Week of Events
Muse 12 x 12 Exhibition
MUSE is a celebration of our diverse arts community, both near and far. It is open to all current members, as well as 2023 program participants and volunteers. Submit up to two 12 x 12-inch pieces of artwork to be exhibited this fall at Studio 21. Participants can choose to donate 100% of the proceeds […]
After School Art Camp Ages 6 – 8
After School Art Camp Ages 6 – 8
Explore the possibilities with friends at the Art Colony after school art camp! Allison will teach a variety of art techniques and students will learn about the elements of design and composition through a ton of fun activities, including paper pulp painting, handmade sketchbooks, air dry clay mosaics, foil embossing, and pastel glow effects, among […]
After School Art Camp Ages 9-12
After School Art Camp Ages 9-12
Explore the possibilities with friends at the Art Colony after school art camp! Allison will teach a variety of art techniques and students will learn about the elements of design and composition through a ton of fun activities, including paper pulp painting, handmade sketchbooks, air dry clay mosaics, foil embossing, and pastel glow effects, among […]
18 Years of Plein Air Painting in Cook County
18 Years of Plein Air Painting in Cook County
Join Cook County artist and 2023 Art Colony Graham Resident, Neil Sherman, as he shares some of the places and spaces that have inspired and influenced him over his 18 years of living and painting in Cook County. This event and the Graham Studio Residency program receives 2023 funding from the Blandin Foundation's Rural Boost grant. […]
Demonstration: Making Handmade Paint from Local Pigments
Demonstration: Making Handmade Paint from Local Pigments
Join Graham Artist in Residence Allison Healy as she demonstrates her process for making paints using local materials for pigments. This event and the Graham Studio Residency program receives 2023 funding from the Blandin Foundation's Rural Boost grant. 2024 applications will be opening mid-October 2023. This demo is free and open to the public.