

8/13/2026 "Smart Marketing for the Arts" with Katie Fetting of Exterik in Lake Forest, IL 11:30-1 PM Includes Buffet Lunch at Hilton Garden Inn Mettawa
For $25 and a buffet lunch, you can up your studio game for your art sales.
Aug 81 min read


8/14/2026 CAVA Artist Reception in Highland Park, IL 5:30 PM to 8 PM
Chicago Alliance of Visual Artists has a reception coming up at the Art Center in Highland Park, IL....details here.
Aug 80 min read


8/29/2026 Vintage Purse Museum in Manteno, IL Hosts its First Annual Fund-raiser with Your Choice of a Walk or Run
The Vintage Purse Museum supports employment for individuals with disabilities.
Aug 81 min read


8/30/3036 Submission Deadline for "illiart Artists of Illinois 2026" at Gallery Seven, 200 W. 8th Street in Lockport, IL
An important, juried show coming up soon at Gallery Seven in Lockport, IL for area artists.
Aug 81 min read


Starts 9/14/2026 -- Tall Grass Arts Association in Park Forest, IL Offers Online Studio Practice for Fundamentals...details here
Talk about convenience -- learn drawing fundamentals and visual art from home -- here's how.
Aug 80 min read


9/1/2026 This Sounds Like Fun! Check out Adult Art Camp at Elmhurst Art Museum
Elmhurst Art Museum opens up after hours for artists working on their own creations while enjoying wine and light bites there for $20!
Aug 81 min read


ARTIST SPOTLIGHT: Dean Habegger's Fresh Approach to Organic Materials Creates a Unique Look for his Highly Original Artwork Featuring Edibles
Dean Habegger's assemblage and collage pieces literally utilize fresh ingredients! Learn more here...
Aug 22 min read


PICTURES OF THE WEEK: Take a Peek at Five Outstanding Pieces in Naperville Art League's Recent Membership Show, "Tapestry" Until August 14, 2026
Naperville Art League's membership is a wealth of talent! Visit their latest show, Tapestry.
Aug 21 min read


Congratulations to Aurora, IL Artist Mays Mayhew for BEST of SHOW Award at the Recent Amdur Productions Art Fair in Wilmette, IL; August 1-2, 2026
Congratulations to Mays Mayhew for her latest recognition at the Wilmette, IL art fair.
Aug 21 min read


8/14/2026 Opening! "Down the Rabbit Hole" Art Exhibit at Water Street Studios in Batavia, IL Features Jeffrey Equality Brooks and Deborah Glascott in the Dempsey Family Gallery
Don't miss the latest local show of Jeffrey Equality Brooks and Deborah Glascott at Water Street Studios in Batavia, IL.
Aug 20 min read




