Some of the most distinguished open-air public art exhibits are right here in Chicago.
Public art enhances neighborhood spaces and adds cultural and social value to its environment. Art stimulates our minds and is a great conversation piece. Look up, down, and all around the city, you'll find art everywhere.
Four of the featured exhibits posted here are a collection of works by various artists participating in the Chicago Sculpture Exhibit (CSE), a not-for-profit organization founded in 2001 by former Alderman Vi Daley ('The Bot' exhibit is not a part of CSE program). CSE's mission is to 'bring art to the neighborhoods.' All of the exhibitions are outdoors and free to the public. The works are also available for purchase after the conclusion of the showings. For a guide to all of the exhibitions and more information, go to www.chicagosculptureexhibit.org.
Featured Photos:
Photo 1
'Messenger of the Gods' by Jack Howard Potter, 1440 S. Wabash Galvanized & powder coated steel, 98 in. x 144 in. x 52 in. (exhibit sponsored by the Jessie White Foundation & Attorneys' Title Guaranty Fund, Inc.).
Photo 2
'Summer Tree Blowing in the Wind' by Ruth Aizuss Migdal, 2211 S. Martin Luther Jr. King
Drive Fabricated painted stainless steel, 13 ft x 10 ft x 10 ft. (exhibit sponsored by The Metropolitan Pier & Exposition Authority).
Photo 3
'The Bots' by David Weeks Studio in collaboration with Anderson/Miller, LTD., 200 E. Cermak Road (material and dimensions unknown, fabricated by Vector Custom Fabricating).
Photo 4
'Full Sail' by Jon Kamrath, 1419 S. Wabash Steel and aluminum, 96 in. x 24 in. x 12 in. (exhibit sponsored by CMK Companies, LTD).
Photo 5
'Imbroglio' by Luke Achterberg, 51 E. 14th Street Painted steel, 120 in. x 48 in. x 36 in. (exhibit sponsored by CMK Companies, LTD).
All photos by Tracy Brown