio made up of Evan Talsma, Joshua Bush, and Tristan Patch. Known for their top ratings at solo and ensemble competitions and a nomination for the MSBOA Outstanding Ensemble Competition, they enjoy playing movie themes and popular hits. SAB loves sharing their music with all ages and bringing fun to every performance!
Sean Cyphers
Sean Cyphers is an original singer/songwriter and acoustic guitarist who brings an indie-rock vibe to every performance. His cross-genre influences including Led Zeppelin, John Mayer, Radiohead, Jimi Hendrix, and more. He looks forward to performing at the Gentex Street Performer Series for the first time this summer.
Shawna and Matt Veenstra
Shawna and Matt Veenstra are a father-daughter duo who bring covers of both classic and contemporary pop music to the Series. Matt is a band director at Holland Christian Schools for 5th-8th graders and also spends some of his free time with a cover band called “Reckless Davey”. Shawna is currently a senior at the University of Arizona studying music education.
Steel Doin’ It
Steel Doin’ It is a steel drum band that formed in 2002 through a community class offered through Muskegon Community College. They are based in the Grand Haven/Spring Lake area with their oldest member in her mid-eighties! They play in the band for the fun of playing Caribbean music with friends and sharing this fun, tropical sound with others.
Twenty4Hours
Musician Luke Buwalda, Grant Mosher, Landon Troast, Cristian Lin, Cassie Mosher, and Levi Troast make up the band Twenty4Hours. The band is an energetic and uplifting group known for their talent across a wide range of genres. With a strong presence on local stages and social media, they’ve built a growing fanbase through their dynamic social media, performances.
Whiskey & Wine
Mike and Becky Villar perform an eclectic mix of popular music from the 1970s to today, featuring acoustic guitar and rich vocals with smooth harmonies. They have been a part of the Gentex Street Performer Series for the past seven years and are looking forward to returning to 8th Street again this summer.
Other Performers
Connor Scholten
Connor Scholten first began yo-yoing as a young child in 1997, and he first performed for the public as part of the first ever Street Performer Series in 2005. He has since worked full time as a yo-yo designer, coached the top players in the world, and taught yo-yo to thousands of people online. He is also the 2017 and 2018 National Yo-Yo Contest Winner.
About Gentex Corporation:
Gentex Corporation is a supplier of automatic-dimming rearview mirrors and electronics to the automotive industry, dimmable aircraft windows for aviation markets, and fire protection products to the fire protection market. The company was founded in Zeeland in 1974 and is Ottawa County’s largest employer.
About Downtown Holland:
Located in the heart of the City of Holland, just minutes from the shores of Lake Michigan and adjacent to the campus of Hope College, Downtown Holland is a premier shopping, dining, and special events destination like none other! Downtown Holland offers over 100 locally owned boutiques, shops, and galleries, along with breweries, cafes, and restaurants for every taste. Downtown Holland is also home to unique cultural attractions, an award-winning farmers market and beautiful parks. We can’t wait to welcome you! For more information and the latest Downtown Holland news and updates, visit us at www.downtownholland.com, follow Downtown Holland on Facebook and Instagram, subscribe to our monthly newsletter, or call 616.796.1210.