Pilsen

Exhibit Opening: Laura Cutler, Paintings

ronreason — Tue, 28 Oct 2008 12:26:48 -0500

[Chicago] within(Reason: a contemporary art and photo space is proud to host works by Laura Cutler in a solo show opening Nov. 14.

Laura received her BFA in Ceramic Sculpture from Otis College of Art and Design, Los Angeles, in 1996. “After three years teaching and working in my Venice beach studio, I left for NYC to attend the New York Academy of Art to increase my knowledge of human anatomy in both sculpture and painting. In 2006 I decided to dedicate my full attention to oil painting and in 2007 received an Individual Artist Grant from the Indiana Arts Commission.”
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Art of the Ride

Gringolandia Studio — Tue, 14 Oct 2008 10:38:33 -0500

Site #2 this week-end in the 18th Street Pilsen Open Studios is Motowork's Art of the Ride," a one person show of etchings, pastel drawings, and paintings by Mark Nelson. Nelson, a former resident of the Panama Canal Zone has been living and working in the city of Chicago for 25 years. The art presented here both celebrates the act of riding as well as Nelson's use of social sarcasm. Refreshments will be available to visitors over the week-end of October 18-19, 2008 from 12:00pm - 8:00pm. FREE TRANSPORTATION will be available to the general public. more...

Site #5 at 18th St. Pilsen Open Studios

Gringolandia Studio — Tue, 14 Oct 2008 10:18:47 -0500

Gringolandia Studio (#5 on map) is one of 38 sites participating in the 18th Street Pilsen Open Studios with over 60 artists. Free transportation with 2 buses are available to the general public. Maps can be downloaded at http://pilsenopenstudios.com

Nothing To Do with a Red Pick Up Truck at the Underscene, Oct. 17 & 18 (7-12 both nights)

heatherb — Sun, 05 Oct 2008 09:53:44 -0500

The Underscene participates in Chicago Artist's Month with "Nothing To Do With a Red Pick Up Truck." Art goers won't find it on the "map" but those willing to explore beyond the beaten path will find an art happening like nothing else. Residents of the building open their studios, a video show will highlight regional videographers, and local artists take over common spaces with photography, mixed media, installation, etc. Live music on Friday night.

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Spire Reloaded: Patrick Lichty

polvo — Thu, 18 Sep 2008 19:08:52 -0500

Spire Reloaded: Patrick Lichty

Opening Friday October 10, 2008 from 6pm-10pm
october 10 - november 8

Also come to a special art opening online at www.secondlife.com in the "I AM COLUMBIA" island showcasing one of Patrick's virtual sculptures. Check web site for details.
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Under The Influence: Jaime Mendoza

polvo — Fri, 22 Aug 2008 19:08:46 -0500

“Under the Influence” New Works by: Jaime Mendoza

Also invited artist Josue Pellot

Opening Reception August 29, 2008 from 6:00 pm 10:00 pm August 29, 2008 – September 27, 2008

Music by *DJ Oto-Matic

The exploration of the “self” is a modest one; in its normal use, it is not even quite a word, but something that makes an ordinary object pronoun into a reflexive one: “her” into “herself,” “him” into “himself” and “it” into “itself. (1)

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Uneven Universe + Treetops Tour KICKOFF!!!

martinesyms — Sun, 22 Jun 2008 23:19:58 -0500

Frozen zoners Uneven Universe (Detroit, MI) team up with earth bound drone-youth Treetops (Western Springs, IL), winsome terrorizer Steve Young (Chicago, IL) and hooded gods of shred Slave Trade (Chicago, IL) to kick off their Midwestern tour at Golden Age. It will be a blast you will leave happy! The rumble starts at 8pm and Admission is 5 bucks! more...

CRAZY: Gretel Garcia and Frank Wick

polvo — Wed, 04 Jun 2008 15:35:53 -0500

CRAZY
Gretel Garcia and Frank Wick

Opening Friday June 6, 2008 from 6pm-10pm
june 6 - july 5

"Love can sometimes be magic. But magic can sometimes just be an illusion. "
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