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ArtCenter Lecture by Venice Biennale Winner Simone Leigh Postponed

Lecture on acclaimed sculptor Simone Leigh rescheduled for October due to weather-related travel issues.

Saudi Artist Emerges with 'Untold Stories' Thesis Exhibition

Abdulrahman Hamdi's MFA show at the School of the Art Institute of Chicago marks his full artistic expression after years of painting in secret.

Chicago Artist Battles Rebellious Cartoon Creations

Alex Solis' humorous drawings depict the artist fighting his own animated characters.

MoCP Celebrates 50 Years of Collecting Contemporary Photography

The Museum of Contemporary Photography at Columbia College Chicago marks a major milestone with an exhibition showcasing its evolving collection.

Suzanne Mears Celebrates the Season with 'Sailing into Spring' Exhibition

The show features Mears' latest mixed media paintings and glass sculptures.

Iconic Baseball Painting by Norman Rockwell Acquired by the Art Institute of Chicago

The painting depicts members of the Chicago Cubs after their 1948 loss to the Boston Braves.

Quartet of Masterpieces by Monet, Signac, Degas, and Léger to Headline Sotheby's Spring Sale in London

The paintings have a combined high estimate of £24 million and will be on public display in New York and London before the auction.

Norman Rockwell's Cubs Painting "The Dugout" Acquired by Art Institute of Chicago

The iconic work depicting the 1948 Chicago Cubs is the first and only Rockwell painting in the museum's collection.

Judy Chicago Says Massive Google Artwork Failed Due to 'Moratorium'

The renowned artist's experience with a planned Google commission in Chicago highlights the challenges of collaborating with tech giants.

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