Artist

From envisioning a double sided interactive canvas to rocking out with his Djembe in Van Go Go Ted Gram Boarini is not afraid to put himself out there. Not only is Ted an avid maker and natural artist but an important advocate for the whole arts collective. When he is not deeply engaged in his […]

Russell Copenharve finds inspiration everywhere: land- and cityscapes, people, exhibits he attends … even hamburgers. He produces work with ease and finds joy in discussing his projects with others. While art making, Russell uses hard edges, bold contours, and striking colors to design attractive works that explore the relationship between stillness and movement. The stillness

As we enjoy warmer temperatures and longer days, springtime is blooming at the Chicago Studio.  To top it off, we have bright, colorful artwork by Christina Zion to greet us every day! Selected by curatorial committee member, Susan Pasowicz, Christina was excited to give a more in-depth view of her artistic practice in discussion with

In March of 2012, The Arts of Life community welcomed a maker in her late twenties named Amanda Gantner. Amanda was curious and willing to experiment with a wide variety of mediums. Her early work included abstract acrylic paintings that implied architecture, layered oil pastel pieces reminiscent of landscapes, and jagged colored pencil drawings with

With stories about community and family, February’s Artist of the Month exhibition at the Chicago studio gets right to the heart of things!  Painter and Comics Artist, Mike Marino was picked by curator Tim Stone for the way he offsets deeply personal storytelling with a vibrant palette of colors.  After their gallery talk, Studio Manager,

There’s a real treat in store for visitors to the Arts of Life during January.  Work by the 2017 Artist of the Year is on-view in our gallery.  Dave Krueger was picked by fellow band member Kris Schenkel for his compelling characters, action packed paintings, and mesmerizing linework.  Studio Manager, Catherine Norcott sat down to

Laura McManus is one of a small handful of artists who’ve been part of The Arts of Life North Shore studio since the beginning. She joined us in July of 2010, just six months after we opened our studio on Johns Drive in Glenview.  Her presence has been vital in shaping our culture and community.

In contrast to the chill air and dull color outside, guests to the Chicago Studio will be greeted by a blast of bright, warm colors in the drawings of Lee Draus. He was selected as December’s Artist of the Month by curatorial committee member, Tim Stone. While both have distinct practices, they were able to

Hector Jones has received the honor of being named the North Shore studio’s artist of the month for November! An established member of our community, Hector has a well-established art practice. His portfolio is united by graphite renderings of pop culture figures with expressive faces and soulful eyes. Hector’s work is included in the A