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)