Spring into Art at the Cornelia Arts Building May 2024 Open Studios
See
two full-floors of working art studios at one of the largest artist
studio buildings on Chicago’s North side. On Friday May 10th, from 6 -
10 pm, and on Saturday May 11th, from 11 am - 3 pm, the Cornelia Arts
Building at 1800 West Cornelia Avenue, Chicago, Illinois, opens its
doors to the public to meet many of the talented artists and artisans in
person, explore their art practices up close, and purchase art and
crafts directly from their makers.
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| Front Lobby Guest Artist Lucia Nieto |
Currently
over 90 local artists and artisans work here, including painters,
sculptors, photographers, ceramic artists, print-makers, jewelers,
designers, and much more. The juried front lobby guest artist is Lucia
Nieto, sharing intensely detailed patterned drawings with a unique
vision.
Artist Jason Messinger in studio 109 showcases his signature tile murals, ceramic sculptures, and works on paper, as well as an assortment of artist made gifts. With one-of-a-kind artwork and special artisan-made gifts by the
building artists, the May Open House offers something for the whole
family to enjoy.
Building
on four decades of fostering creativity, the venue completes a
multi-year remodeling effort, with more than double the studios and
artists, and more art than ever before. 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; Roscoe Village,
Lakeview, and North Center. Located close to public transportation and
only two blocks south of the Addison Brown Line CTA stop, the building
has a free parking lot and street parking nearby. Events are free and
open to the public.
Cornelia Arts Building May 2024 Open Studios
Friday, May 10, 2024, 6 pm - 10 pm
Saturday, May 11, 2024, 11 am - 3 pm
The Cornelia Arts Building – Where Art Works
1800 West Cornelia, Chicago, IL 60657
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.
