Chesterton Art Center is pleased to announce two new upcoming exhibitions September 2–30, 2023, titled Collaborating with the Natural World by local artist Suzy Vance, and As I See It, a group exhibition by CAC’s Teen Arts Group members. An Artists’ Reception with both Vance and TAG members is planned for Saturday, September 9, 12–2 PM CST. Vance’s work is a combination of photography and haiku and will be shown in the upper gallery, while TAG members will be exhibiting a collection of work from the past year in the lower gallery.
Raised in the midwest and widely traveled, Suzy Vance lives and creates on the southern coast of Lake Michigan. She describes herself as a "born again" lawyer who is inspired by the world and people around her.
In her spare time, Suzy expresses her creativity in a variety of media, one of which is Haiga. This is a combination of photography and Haiku. Seeking to foster self awareness and peace in the world, she hopes her work will draw the viewer in and imbue gratitude in each of us for all that we are and all that contributes to us...each day…every moment. She hopes her work will inspire viewers to look beyond what they see…to imagine and embrace possibilities not yet acknowledged or even considered. For more information or to contact Vance head to suzyvance.com or check out the video podcast she hosts, Creating From the Heart - The Artistry of Living, on YouTube.
Suzy Vance, digital print
As I See It is a group exhibition of CAC’s Teen Arts Group (TAG). Their work collectively explores the perspective of leaving adolescence and entering early adulthood and how this transitionary period changes their view of the world. The imaginative ideas in their minds become tangible stories that are shared through their expressive work as they attempt to define the world as they see it. TAG artists in the show include Brooklyn Becker, Hana Byrt , Summer Machnik, Marley Mayer, Natalie Orban, CeCe Post, Jackie Ringler, Kendra Ritchie, Brooklyn Towner, and Lauren Yarosz.
Teen Arts Group - Natalie Urban, graphite and colored pencil on paper
Teen Arts Group - Summer Machnik, oil painting
CAC’s Teen Arts Group (TAG) is a free monthly program for passionate teen artists interested in pursuing professional arts experiences and strengthening their own visual art practices. TAG members learn from one another as well as professional artists, explore area and Chicago museums and galleries, and work on individual portfolio development. TAG also offers access to various community engagement and exhibition opportunities. Interested artists can contact programs@chestertonart.org.