general news, new accomplishments, new staff
Many members our collective have expressed concern about the current political climate. We are alarmed by a lack of concern for the wellbeing of all citizens, not just those who belong to specific groups. We are confused by proposed policies which aim to reduce and restrict the expressions of freedom and choice. We are saddened […]
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This Winter, the Chicago Studio was excited to have Marcella Apollonia join us as a Studio Intern. Marcella supports our artists with artmaking, working on goals, using social media, and keeping our studio clean. We are also excited to have her lead an art demonstration and art talk about emotion in art next month. We
CHI Intern Spotlight: Q & A with Marcella Apollonia Read More »
The Vision of TARP: The cornerstone of our Teaching Artist in Residency Program (TARP) is leadership. Leadership positions for people with disabilities provide visibility, promote inclusion, and broaden what those in the leadership positions and those who are watching think is possible. It is paramount for people with developmental disabilities to have leadership roles and
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With so much hustle and bustle throughout the studio, Heather Callans calm and pleasant demeanor brings a feeling of ease to the North Shore! Heather has been interning at the Arts of Life since October. Her gentle personality is refreshing to the whole community. Heather currently attends DePaul University with a major in psychology with
NS Spotlight Intern: Heather Callans Read More »
The Chicago Studio is excited to welcome Alyx Harch into our community. After volunteering with The Arts of Life in 2014, Alyx is back in the studio working 4 days a week as our new abstract Genre Specialist. Alyx has a passion for art that began at a very young age. “It dates back to
Meet Alyx Harch: Chicago Studio Abstract Specialist Read More »
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Day in the Life of Frances Roberts and Allison Wade Read More »
A big THANK YOU to our friends and neighbors at the West Town Chamber of Commerce for supporting The Arts of Life! With the help of abundant beverage sales during the Renegade Craft Fair and the West Town Food Truck Social, the West Town Chamber of Commerce was able to donate a portion of the
Thank You, West Town Chamber of Commerce! Read More »
On Thursday, October 20th, Van Go Go performed from participants and supporters of Resources for Community Living, a Rolling Meadows based organization that offers adults with disabilities opportunities to achieve greater self-esteem, dignity, and participation in all aspects of community life through affordable, independent housing options, individualized skill instruction, and necessary support services. Woodfield Mall’s
Van Go Go performs for Resources for Community Living’s Mixer at Level 257 Read More »
You’ve donated to The Arts of Life – amazing! Wonder how it’s being spent? Find out below!$1 to $49$2 pays for a soup lunch for an artist who forgot their meal$5 purchases 1 pad of paper$6 daily PACE transportation for 1 artist$15 provides 1 order of exhibition postcards$15 pays for 1 pint of glitter$20 purchases
Your Donation in Action! Read More »
Hot Doug had a serious talk with his evil twin about #ChiliCookOff lately! Submit your recipe before October 28th! More info at: artsoflife.org/chili[[{“fid”:”10157″,”view_mode”:”media_original”,”fields”:{“format”:”media_original”,”field_file_image_alt_text[und][0][value]”:”Doug Sohn Chicago”,”field_file_image_title_text[und][0][value]”:”Doug Sohn Chili Judge”},”type”:”media”,”link_text”:null,”attributes”:{“alt”:”Doug Sohn Chicago”,”title”:”Doug Sohn Chili Judge”,”height”:270,”width”:480,”class”:”media-element file-media-original”}}]]
Hot Doug’s Evil Twin! Read More »
This program is partially funded by support from the following organizations (Full Community Partners list here):
