This gallery features glass sculptures by prominent artists such as Lino Tagliapietra. This makes…read morethe place more accessible to those who just don't get contemporary abstract art.

This is a great gallery with wonderful and friendly staff. While I've not purchased anything here…read moredirectly I've referred clients here several times who have and I've been in a few times and they've always been helpful. One of the better galleries in the area.

There just couldn't be a more friendly and artistically knowledgeable environment than August house…read moreStudio. If you are looking for painting and drawing classes, whether you are a beginner or experienced, this is the place.

Marya Veeck's artistic talent is boundless. A Chicago girl…read morewho grew up in Maryland's Chesapeake Bay nestled in Peach blossom Creek she has absorbed art in her memory bank. Her creativity is superb. I hope she can knock it out of the park for years to come. John Brady Easton, MD

Madron is a fine art gallery in Lincoln Park, specializing in impressionism and 20th C. abstract…read moreworks and more. I visited for an artist's show and was greeted warmly and later told about the art and artist by the curator. I made the mistake of entering on North Ave (which is where their address is listed), but you can park in the main lot and enter the front doors from the strip mall entrance by West Elm.

At the time of this writing (they just opened), Johalla is a true up-and-comer in the Chicago art…read morescene. This gallery was started very recently by a friend (disclaimer activated), Anne Marie Cerniglia, and a merry gang of her friends. Yes, it's run in Wicker Park, and yes, it's across the street and pinched in by the likes of Double Door, Myopic Books and Earwax. But they're centrally located with plenty of after-show activities available especially if you're of the twenty or thirty-something pursuasion. And the work is easily some of the most adroitly curated work at its level, with excitement bubbling over for what they'll do next after only their second show. Matter of fact, a recent fundraiser there (not an official Johalla show, mind you) drew a Tribune 10 best notice (you can view the pick online here: http://www.chicagotribune.com/entertainment/events/chi-100128-chicago-winter-events-pictures,0,1470838.photogallery). That said, the Trib's art coverage has been at troglodyte levels for months now, but Johalla will stand over time I expect in the best traditions of Chicago's go-it-alone, apartment/alt galleries. Don't believe me, though, check out the website, find out about their upcoming show and head out for a look-see yourself.

Had a good time at this art museum and gallery. It certainly is a way to know about a local artist…read morewho had a big impact. The Ed Paschke Art Center is the biggest collection of his work. Also it's free. There's a lot of permanent collections, and you can find exhibits by other local artists who come here for training. A few things about him. In 1939 he was born on the North Side. There was early influence by his father who made Disney animation and sketches among other things. After graduating from The School Of The Art Institute Of Chicago, he got a travel scholarship to Mexico. There he was influenced by the art colors and patterns. He was in the army, making drawings for weapons manuals. Then he started making collages using images from newspapers. He would enlarge and reproduce these using oil on canvas. Then getting his MFA at SAIC, he was influenced by the first museum exhibition held by Andy Warhol. He was getting popular as an artist. Then he also began teaching classes at several universities. Often he would invite students over to his studio, and tell them to grab a brush and start painting on a canvas. The Art Institute Of Chicago had a traveling career retrospective in 1989 that was one of his career highlights. In 2004 he passed away. The city honored him by naming a street after him. A few years later this art center was created by his children and the Rabb Family Foundation. This opened in 2014 and increased the awareness of his work and life. Admission is free. This is because of their commitment to accessibility to the public. In the permanent collection is the Howard Street Studio installation. This reimagines his art studio with unfinished art works, source material, and souvenirs. Basically it's like giving you an idea of how he made art. One can get a sense of his painting techniques, like how he used sponges to get the color and volume. A lot of other stuff in the permanent collection. Vaca Victoria was a part of the 1999 public art project "Cows On Parade." It was one of hundreds of fiberglass cows created by Chicago artists. This used to be on Superior in River North. It was only there a few days. There was controversy about some local gang symbols. It has a head painted like the Bulls logo. The six stars represent the NBA Championship wins. Also there's stuff by other local artists. This has a residency program where they can learn. Getting here is pretty easy without a car. It's located on Higgins by Milwaukee Avenue and the Jefferson Park Metra station. This is easy to get to with public transportation.

I'd love to see more of his exhibits or his artworks. I was awestruck when I come across his art…read moreexhibits at art institute I begged my dad to take me there when I was in high school. There I met Ed Paschke after I grabbed bought art book about him, got his autograph. I treasure this art book with his signature when I greeted him politely and told him my name. ( I wrote it down on note because I'm deaf and too shy to talk. Thank you Ed Paschke. May your colorful spirit in arts live on! I hope or wish to have one of your masterpieces. They are so beautiful and vibrant! I'll post pic once I find my art book.

Beautiful art in a beautiful gallery. I loved that we were able walk through at our own pace. There…read morewas staff present who were very nice. This was a free exhibit, which felt like such an honor. There was information at the front desk about the art, but it would've been nice for the information to be next to the art in the wall, but still a great experience.

I'll be honest--I dislike this gallery. I have yet to figure out just what Monique's represented…read moreartists have to say that would convince me to take something they created home with me. This is another "contemporary" art gallery that takes itself way too seriously with work that has little true artistic merit. I wonder if any of the artists visited an art museum after their third year in art school? I just don't get it, and I don't want a sociology degree or have to read three pages of rambling, phony diatribe from the artist or the gallery to decipher what's going on. These are actual psycho-babble quotes from a gallery release about an exhibition: "...assembled to create an iconic pattern; a ritualized reordering of passing impressions." "...the benign communal vocabularies of organized religion and public display..." "...stems from their role as intercessors between the ineffable abstraction of heaven and the concrete reality of earth..." Yes, folks; someone gets paid to come up with this crap. Furthermore, I don't give a rat's butt how a 25 year-old interprets heaven, religion or the 'reality of earth." It's all so pretentious and naive, and that's what makes me go crazy when I see it.

Great selection of art at many different price points.read more

I've never had the pleasure of visiting Curly Tale Fine Art in person but I've gotten very familiar…read morewith online browsing. I got introduced to this gallery. through an artist I follow and every time I've ordered something Anita has personally delivered top notch customer service. She's very responsive, packs items carefully, sends pictures, prices and answers questions very quickly. If you're in the market for some eclectic art, Curly Tale is a wonderful place to start and end your search. I have nothing but good things to say.

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!