Archive for April, 2010
May 7: Fear No ART Chicago on WTTW @ 8:30
Thursday, April 29th, 2010Title: May 7: Fear No ART Chicago on WTTW @ 8:30 Location: WTTW Description: Fear No Art Chicago takes the viewer behind the scenes to discover the artists behind the art, and what is involved in the making of sculpture, painting, fashion, music, theater, and food of all types in the back studios, kitchens and Read more…
wttw11
Wednesday, April 28th, 2010About WTTW For more than 50 years, audiences have turned to WTTW for distinctive programming that informs, inspires, educates, and entertains. WTTW reaches 1.5 million weekly households over a four-state area, making it the most-watched public television affiliate in America. Recognized for its award-winning local and national productions, WTTW is committed to presenting the very Read more…
Nicholas Barron
Saturday, April 24th, 2010Nicholas Barron is a fearless and unique Chicago based singer-songwriter- painter and writer who has been making his living through music for 24 years. In 1987 he founded CASA (coalition for the Advancedment of street art) when he was an active busker and the city of Chicago was trying to ban it. He and his Read more…
Webstirs
Saturday, April 24th, 2010Catchy. Clever. Quirky. Contagious. After a lengthy hiatus, Chicago’s best kept secret are back with a fresh lineup and a brand new CD of smart indie-pop. Formed by two former grade school chums—Mark Winkler and Preston Pisellini—who shared a love of classic pop songcraft, the Webstirs released their debut album Smirk in 1994, a refreshing Read more…
Homaro Cantu and Ben Roche
Friday, April 23rd, 2010Chef Homaro Cantu is blazing the way into the new era of postmodern cuisine. Heralded as one of America’s most daring chefs, Cantu pushes the limits of known taste, texture and technique in stunningly futuristic fashion at Moto. In his newest endeavor, iNG he takes his culinary expertise and creative savvy to a whole new Read more…
Lauren Lein
Friday, April 23rd, 2010http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kVykivE5ans Lauren Lein Whether designing a feminine power suit for a couture client, or a unique collection for a store, Lauren’s signature style is recognized by eclectic blends of luxurious fabrics and textures. Each piece is complete with her artful touch… feathers, beading, fur trim, a simple bow or hand-made flower. These avant-garde couture pieces, Read more…
Columbia College Chicago
Monday, April 19th, 2010Columbia College Chicago is an urban institution that offers innovative degree programs in the visual, performing, media and communication arts to more than 12,000 students in over 120 undergraduate and graduate programs. An arts and media college committed to a rigorous liberal arts curriculum, Columbia is dedicated to opportunity and excellence in higher education. Columbia Read more…
Richard H. Driehaus Foundation
Monday, April 19th, 2010Chicago Fashion Foundation
Monday, April 19th, 2010The Chicago Fashion Foundation’s goal is to maintain and develop the fashion community in Chicago through an annual scholarship competition, yearly fundraiser, continuous professional network events, and mentoring programs. CFF is comprised of professionals and students who are dedicated to developing and retaining local fashion talent in order to raise the caliber of the Chicago Read more…