

Publisher's Desk: Learning a New Way of Art Appreciation through "Slow Art" -- a Free Class at Peninsula School of Art in Door County, WI
Rushing through an art exhibit is counterproductive to your soul. Take your time practicing "Slow Art" techniques.
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PICTURE OF THE WEEK: "Luminous Blooms" in Mixed Media by Artist, Rashmi Ranganath
Enjoy this week's selection -- color and exotica so harmoniously blended together.
6 days ago1 min read


Latest Art Shows and Receptions at Gallery Seven in Lockport, IL includes Thread Art and Photography
Interesting shows at Gallery Seven in Lockport, IL -- worth a drive, if you don't live nearby.
6 days ago1 min read


Now Until 9/20/2026 -- See the Willem de Kooning Exhibit at the Art Institute of Chicago Celebrating a 7-Decade Career
Want to learn more about abstract expressionism? Visit the Willem de Kooning Exhibit now open at the Art Institute of Chicago.
6 days ago1 min read


6/20/2026 Artist Reception for "Pets, Our Animal Friends" at McCord Gallery in Palos Park Includes the Thread Art of Artist, Jay Moore, from 2-4 PM
Love artwork that's all about pets? Don't miss this latest exhibit at McCord Gallery in Palos Park, "Pet's, Our Animal Friends" running 6/15/2026 through 7/11/2026
6 days ago1 min read


6/27-28, 2026 Naperville Woman's Club Hosts 100 Artists at its Juried Art & Artisan Fair -- Naper Settlement from 10-5 -- Art Activities for Kids, too!
For 66 years, the Naperville Woman's Club has celebrated local artists by hosting an art fair -- don't miss this one!
6 days ago1 min read


7/18/2026 First Light Pathway's Tie-Dye & Bubbles -- A Colorful Day of Creativity, Fun & Play from 11 AM to 2 PM at Fry Family YMCA 2120 W. 95th Street in Naperville
Fun for a good cause at Tie-Dye and Bubbles hosted by First Light Pathways in Naperville, IL
6 days ago1 min read


PICTURE OF THE WEEK: Adam Maslowski's "Beaux Temps" Currently in the Naperville Art League's Monthly Membership Show
See this week's PICTURE OF THE WEEK in person now at Naperville Art League & Gallery, 508 N. Center Street.
Jun 81 min read


Find Affordable Professional Development Workshops for Every Stage of Your Art Career at Chicago Artists' Coalition...Info here...
Even if you attended an art school, chances are you could still use some business of art expertise...check out the opportunities at Chicago Artists' Coalition...
Jun 81 min read


6/13/2026 Opening Reception for "Looking at Us" from 1-3 PM at Tall Grass Arts Association, 367 Artists Walk in Park Forest, IL
Love portraiture art that captures special human moments? Be sure to catch "Looking at Us" from June 13 to July 18, 2026 at Tall Grass Arts Association in Park Forest.
Jun 81 min read




