Cornelia Arts Building Holiday Open Studios - Let Art Warm You Up!

Cornelia Arts Building 

Holiday Open Studios 

Let Art Warm You Up!

The Cornelia Art Building, at 1800 West Cornelia Avenue, Chicago IL,  announces their Holiday Open House Event. On Friday December 2, from 6 - 10pm, and Saturday December 3, from 11 am - 3pm, the building opens its doors to the public to shop for artworks and gifts directly from the artists who made them. Say hello to fellow art lovers and perhaps find that special something for you or a loved one for the holidays.

S Rosinus Studio, Photo Credit C Eizik

J Zeddies Studio, Photo Credit J Parenti

See one of the largest all-artist buildings on Chicago’s North side, and experience two-full floors of working art studios. With one-of-a-kind artwork and special artisan-made gifts by the building artists, the event offers something for the whole family to enjoy.

Guest Artist Kass Copeland

Resident Artist Laura Dicrosta

 Currently over 70 local artists and artisans work here, including painters, sculptors, photographers, ceramic artists, print-makers, jewelers, and much more. The building’s juried guest front lobby artist will be Kass Copeland, showcasing her surrealist collages.

Resident artist James Parenti

Resident artist Madelein Philbin

Building on nearly four decades of fostering creativity, the venue nears completion on a multi-year remodeling effort, with double the studios and artists, and more art than ever before. 

Resident artist Beth Kahmi

Resident artist Doug Birkenheuer

 Visitors to the Holiday event can meet talented artists and artisans in person, explore their art practices up close, and purchase artwork and hand-made crafts directly from the people who made them.

Resident artist Katherine Drake-Chial

Resident artist Nelson Armour

Established in 1986 in a former ice-house, the Cornelia Arts Building is located at 1800 West Cornelia, at the border of three distinct Chicago Neighborhoods; Lakeview, Roscoe Village, and North Center. 

Resident artist Josh Garber

Resident artist Kathryn Trumbull Fimreite

 Located close to public transportation and only two blocks south of the Addison Brown Line CTA stop, the building has free parking lot and street parking nearby. Events are free and open to the public.

J Messinger Studio, photo credit Lauralynn White

Cornelia Arts Building Holiday Open Studios
Friday, December 2, 2022, 6 pm - 10 pm
Saturday, December 3, 2022, 11 am - 3 pm
The Cornelia Arts Building – Where Art Works
1800 West Cornelia, Chicago, IL
Entrance on NW corner of Ravenswood and Cornelia.
Two blocks south of Addison Brown Line CTA Station.
Free parking available in lot and in neighborhood.

https://www.corneliaartsbuilding.com/events/open-studios-december-2022/

Cornelia Arts Building October Open House Presents New Artists in Remodeled Studios

Cornelia Arts Building October Open House 

Presents New Artists in Remodeled Studios

The Cornelia Art Building, at 1800 West Cornelia Avenue, Chicago IL, announces their October Open Studios Event. On Friday October 21, from 6 - 10pm, and Saturday October 22, from 11 am - 3pm, the building opens its doors to the public. 

 

Studio Tiphanie Spencer

Studio Matt Nichols

Building on nearly four decades of fostering creativity, the Cornelia Arts Building is nearing completion on a multi year remodeling effort, with many new artist residents, extensively remodeled common spaces and studios, and more art than ever before.

 

Studio James Broughton

Artist Studio Kathy Trumbull Fimreite

Visitors to the Open House events can meet many of the building’s talented artists and artisans in person, explore their art practices up close, and enjoy the opportunity to purchase artwork and hand-made crafts directly from the people who made them. The Juried Guest Lobby artist is Dan Nelson, showing his joyful paintings and prints.

Guest Lobby Artist Dan Nelson "Indifference"

 

Artist Jason Messinger "Date Night"

Visitors are invited to see one of the largest all-artist buildings on Chicago’s North side, and experience two-full floors of working art studios. The extensive remodeling upgrades will more than double the studios from 40 to 85 when remodeling is complete. 

Artist Leonard Greco "Hadestown"

Artist Kean O'Brian

With one-of-a-kind artwork and special artisan-made gifts by the building artists, the events offer something for the whole family to enjoy. Currently over 70 local artists and artisans work here, including painters, sculptors, photographers, ceramic artists, print-makers, and much more.

Artist Kathy Weaver

 

Artist Sharon Swidler "Barcelona Rain"

Artist Jordan Scott "Serenity"

Established in 1986 in a former ice-house, the Cornelia Arts Building is located at 1800 West Cornelia, at the border of three distinct Chicago Neighborhoods; Lakeview, Roscoe Village, and North Center. Located close to public transportation and only two blocks south of the Addison Brown Line CTA stop, the building also has free parking available, and on neighborhood streets nearby. Events are free and open to the public.

Artist Sarah Boyle

Artist Eva Pluehs "Radient Rocks"

Cornelia Arts Building Fall Open Studios

Friday, October 21, 2022, 6 pm - 10 pm
Saturday, October 22, 2022, 11 am - 3 pm
The Cornelia Arts Building – Where Art Works
1800 West Cornelia, Chicago, IL
Entrance on NW corner of Ravenswood and Cornelia.
Two blocks south of Addison Brown Line CTA Station.
Free parking available in lot and in neighborhood.

 

Event Page: 

https://www.corneliaartsbuilding.com/events/join-us-for-october-open-studios-fri-sat-oct-21-22/

Facebook Event - RSVP

https://facebook.com/events/s/cornelia-arts-building-october/463413389046509/

 

 

 

Cornelia Arts Building May Open Studios Event - May 20 and 21

Cornelia Arts Building May Open Studios Two Day Event

On Friday May 20, 2022, from 6pm to 10pm, and Saturday May 21, 11am to 3pm, the artists of The Cornelia Art Building, located at 1800 West Cornelia Avenue in Chicago, invite the public to their May open house! Visit one of the largest all-artist buildings on Chicago’s North side, and experience two-full floors of working art studios.

Photo credit Jordan Scott

The building has undergone extensive remodeling upgrades, and has welcomed many new artists into the building. With one-of-a-kind artwork and special artisan-made gifts, the event offers something for the whole family to enjoy.

Photo credit Lauralynn White

For thirty-six years this artist incubator space has provided Chicago artists with professional studio spaces to pursue their passion.

Building artist Sarah Boyle with artwork

Over sixty local artists and artisans work here, including painters, sculptors, photographers, ceramic artists, print-makers, jewelry designers, textile artisans, and much more. 

Photo credit Duey Fimreite

Visitors to the May Open Studio can meet many of the building’s talented artists and artisans in person, explore their art practices up close in their working art studios, and enjoy the opportunity to purchase artwork and hand-made crafts directly from the people who made them. Our guest artist in our remodeled lobby is John Thompson, who is exhibiting landscape and still life oil paintings on canvas. 

Guest artist John Thompson "Where to Call Me" Oil on canvas

Established in 1986 in a former ice-house, the Cornelia Arts Building is located at 1800 West Cornelia, at the border of three distinct Chicago Neighborhoods; Lakeview, Roscoe Village, and North Center.

Photo credit Lauralynn White

Located close to public transportation and only two blocks south of the Addison Brown Line CTA stop, the building also has free parking available in front parking lot, and on neighborhood streets nearby. Event is free and open to the public.  

Photo credit Jordan Scott

Cornelia Arts Building May Open Studios
Friday, May 20, 2022, 6 pm - 10 pm
Saturday, May 21, 2022, 11 am - 3 pm
The Cornelia Arts Building – Where Art Works
1800 West Cornelia, Chicago, IL
Entrance on NW corner of Ravenswood and Cornelia.
Two blocks south of Addison Brown Line CTA Station.
Free parking available in lot and in neighborhood.

Building Website: https://www.corneliaartsbuilding.com

Event Page: https://www.corneliaartsbuilding.com/events/may-2022-open-studios/

"Wildering" Basia Krol at Eat Paint Studio, May 7 - June 11, Reception May 7, 2022

Former Chicago Artist Basia Krol returns to the city with her new solo show painting exhibition at Eat Paint Studio. "Wildering" opens to the public Saturday, May 7, and continues through June 11, 2022. An opening reception will take place at the gallery on Saturday, May 7, from 6 to 9 PM

Burnt Prairie, oil, metal leaf, on linen, 33" x 34"

For artist Basia Krol, Wildering describes a re-awakening of self-identity through active observation of nature. Painted largely during the pandemic, Krol finds a grounding connection in the landscape of Central Illinois. 

Winter Steam, oil, gold leaf on linen, 32"x32"

 

In the midst of uncertainty and loss, scenes from Indiana Dunes Park and Woodland View farm, the site of a vast prairie restoration, Krol's expressive paintings invite us to share a journey toward personal freedom and spiritual renewal.

She's A Mighty Tree, oil, gold leaf, on panel, 48" x 36"

 

 

 

Eat Paint Studio is located at 5036 N Lincoln Ave in the Lincoln Avenue North Arts District (LANA), close to public transportation and metered parking. Chicago artist Emily Rapport opened the gallery in 2018 with an aim toward combining her studio practice with a public exhibit space. The gallery mission is to engage people in the art-making process and, through exhibitions in its storefront gallery, to integrate art into daily lived experience. Learn more at: https://eatpaintstudio.com

 

Artist Basia Krol

 

Wildering - Paintings by Basia Krol

Eat Paint Gallery

5036 N Lincoln Ave, Chicago, IL

Reception: Saturday May 7, 6 -9 PM

Show Runs: May 7 - June 11, 2022

Hours vary: see website to schedule visit  

eatpaintstudio.com

 

Cornelia Arts Building March Open Studios: Fri Mar 25, Sat Mar 26

 

Cornelia Arts Building March Open Studios - Two Day Event

On Friday March 25, 2022, from 6pm to 10pm, and Saturday March 26, 11am to 3pm, artists of The Cornelia Art Building, located at 1800 West Cornelia Avenue in Chicago, invite the public to their first open house of the new year! Visit one of the largest all-artist buildings on Chicago’s North side, and experience two-full floors of working art studios. The building has undergone extensive remodeling upgrades, and has welcomed many new artists into the building. With one-of-a-kind artwork and special artisan-made gifts by the building artists, the event offers something for the whole family to enjoy.
 

Image by Jordan Scott

For thirty-six years this artist incubator space has provided Chicago artists with professional studio spaces to pursue their passion. Over fifty local artists and artisans work here, including painters, sculptors, photographers, ceramic artists, print-makers, jewelry designers, textile artisans, and much more. Visitors to the Open House can meet many of the building’s talented artists and artisans in person, explore their art practices up close, and enjoy the opportunity to purchase artwork and hand-made crafts directly from the people who made them. Our special March Guest Artist is the abstract watercolor painter Victoria Slone, who will be sharing her unique work in our newly remodeled front lobby.

"Blinding" by Victoria Sloan

Established in 1986 in a former ice-house, the Cornelia Arts Building is located at 1800 West Cornelia, at the border of three distinct Chicago Neighborhoods; Lakeview, Roscoe Village, and North Center. Located close to public transportation and only two blocks south of the Addison Brown Line CTA stop, the building also has free parking available in parking lot out front, and on neighborhood streets nearby. Event is free and open to the public.

Image by Jordan Scott

Cornelia Arts Building March Open Studios
Friday, March 25, 2022, 6 pm - 10 pm
Saturday, March 26, 2022, 11 am - 3 pm
The Cornelia Arts Building – Where Art Works
1800 West Cornelia, Chicago, IL
Entrance on NW corner of Ravenswood and Cornelia
Two blocks south of Addison Brown Line CTA Station
Free parking available in lot and in neighborhood

Building Website: corneliaartsbuilding.com

Guest Artists Jury Open - Cornelia Arts Building Spring 2022 Open Studios

Guest Artists Jury Open

Cornelia Arts Building

Spring 2022 Open Studios 

 

The Cornelia Arts Building is now accepting applications for juried guest artists to show and to sell their artwork during our 2022 Two-day Spring Open Studio Events:

MARCH Open Studios :

Friday March 25 6-10pm AND 

Saturday March 26, 11am-3pm

 

MAY Open Studios :

Friday May 20, 6-10pm AND 

Saturday May 21, 11am-3pm

 

The building offers a premium front lobby space in their newly remodeled building, where artists can present work and sell directly to the public. 

FINE ART artists can apply to March and/or May date.

If artist is accepted, artist pays a non-refundable fee of $250, but handles and keeps 100% of all their sales.

 

DEADLINES TO APPLY

• March Show: Apply by March 1

• May show: Apply by April 25

 

BUILDING

• The building, at 1800 West Cornelia, sits at the border between three Chicago neighborhoods: West Lakeview, Roscoe Village, and North Center.

• The all-working-studios of artists and artisans building has been hosting open studio events for three decades.

• Open studio events feature many of the resident artists and artisans in the building.

• Past open studio events regularly received from 300 - 800 visitors

• The building has recently been extensively remodeled and has new hallway lighting and walls and many new studios.

• All current Chicago COVID19 restrictions are in place. Currently that includes masks required inside.

 

FRONT LOBBY SPACE

• $250 for the two day event - includes three walls: a 12' wide wall as you come in the front lobby, and two walls forming an L in front lobby that are 8’ 5” wide and 8' 6” wide respectively.

• Shows are Friday night from 6-10pm AND Saturday from 11am - 3pm

• Artists handle and keep 100% of their sales.

• Artists may only use L-style picture hanging hooks with thin nails. Artist may only use removable putty-style poster adhesive for labels and signage, no tape or adhesive labels.

 

PROMOTION AND MARKETING

• Open Studios are heavily promoted through on-line sources, social media, and through the building's and the resident artist's extensive lists.

• Selected Artist’s name will be listed on most on-line listings.

• Selected Artist can receive digital images to help promote, as well as links to social media. 

 

TO APPLY

• Please put "GUEST ARTIST JURY" in the Subject line of email message to  JasonMessingerArt@gmail.com

• Indicate which month(s) you would like to be considered for.

• Artists can apply to more than one month - which may increase your likelihood of being selected.

• Include a link from your web site of the art work you'd like to show, with price ranges and dimensions.

• [Note: if you don not have a web site please send representative images of your work with dimensions, medium, and pricing for each.]

• Artists are juried based on the quality of their work, and their comparison to the building's other resident artists in both pricing and professionalism.

• If accepted, the artist’s fee is due in ONE WEEK from acceptance letter without exception, to ensure accurate listings.

 

DEADLINES TO APPLY

• March Show: Apply by March 1

• May show: Apply by April 25

• See CorneliaArtsBuilding.com for more information on the building.