New Exhibitions + 3rd Fridays
at Bridgeport Art Center
The Bridgeport Art Center’s Third Friday Open Studios takes place on Friday, June 21 from 6-10pm. In addition to open studios, visitors can also see two new exhibitions:
• Syzygy
University of Chicago 2013 MFA graduates are featured in this exhibition that showcases the results of a rigorous interdisciplinary program.
• When Then Was Now
The collection of 50 photographs by "Bleacher Preacher", Jerry Pritikin, covers two historic eras; San Francisco's volatile 1970s gay rights movement + a rare collection showing Wrigley Field in the 80s.
Exhibition located in HumanThread Gallery (within BAC).
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Margaret Crowley, Syzygy exhibition
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3rd Fridays
at Zhou B Art Center
The Zhou B Art Center presents a vibrant mix of galleries, artist's studios, and special event spaces, in addition to the Zhou B Cafe + Art Lounge.
Stop by the Zhou B Art Center this Friday, June 21 for the Center’s monthly 3rd Friday openings - eclectic and enthusiastic events featuring gallery openings and open studios for all our in-residence artists, from Chicago and abroad.
Also opening Friday is an international exhibition curated by Guido Folco in collaboration with The Museo Internazionale Itlalia Arte based in Turin, Italy. Read more about exhibition…
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Marco Nereo Rotelli
Field of Light
On Monday, June 24, Marco Nereo Rotelli will illuminate the North + West facades of the Field Museum of Natural History with the poetry of seven Chicago poets, the music of Thomas Masters + the voice of operatic soprano Karolina Dvorakova -Marchetti. Free + open to the public; one-night only beginning at 9:30pm. More details…
An exhibition of paintings + drawings by Rotelli will be on view at Hilton | Asmus Contemporary beginning Friday, June 28 and running through August 23.
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Diasporal Rhythms
+ CGN's Collector Profile
Founded in 2003, the mission of Diasporal Rhythms is to build a passionate group of collectors engaged in the activity of collecting visual art created by contemporary artists of the African Diaspora and to expand appreciation of visual art created by contemporary artists of the African Diaspora.
Read more about Diasporal Rhythms and co-founder Patric McCoy (and his impressive art collection) in CGN’s Collector Profile from the September – December issue.
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Art Service Spotlight:
New World Art Services
New World Art Service’s art appraisal expertise is in the areas frequently referred to as Tribal Art. Owner Marianne Huber’s particular interests are pre-Columbian art, African art, + Oceanic art, including objects from New Guinea + Indonesia. She has also done extensive work in appraising + identifying costumes and textiles.
Even if all you need is expert identification of an unfamiliar work of art, Ms. Huber can help you. Her company, New World Art Services, is a member of the American Society of Appraisers + the Appraisers’ Association of America. Learn more…
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CGN's Summer Issue:
Linda Warren Projects
We are all more than ready to enjoy summer, so while the weather is still catching up with our desires, we invite you to read the newest issue of CGN and plan your art explorations for the next few months.
The new issue features dozens of openings, new museum shows and art events, lots of interviews, an updated list of art walks and open studios, and more.
We also highlight Linda Warren Projects's 10 year anniversary. The gallery will be celebrating all season. There's always something unconventional taking place in their West Loop space, so stop by to offer well wishes and see the latest show. Click to read more… |
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"What's Happening" has articles, interviews and news, as well as a list of ongoing art tours and walks. We also recommend you visit the following featured exhibitions:
SATURDAY GALLERY TOURS:
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View entire CALENDAR of events
• Art Tours, Walks, Open Studios
• Audrey Niffenegger: Raven Girl opens at Printworks, June 14
• threewalls 10 year Birthday Bash at Salvage One, Saturday, June 15
• Tuesdays on the Terrace: Douglas Ewart @ MCA, June 18
• Summer Solstice @ Art De Triumph + Artful Framer Studios, Friday, June 21
• 3rd Fridays at Zhou B Art Center, June 21
• Premier Estate Auction @ SUSANIN's Auctioneers & Appraisers, June 22
• Marco Nereo Rotelli Illuminates the Field Museum with Poetry + Music, June 24
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