Call for Pet Artists! Early Bird Deadline is 11/22/2026 for Artists Network Sixth Annual "Best in Show" / PETS
Love drawing animals and would like national and international attention for your work -- check out this opportunity.
Oct 121 min read
11/20/2026 AMDUR PRODUCTIONS Offers a FREE Art Smart Boot Camp at The Art Center Highland Park, IL
Exhibiting in outdoor art fairs is expensive. Get the most from your experience with this FREE helpful workshop by AMDUR PRODUCTIONS.
Oct 121 min read
10/10/2026 Elevate Your Fall Entertaining with Talented Donald Ramey, Former Neimann Marcus Artistic Director at Naperville Art League from 10-11:30 AM -- Register Now!
For the affordable fee of $32.50, you can get elegant entertaining tips and recipes from an experienced interior designer. You'll enjoy a fall dessert made from scratch when you attend!
Oct 51 min read
How to Avoid Online Art Scammers Targeting You & Your Work!
How do you know if that person messaging you to buy your art is a genuine opportunity? Art scammers prey on the uninformed -- read this and stay safe!
Oct 52 min read
PICTURE OF THE WEEK: "Summer in the Country" by Edward C. Cook, Award-winning, Acrylic Miniature Artist
Love Ed Cook's miniature art -- check out his latest submission to Art BEAT Buzz!
Oct 51 min read
Geneva Lakes, WI Arts Foundation Presents its Fall Show Open Now through November 8, 2026
Planning a fall getaway to Lake Geneva, WI? Then be sure to stop by this gallery filled with goodies from the talented members who live in the area. You'll be tempted to buy something!
Oct 51 min read
10/7/2026 The Art Market Demystified: Lectures Open to Members and Non-Members of the West Suburban Art Society at Glendale Lakes Golf Club
WSAS INVITATION: We hope you can join us for two upcoming afternoon lectures on how the art market really works — from the dealers who shape it to the collectors who sell into the market. Free to members. Guests pay $10 cash or check at the door. Doors open: 12:30pm Lectures: 1:00–3:00pm Refreshments served Location: Glendale Lakes Golf Club, 1550 President St., Glendale Heights, IL No registration required — just come. The Power of Prominent Art Dealers by: Julie Schauer Ho
Oct 51 min read
10/14/2026 Addison Arts Center Presents Woodcarving with Paul Gratzke of the North Suburban Carvers Club of Illinois at 6:30 PM
Guest woodcarver, Paul Gratzke, will discuss wood carving for all those interested in learning more about this art form.
Oct 51 min read
10/17/2026 Reception at Addison Center for the Arts: "The Naturalist's Cabinet" by Cheryl Holz from 1-4 PM
Don't miss Cheryl Holz's upcoming reception on 10/17/2026 celebrating nature at Addison Center for the Arts.
Oct 51 min read
10/24/2026 Pet Portrait Workshop at Addison Art Guild's Location in Addison Trails High School from 12:30-2:30 PM with Sarah M. Johnson
Sarah will supply the pet image that could be similar to this, as the reference to follow. Tickets are $40 for members, $45 for nonmembers. Attendees are to bring an 11x14” canvas, acrylic paints, brushes, container for water, and paper towels. Sarah will supply the image to paint from. Location: Addison Trail High School Door #4 (north parking lot), Forum Room B, 213 N. Lombard Rd, Addison, IL 60101 Sarah M. Johnson is an oil painter and occasional watercolor/gouache pain
Oct 51 min read
