Tag: Chicago artists

You're invited to Shaun's Gay Bar Mitzvah this weekend

You're invited to Shaun's Gay Bar Mitzvah this weekend
Now that the summer festival season is over, it’s time to get creative with our weekend activities. Which, of course, is no problem for me! Allow me to share my knowledge of quirky Chicago events with you to provide you with ample entertainment until next summer. Have you seen the video of that kid dancing... Read more »
By Chicago Quirk,
September 28, 2012 at 6:44 am • 

Don't miss this artist at the Lakeview East Festival of the Arts

Don't miss this artist at the Lakeview East Festival of the Arts
Sunday is going to be an absolutely beautiful, perfect day, and I’m so excited because one of my favorite festivals all year is taking place this weekend: the Lakeview East Festival of the Arts. I think this is one of the best collections of local artists working in almost every medium. The booths are beautiful, the... Read more »
By Chicago Quirk,
September 7, 2012 at 6:28 am • 

Chicago oldest and most historic artists' building

Chicago oldest and most historic artists' building
My tap company has undergone a very large and very cool upgrade: the Chicago Human Rhythm Project finally has its own space in the famous and historic Fine Arts Building. The space is going to be called the American Rhythm Center, and it’s so pretty! I won’t bore you with all of the details of... Read more »
By Chicago Quirk,
July 31, 2012 at 6:43 am • 
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Your wall art holiday pop-up shop

Your wall art holiday pop-up shop
I always try to buy local, but I’m so picky it can be hard for me to find a local shop that A) has something I really want and B) is in my price range. Enter the Ork Posters Holiday Pop-Up Shop. (I’ve seen this poster so many times, and I didn’t realize that it was... Read more »
By Chicago Quirk,
November 30, 2011 at 7:38 am • 

Four Chicago artists to watch

Four Chicago artists to watch
I’ve been trying to expand my horizons this summer and actually look around at art festivals rather than use them as an excuse to drink wine and stuff my face. After this past weekend’s Lakeview East Festival of the Arts I realized that I’m actually starting to get to know some of Chicago’s artists…and I’m... Read more »
By Chicago Quirk,
September 13, 2011 at 7:35 am •