Ignite Glass Studios is a state-of-the-art glass studio and educational and events facility. Located in Chicago’s West Loop, Ignite Glass Studios welcomes all ages and skill levels to experience the art and magic of glassblowing. Ignite Glass Studios offers glassblowing and kilnforming classes, workshops, demonstrations, team-building activities, professional bench rentals, and an artists’ gallery. By night, Ignite’s workroom is transformed into flexible work room offering a unique venue for private, corporate and community events. The space includes a 5,788 square foot room adjacent to and interactive with the glassblowing studio that can accommodate 220-seated guests, as well as an outdoor garden, rooftop deck, and a conference room. This one-of-a-kind facility is an ideal space for any special event. Whether you are looking for a memorable space for a wedding, bar/bat mitzvah, or birthday party or an inspiring venue to engage your business clients or colleagues, Ignite Glass Studios can accommodate your needs and will exceed your expectations.
GREAT GLASS ARTISTS like... Chris Carlson, Adam G, TRISTAN, CORN, RAW, slinger, GERM, HOPS, 2BA, ghost, MR GRAY, HANSHAW, kevin murray, PAKOH, VINCE P, WORM, N8, SALT, deppe, ZACH P, DARBY, Slinger, JOP, JAG, MAKO, MNP, Korey Cotnam, SNIC, ESP, BMF, VRHS, BATES, burtoni, CALM, T funk, meson glass, Robinhood, GHOST, Zii, CARVER B, MICRO, ETC ETC HIGH END TUBES from HITMAN< HOPS
Society Art Gallery is the premier venue for private events in Chicago. With 4,000 square feet of open loft space, this dynamic space is perfect for art shows and exhibitions, receptions and private events.
MAYDAY! Tattoo Co is an upscale tattoo studio located in Chicago. By Appointment Only. Award-winning resident tattoo artists: Pony Lawson Gary Parisi Josh Herman Garrett Harper Carolyn Elaine Adam Aguas For more information or to request an appointment, please email [email protected] **Due to high demand, our artists are currently taking appointment requests via EMAIL ONLY. Due to the high volume of requests, please allow up to 2 weeks for a reply. Thank you for your patience.** *We do not offer piercing.* instagram.com/maydaytattooco twitter.com/maydaytattooco
The newly renovated MCA Warehouse is ideal for your special event—from sophisticated black-tie dinners to out-of-the-ordinary parties; elegant weddings to corporate meetings. A flexible and truly unique space, the MCA Warehouse was once a pie factory and later a Chinese bakery. Now it can be transformed into anything you can imagine. The MCA Warehouse features 10,000 square feet of flexible event space, two levels with unique architectural details, impressive downtown views, a varied list of exclusive caterers, day and evening event opportunities, and reasonable rental fees. It is located at 1747 West Hubbard. Specifications 10,000 square feet of flexible event space Capacity: 570 standing/300 seated Sitting room ceremonies for up 300 guests List of exclusive caterers Wheelchair-accessible via freight elevator
Committed to presenting a vast range of styles and forms of time-based art, DEFIBRILLATOR is dedicated to fostering local talent while invigorating Chicago by bringing to the city artists of exceptional calibre from around the world. Contextualizing performance within visual art, we embrace those who look to the body, objects, space, and time for inspiration, research, and practice. Providing opportunities for established and emerging artists alike, DEFIBRILLATOR is a platform for underrepresented voices and time-based work that does not sit comfortably within pre-established genres or disciplines. Dynamic programming, decidedly fearless and unique, aims to provoke thought and stimulate discourse surrounding performance art. Our goal is to foster and contribute to a global dialog surrounding conceptual, ephemeral, or enigmatic forms of expression.
We are an all encompassing grassroots local ARTIST coalition. Our goal is to support and promote STREET ART & GRAFFITI culture in Chicago and we are passionate about providing affordable artwork in a non-intimidating atmosphere. Unpretentious and approachable, our shop serves as Chicagoland's premier street art shop. We also carry locally crafted merchandise including apparel, jewelry, collectables, sticker packs and more. Guaranteed, we have something for everyone at every price point!
Platform Studios is a working artist's studio offering figure drawing classes Wednesday and Thursday 7-9:30 pm. Live, nude model, starting with 1-minute gesture poses, then progressing to 5 and ten minute poses. The remainder of the class will feature two medium length and one long pose. Just bring your drawing materials and we supply the rest! Just $10/ class and always just drop-in. No sign-up is needed. Below are links to the resident artists of Platform Studios Chicago. www.platformchicago.com www.trevoroneil.com www.michaelobriant.com www. www.markverwoerdt.net www.Nickalas.com http://www.angierenfro.com http://amandakelleysmith.com/home.html http://someofmydrawings.wordpress.com http://www.mattjohnsonstudio.com http://sites.google.com/site/markyeedesign/home http://danmacdonaldstudios.org www.markverwoerdt.com http://angierenfro.com http://chicagoartistscoalition.collectrium.com/artists/134236/
Matthew Rachman Gallery features a carefully curated collection of Mid Century Modern furniture and contemporary art. Exhibitions are held regularly and our collection of rare vintage finds and curiosities changes constantly. The gallery is also available for event rental for philanthropic and private functions. For more information please visit www.matthewrachman.com.
Maxwell Colette Gallery specializes in post-street contemporary art from national and international emerging artists. The gallery also maintains an inventory of high quality secondary market artwork. MCG was founded by Oliver Hild in 2010 with a mission to blur the distinctions between fine art, street art, and graffiti. The gallery remains committed to elevating art forms and artists that have traditionally been marginalized and under-exposed. All programming at the gallery is free and open to the public.
Paperish Mess is a storefront and art gallery located in Chicago's Ukrainian Village neighborhood. Paperish Mess is a retail space showcasing original artwork in a variety of mediums and styles, as well as handmade goods and wares by independent artists. The space also hosts featured art exhibits, installations, and community centered events. We've created a place where those coming through our front doors, whether they be a local resident, a creative mind, or an independent artist can intertwine with one another. We’re so psyched to bring this to our neighborhood and we hope that you’ll want to be a part of it with us too. If you are an artist (or have an artist friend!) interested in selling work or having an art exhibit, literary event, film screening, live music, etc. then please do get in touch– feel free to shoot us an email at [email protected]. If you are a visual artist please include a brief artist bio/description of your artwork or handmade items, a link to your website (if you have one) and/or a selection of JPEG images.
Vintage Furniture, Selected Objects, Decor,Antiques M A R T H A P E C K is a personal property appraiser specializing in antiques and residential contents and is accredited with the International Society of Appraisers. Un-biased and confidential Appraisal Reports can be provided for: Equitable Distribution-Division of property Insurance coverage Claims settlements Damage claims Federal estate tax Charitable contributions Confirmation of value Loss or damage claims Future sale of property Determine loss-of-value General Information- If you “just want to know” All appraisal reports are written in accordance with the current : Uniform Standards for Professional Appraisal Practices ( USPAP) Appraisal Association of America-Washington, D.C. Guidelines International Society of Appraisers, Appraisal Report Writing Standard and Code of Ethics. FEES: Fees are based upon an hourly bases with a two hour minimum for the initial on site inspection. Additional research time includes time taken to : identify objects, dates and marks, find comparable data, and assemble the final written document . QUALIFICATIONS: President of the Greater Illinois Chapter of the International Society of Appraisers. Accredited member of the International Society of Appraisers. Member since 2003.
Mixed Motion Art is Chicago's premiere Latin dance studio specializing in social Salsa, Bachata and Cha Cha. Learn from the finest instructors serving the greater Chicagoland area. The best part is...there's a $10 discount for your first class! Become a part of the Mixed Motion Art Community today!
Welcome to Chicago's newest most flexible, creative event space. Tucked along Grand Avenue in the heart of West Chicago, Space 1858 presents an open and intimate setting for a personal ceremony and/or reception with your closest family and friends; an art gallery, opening, or pop-up shop; a birthday celebration or baby shower; or a small social event. Designed to reflect the urban essence of Chicago, this venue is a loft style brick building that sits directly on the corner of Wolcott Avenue for convenient parking and easy guest access. Beautifully simple and clean, the interior of the space features a glass storefront with floor to ceiling windows, exposed wood beams, large side windows, and a focal brick wall. Steeped in classic city charm, Space 1858 provides minimal decoration to create an empty and open area that is ready for transformation. a blank canvas waiting to be filled.