Bill Marvin is privileged to be able to capture the ever changing moods of nature, out in the open, fresh and unspoiled. Bill started showing his landscapes in 1996 and in 1999 he was asked to become Vice President of Oil Painters of America and remained in that position for two years. Bill is also […]
It's that time of the year again. Brilliant red and orange trees, a cool chill in the air and tombstones. Join us as we paint in the historical Graceland Cemetary. Who knows what famous Chicagoans you might find there. The cemetary opens at 9 a.m. The new entrance for Graceland is 4264 N. Clark at […]
Please join us for our year end exhibition, the culmination of the season's best paintings by over 35 artists. Images of iconic Chicago, hidden Chicago, nature in Chicago - every aspect of Chicago! Think great holiday gifts! The opening reception is Friday, December 2nd, 6pm-9pm at the Palette and Chisel Academy, 1012 N. Dearborn. The […]
From the early 1800s until 1960, Swedes ranked as Chicago’s fifth-largest foreign-born group. One of the areas settled by Swedes was a bucolic subdivision called Andersonville. If you’ve never been to Andersonville, you’re in for a pleasant surprise. It’s known for its 19th century row houses, as well as charming antique shops, cafes and great […]
A favorite painting site, the mansion is challenging with its arched entryway and multiple chimneys. Cross North Ave. to paint the park, or head south for other historic mansions and beautiful shaded streets. Street parking. Restrooms are not nearby.
This location offers the station with its clock tower and historic loft buildings. Once the center for the printing industry in Chicago, the look of industry is still present. Street parking. Restrooms in Dearborn Station.
Note: This paint out is on a Sunday. This is a treat as we leave the city and make our way to the historic Wagner Farm in Glenview. Take a leap back in time to paint farm life from decades past. There are many views to paint including barns, farm equipment, farmland, chickens, and cows. […]
Whatever you're in the mood to paint you should find it on this paint out. Spirit of Music Garden is in Grant Park where there are trees, plants and formal gardens nearby. If you look across Michigan avenue you'll see large historical buildings that now house hotels and restaurants. Do you love painting people? You'll […]
Think lively and colorful when you come to this paint out. Indian and Pakistani stores line this mercantile street. Challenge yourself with a busy street painting and store signage. There is on street parking and you can put 2502 W. Devon Street in your gps. There are restaurants and a few coffee shops that will […]
Hooray for Chicago's amazing museums. We are so fortunate to be able to set up our easels and try to paint them. Choose from three museum buildings with architectural interest or try painting the city skyline from various aspects. The hardest part of the day will be deciding what to paint. Pay parking is available […]
