A Visit to the Studio of Jessie Mott
As she heads to the Whitney Biennial, the young artist talks about her paintings of shape-shifting mythical creatures.
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Saturday Night's Alright for Lady Arm Rasslin' in Logan Square
The Chicago League of Lady Arm Wrestlers battled past midnight this weekend. Could reigning champ Chi-quita Flores defend the title against Lumberjack Jill, Calamity Pain, or another challenger?
Eight Concerts to Check Out This Weekend
Between Dan Deacon, Miley Cyrus, Peanut Butter Wolf, and George Strait—yeah, George Strait—there’s gotta be a show for you to see between now and Sunday.
A Visit to the Studio of Carol Jackson
This sculptor and SAIC prof crafts with tooled leather in her Humboldt Park studio. She’s off to the Whitney Biennial this month—but first, a quick visit.
Drinking With Joyce DiDonato
A talk with the mezzo-soprano, in town to star in Lyric’s La Clemenza di Tito.
The Top 5 Things to Do in Chicago This Week
Jazz, art, dance, theatre—you can’t lose!
A Visit to the Studio of Philip Hanson
The artist finally gets his due at the Whitney Biennial this month—and it only took 50 years of exhibitions.
Inside Chicagoland, CNN's New Take on the City's Story
The guys behind Brick City came to town in 2013 to film a documentary series that premieres on March 6.
A Visit to the Studio of Elijah Burgher
Buzz has built around this Humboldt Park artist since Art Chicago in 2010. Before he heads to the Whitney Biennial, he opened up his studio for photos and an interview.
How Ellen’s Oscar Selfie Ruined My Life
On Sunday night, all Chicago had was Twitter—and they took that away from us, too.