Located east of South Michigan Avenue and north of East Balbo Drive. Several hotels nearby for restrooms. Sight includes gardens, skyline, and street activity
The first nocturne of the season at the historic Music Box Theatre. Location includes the beautiful marquee, outdoor dining and storefronts. Coffee shops nearby. Restrooms in the theatre, show your PAPC badge.
Grand historic building in a quiet green neighborhood. Restrooms available on location: must show PAPC badge. A donation is encouraged. Coffee available at Cafe 53, open patio and a 10 minute walk.
Richard Laurent, an amazing Chicago painter and illustrator, will offer critiques of members' paintings. Take a few minutes to look at Richard's rich portfolio of art as well as his current exhibit at Jackson Junge Gallery. He's having a remarkable career. Submit paintings by Monday, 11:59 pm, May 3 to Facebook Group: PAPC 2021 […]
Designed by Augustus St Gaudens, the statue is titled Abraham Lincoln: The Man sits in the southernmost part of Lincoln Park, behind the Chicago History Museum. The statue Fountain Girl is nearby, but may be closed. Park address is 2045 N. Lincoln Park West, but finding it may be easier using the Museum address of […]
Beautiful expansive park with lagoons and architecturally interesting boathouse. Field House has restrooms. Cafe Colao is a 10 minute walk.
Montrose Harbor provides views of Lake Michigan along with many types of boats. The proximity of restrooms will be determined as we get closer to the event.
Take note, this paint out is on a Sunday. This gothic style building was built 1929-1930 and features stained glass windows by Louis Comfort Tiffany. Restroom proximity will be determined […]
Don Yang will demonstrate plein air techniques followed by the group paint out. Virtual critique of paintings will be offered the following Wednesday, September 30th, 2021, via Zoom. Paintings must be submitted for critique by Monday, September 28th.
The PAPC Annual Exhibit is the year-ending event and offers members an opportunity to exhibit the paintings they have done with the group throughout the season. Held at the Palette and Chisel Academy of Fine Art, the opening reception invites collectors and patrons to purchase paintings and meet the artists, and offers members a chance to socialize with their peers. Held over a two-week period, the event has included other events to expand visibility of the artists, such as lectures and dedicated tours of the exhibit for art collectors and educational groups.