I've walked past this gallery a million times, yet never stopped in. Until Roger (KELLIE K.!!) and…read moreDon headed up to Clark Street one night, for some carousing. Hey! There's a lot of people in there, and they look fun, and have drinks in hand! Minutes later, we were clutching cold cans of Pabst (though we're not hipsters) and checking out the art. A wide array, some good some . . . well, nice try. They had some old boom boxes that were decorated all crazy, and those were pretty cool. Some of the stuff was not mounted all that well - no frames whatsoever. There was a wide variety of art, and for that reason alone, it's worth checking out this little gallery. They really did have lot to look at in there. One of the many storefront gems that make Andersonville such a great place.

I can't add anything more about the art or artists except that this is a decent gallery that…read moreeveryone seems to like. I've bought at least one thing there, and the gallery owner was pleasant. Having wrote that, I really wish they'd bump up their professionalism a notch or two. For a gallery that's only open two days a week, I think it's strange that the gallery doesn't have bio information on all seven of their represented artists. They need to have a better answer than, "Sorry, I don't think we have anything about him."

Very minimalistic!…read more A cute straight forward art gallery hidden in Chicago, right next to JJ Thai street food. It's small, but captivating. Just a few pieces in a large room, but just enough to admire the art/ artist. This would be perfect for a day date, or outing with girlfriend's after brunch! My only regret is not taking more photos.

yes Rhona Hoffman…read moreGallery represents important artists from the historical Avant Garde as well as emerging contemporary artists. no doubt driven by the contemporary art market, their monthly exhibitions are a great place to see interesting work and get turned on to new artists. a weak analogy might be: 'its like visiting chelsea without leaving chicago' its a beautiful space in the west loop. the staff is super friendly and helpful. ask them questions about the work (if you're curious) - they're very knowledgeable and engaged with the artists and exhibitions they present.

Great photographic work on display, very thoughtful and enjoyable…read more If you are looking for something to hang on the wall, there is everything from narratives to something simply pretty. Either way, something for everyone. In particular I enjoyed the work of Janise Lenore and Sasha Andruzheychik in the most recent juried show- which if you hustle- still up for you to covet too. The subtlety and textures of these photographs... mesmerizing. In the $100- $150 range: Which is a pretty affordable way to support local artists, not to mention gussy up the walls of your home and office!

Perspective Gallery is a co-op gallery of up to 20 fine art photographers. The exhibits change each…read moremonth, and there is an opening reception the first Saturday of each month from 5-8pm. The gallery hosts LENS, an annual international juried show in March, as well as an annual high school show each summer. The gallery is friendly and accessible, and an artistic asset to Evanston.

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.

ARC recently moved into a larger space on the corner of Webster and Damen and their programming has…read moreexploded! High profile openings, later hours, and community outreach has elevated the gallery into an active member of the Bucktown neighborhood. Super pleased to see the gallery continuing to thrive.

Great variety of work displayed during art walk weekend. Receptionist was super friendly and also…read morean artist currently on display here. Prices seemed reasonable.

YES threewalls is an…read moreoasis in the west loop's gallery district. they provide a platform for local artists who's work doesn't fit into the commercial gallery world. often, this makes for more interesting exhibitions. in addition they present tons of great programming and events on a regular basis (last week i just attended an amazing lecture by Erika Nelson about The World's Largest Collection of the World's Smallest Versions of the World's Largest Things. http://www.worldslargestthings.com/). support local art, GO TO THREEWALLS

I'm sure that anyone reading this is well aware of the notion of the art gallery as a stuffy,…read moresnooty white box filled with stuff they would never want to buy. Well, any place that remedies this preconception by installing a swing (no kidding - a real live swing) is alright in my book. Three walls is a non-profit visual arts program that has exhibitions on loan - according to their material. And while I was came by to check out the show "Turned Intos", I ended up grabbing a Grolsch and hanging out for one of their Salons. I will most certainly be coming back if and when they have one of these gatherings again. The organizers did an incredible job with the panel and the discussion that followed was hilarious! I do believe that this is the coolest place in the west loop - go take a look!

I can't say enough good things about this gallery. The space itself is stunning, and their online…read morestore is incredibly user-friendly. I purchased a piece I never imagined would fit my budget, but the founder, Matthew, was kind, responsive, and went above and beyond to make it possible. Artist Replete offers a diverse collection that suits different price points and speak to a wide variety of tastes and perspectives. Highly recommend! Thank you, Artist Replete!

Some traditions were made to be broken…read more With a mantra like this, you know that the art is going to be unique. Artist Replete showcases so many different mediums. Digital designs. Street art. Literature. Paintings. Sculptures. So interesting to visit their first official flagship store in the Water Tower Place. The art is so interesting. Love the use of toy soldiers and Lego people to create portraits. Artist Replete also gives more back to the artists as they take substantially less than the traditional 50% commission charged by most art gallery owners. Worth a stop. Located on the second floor near the Lego Store.

Great shows at this gallery. Art work is top notch. Owner is friendly. They are willing to do…read morelayaway for the art that you cannot live without. Recent show going on until October 25th is Gregory Jacobson. Gregory's execution is amazing. He has a mastery of oil painting. This show is a must see in person!

My friend and I traveled from La Crosse, WI and visited Zg Gallery. We met Myra, the co-owner, and…read moreshe did an exceptional job explaining the artists and their work. We could both feel her passion for them. This is a wonderful gallery with fantastic contemporary art! Todd and Ronald