Critique with Guest Artist Nancie King Mertz (members only)

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Join us to have your paintings critiqued by Chicago's very talented artist Nancie King Mertz.  You will learn by listening to her critique other's work as well as learning from your own.    If you're unfamiliar with Nancie, please check out her website https://www.nanciekingmertz.com/works   This is a member's only event.

Paint Out: The Green Mill and Historic Theatres

Green Mill 4802 N. Broadway Ave., Chicago, IL, United States

We will be meeting in front of the Green Mill Jazz Club at 4802 N Broadway Avenue.  Now 100 years old, this nightclub is the crown jewel of Chicago's Uptown Neighborhood.  If this does not strike your fancy then you may chose to paint the Riviera Theatre (4746 N Racine Ave)  or Aragon Ballroom  (1106 W. […]

Paint Out: Andersonville

Andersonville 5300 N. Clark Street, Andersonville, Il

Andersonville is Chicago's original Swedish neighborhood. The landmark water tower painted with the Swedish flag, now a replica, stands over this laid-back area. Clark Street is the main hub with charming stores and cafes. We will be meeting at 5400 N. Clark Street.  Be ready for beautiful storefronts and historic buildings.

Paint Out: Buckingham Fountain

Buckingham Fountain 301 S Columbus, Chicago, Il

The Clarence Buckingham Memorial Fountain is a Chicago Landmark in the center of Grant Park. Dedicated in 1927, it is one of the largest fountains in the world. Architects: Edward H. Bennett, Daniel Burnham Check Spot Hero or another App for parking recommendations. There are many public parking garages downtown.  

Paint Out/Nocturne: Wrigley Field

Wrigley Field 1060 W. Addison Street, Chicago, United States

What is more iconic Chicago than a painting of Wrigley Field, home of the Cubs? The lit up exterior offers a great nocturne!  This venue offers city street views as well.

Paint Out: Edgewater Beach Apartments Garden

Edgewater Beach Apartments 5555 N. Sheridan Road, Chicago, IL

For those of you who painted the Pink Lady earlier in the season, the building will open its garden courtyard to the first 35 PAPC painters on site. Entrance through 975 W Bryn Mawr (the Northeast corner of the building) Masks are required and you must use a drop cloth, but the drop cloth can […]

Edgewater Beach Apartments Exhibit

Edgewater Beach Apartments 5555 N. Sheridan Road, Chicago, IL

Paintings of this iconic building and its neighborhood by PAPC painters will be displayed for sale in the building's display case from September 1 - November 1, 2021 (Members: for more info on submissions, log-in to the portal)

Paint Out: Pilsen Neighborhood

Jumping Bean Cafe 1439 W 18th Street, Chicago, United States

This lively, colorful neighborhood is a favorite for many of the painters.  It has historic storefronts with many wonderful single family homes on the side streets. Rich in Latino culture, Pilsen is a neighborhood that overflows with music, art, culinary tradition, and murals.  We'll be meeting at the Jumping Bean, however another option is the […]

Paint Out: Robie House

Robie House 5757 S Woodlawn, Chicago, Il, United States

As part of Open House Chicago, we are including several buildings on the tour for our paint out locations. More on that later. Another option in this neighborhood is the Rockefeller Memorial Chapel, a majestic structure about a block away at 5850 S Woodlawn. Some history: The Frederick C. Robie House is a U.S. National […]