From the early 1800s until 1960, Swedes ranked as Chicago’s fifth-largest foreign-born group. One of the areas settled by Swedes was a bucolic subdivision called Andersonville. If you’ve never been […]
A favorite painting site, the mansion is challenging with its arched entryway and multiple chimneys. Cross North Ave. to paint the park, or head south for other historic mansions and […]
This location offers the station with its clock tower and historic loft buildings. Once the center for the printing industry in Chicago, the look of industry is still present. Street […]
Note: This paint out is on a Sunday. This is a treat as we leave the city and make our way to the historic Wagner Farm in Glenview. Take a […]
Whatever you're in the mood to paint you should find it on this paint out. Spirit of Music Garden is in Grant Park where there are trees, plants and formal […]
Think lively and colorful when you come to this paint out. Indian and Pakistani stores line this mercantile street. Challenge yourself with a busy street painting and store signage. There […]
Hooray for Chicago's amazing museums. We are so fortunate to be able to set up our easels and try to paint them. Choose from three museum buildings with architectural interest […]
The conservatory is a painting challenge! The gardens are beautiful and the fountain is a treat! If the conservatory area is not your thing, the zoo is right next door. […]
Montrose Harbor is located on the northern edge of Lincoln Park, a short walk from Montrose Beach. With a great neighborhood feel, Montrose offers outstanding northern views of the skyline, […]
This district's mix of Prairie style designs and more traditional historical styles, such as Classical Revival, Queen Anne, and Richardsonian Romanesque, provides a unique perspective on the changes that took […]