Past events

Join Ladies Who Lit and The Art Idiot for a special Movie Night at POVOS Gallery, featuring a screening of Roman Holiday (1953), the beloved classic starring Audrey Hepburn and Gregory Peck. This one-night-only event invites you to experience the magic of this timeless romance while engaging in a post-film discussion about its connections to Brit Bennett's The Vanishing Half, LWL's March read.

This classic Audrey Hepburn film plays a key role in The Vanishing Half, shaping Desiree and Stella’s ideas of self-reinvention early on in childhood. While Roman Holiday is a whimsical romance and The Vanishing Half a profound meditation on race and identity, both explore the consequences of leaving behind one’s past. Plus, it raises an interesting question: what does it mean when escaping your life is a luxury versus a necessity?

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Early Work members receive an exclusive discount (EARLYWORK)—don’t miss this chance to watch, discuss, and connect with fellow lovers of film and literature.

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/ladies-who-lit-presents-movie-night-feat-the-art-idiot-tickets-1262903521429?aff=oddtdtcreator&discount=EARLYWORK

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6-8 PM

Join EarlyWork for an exclusive preview of Erol Scott Harris' solo exhibition, "Harlequin Choreographies" at cam.contemporarie. 

Serving as an epilogue to graduate school, Harris’ homecoming to Chicago features a presentation of select works from his Yale MFA thesis. Pushing his familiar and signature medium, linoleum vinyl flooring, into new directions, these recently developed screen prints and a floor installation conjure the spirit of his ancestors' handiwork, in this deeply personal work.

During this intimate preview, the artist will walk us through his creative process and the development of his most recent body of work, as well as his time at Yale. 

“My entire life, post womb, is theatre. For me the stage's glory is wrapped in Linoleum.” —Erol Scott Harris

12-2 PM

Join EarlyWork and DOCUMENT for an intimate studio visit and art-inspired lunch with renowned artist Laura Letinsky!

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Throughout her career, Laura Letinsky has explored the fundamental nature of photography and its relationship to reality. Her large-scale still life photographs, often featuring remnants of meals or parties, invite contemplation on perception and the transformative power of the photographic image.

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During this unique afternoon, you will have the special opportunity to explore Laura's studio and engage with the artist directly, gaining deeper insights into her work through conversations with the DOCUMENT team and Laura herself. Following the studio visit, enjoy a delightful lunch of artful bites served on Laura's own beautifully designed porcelain dining ware. The grazing table, curated by TXA TXA Club, will evoke an aesthetic reminiscence of what one might encounter if they stepped into one of Laura's photographs!

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Laura Letinsky holds a BFA from the University of Manitoba (1986) and an MFA from Yale University’s School of Art (1991). She is a Professor in the Department of Visual Art at the University of Chicago. Notable exhibitions include: the Montreal Museum of Fine Arts, Montreal, Canada; Galleria Nazionale d’Arte Moderna e Contemporanea, Rome, Italy; the Mumbai Photography Festival, Mumbai, India; MIT, Cambridge, MA; the Museum of Contemporary Art, Chicago, IL; The Photographers Gallery, London, UK; the Denver Art Museum, Denver, CO; the Getty Museum, Los Angeles, CA; the Museum of Modern Art, New York, NY; and The Renaissance Society, Chicago, IL. Awards include the Canada Council International Residency, Kunstlerhaus Bethanien, Berlin, Germany; The Anonymous Was a Woman Award; and the John Simon Guggenheim Fellowship. Publications include Time’s Assignation, Radius Books, 2017; Feast for the Eyes, Aperture Foundation, 2017; Sticky Sweet, New Hampshire University, 2016; Ill Form and Void Full, Radius Books, 2014; Feast, Smart Museum of Art, UC Press, 2013; After All, Damiani, 2010; Hardly More Than Ever, Renaissance Society, 2004; Blink, Phaidon Press, 2002; and Venus Inferred, University of Chicago Press, 2000.

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6-7 PM: EarlyWork mix and mingle with drinks and bites

7-9 PM: Circus Quixote

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ALL COMPLIMENTARY TICKETS ARE CLAIMED! TICKET PURCHASE IS NOW REQUIRED

https://purchase.lookingglasstheatre.org/ChooseSeats/36623

Promo code: EARLYWORK25

 
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If checking out Lookingglass Theatre and the exciting renovations to their iconic location in the historic Water Tower Water Works building on Michigan Avenue has been on your to-do list, join EarlyWork for an outing to see Circus Quixote at Lookingglass on Thursday, March 13.

Somewhere in La Mancha there lived a man who read so many books that his brains dried up…we'll saddle up with Lookingglass as they go tiltingly, acrobatically into the dreamy madness of Don Quixote and his impossible folly-filled quest to bring good-deed doing back into the world— whether the world wants it or not!

You might need an adult beverage before the madness begins, so the EarlyWork crew will gather for mixing and mingling, complete with cocktails and light bites, in the lobby of the historic Water Tower Water Works building prior to the show.

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The first 15 members to RSVP will receive a complimentary ticket to Circus Quixote. If you are one of the first 15, you'll receive an email notification. After 15 RSVPs, ticket purchase will be required.

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‍Members can purchase tickets for 20% off of the Thursday, March 13, 7 pm performance of Circus Quixote using EarlyWork discount code EARLYWORK25. (Discount does not apply to tickets in Tier 4. Fees will be applied at checkout.)

EarlyWork membership includes two drinks tickets to redeem at the bar and light bites during our mix and mingle hour and during intermission!

Lookingglass is located in the historic Water Tower Water Works at 821 N Michigan Ave at Pearson St on Chicago’s Magnificent Mile. Enter through the wooden double doors at 163 E Pearson St.

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12-1 PM: Artist talk
1:30-2:30 PM: EarlyWork members only meet & greet and toast with Yonamine

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Artworks by Jo Ractliffe and Yonamine included in the exhibition Project a Black Planet: The Art and Culture of Panafrica at the Art Institute of Chicago address the Angolan Civil War and its aftermath. For Yonamine, who is Angolan, and Ractliffe, who is South African, confronting this subject through their work has been, in part, a process of discovering the different ways in which it marked their sense of the world. This conversation, moderated by Mariela Acuna, Director of Exhibitions and Residency, will offer insights into how their time in Angola has influenced the two artists' practices.

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After the conversation, from 1:30-2:30, join EarlyWork for a members only meet & greet and toast with Yonamine on the HPAC catwalk overlooking the Ground Floor biennial spotlighting Chicago's most promising emerging artists. EarlyWork members will have the opportunity to chat more intimately with the artist and ask questions, while also meeting other artists participating in residencies at the center!

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About Jo Ractliffe
‍Since the 1980s, Jo Ractliffe’s photographs have reflected her ongoing preoccupation with the South African landscape and the ways in which it figures in the country’s imaginary, particularly the violent legacies of apartheid. In 2007 Ractliffe extended her interests to the war in Angola, a conflict South Africa was intricately involved in. This work was manifest in three photobooks: Terreno Ocupado (2008), As Terras do Fim do Mundo (2010) and The Borderlands (2013). In 2020, the Art Institute of Chicago mounted a retrospective of Ractliffe’s photographs, Drives, which coincided with the publication of a monograph by Steidl of Ractliffe’s work, "Photographs: 1980s – Now." Ractliffe is represented by Stevenson Gallery.

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About Yonamine
Yonamine is a multidisciplinary artist whose work explores themes of memory, identity, and the fragmentation of history. Having lived in Angola, Zaire, Brazil, the United Kingdom, and Germany, his nomadic upbringing profoundly shapes his artistic practice, reflecting the complexities of contemporary globalized identities. Working across mediums such as collage, painting, drawing, and installation, Yonamine employs a distinctive layered and fragmented aesthetic. His art reimagines historical and contemporary narratives, addressing the legacies of colonial histories and the disjointed nature of modern existence. Yonamine’s work has been featured in several international biennials and exhibitions. Highlights include his participation in the 29th São Paulo Biennial in Brazil (2010), where his work explored the intersections of history and modernity, and the IX Sharjah Biennial in the United Arab Emirates (2009), which addressed themes of cultural displacement. His recent projects include the 4th Ural Industrial Biennial in Ekaterinburg, Russia, curated by João Ribas; the 14th Kaunas Biennial Long-Distance Friendships in Lithuania, curated by Alicia Knowk; and A Good Neighbor, the 15th Istanbul Biennial in Turkey.

Yonamine is a Visiting Resident at Hyde Park Art Center (March 4-28). His residency was organized in partnership with the Art Institute on the occasion of the exhibition Project a Black Planet: The Art and Culture of Panafrica.

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Join us for a two part event exploring the world of artist prints!

‍At 5 pm EarlyWork members are invited to a champagne meet and greet with Jessica Cochran and Angee Lennard, the founders of Chicago-based artist print editions program, Process/ Process.

At 6 pm, Jessica and Angee will walk us through the art of print with a casual, in-person presentation of some of their most recent collaborations with artists.Artists’ prints are everywhere – from the walls of hotels like the 21C Museum Hotel Chicago to museums large and small, and even on sites like Etsy. But many don’t know what an artist’s print actually is (and are too afraid to ask)!

Enjoy a glass of wine and learn about artworks by Selva Aparicio, Selina Trepp, and Magalie Geúrin. Guests will leave with new knowledge about print processes, the advantages and accessibility of buying prints, and even have a hands-on opportunity to make a 21c penguin print themselves.

This event is presented in partnership with 21c Museum Hotel Chicago and Process/ Process.

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EarlyWork is going to Mexico City!

For our first member trip we are heading to Mexico City, Mexico, Monday, February 3 through Friday, February 7, 2025 on the occasion of the Zona Maco and Material art fairs.

While in Mexico City Participants will have the opportunity to explore art galleries, go on studio visits, attend exclusive art fair previews, and engage with local artists and curators, gaining unique insights into the contemporary art landscape of Mexico. We'll also indulge in delicious food through unique culinary experiences and intimate dining opportunities.

This carefully curated journey promises an immersive experience, blending the vibrant art scene of Mexico City with the cultural richness and historical depth of the dynamic city.

With a focus on fostering meaningful connections and cultural exchange, this inaugural trip to Mexico City is designed to deepen your appreciation of art and expand your horizons. We are so excited to expand our programming through travel and look taking this exciting adventure together, creating unforgettable memories and forging lasting relationships within the EarlyWork network.

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• 4 nights at a beautiful boutique in Mexico City
• 3 lunches and 3 dinners, including lunch at Contramar
• A private experience at Mariane Ibrahim’s Mexico City gallery
• A private collection visit  
• A studio visit with a Mexico City based artist
• Passes to the Zona Maco art fair
• Passes to the Material art fair

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Straight from a twice-extended Broadway run, Jaja's African Hair Braiding is making its Regional Premiere at Chicago Shakespeare Theater in January 2025. Join the EarlyWork crew for an exclusive, invite-only experience on opening night!

On opening night, we'll immerse ourselves into Jaja’s, a bustling Harlem hotspot where West African immigrant braiders work their magic on the locals’ locks. Amidst the lively buzz of a scorching summer day, pull up a chair with Marie, Bea, Miriam, Aminata, and Ndidi as love blossoms, dreams flourish, and secrets are revealed. But uncertainty simmers below the surface, and this tight-knit community must confront what it means to be an outsider on the edge of the place they call home. Written by Tony-nominated Ghanaian-American playwright Jocelyn Bioh and directed by Chicago’s own award-winning director Whitney White, this laugh-out-loud comedic gem “is equally affecting as it is hilarious,” hails Entertainment Weekly.

‍EarlyWork members have exclusive access to attend the invite-only opening night performance on Friday, January 17 at 7:00 pm followed by a post-show party with the company.

Opening Night & Afterparty Timeline:

6:30 pm: Ticket collection from EarlyWork check-in table located near lobby doors. Members will receive tickets and post-show party pass at check-in. Lobby opens at 6 pm, feel free to arrive early to chat with other members.

‍7:00 pm: Opening Night performance begins (90 minutes, no intermission)

‍8:30 pm: Afterparty begins in the Courtyard Theater Lobby

‍10:30 pm: Event concludes

Kick start the new year with an intimate studio visit & conversation with Elsa Muñoz!

Elsa Muñoz is a Mexican-American artist born and raised on the South Side of Chicago (1983). Muñoz credits her interest in both nature and healing to her experience growing up in an underserved and often unsafe community with little access to green spaces. Having to spend most of her childhood indoors led to the cultivation of a rich inner world in which she was able to find beauty and sanctuary. Her work explores the threads connecting ecology, personal health and spirituality.

If you attended the EarlyWork Rococinco dinner presented in partnership with Rococo Art Advisory founded by Maria Vogel during Chicago Exhibition Weekend (CXW) in October, you're probably already familiar with her practice since we dined on an interactive course inspired by her practice! This is a great opportunity to build on your relationship with Elsa!

While in the studio, members will get a sneak peek of the production for two solo shows she's preparing for Spring 2025!

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Studio Visit Timeline:

6:00pm: Members arrive, explore studio and enjoy refreshments

6:20pm: Conversation and Q&A

7:00pm: Members mingle

8:00pm: Event wraps and members leave studio

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Artist's Website: https://www.elsamunoz.com/

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Come celebrate the end of the year with us as we gallery hop along Chicago Avenue in the West Town gallery hub. Featuring Tala, PATRON and Povos, the EarlyWork crew will hop between the three galleries–all located within a two block radius of each other!

Through visiting Tala, PATRON and Povos you'll have the opportunity to engage with gallerists that are at different points in their journey in the arts, each contributing something unique and vital to the ecosystem in Chicago. Whether you're drawn to the community-minded curatorial strategies at Tala, the established presence of PATRON, or the emerging artists at Povos, each gallery offers a distinct perspective and enriches the vibrant tapestry of the city's cultural landscape.

Spending about 45 minutes at each gallery, guests can expect to hear about their respective programs and the exhibitions on view, followed by mingling and festive libations. If you can't make it to the first stop, join us along the way!

‍Holiday Hop Schedule:‍

‍Stop One: Tala | 6-6:45

‍1644 W Chicago Ave

‍Stop Two: PATRON | 6:50-7:35

‍1612 W Chicago Ave

‍Stop Three: Povos | 7:40-8:30

‍1541 W Chicago Ave

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Join us for the second edition of EarlyWork in The Stoodio, featuring Zachary Weber!

Through the EarlyWork in The Stoodio program series, we explore the studios and practices of young, emerging artists in partnership with Stoodio, the Chicago-based digital marketplace that aims to serve as a resource for collectors, curators, and galleries.

Zachary (b.1997) is an emerging artist that works in a diverse array of mediums from porcelain to spray paint, mining subconscious curiosities while engaging with the possibilities of aesthetics, materiality, and spatial awareness. During the studio visit, you'll have the opportunity to hear from Zachary about his creative process, as well as from Michal Dzitko, co-founder of Stoodio. Michal will explain how to redeem your exclusive EarlyWork discount code through the private EarlyWork portal if you decide to purchase one of Zachary's artworks through their digital marketplace.

If you're eager to connect and build relationships with artists just emerging on the scene before they hit the big leagues, this is the series for you!

Join us at 6 pm for an exclusive EarlyWork champagne toast and meet and greet with artist Brendan Fernandes at 21c Museum Hotel. Following the toast, at 6:30, we'll transition to an intimate conversation between ART on THE MART Executive Director Cynthia Noble and Fernandes.

The two will discuss his immersive, site-specific installation, Build Up the House on view nightly at one of the world’s largest digital art platforms that transforms an architectural landmark into a permanent, larger-than-life canvas. At 7:45 pm we'll walk to the Mart for the 8:15 pm projection piece start time.

For his ART on THE MART commission, Fernandes imagines 'new' windows and doorways into THE MART, using the movements of animated human dancers to continuously 'reshape' the façade of the building. Colorful backdrops that reference foliage and African textiles honor the essential contributions of African diasporic peoples to American art forms, while emphasizing the natural elements of our man-made urban surroundings. Fernandes's newest work exhibits the artist's proven flair for subverting the conventions of dance performance, approaching the form with an architectural eye and an empathetic heart, imbuing his work with equal parts cultural responsiveness, critical theory, and aesthetic beauty.

Please note it's a 15 minute walk to the Mart from 21c.

Head to VSG Contemporary this Sunday from 11 am-2 pm for a champagne and bagel brunch in celebration of the Old Friends Ceramics Weekend pop up at VSG Contemporary.

Curated by Old Friends and featuring artists Zita Brizzi, Ava Carney, Seuil Chung, Mike Landini, William J. O'Brien, Delia Pelli-Walbert, Fawn Penn, Dara Schuman and Emily Schroeder Willis, the selection of works on view will represent both sculptural and functional practices, working across aesthetic disciplines to explore the material of ceramic.

Concurrent to the Ceramic Weekend, "Listen, Listen", a three room solo exhibition by Taylor Ann Valdez will be on view at VSG Contemporary. "Listen, Listen" explores the balance between the physical and spiritual worlds.

Can't make brunch on Sunday? Join Old Friends and VSG Contemporary for the opening on Friday, November 15 from 6-10 pm

In celebration of Jake Troyli's third solo exhibition at moniquemeloche, EarlyWork will visit the gallery for a sneak preview with the artist before the show opens to the public the next day. Following the exhibition preview, we'll head around the corner to Big Delicious Planet for a beautiful and intimate dinner with Jake!

About Jake Troyli
Jake Troyli’s work investigates the construction of otherness and the commodification of the Black/Brown body, confronting and exploring labor capitalism and sweat equity as a demonstration of value. He makes energetic paintings, often featuring a self-portrait or avatar of himself embedded in engaging scenes, with a markedly classicist approach. Utilizing techniques formalized during the High Renaissance, underpainting and toning are central to the conception of each work, beginning with a burnt sienna foundation to establish values. In a timely evolution of his practice, Troyli expands the functionality and influence of his figures, imbuing them with new agency and establishing absurd narratives to consider the timeless conversations surrounding the preconceived notions of identity and value structures. Through the presence of prop-like iconography and compositions reminiscent of community theater sets, Troyli positions his figures as performing commodities constantly on display. 

@jake_troyli

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Join EarlyWork and Steppenwolf for the Delta Blues: A Cultural Connection! On Thursday, November 7, The EarlyWork crew will head to the iconic Steppenwolf theater in Lincoln Park to see Leroy and Lucy and experience an evening of theater, music and art. At 6 pm we'll gather at the theater's Tap Bar for pre-show cocktails and an intimate conversation with artists and musicians about their work in connection to the themes of the play. When 7 pm rolls around we'll head to the Ensemble theater within Steppenwolf for the 7:30 pm production of Leroy and Lucy!

Enter promo code EARLY to purchase tickets to the play with an exclusive EarlyWork discount — https://cart.steppenwolf.org/19613/19632

About Leroy and Lucy:
Written by Ngozi Anyanwu, Leroy and Lucy is about two lost souls who meet at a crossroads, in the dead of night, deep in the Mississippi of it all. They laugh, they flirt, they make sweet music. Together, they conjure a familiar sound from long ago, one of wondrous deals and dangerous aspirations. In this sultry world premiere inspired by the myth of musician Robert Johnson, the Delta Blues fills the air, and every strum has the chance to change your life.

Join us for cocktails and bites at Maxwells Trading in West Town to raise funds for Re/Match’s 2025 artist grant cycle! Centered in artist advocacy, Re/Match (501c3) provides direct funding to Chicago visual artists to support the development and sustainability of their arts practice. In 2024, Re/Match distributed $50,000 in unrestricted funds to five Chicago artists, each artist receiving a $10,000 grant.

Guests will be able to bid on a few select art pieces as well as engage with a making station. Re/Match's first Artist Benefit will celebrate our 2024 awardees - Sofía Fernández Díaz, Cathy Hsiao, zakkiyyah najeebah dumas-o'neal, Alberto Ortega, and Maryam Taghavi, and raise funds for the second cohort of artists (2025 - 2026).

EarlyWork members can use discount code EARLYWORK for $25 off ticket price. Purchase tickets at

‍https://givebutter.com/ReMatchArtistBenefit?promo=EARLYWORK

Join EarlyWork at The Joffrey Ballet for renowned choreographer Cathy Marston's 'Atonement' in her re-imagining of Ian McEwan’s 2001 novel-turned Academy Award®-winning film production of Atonement.

The poignant story follows Briony Tallis, revealed in the book as its author and now portrayed in the ballet as a celebrated choreographer, as she grapples with the haunting echoes of her past through a breathtaking dance of redemption. Marston’s adaptation unfolds the tragic love story of Briony’s older sister, Cecilia, against the historical backdrop of 1935 England to explore the intricate layers of societal norms and the enduring impact of a single lie. Enveloped in Rossi’s evocative musical score, with dynamic choreography portraying the complexities of self-deception, the transformation of memory, and the weight of guilt, 'Atonement' shares an emotionally charged experience with a startling twist finale that will linger in the soul.

All complimentary EarlyWork tickets have been claimed. However, if you would like to attend the performance, tickets are available for purchase at https://cart.joffrey.org/18651/18660

Wrap up your CXW experience with EarlyWork and Good Weather! We’re chilling and spilling the art tea at Good Weather, where you’ll have a chance to see their current exhibition and also visit two new galleries with inaugural exhibitions in the same building: Grunts Rare Books and Letters to Nora.

Join EarlyWork, EXPO CHICAGO & Art21 for a Chicago Exhibition Weekend (CXW) collection tour hosted at the Gold Coast home of Jack and Sandy Guthman, two influential Chicago art collectors. You’ll get to explore their iconic art collection and take in the stunning works on view that range from contemporary masterpieces to timeless classics. Afterwards, make your way to the historic Murphy Auditorium  at the Richard H. Driehaus Museum, where the grandeur of the Gilded Age meets the vibrancy of modern art, for Embracing Chicago, the official CXW kickoff conversation.

Gold Coast | Address shared the day prior to the event.

Join us for the 2024 Chicago Exhibition Weekend Kickoff Dinner, hosted at UMMO for a night of great food, fun, and networking. Get ready to meet fellow art enthusiasts and kickoff an arts and culture filled weekend. Don't miss out on this exciting evening – mark your calendar now!

EarlyWork members can use discount code CXW24EW for $20 off ticket price. Purchase tickets at www.eventbrite.com/e/1004706152147/?discount=CXW24EW

Join EarlyWork & GRAY for a cocktail party celebrating CXW and a preview of GRAY's newly expanded galleries. With its rich history and influential presence, GRAY continues to be a beacon of artistic excellence–come raise a glass as we toast to their continued investment in the Chicago art scene.

After the festivities, head to the official CXW kickoff dinner at UMMO in River North.

Join Povos, Tala and EarlyWork for a night of dancing to celebrate the start of CXW at Arbella. From 9 pm until 1 am, Blesstonio, Finding Ijeoma and Francine Almeda will curate the sonic backdrop of the evening with back to back DJ sets.

Join EarlyWork and ICI at Mariane Ibrahim for cocktails in celebration of Chicago Exhibition Weekend. Enjoy an evening of art, conversation, and beverages as we come together to honor the vibrant cultural scene of Chicago. Mingle with fellow art enthusiasts, collectors, and creatives in the elegant setting of Mariane Ibrahim Gallery.

FEATURING TAROT CARD PULLS FROM TAROT READER LAUREN OBERLIN

Join us for an intimate studio visit and conversation with Isabella Mellado! Mellado’s paintings are to the artist as sigils are to the witch, and are a visual exploration ofself actualization through relationships—coven, platonic, romantic, familial & self. Through painting, she underlines queer trauma and Catholic shame by making reference to religious symbolism found in renaissance and medieval art. By relating gargoyles, demons and angels as seen in Catholic art to the contemporary queer coded figure in their paintings, Mellado questions moralizing tales as seen in the European art canon. Mellado’s work centralizes queer narrative, womanhood and latinidad as she has lived it, framing it with symbolism taken from mythology, folklore, tarot, astrology and Puerto Rican pop culture. On the 19th Mellado will walk us through how all of the above informs her practice and we'll explore her latest large-scale triptych that marks a turning point in the evolution of her visual language. After we hear from Mellado, members will have the opportunity to have a tarot card pulled by Tarot reader Lauren Oberlin! (Photo: Isabella Mellado in her Chicago studio. Photographer: Dayson Roa. Courtesy of the artist.)

Join us at Patron in West Town for an exhibition preview and walkthrough of Chicago-based artist Alice Tippit's solo exhibition The Deep Element! Tippit deftly uses color, image, and language in a looping game of “yes, and...” continually twisting what we do, don’t, and think we know. The Deep Element embraces the gallery space itself, with a single mural element that flows along the east side of the gallery, a watery frieze set at floor level. Her signature intimately-scaled paintings, collaged works on paper, and wooden wall sculptures—a recent expansion of her practice—share this environment. Tippit’s works for the exhibition are steeped in thinking about the inadequacies of language when confronting our interior landscape.

Join EarlyWork for a Artist-led Walkthrough with Chicago Artists Coalition's HATCH residents Molly Blumberg & Vince Phan of their exhibition: Garden of Liminal Bodies. Followed by a studio visit with BOLT resident Alexis De Chaunac.

Join EarlyWork for a studio visit with Zakkiyyah Najeebah Dumas-O'Neal follwoed by an exhbition walkthrough of The United Colors of Robert Earl Paige at Hyde Park Art Center

Join EarlyWork for an Artist & Curator-led walkthrough with mimosas and musical stylings by BSA Gold (Barédu Ahmed) in Celebration of Lawrence Agyei : Drill, curated by Rikki Byrd.