Examples of when Arts Alive Chicago supplies artists, artwork materials or mentorship to businesses, associations or groups.
Haugan Elementary’s “blah” lunchroom was painted to life by 5th and sixth grade students. Using the Wiphala rainbow flag which represents the Indigenous peoples of South America as a starting point, students added their own images and patterns.
Hibbard Students paint a world mural in their school hallway with the guidance of @CydSmillie and teaching assistant Kaity Young.
The exterior plaza of Clarendale Six Corners in Chicago now sports a custom mural designed and painted by Christian Paz.
Thanks to Kathryn Eli’s pair of designs and construction/installation work by Cyd Smillie, Oscar, Jeff and Jerry Rogowski, Clarendale Six Corners pedway will make you smile.
Hibbard Elementary School (host of the previous 3 stairwell murals) is creating and painting its 4th and final stairwell mural with animal themed myths and legends under the direction of Cyd Smillie. Students designed and painted their own creations below the the chair rail (in the style of Lauren Asta), while Cyd painted the story … Continue reading Mythology Tells the Story
Jill Arena designs fun and color into every mural! This one shines for Centro San Bonifacio’s Cafe Fenix!
As part of the 38th ward’s Year of Public Art (YOPA) project funded by DCASE and Alderman Sposato, a 36′ long mural on panels was installed on the east wall of Merrimac Parks main building. Arts Alive Chicago worked for almost one year with the ward art committee, DCASE and the Chicago Park District to … Continue reading Merrimac Park Sports Mural