Murals

End of Watch Mural

a row of people standing in front of a wall mural

In response to a social media post, Arts Alive Chicago (then Arts Alive/45) painted the “End of Watch” mural, designed by Jill Arena and painted by Cyd Smillie, to honor all the fallen officers in the City of Chicago.  At the dedication family and fellow officers were invited to fill in the badge number of … Continue reading End of Watch Mural →

Artwork/Partnerships, Murals

Running with Dogs Mural

A black and white painting of a ship on a wall.

Arts Alive Chicago (then Arts Alive/45) partnered with area poet Yvonne Zipter to do a poetry walk through the Six Corners neighborhood for Chicago Artists Month 2012 titled Block-By Block. When Yvonne planned to read a poem about running in the morning fog with her dogs, we asked the building owner of the KLEE if we could … Continue reading Running with Dogs Mural →

Artwork/Partnerships

Filament Theatre Ensemble signs lease at Six Corners

A group of people standing around a table.

David Roeder column: http://www.suntimes.com/business/12851981-452/kennedys-unveil-three-tower-plan-for-wolf-pointlake-canal-site.html “CUE THE LIGHTS: While Northwest Side residents work to preserve the Portage Theater at 4050 N. Milwaukee, its Six Corners neighborhood is getting a cultural infusion with the decision by Filament Theatre Ensemble to lease ground-floor space across the street at 4041 N. Milwaukee. The ensemble has been staging productions in … Continue reading Filament Theatre Ensemble signs lease at Six Corners →

Announcements/News

Featured Artist

two men standing beside a wall mural

Bill Weyna, former marine and owner of Uneek Designs explores wood as a medium in everything from picture frames and furniture to geometric stuctures exploring space and form.  When not in his shop he often holds clinics with “at risk” youth encouraging art over violation.  Arts Alive/45 welcomes his art and his commitment to bettering … Continue reading Featured Artist →