Chicago Artists Month 2004: Ongoing exhibitions

Art Options Exhibition
through October 29
J. Ira and Nicki Harris Family Hostel
24 E. Congress Parkway
See student linoleum print self-portraits and Joseph Cornell-inspired assemblage boxes at this exhibition, the culmination of the Urban Gateways arts apprenticeship for budding art students. Presented by Urban Gateways.
For Information: 312-922-0440, www.urbangateways.org
CTA: Brown and Orange Lines (Library), Blue Line
(LaSalle), Red Line (Harrison); Bus 3, 4, 145, 146, 147

Later Impressions, 2004
September 3 – October 17
Renaissance Court Gallery
78 E. Washtington Street
An annual juried art exhibition of recent works by Chicago area artists, aged 50 and older. Approximately 75 paintings, drawings, textiles, photography, and sculpture are showcased. Presented by the Senior Artists Network.
For Information: 312-744-4551, www.seniorartistsnetwork.org
CTA: Brown, Green, Orange, and Purple Lines
(Randolph/Wabash), Blue and Red Lines (Washington)

Gene(sis): Contemporary Art Explores Human Genomics
September 10 – November 28
Symposium: October 2, 9am – 4pm
Mary and Leigh Block Museum of Art, Northwestern University
40 Arts Circle Drive, Evanston
From digitally-altered photographs of Òmanimals,Ó to abstract gene-mapping paintings, this exhibition investigates the potential social, emotional, and ethical implications of genetic research. "Gene(sis)" features more than 50 works by renowned and emerging artists including Chicago-based Eduardo Kac, I–igo Manglano-Ovalle and Dario Robleto. In the free symposium, "Outside-In: Exploring the Human Genome Project from Across the Disciplines," experts from various fields discuss the impact of genomics on all aspects of human life and culture.
For Information: 847-491-4000, www.blockmuseum.northwestern.edu

The Freedom of the Art
October 1 – 29
Opening: October 1, 5pm
Mess Hall
6932 N. Glennwood Avenue
Little City Foundation Multi-Disciplinary Arts Center hosts this collaborative exhibition celebrating the work of Chicago-area artists with developmental and other disabilities.
For Information: 847-221-7764, www.artistical.org
CTA: Red Line (Morse)

TranzART
October 1 – 30
CTA Train Lines
ÒAnatomically Correct,Ó art in alternative spaces, brings artists together with sponsors for a month-long exhibition of art and poetry on CTA train lines. CTA fare: $1.75.
For Information: 312-514-1802, www.anatomicallycorrect.org

Art In The Garden
October 1 – 31
Chicago Public Parks
Artists use plants, sculptures, and a variety of creative elements to transform 24 of the Chicago Park DistrictÕs floral gardens into works of art as part of the ÒArt in the GardenÓ project. Artists include: Georgina Valverde, Raye Bemis, Indira Freitas Johnson, Barbara Cooper, Erin McNamara, and Ellen Rothenberg.
For Information: 312-742-PLAY, www.chicagoparkdistrict.com

Genesis: Gifts and Promised Gifts to the Permanent Collection
Exhibition: October 1 – December 31
Panel discussion: October 21, 6:30pm
Intuit: The Center for Outsider Art
756 N. Milwaukee Avenue
This inaugural exhibition highlights gifts and promised gifts from Intuit supporters across the country, including the work of renowned Chicago street artists, Lee Godie and Wesley Willis; self taught artists, William Dawson and Joseph Yoakum; and the inspired staffs of David Philpot. On Thursday, October 21 at 6:30pm, art critic James Yood leads a panel discussion on "Inspired Connections: Linkages Between the Chicago Imagists and Outsider Artists." Panel discussion: $5 donation.
For Infotrmation: 312-243-9088, www.art.org
CTA: Blue Line (Chicago); Bus 56, 66

Rome: A Classical Legacy
October 1 – 30
ArchiTech Gallery
730 N. Franklin Street
This exhibition presents classic architectural renderings and drawings. Featured Chicago artists include Daniel Burnham.
For Information: 312-475-1290,www.architechgallery.com
CTA: Brown and Purple Lines (Chicago)

Art Connects: The River
October 1 – 31
Chicago River
Columbus Drive to Madison Street
Take a walking tour along the Chicago River of eight sculptures. Created by local sculptors inspired by the setting, the sculptures sit on locations adopted by Chicago businesses as part of Friends of the Chicago RiverÕs Adopt a River Downtown program. Featured artists include: Nicole Beck, Bob Emser, Terry Karpowicz, Evan Lewis, Sydia Reyes, and Barry Tinsley. Presented by the Friends of the Chicago River.
For Information: 312-939-0490, www.chicagoriver.org
CTA: Blue, Brown, Green, Orange Lines (Clark/Lake); Red Line (Lake)

A Century of Progress: Architecture and Chicago's
1933–1934 WorldÕs Fair
October 1–31
Chicago Architecture Foundation, Santa Fe Building
224 S. Michigan Avenue
This exhibition gives visitors a look into the architectural and cultural significance of ChicagoÕs second WorldÕs Fair, which celebrated the cityÕs 100th anniversary. It builds upon recently recovered architectural photography from the Chicago Park District.
For Information: 312-922-3432, www.architecture.org
CTA: Brown, Green, Orange, Purple Lines
(Adams/Wabash); Blue and Red Lines (Jackson)

Tone Color Texture and Gesture Mark Tempo
October 1 – November 8
Opening: October 1, 6:30 – 9:30pm
Performances: October 1, 9:30pm; October 7, 8pm
Springman Studio
120 W. Kinzie Street
A dynamic collaboration between jazz musician David Boyken and visual artist Alan Bolle. Steven Tod and The Transaction Ensemble performs on October 1 and 7 in an environment of moving images. Performance admission $10.
For Information: 312-316-6228
CTA: Bus 22, 36

Selection: Take Us to Your Leader
October 2 – 30, 1 – 3 pm
Spareroom
2416 W. North Avenue
This project presents a series of public art pieces related to the 2004 election, created by artists and community members. A series of community events will be held each Saturday in October, featuring guest speakers, open discussions, street theatre, and space is designated for on-site creation and exhibition of election art. Artists include: Jennifer Karmin, Kathleen Duffy, Jeff Greenspan, and Mark Messing.
For Information: 773-645-1853, www.anti-gravity.info
CTA: Blue Line (Western); Bus 49, 72

Art Synthesis '04
October 2 – December 4
Opening: October 2, 2 – 4pm
Chicago Public Library, Independence Branch
3548 W. Irving Park Road
The ArtistsÕ Council of the Friends of the Independence Branch Library hosts an exhibition of diverse works by local community artists to generate awareness in the art of the neighborhood. Artists include: Mike Barret Kolasinski, Kim Laurel, George C. Clark, Lourdes S. Guerrero, Thomas Sammartino, and Linda Hyong.
For Information: 312-744-0900
CTA: Blue Line (Irving Park); Bus 80, 82

Dan Peterman: Standard Kiosk
Closing: October 8, 6 – 7:30pm
Humboldt Park
California Avenue at Division Street
Artist Dan Peterman, in conjunction with the Humboldt Park community, has created two sculptural kiosks using recycled dumpsters. Presented in partnership with the Museum of Contemporary Art and the Chicago Park District.
For Information: 312-742-4963, www.chicagoparkdistrict.com
CTA: Bus 52, 70, 72

Humboldt Park
California Avenue at Division Street
Artist Dan Peterman, in conjunction with the Humboldt Park community, has created two sculptural kiosks using recycled dumpsters. Presented in partnership with the Museum of Contemporary Art and the Chicago Park District. For Information: 312-742-4963, www.chicagoparkdistrict.com
CTA: Bus 52, 70, 72

Reading Lessons
October 8 – November 4
Opening: October 8, 5 – 7pm
Marwen
833 N. Orleans Street
In this juried exhibition the entire Marwen community of students, teachers, alumni, artists-teachers and staff showcase their work.
For Information: 312-944-2418, x208, www.marwen.org
CTA: Brown and Purple Lines (Chicago); Bus 37, 66

Fire Arts Center Open Studio and Demonstrations
October 9 – 30
Opening: October 9, Noon – 5pm
Fire Arts Center of Chicago
1800 W. Cuyler Street
View the FACC annual group show or come for demonstrations in bronze pouring, iron melting, metal furniture-making, stone-working, sculpture, and drawing. Tours of the studios and classes are also available. Visiting artists are on site October 3, 16, and 23, 10:30am – 3pm
For Information: 773-465-0720
CTA: Brown Line (Irving Park)

Clay Connections
October 9 – 31
Preview: October 9, 6 – 10pm
Demonstrations: October 10, 11am – 4pm
Meet-the-artists: October 11, 11am – 4pm
Sun and Earth Pottery
4636 N. Ravenswood Avenue
An exhibition of works by three ceramic artists: Jodi Bessinger, John Berton, and Julie Pitzen. Throwing and hand-building demonstrations take place on October 10; open studios and meet-the-artists on October 11.
For Information: 773-383-7213, www.sunandearthpottery.com
CTA: Brown Line (Damen)

Speaking in Color-Intuitive Artists Connect
October 10 – November 1
Opening: October 10, 2 – 5pm
Ancient Echoes Gallery
1022A W. Armitage Avenue
Esperanza Community Services and Ancient Echoes present recent work by three mid-career artists with developmental disabilities. Media includes oil pastel, colored pencil, marker, and acrylic. Artists include: Johnny Rodriguez, Bobby Tirelli, and Hector Rivera.
For Information: 312-243-8042, www.esperanzacommunityservices.org
CTA: Brown Line (Armitage)

Artspaloosa at Fuller Park
October 15 – 24
Opening: October 15, 6 – 8pm
Fuller Park
331 W. 45th Street
See an expressive connection of visual and performance art from artists throughout the community. Explore quilts, paintings, dance, theater, and music from artists of all ages. Artists include: Millicent Gordon, Ellen Wade, Ronn Pitts, Ellen Wood, Briana Gaiten, and The Soul Stitchers. Admission: $1.
For Information: 312-747-6144
CTA: Red Line (47th); Bus 43, 47

Zhou Brothers at Work
Demonstration: October 26, 6 – 8pm
Exhibition: October 16, 2004 – January 2, 2005
Chicago Cultural Center
78 E. Washington Street
Watch the Zhou Brothers demonstrate their collaborative process as they create a large-scale painting right before your very eyes. Following the performance, the Zhou Brothers will lead a walk-through of their current exhibition, "Zhou Brothers: 30 Years of Collaboration," which includes over 100 paintings, prints, drawings, and sculpture, and has been organized by the Chicago Department of Cultural Affairs and the Elmhurst Art Museum.
For Information: 312-744-6630, www.chicagoculturalcenter.org
CTA: Brown, Green, Orange, and Purple Lines
(Randolph/Wabash), Blue and Red Lines (Washington)

Chicago Artists Month 2004: October 16 - October 31

Zhou Brothers at Work
Demonstration: October 26, 6 – 8pm
Exhibition: October 16, 2004 – January 2, 2005
Chicago Cultural Center
78 E. Washington Street
Watch the Zhou Brothers demonstrate their collaborative process as they create a large-scale painting right before your very eyes. Following the performance, the Zhou Brothers will lead a walk-through of their current exhibition, "Zhou Brothers: 30 Years of Collaboration," which includes over 100 paintings, prints, drawings, and sculpture, and has been organized by the Chicago Department of Cultural Affairs and the Elmhurst Art Museum.
For Information: 312-744-6630, www.chicagoculturalcenter.org
CTA: Brown, Green, Orange, and Purple Lines
(Randolph/Wabash), Blue and Red Lines (Washington)

Promise Land
October 29, 7:30pm, doors open 6pm
The Athenaeum Theatre
2936 N. Southport Avenue
Fashion, wearable art, visual art, sound art, performance, and multi-media arts all explore the concept of an ideal space and/or state of being. Artists include: Melanie Adcock, Joanna Burgraf, Leigh Anne Bush, Jose Luis Corona, Ron Sager, and David Rowley.
Admission : $8.
For Information: 773-935-6860
CTA: Brown Line (Diversey); Bus 11, 76

Clothes, Costumes, and Candy
October 29, 9pm
Munkihaus
1278 N. Milwaukee Avenue
The event is a runway-style fashion show including costumes which will then be worn in a live performance. Featuring artists: J.D. Churchill and Laurel Anderson.
For Information: 773-384-9276, www.munkihauschicago.com
CTA: Blue Line (Division); Bus 9, 56, 70

18ST: Pilsen Open Studios
October 30 – 31, 11am – 7pm
Pilsen
18th Street, from Racine to Oakley Avenues
More than 30 artists will show their work in Pilsen cafes, galleries and private studios. Day of the Dead activities will be in full swing in one of the most colorful neighborhoods in the city. Free trolleys available between studios. More than 20 participating venues including: Mi Cafetal, POLVO Art Studio, Café Mestizo, d'Last Gallery, and Café Jumping Bean. Artists include: Hector Duarte, Montserrat Alsina, Roberto Ferreyra, Ricardo Hernandez, Troy Heinzeroth, and Jeff Abbey Maldonado.
For Information: 312-633-9245
CTA: Bus 9, 60, 18, 50

Shrine Workshop Vehicle
October 31, 6:30 – 9:30pm
Redmoon Theater
1463 W. Hubbard Street
Redmoon artists lead a workshop in which participants craft shrines from mundane objects and personal memorabilia. This is an opportunity to remember and celebrate the lives of those who have passed away. Participants may bring their own materials.
For Information: 312-850-8440, www.redmoon.org
CTA: Green Line (Ashland); Bus 9

Chicago Artists Month 2004: October 19 - October 25

VOICES Lecture Series
October 19, 6 – 7:15pm
October 26, 6 – 7:15pm
Gallery 400 at University of Illinois at Chicago Lecture Hall
1240 W. Harrison Street
Enjoy a presentation on October 19 by Deborah Stratman, a filmmaker recently featured at the Sundance Film Festival. On October 26 conceptual sculptor Stephanie Brooks will speak.
For Information: 312-996-6114
CTA: Blue Line (UIC-Halsted); Bus, 7, 8, 60

The Hieronymus Ensemble: ÒVictory GardenÓ
October 20, 7 – 9:30pm
Chicago Cultural Center, Claudia Cassidy Theatre
77 E. Randolph Street
The Hieronymus Ensemble explores interrelationships among art forms; music, sculpture, and poetry. New and traditional art forms from Asia, Africa, and Latin America provide the inspiration for musical compositions and improvisational performance pieces. This performance features art illusionist, Alan Everson Hicks and Daniel Godston.
For Information: 773-267-9155, www.chicagoculturalcenter.org
CTA: Brown, Green, Orange, and Purple Lines
(Randolph/Wabash), Blue and Red Lines (Washington)

Genesis: Gifts and Promised Gifts to the Permanent Collection
Exhibition: October 1 – December 31
Panel discussion: October 21, 6:30pm
Intuit: The Center for Outsider Art
756 N. Milwaukee Avenue
This inaugural exhibition highlights gifts and promised gifts from Intuit supporters across the country, including the work of renowned Chicago street artists, Lee Godie and Wesley Willis; self taught artists, William Dawson and Joseph Yoakum; and the inspired staffs of David Philpot. On Thursday, October 21 at 6:30pm, art critic James Yood leads a panel discussion on "Inspired Connections: Linkages Between the Chicago Imagists and Outsider Artists." Panel discussion: $5 donation.
For Infotrmation: 312-243-9088, www.art.org
CTA: Blue Line (Chicago); Bus 56, 66

Talk to Chicago
October 22, 3 – 10pm
River Front Art Center
500 W. Cermak Road
Sculptors, painters, photographers, installation and video artists, musicians, and fashion designers open their studios to the public. Artists include: Sydia Reyes, Faheem Majeed, Donna Seitzer, Tony Smith, Jim Wilcox, and Wardell Haywood.
For Information:312-498-6298, www.sydiareyes.org
CTA: Red Line (Cermak-Chinatown); Bus 21

Art Walks Chicago
October 22, 2 – 6pm
Meet at 600 S. Michigan Avenue
Chicago artists of all ages, emerging as well as established, will meet at 600 S. Michigan Avenue and walk through the city, with their own art, connecting with the public and each other, to the River North gallery district.This moving performance/exhibition features approximately 100 artists. Organized by Anni Holm.
For Information: 847-436-2664, www.artwalkschicago.info
CTA: Red Line (Harrison); Bus 3, 4

Connecting with Chicago Sculpture
October 22, 7 – 10pm
Sedgwick Studio
1544 N. Sedgwick Street
See a showcase of over 20 Chicago-based sculptors in this electric generating substation-turned-sculpture studio. Sculptors include: John Aducci, Michele Goldstrom, Tom Scarff, Jerry Peart, Ted Garner, and Michael Young.
For Information: 312-440-9467
CTA: Brown Line (Sedgwick); Bus 72

Arts in Action
October 8 and 22, 2 – 6pm
O'Hare International and Midway International
Airports
Traveling passengers have the opportunity to experience five "Arts in Action" stages throughout O'Hare and Midway Airports, featuring artists in the process of painting and musicians performing live jazz and classical music. Artists include: Christina Body, Angel Neris, Janelle Laccino, and Luis DeLaTorre. Presented by the Chicago Department of Aviation.
For Information: 773-686-3555, www.flychicago.com/events
CTA: Blue Line (O'Hare), Orange Line (Midway)

Art For the People: WPA Murals in Chicago Public Schools
October 23, 10am – 3:30pm
Meet at Chicago Cultural Center
78 E. Washington Street
Art historian Heather Becker leads a Chicago Neighborhood Tour of the Chicago Conservation Center and three public schools to view recently restored progressive and WPA-era murals. Motorcoach reservations are required. Mention Chicago Artists' Month to receive a $10 discount. Artists include: Edward Millman, John Edmund Walley, Rudolph Weisenborn, Margaret Hittle, and Gordon Steveson.
Admission: $50 Adults; $45 Seniors 65+; and Students 8–18.
For Information: 312-742-1190, www.chicagoneighborhoodtours.com
CTA: Brown, Green, Orange, and Purple Lines (Randolph/Wabash), Blue and Red Lines (Washington)

Art and Business/Business and Art
October 23, 10am – 5pm
The School of the Art Institute of Chicago,
Auditorium
280 S. Columbus Drive
A one-day intensive program of panel discussions dedicated to developing strategies for successful exhibition practices and investigating the business issues that affect artists. Topics will include implementing creative business plans and gallery ethics, among others. Speakers TBA. Students are free. Co-presented by the Chicago Artists' Coalition and The School of the Art Institute of Chicago.
For reservations, call the SAIC Career Development Center at 312-899-5103.
CTA: Brown, Green, Orange, and Purple Lines (Adams/Wabash); Blue and Red Lines (Monroe)

Noyes Cultural Arts Center, Actors Gymnasium
927 Noyes Street
October 23, 3 – 5pm
LINK's Hall
3435 N. Sheffield Avenue
Circus performances by The Actors Gymnasium Advanced Student Circus Ensemble Troupe combine with an exhibition of circus arts paintings by Nadine (Yadi) Royster.
Admission: $5.
For Information: 847-328-2795, www.actorsgymnasium.com
Noyes CTA: Purple Line (Noyes)
LINK's CTA: Red Line (Addison)

Group 312 Films in October
October 25, 8 – 10pm
Darkroom Bar
2210 W. Chicago Avenue
This event showcases the current monthly work of the members of the Group 312 Films collective and will feature a retrospective of videos completed by past members of the group. Artists include: Steven Tod, Brian Wyrick, Richard Syska, Galin Schevchenko, and Ralph Syverson.
For Information: 312-733-5609, www.group312films.com

Chicago Artists Month 2004: October 12 - October 18

In the Mind of the Curator
October 13
Tour of Chicago Art Open: 6pm
Panel discussion: 6:45pm
National Vietnam Veterans Art Museum 1801 S. Indiana Avenue
The Chicago Artists' Coalition presents a panel discussion of Chicago curators. Panelists include: Gregory Knight of Chicago Cultural Center, John Brunetti of the Evanston Art Center, Allison Peters of Hyde Park Art Center, and Lorelei Stewart of UIC's Gallery 400. Curators share their perspectives on what it means to curate a show from conception to artist selection, installation, promotion, and funding.
For Information: 312-670-2060, www.caconline.org
CTA: Bus 1, 3, 4, 18

Workshops: Paper Making and Simple Folded Structures
Paper Making: October 13, 7pm
Paper Folding: October 16, 2pm
Ukranian Institute of Modern Art
2320 W. Chicago Avenue
Two workshops are available. On October 13, Careid Surprenant teaches participants how to make paper using scraps provided by UIMA. On October 16, participants should bring their own paper to learn basic structure folding taught by Karen Hanmer.
For Information: 773-227-5522, www.uima-art.org
CTA: Bus 49, X49, 66

Illinois Artisans Art Spree: Art Connects with Nature
October 14, Noon – 7pm
Holiday Inn Chicago/Mart Plaza
350 N. Orleans Street
The Illinois Artisans Program/Illinois Artisans Shop holds its art sale and demonstrations of works inspired by nature in conjunction with the 31st Natural Areas Conference. Featured participants include ten Illinois artisans.
For Information: 312-814-1794
CTA: Brown Line (Merchandise Mart)

Artspaloosa at Fuller Park
October 15 – 24
Opening: October 15, 6 – 8pm
Fuller Park
331 W. 45th Street
See an expressive connection of visual and performance art from artists throughout the community. Explore quilts, paintings, dance, theater, and music from artists of all ages. Artists include: Millicent Gordon, Ellen Wade, Ronn Pitts, Ellen Wood, Briana Gaiten, and The Soul Stitchers. Admission: $1.
For Information: 312-747-6144
CTA: Red Line (47th); Bus 43, 47

Andersonville Arts Weekend
October 15, 6 – 9pm
October 16, 11am – 9pm
October 17, 11am – 5pm
Start at Berwyn and N. Clark Streets
Take a self-guided art walk and see work by dozens of artists showcased throughout the neighborhood. Visual art is displayed in galleries, cafes, shops, churches, restaurants, theaters, and additional community venues. Participating venues include: Andies Restaurant, Angel's Restaurant, Café Boost, First Free Church, Las Manos Gallery, and the Swedish American Museum. Artists include: Angela Canada Hopkins, Dan Crowley, Tim Hurley, Ralph Jumbeck, Barb Laing, and Michelle Peterson Albandoz.
For Information: 773-728-2995, www.andersonville.org
CTA: Red Line (Berwyn); Bus 92, 22

Connecting and Cultivating Communities Through Art
October 16, 3 – 8pm
DeLaTorre Arts Studio
1200 W. 35th Street
View the surreal watercolor and oil paintings of Luis DeLaTorre, and listen as he discusses how connections between communities and artists on local, national, and international levels impact creativity.
For Information: 773-927-7030, www.delatorrearts.com
CTA: Bus 35

Stable Studios Open Studio
October 16, 1 – 4pm
Stable Studios
1523 N. Kingsbury Street
This community of artists at Stable Studios opens their doors to the public. Artists include: Susan Michod, Katie Kahn, John Sparagano, Aria Knee, Joanne Harling, and Pala Townsend.
For Information: 773-935-2134
CTA: Brown Line (Sedgwick); Bus 72

Evanston Artists Open Studios
October 16 – 17, 1 – 5pm
600 N. Hartrey, Evanston
Meet mutually supportive women artists in this open studio building. Artists include: Pat Armato, Beatrice Fisher, Shelley Gilchrist, Ellen Glassmeyer, Nancy Elaine Harvey, Sharon Swidler, and Diane Thodos.
For Information: 773-764-4423
CTA: Bus 97

Coming Together
October 17, Open House, 10am – 5pm; Reception, 5 – 7pm
Switching Station Artists Loft
15 S. Homan Avenue (at Madison near Garfield Park)
Visit one of Chicago's newest live/work spaces for artists during their first public open house, with performances throughout the day and individual exhibits in participating artists' spaces. Resident artists represent a wide array of disciplines: painting, theater, photography, video, paper arts, dance and music. Over 15 participating artists including: Thomas Baker, Sarah Beckstrom, Alpha Bruton, Ellamonique, Matthew Fen, Paula Martinez, John H. Sibley and Thomas Walther.
For Information: 312-927-9929
CTA: Green Line (Kedzie); Bus 20

Carroll–Albany Open Studios
October 17, 1 – 6pm
Carroll–Albany Arts Building
319 N. Albany Avenue
This building houses the studios of approximately 15 painters, sculptors, designers in metal and wood, kite makers, glass workers, and more. Meet the artists, tour studios, and gain insights into various types of art-making. Artists include: Michael Thompson, Sharon Bladholm, Celia Greiner, Jack Burgess, Judith Seeger, and Jerry Marciniak.
For Information: 773-638-3500
CTA: Green Line (Kedzie)

Prints and Puppets for Peace
Demonstrations: October 3, 10 & 17
Sundays, Noon – 6pm
Artesia Studio
1500 N. Artesian Avenue
Printmaker Valerie Richards and Puppetmaker Margaret J. Nelson host print and puppet making demonstrations during this open studio exhibition. Light refreshments served.
For Information: 773-384-5401
CTA: Bus 49, 72

Chicago Artists Month 2004: October 5 - October 11

A Community Connects
October 8, 6 – 10pm
Acme Artists' Community
2418 W. Bloomingdale Avenue
Visit this vibrant artist community and see a community art exhibition, open studios, performances, and poetry readings. Also on display: ÒChronicles of Wicker Park,Ó a photographic exhibition in the Roberto Lopez Gallery; and a play by Virginia Boyle. Artists include: Mary Anne Cataldi, Randy Moe, Miriam Solon, and Batya and David Hernandez.
For Information: 773-292-0817
CTA: Blue Line (Western); Bus 49, X49

Reading Lessons
Opening: October 8, 5 – 7pm
October 8 – November 4
Marwen
833 N. Orleans Street
In this juried exhibition the entire Marwen community of students, teachers, alumni, artists-teachers and staff showcase their work.
For Information: 312-944-2418, x208, www.marwen.org
CTA: Brown and Purple Lines (Chicago); Bus 37, 66

Arts in Action
October 8 and 22, 2 – 6pm
O'Hare International and Midway International
Airports
Traveling passengers have the opportunity to experience five "Arts in Action" stages throughout O'Hare and Midway Airports, featuring artists in the process of painting and musicians performing live jazz and classical music. Artists include: Christina Body, Angel Neris, Janelle Laccino, and Luis DeLaTorre. Presented by the Chicago Department of Aviation.
For Information: 773-686-3555, www.flychicago.com/events
CTA: Blue Line (O'Hare), Orange Line (Midway)

Fine Arts Building Open Studios
October 8, 5 – 8pm
October 9, Noon – 6pm
Fine Arts Building
410 S. Michigan Avenue
Visit galleries and artists' studios in this art building. More than 40 artists' studios are featured as well as LIPA, Finestra, and Claudia Andersen galleries.
For Information: 312-913-0537, www.fineartsbuildingchicago.com
CTA: Brown, Green, Orange, Purple Lines
(Adams/Wabash); Blue and Red Lines (Jackson)

Transcultural Exchange's International Tile Project
Dedication: October 9, Noon – 3pm
Northside College Prep School
5501 N. Kedzie Street
This project is a collaboration of Chicago and international artists who have created over 100 mural tiles in 21 locations throughout the world. Tiles from this mural project will be permanently displayed in the entrance of Northside College Prep School. Artists include: Ginny Sykes, Ruby Barnes, Caroline Anderson, Karen Ami, and Jorge Lucero.
For Information: 773-534-3954,
www.transculturalexchange.org/tileproject
CTA: Bus 82

B.A.T.I.K.I.N.G
October 9, 1 – 4pm
Garfield Park Gold Dome
100 N. Central Park Avenue
ÒBroadening Art Through Interpretive Knowledge: Infusing Narration and Gusa (to Touch),Ó is a hands-on workshop simulating an African American quilting bee that investigates topics, issues, styles, and creativity that relate to nature and expression. Featured artist: Alpha Bruton.
For Information: 773-826-5224
CTA: Green Line (Conservatory-Central Park Drive)

Clay Connections
October 9 – 31
Preview: October 9, 6 – 10pm
Demonstrations: October 10, 11am – 4pm
Meet-the-artists: October 11, 11am – 4pm
Sun and Earth Pottery
4636 N. Ravenswood Avenue
An exhibition of works by three ceramic artists: Jodi Bessinger, John Berton, and Julie Pitzen. Throwing and hand-building demonstrations take place on October 10; open studios and meet-the-artists on October 11.
For Information: 773-383-7213, www.sunandearthpottery.com
CTA: Brown Line (Damen)

Connecting With Art: Open House
October 9, 1 – 4pm
Jane Addams Center for Arts & Culture
1136 W. Wilson Avenue
View the feature exhibit, ÒChicago Neighborhoods: Photographs by Paul D'Amato,Ó curated by the Museum of Contemporary Photography, Columbia College Chicago. In addition, enjoy demonstrations of black and white photo printing in the darkroom, and wheel throwing in the Ceramics Studio, a temporary exhibit of child and teen art, and an art workshop for children ages 9–12 and their parents.
For Information: 773-561-3500, www.hullhouse.org
CTA: Red Line (Wilson)

Edgewater Art Walk
October 9, 10am – 4pm
Gerber/Hart Library
1127 W. Granville Avenue
This tour of Edgewater begins at Gerber/Hart by viewing the library's own exhibit, ÒFashioning An Identity: 50 Years of LGBT Images.Ó It then moves to the Granville Gallery, Edgewater Library, and 35 other stops to view the best in Òhome-grownÓ artwork.
For Information: 773-561-6000, www.gerberhart.org
CTA: Red Line (Granville); Bus 36, 151

Stepping Out: Shoe Exhibition
Opening: October 9, 5 – 9pm
Artlink Global
3616 W. Wrightwood Avenue
View paintings and sculptures about shoes created by a non-profit artist group.
For Information: 773-384-4483
CTA: Blue Line (Logan Square); Bus 76, 82

East Village Arts Walk and Street Fest
October 9 – 10, Noon – 7pm
Meet at 822 N. Wood Street
Celebrate the arts in the historic East Village with a self-guided tour of artists' studios and galleries. Highlights include: a youth art exhibit at Commercial Park, special exhibitions at aesthetic eye gallery, Resaca Gallery, Rotofugi, Street Level youth Media, Stolen Buick Studio, and over 50 open artists' studios. Meet artists Erin Dance, Quang Hong, Layne Jackson, Cecilia Vargas, Christopher Meerdo, Beth Laurin, Ron Seymour, Shane Swank, and more! Maps available at participating venues and online.
For Information: 312-850-9630, www.laynejackson.com/artwalk.html
CTA: Bus 9, 50, 66

3rd Floor Studios Open House
October 9, 5 - 10pm
October 10, Noon – 6pm
3rd Floor Studios
1806 W. Cuyler Avenue
Painting, photography, watercolor, and multimedia works of art by 12 Chicago artists are on view in ten different studios in this old industrial building. Artists include: Tracy Lynn Pristas, Joyce Rebora, Stephen Smith, Cynthia Vaicunas Wahlborg, and Sue Sommers.
For Information: 773-871-7854
CTA: Brown Line (Irving Park); Bus 50, 80

Chopmarks: An Edible and Printable Feast!
October 10, 3 – 7pm
Chicago Printmakers Collaborative, 4642 N. Western Avenue
The Chopping Block, 4747 N. Lincoln Avenue
This collaboration in Lincoln Square presents art about food and food arts during a fun and free afternoon of print and cooking demonstrations. Please RSVP. Artists include: Artemio Rodriguez, Shelley Young, Dennis O'Malley, Jill Kramer, Kim Laurel, Bobby Sutton, and Deborah Maris Lader.
For Information: 773-293-2070, www.chicagoprintmakers.com
For Information: 773-472-6700, www.thechoppingblock.net
CTA: Brown Line (Western); Bus 11, 49, X49, 81

Prints and Puppets for Peace
Demonstrations: October 3, 10 & 17
Sundays, Noon – 6pm
Artesia Studio
1500 N. Artesian Avenue
Printmaker Valerie Richards and Puppetmaker Margaret J. Nelson host print and puppet making demonstrations during this open studio exhibition. Light refreshments served.
For Information: 773-384-5401
CTA: Bus 49, 72

Artists at Work Forum: Artists Connect
October 10, 6 – 7pm
Chicago Cultural Center
78 E. Washington Street
Artists who are members of artist groups and collaboratives in Chicago discuss their motivations, achievements, surprises, and plans. Featured participants include Sapphire and Crystals and Temporary Services. Presented by the Chicago Department of Cultural Affairs.
For Information: 312-744-6630, www.chicagoculturalcenter.org
CTA: Brown, Green, Orange, and Purple Lines
(Randolph/Wabash); Blue and Red Lines (Washington)

Connecting at Cornelia
October 10, 1 – 6pm
Cornelia Arts Building
1800 W. Cornelia Avenue
Celebrate the 20th anniversary of the historic Cornelia Arts Building and visit the loft studios of more than 50 artists. This vibrant art community includes jewelry, ceramic and fiber artists, painters, photographers, sculptors, as well as a small theater group, an architect and the non profit Friends of the Arts (FOTA). Meet artists Doug Birkenheuer, Tor Dettwiler, Judy Lichtenstein, Jason Messinger, James Parenti, Pam Robinson, Tiffany Stronsky, Judy Zeddies and others.
For Information: 773-935-1854, www.fota.com
CTA: Brown Line (Addison); Bus 11, 50, 152

Ravenswood Corridor Arts & Industry Walk
October 10, Noon – 6pm
Opening: October 9, 4 – 10pm
Start at Peter Jones Gallery
1806 W. Cuyler Avenue
Take a tour of art studios, industrial venues, and businesses in the dynamic Ravenswood neighborhood. Enjoy music and art at the opening celebration on Saturday evening. Featured venues include: Lillstreet Art Center, Fire Arts Center, Byron Street Studios, Jones-Izzo Gallery, the Men's Art Forum, and Café 28. Presented by the Chicago Women's Caucus for Art and the Jane Addams Resource Corporation.
For Information: 773-883-4407
CTA: Brown Line (Irving Park); Bus 11, 50, 80

Speaking in Color-Intuitive Artists Connect
October 10 – November 1
Opening: October 10, 2 – 5pm
Ancient Echoes Gallery
1022A W. Armitage Avenue
Esperanza Community Services and Ancient Echoes present recent work by three mid-career artists with developmental disabilities. Media includes oil pastel, colored pencil, marker, and acrylic. Artists include: Johnny Rodriguez, Bobby Tirelli, and Hector Rivera.
For Information: 312-243-8042, www.esperanzacommunityservices.org
CTA: Brown Line (Armitage)

A Celebration of Literary, Visual and Performing Arts
Open house: October 10, 2 – 5pm
Artists' Salon: October 13, 7 – 9pm
Portage Park Center for the Arts
5801 W. Dakin Street
Exhibits of student art and professional photography, performances and music recitals make up this open house and celebration of art and community spirit. Bring your art, music or literary piece to the artist's salon on October 13. Artists include: Reggie Ezell, Jennifer La Civita, Leah Egan, Lynn Davis, Cara Magrowski, and Elaine Luther. Suggested donation: $5 on October 13.
For Information: 773-205-0151
CTA: Bus 85, 80, 91

Chicago Artists Month 2004: October 1 - October 4

First Friday Open Studios at the Flat Iron Building
Opening: October 1,6 – 10pm
October 1 – 29
Flat Iron Arts Building
1579 N. Milwaukee Avenue
Artists include: Diana Solis, Marketa Sivek, Eric David Hamilton,
Balthazar Castillo, Bernard Colbert, and Alajandro Magana.
For Information: 773-253-0075
CTA: Blue Line (Damen); Bus 50, 56, 72

Open Studios
Opening: October 1, 6 – 9pm
October 1 – 31
Gallery 1633 and Showroom 1629
1629 N. Damen Avenue
This Bucktown gallery brings artists together from all over the city and is currently showing a group of 16 artists Thursdays through Sundays. In addition, the Montana Morrison Studio and Showroom is open Saturdays and Sundays and by appointment. Artists include: Montana Morrison, Karen Carlson, Neil Hornack, and Stan Gasowski.
For Information: 773-384-4441
CTA: Blue Line (Damen); Bus 50, 56, 72

Artoberfest
Opening: October 1, 5 – 9pm
October 1 – 3
Sulzen Fine Arts Studio
2720 W. Saint Georges Court
Painters, photographers, and sculptors exhibit current work in this three-day open-studio event in Logan Square. Artists include: Julie Sulzen, Dan Zamudio, Brian Busch, Kathy Busch, Kurt Andersen, and Scott Bullock.
For Information: 312-409-4618, www.juliesulzen.com
CTA: Bus 76

34th Annual Artists' Open House
Opening: October 1, 6 – 10pm
October 2 – 3, Noon – 7pm
Chicago Arts District
Meet at: South Halsted and 18th Street
Mee established emerging artists who live and work in Chicago's oldest art community. Visitors have unique opportunity to connect with art in the artist' private studios and intimate galleries. Featuring more than 80 Chicago contemporary artists and several galleries, including: Kimberly Aubuchon, Dubhe Carreño, Marcos Raya, Sally Ko, Unit B Gallery, 4Arts Inc., and David Moskow.
For Information: 312-738-8000, www.chicagoartsdistrict.org
CTA: Orange Line (Halsted); Bus 8, 18

The Freedom of the Art
Opening: October 1, 5pm
October 1 – 29
Mess Hall
6932 N. Glennwood Avenue
Little City Foundation Multi-Disciplinary Arts Center hosts this collaborative exhibition celebrating the work of Chicago-area artists with developmental and other disabilities.
For Information: 847-221-7764, www.artistical.org
CTA: Red Line (Morse)

Tone Color Texture and Gesture Mark Tempo
Opening: October 1, 6:30 – 9:30pm
Performances: October 1, 9:30pm; October 7, 8pm
October 1 – November 8
Springman Studio
120 W. Kinzie Street
A dynamic collaboration between jazz musician David Boyken and visual artist Alan Bolle. Steven Tod and The Transaction Ensemble performs on October 1 and 7 in an environment of moving images. Performance admission $10.
For Information: 312-316-6228
CTA: Bus 22, 36

The Intuit Show of Folk and Outsider Art
October 2, 11am – 6pm
October 3, Noon – 5pm
Benefit: October 1, 6 – 10pm
Intuit: The Center for Outsider Art
756 N. Milwaukee Avenue
This is a chance to take advantage of a sale of folk, outsider, self-taught, Americana, found objects, and ethnographic art. Artists include: Derek Webster, David Philpot, Mr. Imagination, Henry Darger, and Joseph Yoakum. Admission: $10. Special fund-raising benefit on October 1. Admission: $150. For Information: 312-243-9088, www.art.org CTA: Blue Line (Chicago); Bus 56, 66

Art Careers: Workshop
October 2, 10am – 5pm
Cole Studio
410 S. Michigan Avenue
Artist Maria Tomasula will present a workshop demonstration and lecture on developing an artist career in the fine arts in Chicago. Other invited artists include Grace Cole and Beth Leaky.
For Information: 312-362-9890, www.gracecole.com
CTA: Brown and Orange Lines (Library); Blue and Red
Lines (Jackson); Bus 3, 4, 6, 14, 28, 126, 145, 146, 147

Mudhouse Studio Open House and Exhibition
October 2, 10am – 4pm
Mudhouse Studio
3841 N. Ashland Avenue
Karen Ami demonstrates mosaic tile applications throughout the day.
For Information: 773-975-7522, www.mudhousestudio.com
CTA: Brown Line (Irving Park); Bus 9

Gene(sis): Contemporary Art Explores Human Genomics
September 10 – November 28
Symposium: October 2, 9am – 4pm
Mary and Leigh Block Museum of Art, Northwestern University
40 Arts Circle Drive, Evanston
From digitally-altered photographs of Òmanimals,Ó to abstract gene-mapping paintings, this exhibition investigates the potential social, emotional, and ethical implications of genetic research. "Gene(sis)" features more than 50 works by renowned and emerging artists including Chicago-based Eduardo Kac, I–igo Manglano-Ovalle and Dario Robleto. In the free symposium, "Outside-In: Exploring the Human Genome Project from Across the Disciplines," experts from various fields discuss the impact of genomics on all aspects of human life and culture.
For Information: 847-491-4000, www.blockmuseum.northwestern.edu

Fifth Annual KidFest
October 2, Noon – 6pm
Lifeline Theater
6912 N. Glenwood Avenue
This street arts festival offers live performances by Tyego Dance Company, excerpts from the current KidSeries show, ÒBunnicula,Ó and hands-on art projects for children. Presented by Lifeline Theatre.
For Information: 773-761-4477, www.lifelinetheatre.com
CTA: Red Line (Morse); Bus 96, 147, 151, 155

Art Synthesis '04
October 2 – December 4
Opening: October 2, 2 – 4pm
Chicago Public Library, Independence Branch
3548 W. Irving Park Road
The Artists' Council of the Friends of the Independence Branch Library hosts an exhibition of diverse works by local community artists to generate awareness in the art of the neighborhood. Artists include: Mike Barret Kolasinski, Kim Laurel, George C. Clark, Lourdes S. Guerrero, Thomas Sammartino, and Linda Hyong.
For Information: 312-744-0900
CTA: Blue Line (Irving Park); Bus 80, 82

Rogers Park Studio Walk and Glenwood Avenue Arts Fest
October 2 – 3, Noon – 6pm
Guided walks at 2pm and 4pm
Lifeline Theatre
6900 - 7000 N. Glenwood Avenue at Morse Avenue
Bring your family to this three-tiered art experience: Rogers Park Open Studio Walk on Saturday and Sunday, October 2 and 3; the Glenwood Avenue Arts Fest and Kid Fest on Saturday, October 2 only. Venues participating in the Studio Walk include: ArtSpace, Cobbler's Mall, Cocoabean Café, Heartland Café, Mess Hall, No Exit, and Phantom Limb Studios. Also, visit the individual artists' studios of Richard Bough, Bill Boyce, Sandi Chaplin, Steven Obendorf, Michael O'Brien, Tory Ortscheid and Stephanie Strange. Maps available at Heartland Café, 7000 N. Glenwood Avenue or Lifeline Theater, 6912 N. Glenwood Avenue.
For Information: 773-262-3790, www.rogerspark.com
CTA: Red Line (Morse); Bus 96, 147, 151, 155

Prints and Puppets for Peace
Demonstrations: October 3, 10 & 17
Sundays, Noon – 6pm
Artesia Studio
1500 N. Artesian Avenue
Printmaker Valerie Richards and Puppetmaker Margaret J. Nelson host print and puppet making demonstrations during this open studio exhibition. Light refreshments served.
For Information: 773-384-5401
CTA: Bus 49, 72

Creative Connections: Collaborative Arts Open House
October 3, 1 - 4pm
The Hyde Park Art Center
5307 S. Hyde Park Blvd.
A Free family fest with hands-on art activities, story-telling and performances of song and dance!
For Information: 773-324-5520, www.hydeparkart.org

Between Us: Making Art Together
October 4, 10am – 5pm
Chicago Children's Museum, Kraft Artabounds Studio
700 E. Grand Avenue at Navy Pier
This innovative display of children's art highlights projects made in this studio and documentation of the process. Free with museum admission: $7 Children and Adults, $6 Seniors,
Children under one and CCM Members are free.
For Information: 312-527-1000, www.chichildrensmuseum.org
CTA: Bus 29, 65, 66, 124