Sculptor Ed McCullough took the Flossmoor Public Art Commission members and guests on an aesthetic journey on Saturday as he described the ideas and inspirations for his work. His metal sculpture, Crossing #5 was dedicated as the newest piece in Flossmoor’s sculpture garden.
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Mirrored obelisk becomes H-F High School’s 12th outdoor sculpture
The creativity of eight students in the 3D sculpture and ceramics class at Homewood-Flossmoor High School brought to life “Obelisk,” the 12th outdoor sculpture on campus, which was dedicated at a cermony on Tuesday, May 30.
Art & Garden Fair anniversary: A week of art, science, music and food
To celebrate 10th anniversary Art & Garden Street Fair, Homewood is planning a colorful extension to the two-day festival, giving it a four-day lead-in called Art Week: Changing Lives Through Giving. Music, art and science events run Monday through Saturday. See the schedule here.
Artist is speaker at ceremony for Flossmoor Sculpture Garden work
Flossmoor’s newest addition to its Sculpture Garden, Crossing #5, will be dedicated on June 3 at Flossmoor Park, 2423 Flossmoor Road. Sculptor Ed McCullough of Chicago will speak at 2 p.m. and is bringing four models of his work to the dedication ceremony. Activities are planned at the park between[Read More…]
Artists welcome to apply for juried art fair
Artists have until April 10 to apply for the juried art contest, part of the 2017 Fine Arts Fair hosted by the Homewood Area Chamber of Commerce. The works will be on display at the fair on June 3 and 4 in downtown Flossmoor. All works must be original[Read More…]
Zone Comics & Games plans grand reopening to mark rejuvenation
The former Zone Comics at 18107 Dixie Highway in Homewood has two new owners, a new word in the name and a new approach to the business. Co-owners Joe Bullaro and Alex Stritar renamed the store Zone Comics & Games. They plan to have a grand reopening Saturday, Nov. 12,[Read More…]
Teen arts organization seeks to expand adult leadership
Audrey Faris, left foreground, and Aggie Cobain, left background, paint faces during the 2016 National Night out in August. The two artists are members of TALK, a teen arts and leadership organization. The group recently launched a face-painting business. (Chronicle file photo) Theatre Arts Leadership Kouncil (TALK) is about a week shy of[Read More…]
Oct. 8 public art fundraiser features auction of unique works of art: chairs
Art lovers who “Pull Up a Chair” next month will help support Flossmoor’s Sculpture Garden and other public art. But they may also walk away with a work of art that’s a unique piece of furniture.
Sculpture park: Great art is front and center, available to all in Flossmoor
Editor’s note: This story originally was published as the cover story in the September 2016 print edition of the Chronicle. The young girl, frozen in time, looks skyward. She may be gazing at stars, or watching a sparrow in the trees. She is filled with hope and innocence but also[Read More…]
The Nature of Art: Izaak Walton art show to highlight perspectives on nature
Area residents typically visit Izaak Walton Preserve to hike, bike and fish. In three weeks, there will be another reason to visit: the art. The preserve will host an art show, “The Nature of Art,” in Senior Hall Lodge from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 15, and[Read More…]