photography

A Letter from Japan: The Photographs of John Swope

blockmuseum — Thu, 20 Nov 2008 17:19:35 -0600

This exhibition features photographs from American John Swope's three-and-a-half week journey to Japan in the immediate aftermath of World War II. Officially traveling with the U.S. military to document the release of Allied prisoners of war, Swope also photographed Japanese civilians and the country's war-ravaged landscapes. His striking images, coupled with a letter Swope composed to his wife during the trip, create a highly complex portrait of two nations and their people as they move from bitter war to fragile peace. more...

2nd Annual Mary Beth Cregier Memorial Photography Exhibition

aroundthecoyote — Tue, 18 Nov 2008 15:36:51 -0600

The Around the Coyote Gallery is excited to announce our 2nd annual Mary Beth Cregier Memorial Photo Exhibition. The emerging photographers and their works in this show were chosen by curator Catherine Edelman of the Catherine Edelman Gallery in Chicago, Illinois. Artists were chosen for the excellence and originality of their aesthetic and conceptual vision, as mobilized through the photographic medium.
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International Exposition of contemporary photography. 3° International Art Prize Arte Laguna

Arte Laguna — Mon, 17 Nov 2008 02:15:32 -0600

From 23rd November till 14th December 2008, the cultural association MoCA and Arte Laguna present at the Venetian Art Galleries “InParadiso”, Biennale Gardens, the 30 finalists art pieces of the 3rd International Art Prize Arte Laguna – photographic art section.

The exposition, cured by Carlo Sala (President of the Jury) will not face particular themes nor exclude any creative or cultural proposal. Nine the represented nationalities: Argentina, Austria, France, Germany, Italy, United Kingdom, Czech Republic, United States, Switzerland.

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FOTO-WORK 2008

anniholm — Sat, 01 Nov 2008 18:33:28 -0500

Orleans Street Gallery presents FOTO-WORK 2008, the second biennial juried exhibition of photographic works by Chicago-based artists, with returning juror, Whitney Bradshaw of the Bank of America Collection. The artwork of the 8 finalists on display November 15, 2008 - January 10, 2009 ranges from traditional landscapes and portraiture to contemporary expression of irony and social commentary and varies from fine art to documentary. Best in Show recipient will be announced at the opening reception on November 15, 2008 and will be awarded a solo-exhibition at Orleans Street Gallery in 2009. more...

Streeterville Arty Party & Artisan Market

soarchicago — Thu, 23 Oct 2008 16:46:18 -0500

Fifty artists are coming together in Streeterville, bringing variety and exceptional value to collectors and gift-givers. more...

Deadline Projects Presents: Electric

DeadlineProjects — Mon, 13 Oct 2008 16:02:20 -0500

Exploring the dialogue between art and energy, Deadline Projects presents Electric, a one-night-only multimedia art exhibition at Happy Dog Gallery located in the heart of Wicker Park. Participating local artists display new works in painting, photography, sculpture, stencil, collage, and video in an event designed to stimulate their audience. Electric is free and opens to the public on Saturday, November 15th, from 6pm to 11pm. Live music will be provided by Moment Sound.
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Fall Fine Art Photography Marketing Workshop

KatrinaMVS — Tue, 07 Oct 2008 11:11:09 -0500

MARKETING WORKSHOP more...

Opening: "Motion and Memory," photos by Larry Chait

ldchait — Sun, 28 Sep 2008 18:59:29 -0500

new large-format color photos of the rural Midwest landscape by Larry Chait ---Opening reception: Friday, October 17, 5-9 pm Exhibit runs October 17 through December 24 Regular hours: M-F: 9-6, Sat: 10-6 more...