Wednesday, October 29, 2008

Events


Hey everyone......party at Peter Jones Gallery Halloween night!

Shows


Jackie Moses is part of a show at Flourish Studio; 3020 n. Lincoln ave
Opening Friday, November 7th, 6-9

Sandra Holubow has work included in the
American Jewish Artists Club exhibit, "Let There Be Light," at
the Mendelson Gallery of Temple Sholom, 3480 N. Lake Shore Drive.
Sunday, November 2, is the opening reception, 12 noon until 1:45 PM.
The exhibit continues through January 7, 2009.

Karena Karras is have a Closing Reception: Saturday - Nov. 16pm - 8pm
Morpho Gallery
5216 N. Damen, Chicago, IL
for more information call: 773-878-4255
Show will be up until-Nov 1, 2008
Gallery hours: Monday thru Saturday- Thurs, Fri 1-6pm and Sat 12 - 6pm
Monday thru Wednesday by Appointment 10am-2pm
for more information please go to metmwww.morphogallery.com/futureevents.htm or to see more work online by Karena Karras visit http://www.karenakarras.com/

This November David De Rosa is participating in the
Open Studio Program: Storefront in the Pedway below the
Chicago Cultural Center, 77 E. Randolph St. Chicago, IL.
November 1–29
Days and Hours: M-F 8-6, weekends by appointment.

Helena Engel will be participating in the show Eco Art
Appolo Theater, 2540 N Lincoln
Through 11-9
Helena and family members will participate in the show CoCreations
Wishbone, Lincoln and School
Closing Reception Thursday 10/30, 6 to 9
Helena also has a solo show
Starbucks at Roscoe Village, Roscoe and Selley
Through November 2nd
All of Helena's shows are part of Chicago Artists Month


Continuing through November 9, 2008-Bonnie Peterson is part of
The Art of Democracy at LUMA
The exhibition, timed to coincide with the 2008 Presidential election displays works by 60 printmakers whose art is concerned with democracy, social activism and political change.
The artists continue the tradition of using poster and print media as a vehicle for social advocacy and propaganda.The exhibition is organized by the New York Society of Etchers and includes 25 Chicago-based artists.Hours of LUMA: Monday-closedTuesday: 10:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m. (free admission) (otherwise its suggested admission!!!!)
Wednesday - Sunday: 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.General visitor info for LUMA:
http://www.luc.edu/luma/visitor.html

"Memories of a past long gone........"Argentinean artist Beatriz Ledesma presents an exploration of the rituals and designs of the Diaguitas Indians
runs through November 7th, 2008
Beatriz also has paintings and prints at the Writer's Workspace opening later this month
.

Peter N. Gray will be one of the featured artists at the Science in Art Exhibition at the University of Chicago Center for Integrative Science.
The exhibition dates are October 10 through December 13, 2008.
Peter's sculpture work can be seen at
http://www.metal-i-genics.com/.

Both Dierde Fox and George C. Clark are part of
"Inspiration in Andersonville:Exploring Cultural Heritage and Artistic Innovation,"
a group exhibition at the Swedish American Museum Center, Oct. 3-31


Chicago Women's Caucus for Art Presents: MEMBERS' EXHIBITION
Peter Jones Gallery
1806 W. Cuyler.Closing reception November 9, 3 - 6 p.m.
This exhibit is in-conjunction with Chicago Artists' Month and ArtWalk Ravenswood. Shelley Gilchrist is a breakfast member featured in the show.

"QUIET REVELATIONS"One-Woman Exhibition and Concert by Kathryn Gauthier
An exhibition of oil and watercolor landscape paintings. On display, in the auditorium, throughout the month of October.
Morton Grove Public Library
6140 N. Lincoln Ave. in Morton Grove, IL. (847) 965-4220


Beatriz Ledesma will be showing her 2005 series "Keys" at
The State Street Gallery in a group show
The State Street Gallery presents "Chicago Meets Argentina"
Recent works by Argentinean Artists living in Chicago and the Midwest.
The State Street Gallery@ Robert Morris College
401 S State StreetChicago IL 606053
Show Closing: November 23, 2008

Wednesday, October 22, 2008

Events


Shows

Helena Engel will be participating in the show Eco Art
Appolo Theater, 2540 N Lincoln Reception Thursday 10/24, 5 to 7
Part of October Artists' MonthThrough 11-9

Helena Engel, and family members will participate in the show CoCreationsWishbone, Lincoln and School
Closing Reception Thursday 10/30, 6 to 9
Part of October Artists' MonthThrough 10-30

Helena also has a solo show
Opening Friday, October 24, 2008, 7-10pm
Starbucks at Roscoe Village, Roscoe and Selley
Part of October Artists' Month, Through November 2nd


Thinking about Persephone
Samhain/Day of the Dead...thinking about Persephone EXHIBIT Exhibiting artists include: Sean Culver, Laura Coyle, Kapra FlemingLourdes Guerreo, Fletcher Hayes, Whitney HetrickRobert Kameczura, Pauline Kochanski, Barbara KoenenJohn Kurtz, Kim Laurel, Diane Levesque Miguel Lopez-Lemus, Bert Menco, James Mesple Michael Montenegroe, Ginny Sykes, Charlie B. Thorne and others.
Irish American Heritage Center,
4626 N. Knox, Chicago, IL 60630
Special Exhibit hours on HalloweenFriday, October 31, 6 to 9 PM
All other dates:Saturdays and Sundays, October 18 to November 16
Gallery Hours: 1 to 4 PM

Continuing through November 9, 2008-Bonnie Peterson is part of
The Art of Democracy at LUMA
The exhibition, timed to coincide with the 2008 Presidential election displays works by 60 printmakers whose art is concerned with democracy, social activism and political change. The artists continue the tradition of using poster and print media as a vehicle for social advocacy and propaganda.
The exhibition is organized by the New York Society of Etchers and includes 25 Chicago-based artists.
Hours of LUMA: Monday-closedTuesday: 10:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m. (free admission) (otherwise its suggested admission!!!!)
Wednesday - Sunday: 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.General visitor info for LUMA:
http://www.luc.edu/luma/visitor.html

Rita Dianni-Kaleel and Julia Oehmke are in a group exhibition
at Maria Pappas' office, County Building, 118 N. Clark, Ste 112
from September 23rd thru Oct 27th.

"Memories of a past long gone........"Argentinean artist Beatriz Ledesma presents an exploration of the rituals and designs of the Diaguitas Indiansruns through November 7th, 2008Beatriz also has paintings and prints atthe Writer's Workspace opening later this month.

Peter N. Gray will be one of the featured artists at the Science in Art Exhibition at the University of Chicago Center for Integrative Science.
The exhibition dates are October 10 through December 13, 2008.
Peter's sculpture work can be seen at
http://www.metal-i-genics.com/.

Alan Emerson Hicks and Victoria Szilagyi are having a two person exhibiton as part of Chicago Artists month.
"Flotsam and Jetsam"The Charnel House
3421 W. Fullerton Ave. Chicago, IL
(773) 885-2263/www.thecharnelhousechicago.com
show runs through October 29th
Viewing hours: Fridays, Saturdays and Sunday 12pm-5pm


Karena Karras surrealist/metarealist painter is having a solo show at Morpho Gallery, 5216 N. Damen, Chicago, IL
Show runs through Nov 1st.for more info www.morphogallery.com/futureevents.htm

George C. Clark is part of
FIGURES THROUGH DIFFERENT EYES
An exhibition by members of the Figurative Art League in the second floor gallery of the
Noyes Cultural Center, 927 Noyes Street, Evanston, IL
Sept. 28 to Oct. 26, 2008

Both Dierde Fox and George C. Clark are part of
"Inspiration in Andersonville:Exploring Cultural Heritage and Artistic Innovation," a group exhibition at the Swedish American Museum Center, Oct. 3-31

"CAFE PARIS TO CAFE CHICAGO" is an exhibit by the Chicago Artist's Networking Breakfast GroupWork by 31 artists on exhibit.
WHERE: AUGUST HOUSE STUDIO
2113 W. RoscoeChicago, IL 60618 (773) 327-5644
GALLERY HOURS: Thursday - Saturday 1:00 pm - 5:00 pmShow runs through October 26th

Chicago Women's Caucus for Art Presents: MEMBERS' EXHIBITION
Peter Jones Gallery
1806 W. Cuyler.
Closing reception November 9, 3 - 6 p.m.
This exhibit is in-conjunction with Chicago Artists' Month and ArtWalk Ravenswood. Shelley Gilchrist is a breakfast member featured in the show.


"QUIET REVELATIONS"
One-Woman Exhibition and Concert by Kathryn Gauthier
An exhibition of oil and watercolor landscape paintings. On display, in the auditorium, throughout the month of October.
Morton Grove Public Library
6140 N. Lincoln Ave. in Morton Grove, IL. (847) 965-4220

Chicago Printmakers CollaborativeWorkshop Print Gallery
NOW SHOWING: Art of DemocracyPart of a nation-wide series of printmaking exhibitions hosted by the New York Society of Etchers
September 13 - November 1, 2008

Beatriz Ledesma will be showing her 2005 series "Keys" at
The State Street Gallery in a group show
The State Street Gallery presents "Chicago Meets Argentina"
Recent works by Argentinean Artists living in Chicago and the Midwest.
The State Street Gallery@ Robert Morris College
401 S State StreetChicago IL 606053
Show Closing: November 23, 2008

Extra stuff

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Wednesday, October 15, 2008

Announcement!

from Jill specks to all artists who teach....I will be teaching ceramics in Glencoe (winter/Jan 09) and wanted to pass the word...

Subject:Glencoe Park District is seeking art instructors for Youth and

Adult in these areas:
Ø Painting: Watercolor, acrylics, or oil
Ø Drawing

Ø Pastels
Ø Printmaking
Ø Mosaics
Ø Jewelry Making

call or email:.Kelly SheaArts and Youth Program Manager
(847)835-7536
Kshea@glencoeparkdistrict.com
J.P.Specksjsjs@rcn.com
773.750.5763

Shows




Sari Maxfield is showing at
Around the Coyote
This weekend October 17-19
this held this year at
Plumbers Hall in West Loop.
Address is 1340 W Washington.
Sari was selected as one of the "Curator's Choice artists by Guest Curator is Allison Peters Quinn, Director of Exhbitions at Hyde Park Art Center.
Sari's booth # 91.

Opening reception ...thinking about Persephone
Samhain/Day of the Dead...thinking about Persephone EXHIBIT OPENING RECEPTION
Friday, October 17, 6 to 9 PM
Exhibiting artists include: Sean Culver, Pauline Kochanski, Charlie Thorne, Laura Coyle, Kim Laurel, Fletcher Hayes, Lourdes Guerreo, Miguel Lopez-Lemus, Kapra Fleming, Michael Montenegroe, Barbara Koenen, James Mesple, Whitney Hetrick, and others.
Irish American Heritage Center,
4626 N. Knox, Chicago, IL 60630
Special Exhibit hours on HalloweenFriday, October 31, 6 to 9 PM
All other dates:Saturdays and Sundays, October 18 to November 16
Gallery Hours: 1 to 4 PM

Continuing through November 9, 2008-Bonnie Peterson is part of
The Art of Democracy at LUMA
The exhibition, timed to coincide with the 2008 Presidential election displays works by 60 printmakers whose art is concerned with democracy, social activism and political change. The artists continue the tradition of using poster and print media as a vehicle for social advocacy and propaganda.
The exhibition is organized by the New York Society of Etchers and includes 25 Chicago-based artists.
Hours of LUMA: Monday: closedTuesday: 10:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m. (free admission) (otherwise its suggested admission!!!!)Wednesday - Sunday: 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
General visitor info for LUMA:
http://www.luc.edu/luma/visitor.htmlWeb page about this exhibition:http://www.luc.edu/luma/Exhibition_page/exhibitions.html#art%20of%20democracy

Rita Dianni-Kaleel and Julia Oehmke are in a group exhibition
at Maria Pappas' office, County Building, 118 N. Clark, Ste 112
from September 23rd thru Oct 27th.

"Memories of a past long gone........"
Argentinean artist Beatriz Ledesma presents an exploration of the rituals and designs of the Diaguitas Indians
runs through November 7th, 2008
Beatriz also has paintings and prints at
the Writer's Workspace opening later this month.

Peter N. Gray will be one of the featured artists at the Science in Art Exhibition at the University of Chicago Center for Integrative Science.
The exhibition dates are October 10 through December 13, 2008.
Peter's sculpture work can be seen at http://www.metal-i-genics.com/.

Alan Emerson Hicks and Victoria Szilagyi are having a two person exhibiton as part of Chicago Artists month.
"Flotsam and Jetsam"
The Charnel House
3421 W. Fullerton Ave. Chicago, IL
(773) 885-2263/www.thecharnelhousechicago.com
show runs through October 29th
Viewing hours: Fridays, Saturdays and Sunday 12pm-5pm

Catherine Cajandig has prints in juried show at
Bloomingdale ParkDistrict Museum, 108 S, Bloomingdale Rd. Bloomingdale, IL.
Show title: "About Face" Sept. 13 to Oct 18.

Karena Karras surrealist/metarealist painter is having a solo show at Morpho Gallery, 5216 N. Damen, Chicago, IL
Show runs through Nov 1st.for more info www.morphogallery.com/futureevents.htm

George C. Clark is part of FIGURES THROUGH DIFFERENT EYES
An exhibition by members of the Figurative Art League in the second floor gallery of the
Noyes Cultural Center, 927 Noyes Street, Evanston, IL
Sept. 28 to Oct. 26, 2008

Kim Laurel, George C. Clark, Fletcher Hayes and Victoria Szilagyi are part of The CHICAGO ART OPEN 2008
The largest and most comprehensive exhibition of contemporary Chicago artists is on view October 3-19
at the historic Merchandise Mart in River North, 8th floor, Chicago, IL

Both Dierde and George C. Clark are part of"Inspiration in Andersonville:Exploring Cultural Heritage and Artistic Innovation," a group exhibition at the Swedish American Museum Center, Oct. 3-31

"CAFE PARIS TO CAFE CHICAGO" is an exhibit by the Chicago Artist's Networking Breakfast GroupWork by 31 artists on exhibit.
WHERE: AUGUST HOUSE STUDIO 2113 W. RoscoeChicago, IL 60618 (773) 327-5644
GALLERY HOURS: Thursday - Saturday 1:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Show runs through October 26th

Chicago Women's Caucus for Art Presents: MEMBERS' EXHIBITION, Peter Jones Gallery, 1806 W. Cuyler.
Closing reception November 9, 3 - 6 p.m.
This exhibit is in-conjunction with Chicago Artists' Month and ArtWalk Ravenswood. Shelley Gilchrist is a breakfast member featured in the show.

"QUIET REVELATIONS"One-Woman Exhibition and Concert by Kathryn GauthierAn exhibition of oil and watercolor landscape paintings.
Paintings will be on display in the auditorium throughout the month of October.
Morton Grove Public Library
6140 N. Lincoln Ave. in Morton Grove, IL. (847) 965-4220

Chicago Printmakers CollaborativeWorkshop Print GalleryNOW SHOWING: Art of DemocracyPart of a nation-wide series of printmaking exhibitions hosted by the New York Society of Etchers
September 13 - November 1, 2008

Beatriz Ledesma will be showing her 2005 series "Keys" at
The State Street Gallery in a group show
The State Street Gallery presents "Chicago Meets Argentina"
Recent works by Argentinean Artists living in Chicago and the Midwest.
The State Street Gallery@ Robert Morris College
401 S State StreetChicago IL 606053
Show Closing: November 23, 2008

Wednesday, October 8, 2008

Events

Chicago Printmakers CollaborativeUpcoming News & Events
October 2008
FREE event: Saturday, October 11, 12-5pm
in celebration of CHICAGO ARTIST MONTH 2008!

The Print As Democratic Medium• hands-on print demos• byots - bring your own t-shirt for screen printing on• make your very own political buttons!• politics, art and fun for all ages• really yummy red and blue snacks (hmmm...)• view political posters and prints from across the nation from the Art of Democracy Show (see below)•
Open House, tours of the CPC and MORE!• please plan on VOTING this year your life depends on it.
The Art of Democracy Part of a nation-wide series of printmaking exhibitions organized by the New York Society of Etchers
continuing through November 1, 2008
The CPC's "The Art of Democracy" is part of a network of exhibitions and events that are taking place in Chicago, San Francisco, Seattle, St. Louis, New York, Atlanta, and other cities across the U.S.
The printmaking medium has historically proven itself as a prime democratic broadcaster of artistic and political vision. Join us as we work to amplify the artistic voices willing to speak out in these dangerous times.
Gallery hours are Wednesdays and Saturdays, 12-5 and by appointment

Exhibiting artists:
Alex Chitty
Misha Goro
Carrie Iverson
Deborah Maris Lader
Artemio Rodriguez
Shira Soskel
Megan Sterling
Kyra Termini

with a special showing of posters made by Misha Goro's students at the American Academy of Art. Posters from print artists across the nation will also be on display.for more info, also see www.artofdemocracy.org

The CPC is located in Lincoln Square, at 4642 N. Western Avenue., just across the street from the Brown Line el stop, on the west side of the street, between Wilson and Leland. Check us out on the web:www.chicagoprintmakers.com

Get inky everyone!!!!

Shows


Rita Dianni-Kaleel and Julia Oehmke are in a group exhibition at Maria Pappas' office, County Building, 118 N. Clark, Ste 112 from September 23rd thru Oct 27th.Reception Thursday, October 9th 4 pm.

"Memories of a past long gone........"
Argentinean artist Beatriz Ledesma presents an exploration of the rituals and designs of the Diaguitas Indians
Opening Friday, October 10th, 2008, 5-8pm
runs through November 7th, 2008
Beatriz also has paintings and prints at
the Writer's Workspace opening later this month.

Peter N. Gray will be one of the featured artists at the Science in Art Exhibition at the University of Chicago Center for Integrative Science. The exhibition dates are October 10 through December 13, 2008. Peter's sculpture work can be seen at http://www.metal-i-genics.com/.

Alan Emerson Hicks and Victoria Szilagyi are having a two person exhibiton as part of Chicago Artists month.
"Flotsam and Jetsam"
The Charnel House
3421 W. Fullerton Ave. Chicago, IL
(773) 885-2263/www.thecharnelhousechicago.com
show runs throu October 29th
Viewing hours: Fridays, Saturdays and Sunday 12pm-5pm

Catherine Cajandig has prints in juried show at Bloomingdale ParkDistrict Museum, 108 S, Bloomingdale Rd. Bloomingdale, IL.
Show title: "About Face" Sept. 13 to Oct 18.

Karena Karras surrealist/metarealist painter is having a solo show at Morpho Gallery, 5216 N. Damen, Chicago, IL
Show runs through Nov 1st.for more info www.morphogallery.com/futureevents.htm

George C. Clark is part of FIGURES THROUGH DIFFERENT EYES
An exhibition by members of the Figurative Art League in the second floor gallery of the Noyes Cultural Center, 927 Noyes Street, Evanston, IL
Sept. 28 to Oct. 26, 2008

Kim Laurel, George C. Clark, Fletcher Hayes and Victoria Szilagyi are part ofThe CHICAGO ART OPEN 2008
The largest and most comprehensive exhibition of contemporary Chicago artists is on view October 3-19at the historic Merchandise Mart in River North8th floor), Chicago, IL

Both Dierde and George C. Clark are part of"Inspiration in Andersonville:Exploring Cultural Heritage and Artistic Innovation," a group exhibition at the Swedish American Museum Center, Oct. 3-31

George C. Clark's painting "Lionel" will be on exhibit throughout October in the window of the Great Bread Company, 2126 Central Street in Evanston.

"CAFE PARIS TO CAFE CHICAGO" is an exhibit by the Chicago Artist's Networking Breakfast GroupWork by 31 artists on exhibit.
WHERE: AUGUST HOUSE STUDIO 2113 W. RoscoeChicago, IL 60618 (773) 327-5644
GALLERY HOURS: Thursday - Saturday 1:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Show runs through October 26th

Chicago Women's Caucus for Art Presents: MEMBERS' EXHIBITION, Peter Jones Gallery, 1806 W. Cuyler.
Closing reception November 9, 3 - 6 p.m.
This exhibit is in-conjunction with Chicago Artists' Month and ArtWalk Ravenswood. Shelley Gilchrist is a breakfast member featured in the show.

"QUIET REVELATIONS"One-Woman Exhibition and Concert by Kathryn GauthierAn exhibition of oil and watercolor landscape paintings.
Paintings will be on display in the auditorium throughout the month of October.

Chicago Printmakers CollaborativeWorkshop Print GalleryNOW SHOWING: Art of DemocracyPart of a nation-wide series of printmaking exhibitions hosted by the New York Society of Etchers
September 13 - November 1, 2008

Beatriz Ledesma will be showing her 2005 series "Keys" at
The State Street Gallery in a group show
The State Street Gallery presents "Chicago Meets Argentina"
Recent works by Argentinean Artists living in Chicago and the Midwest.
The State Street Gallery@ Robert Morris College
401 S State StreetChicago IL 606053
Show Closing: November 23, 2008

Julia Oehmke will be in the juried show at the Northbrook Public Library in Northbrook , IL

Wednesday, October 1, 2008

Shows


Alan Emerson Hicks and Victoria Szilagyi are having a two person exhibiton as part of Chicago Artists month!

"Flotsam and Jetsam"
The Charnel House
3421 W. Fullerton Ave. Chicago, IL

(773) 885-2263/www.thecharnelhousechicago.com
Opening reception: Thursday-October 2nd 2008, 7pm-11pm

With a performance by beautiful belly dance April Jouse, a member of the Jasmine Jahal Dance Company....don't miss it!

show runs throu October 29th
Viewing hours: Fridays, Saturdays and Sunday 12pm-5pm


Congrats to Sari Maxfield!!!!!
Sari Maxfield is featured in the latest New American Paintings
#77, a juried exhibition-in-print. The juror was Raphaela Platow, director and chief curator at the Contemporary Arts Center, Cincinnati, Ohio.


Catherine Cajandig has prints in juried show at Bloomingdale Park
District Museum, 108 S, Bloomingdale Rd. Bloomingdale, IL. Show title:
"About Face" Sept. 13 to Oct 18.




Jill Specks studio 207 at Lillstreet Art Center
Ravenswood Art Walk
Join us for this VIP signature event of the Ravenswood Art Walk (R.A.W) in honor of Chicago Artists' Month. Each year, the Tour of Arts & Industry in the Ravenswood corridor includes more than 50 venues and hundreds of working, professional artists. (www.artwalkravenswood.org/) Visit artists’ studios to see amazing work at this leading regional ceramics center in the country.
Oct. 4 and 5 -- Sat. and Sun.
Lillstreet Art Center
4401 North Ravenswood
Chicago, IL 60640 773.769.4226
lillstreet@lillstreet.com

Karena Karras surrealist/metarealist painter is having a solo show at Morpho Gallery, 5216 N. Damen, Chicago, IL
"The Dinner Party - Miniature Surrealist Portraits" are some of the works from her series of 100 surreal miniature portraits paired with a large painting depicting a dinner party with guests being from the portrait miniatures.
Opening Reception: Friday, October 3rd, 2008, 6pm-11pm
Show runs through Nov 1st.
for more info www.morphogallery.com/futureevents.htm
or too see more of Karena's work http://www.karenakarras.com/

George C. Clark is part of FIGURES THROUGH DIFFERENT EYES
An exhibition by members of the Figurative Art League in the second floor gallery of the Noyes Cultural Center, 927 Noyes Street, Evanston, IL
Sept. 28 to Oct. 26, 2008

Kim Laurel, George C. Clark, Fletcher Hayes and Victoria Szilagyi
are part of
The CHICAGO ART OPEN 2008
The largest and most comprehensive exhibition
of contemporary Chicago artists is on view October 3-19
at the historic Merchandise Mart in River North
8th floor), ChicagoOct. 3-19,
Benefit opening reception Friday, Oct. 3

Dierdre Fox is a featured artist for Chicago Artist Month this year.
Both Dierde and George C. Clark are part of
"Inspiration in Andersonville:Exploring Cultural Heritage and Artistic Innovation," a group exhibition at the Swedish American Museum Center, Oct. 3-31,
with the opening on Oct. 3 from 6to 9 pm
and an artists panel talk on Oct. 5 from 4 to6 pm, moderated by Cynthia Quick from the Dept. of Cultural Affairs.

George C. Clark's painting "Lionel" will be on exhibit throughout October in the window of the Great Bread Company, 2126 Central Street in Evanston.

"CAFE PARIS TO CAFE CHICAGO" is an exhibit by the Chicago Artist's Networking Breakfast Group
Work by 31 artists on exhibit.
WHERE: AUGUST HOUSE STUDIO 2113 W. RoscoeChicago, IL 60618 (773) 327-5644
WHEN: October 1st - 26th
OPENING RECEPTION: Friday October 3, 2008, 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
CLOSING RECEPTION: Sunday October 26th, 2008
TIME: 1:00 pm - 5:00 pm
GALLERY HOURS: Thursday - Saturday 1:00 pm - 5:00 pm


Chicago Women's Caucus for Art Presents: MEMBERS' EXHIBITION, opening October 4, reception 4 - 6 p.m. followed by ArtWalk Ravenswood reception, 7 - 11 p.m.
Peter Jones Gallery, 1806 W. Cuyler.
Closing reception November 9, 3 - 6 p.m. This exhibit is in-conjunction with Chicago Artists' Month and ArtWalk Ravenswood.
Shelley Gilchrist is a breakfast member featured in the show.

"QUIET REVELATIONS"One-Woman Exhibition and Concert by Kathryn Gauthier
An exhibition of oil and watercolor landscape paintings.
Concert: Sunday, October 5th, 2008, 2:00 pm(an acoustic blend of bossa nova, swing, and original folk/blues)
Where: Morton Grove Public Library
6140 Lincoln Ave.Morton Grove, IL(847) 965-4220
Paintings will be on display in the auditorium throughout the month of October.

Rita Dianni-Kaleel and Julia Oehmke are in a group exhibition at Maria Pappas' office, County Building, 118 N. Clark, Ste 112 from September 23rd thru Oct 27th.
Reception Thursday, October 9th 4 pm.

Chicago Printmakers CollaborativeWorkshop Print Gallery
NOW SHOWING: Art of DemocracyPart of a nation-wide series of printmaking exhibitions hosted by the New York Society of Etchers
September 13 - November 1, 2008


Beatriz Ledesma will be showing her 2005 series "Keys" atThe State Street Gallery in a group show
The State Street Gallery presents "Chicago Meets Argentina"Recent works by Argentinean Artists living in Chicago and the Midwest.
The State Street Gallery@ Robert Morris College 401 S State StreetChicago IL 606053
Show Closing: November 23, 2008

"Later Impressions 2008" in the Chicago Cultural CenterRenaissance Court, 77 E. Randolph,is the juried exhibit of SAN (Senior Artists Network), for artists 50 years and up.Breakfast Group members chosen to exhibit their works are Sandra Holubow, Myrna Knepler, Joan Minsky, Julia Oehmke, Judith Roth, and Eric Steele.

Julia Oehmke will be in the juried show at the Northbrook Public Library in Northbrook , IL
Opening Reception Fri, Oct. 3, 2008 6:30 - 8:30

Sandra Holubow and Eric Holubow are both exhibitingin the juried biennial
"2008 Rockford Midwestern," at theRockford Art MuseumRiverfront Museum Park711 N. Main Street, Rockford, IL
closing October 5.