Went to the private opening reception for David Gamble: Andy Warhol living room exhibition last…read morenight. David gamble was allowed to photograph Andy Warhol's residence after his passing. Not only did he photograph some of the iconic works of art that he owned, but he also photographed some of his normal every day possessions. It is a fascinating look at the living quarters of a very private person who was a very public celebrity. The exhibit runs from October 14th through November 12th. Some of David Gamble's works will also be feautured at SOFA Chicago at Navy Pier October 31st through November 3rd. The Hilton Asmus Comtemporary Gallery specializes in modern and contemporary paintings, works on paper, mixed media and sculpture with a special focus on photography. They always have interesting shows and events in their beautiful gallery.

Winter can be so isolating...and now even more so where many of our normal activities are currently…read moreundergoing restrictions. Tonight I walked past this sweet gallery HILTON ASMUS CONTEMPORARY and I noticed enchanting photography of beautiful hybrid wolf dogs with famous models. It all looked so inviting and magical I had to tap on the door to inquire about their hours. The loveliest lady allowed me in and invited me to enjoy the exhibit. She let me take my time and let me know the featured artist is David Yarrow and the photos all share a beautiful story featuring professional models posing with wolf dogs in Montana. Many natives to the area are also featured including a Native American Indian by the name of Chief John Spotted Tail. Trust me when I say this was a very valuable experience for me because I truly appreciate good photography and I enjoyed being lost in all these images. If you love observing lions, tigers, bears, horses and other beautiful creatures in nature or a staged setting them I encourage you to visit Africa Hilton's Gallery at 716 N Wells Street in the River North neighborhood of Chicago. I truly felt a sense of euphoria getting lost in these timeless images. Art makes everything bearable And Arica made sure I left with two books which include an explanation of the art I viewed this evening. I'll share the following quote for you from the photographic journal featuring this installation "You don't make a photograph just with a camera. You bring to the act of photography all the pictures you have seen, the books you have read, the music you have heard, the people you have loved" Ansel Adams This evening was Magical I loved my visit and soaked in all the joyfulness. I'd love to also include there are powerful images of horses, bears, lions, tigers and stallions either in a staged setting or in the wild where the animal subject is completely unaware of a camera filming their natural actions. I was mesmerized especially by the lion photos and the beautiful bear named Adam that is a rescue living in a sanctuary and used as part of series. This exhibit is definitely worth seeing and yes masks are strictly enforced here and everything completely organized, pristine and kept clean for everyone's safety. Good photography should tell a story a meaningful interlude that captivates you and engulfs you. You will be enthralled if you attend this gallery showing and you will leave learning more about David Yarrow's techniques and the joint effort of everyone involved in his creative endeavors.

Intuit Art Museum has recently completed a massive renovation that expanded the facility threefold…read moreor so. Intuit features self-taught art by artists many of whom have a Chicagoland connection. My lovely wife and I have been to the "old" museum before, and it was an eye-opener to visit yesterday (Memorial Day) during a special free admission Grand Re-Opening weekend (the regular admission fee has also tripled to $15 from its former $5 ticket price). The star attraction is the recreation of Henry Darger's apartment and studio, along with a celebration of his works and methodologies. There are also spaces for the interesting and diverse Permanent Collection, as well as Special Exhibitions. Also interesting is the fact that the museum featuring self-taught art has bathrooms with fairly posh fixtures. Intuit Art Museum is not far from the Chicago Blue Line station. Check out the compact but cute gift shop before you leave.

A museum that celebrates the self-taught, accepts the "outsider" and values intuitive art. Current…read moreexhibit focuses on the im/migrants of Chicago. At the time of my visit, the entrance fee was $15. I live that I was able to see every piece in the museum display within 2 hours. Worth it

Love this place. There's so many hidden gems that are not exposed on the walls. The owner was super…read morehappy to show me all of his work. We had a great chat and I ended up purchasing a piece. I will be back for sure.

Absolutely some of the most impressive works of art in America. This gallery is it .so impressed…read morewith all i saw it most take a lot of constant hard work to attain such quality.

I visited for the SANDRO MILLER 1-day preview of John Malkovich Homage series, and book signing. A…read moreproud moment for Chicago! My first gallery featuring a Pet Series. Cute! Reasonable prices with excellent quality and originality.

This veteran gallery emphasizes photography, and also displays mixed media art that includes…read morephotographs. It has recently expanded its gallery space.

As an eco-feminist artist, I'm very grateful to be an Enhanced Member of and be represented by this…read moreamazing, award-winning non-profit, which has empowered, encouraged and provided incredible opportunities to women artists, including non-binary and transfemme, for over 30 years. I applaud Woman Made Gallery's continued mission of Peace, Justice, Diversity, Equality, Non-violence, Dignity, Rights and Inclusion for all -- especially critical in these times when our very democracy is being continually threatened. I particularly want to acknowledge Co-Founder & Director Beate Minkovski for her many years of hard work and dedication to help ensuring women artist have equal placement in the art world. Since 1992, WMG has shown the work of 10,000 artists from around the world in 475 exhibits! When I rejoined last year, I was pleased to find Woman Made Gallery was going stronger and better than ever, supporting artists to "use their voices to challenge injustice and envision a more just and peaceful future." My WMG artist membership has helped me become joyfully prolific and to do my very best, daring work to date -- my dynamic, colorful acrylic paintings are now proudly posted on my WMG Member Page. Because of WMG, I have the power to use art to address the environmental crises and environmental justice, particularly as it impacts women and girls around the world. WMG can handle my art sales, so I am freed to have more time to create meaningful work and evolve my unique brushwork and perspective techniques. -- Letitia L. Star, Eco-Feminist Artist and Eco-Health Journalist LStarart@gmail.com

I really enjoyed communicating with its friendly and supportI've staff during the 3 group shows…read morethat I got to participate in there. I admire their open calls. I think they are interesting and thought provoking.

Director Israel Hernandez of Prospectus Gallery provides his artists and audience with hospitality…read moreand professionalism. On March 9, 2018 a free public reception will once again take place with a new exhibit of paintings and prints by Mark Nelson titled "Sounds of Painting," an array of works on the subject of music. These works express spontaneity, humor, seduction and personal memory through Nelson's use of the vibrant colors of his past, the parody of our times and the beauty of music. Mark Nelson has been a resident of Chicago since 1984 where he arrived from the Panama Canal Zone, Republic of Panama' to attend the School of the Art Institute of Chicago. His work was shaped by his roots as an extranjero residing from adolescence into adulthood in a Latin American country where the "land divided and the world united."

This is a great small art gallery in pilsen. My gf and I have been here before and we stopped by…read moreagain this weekend now that we were in the pilsen neighborhood and also because we both love art. As stated again its a small gallery, and displays art from local latin and latin-american artists. Also admission is free! Exhibits change every few months so make sure you stop by to view whats new.

Gif shop at the Cultural Center which carries some unique items. They have ceramics, books,…read moreposters, bags, and so on. They had some Chicago Jazz Festival t-shirts since the festival is held across the street. When I was here in December 2023, they had totes made by migrants and you could purchase one ($28) or bring a smartphone from 2017 or later to get one.

Not to be missed! Large giftshop with lots of commodities from local artists, from small items like…read morestickers and pins, to soap, tea, prints etc

This is a nice cozy (read: tiny) space just off Michigan Avenue. It is women-owned and operated (is…read morethat a rarity in the art world?) and we went to see the artwork one of our favorite local artists, Jennifer Cronin (www.jennifercronin.com). They were able to arrange a show for her last year at the Blackstone, a bigger and prestigious place. We appreciated the complementary local beverages while browsing the art work. Good to know they support locals all the way! I awarded 5 (five) stars because of the Yelp COUPON in the app! I checked in on Yelp, and a 20% coupon came up! My other party saw a piece to buy (in a bin, not on the wall, from Jennifer Cronin, who was not present at the opening), and they were SO COOL about accepting the coupon! It had been posted a long time ago, but they were happy to accept. The art is unusual, quirky, but not too over the top. Check it out when you get a chance.

Chicago's art scene starts here!! This small and unassuming gallery has helped kickstart the…read morecareers of some of Chicago's most well-known artists like Hebru Brantley, Sentrock, Max Sansing, and Kayla Mahaffey. The shows here are vibrant, exciting, and pure fun! The gallery is extremely inclusive with the art it shows. Focusing on a lot of street art, they work with a lot of BIPOC, women, and LGBTQ artists. The owner Kim is super sweet and often uses the space for philanthropic purposes such as donating gallery sales to local organizations or supporting the community through charity art auctions. Although they do showcase big name artists, the gallery also has emerging artists with very affordable pieces, as well as frequent print releases. Last year, there was a Sentrock show where all pieces were under $200 and I was able to snag a cool handprinted zine for $20. They also do a yearly holiday show where there are often a good amount of pieces for $200-300. Pro tip: Get on the collector's preview list, because some of the shows sell out in just minutes! The gallery does openings every month or so on Fridays, or you can schedule a private showing (which was really nice during the pandemic.) Recently, I've seen shows from a slew of amazing local artists like Dovie Golden, Junar, Myron Laban, Delisha McKinney, and most recently TotesFerosh. Love this gallery! Would definitely check it out if you are downtown.