Chicago’s Premier Summer Art Event Returns to Michigan Avenue July 11 – 13, 2014
Eclectic Array of Original Fine Art – Leading Contemporary Artists - Live Music – Free Art Giveaway
Pioneer Court, on Michigan Avenue next to the Tribune
Tower in downtown Chicago, will once again be transformed into an outdoor art
gallery featuring the finest artists in the country. Festival patrons can
expect to see a wide array of original art with broad appeal and prices set to
suit all budgets. Admission is free and open to the public.
Festival Hours:
Friday, July 11, 10am – 6pm
Saturday, July 12, 10 am – 6pm
Sunday, July 13, 10am – 5pm
The artists, present for the duration of the event, will line North Michigan
Avenue, opposite the Wrigley building, along the Chicago River in their
professional white-tented booths. Festival patrons are encouraged to
engage the artists as they stroll through the exhibits to gain a better
understanding of their styles, techniques and inspiration. Many locals and
tourists return to these shows each year eager to explore the new work of
favorite artists and discover emerging talent.
“Chicago is a culture rich city and the downtown area is a perfect venue for
our art show,” says festival promoter Howard Alan. “We strive to bring
the finest artists from around the country as well as top local talent.
Diversity is key, we guarantee a wide variety of original artwork and a myriad
of styles and media, there is something for everyone.”
This art event has been consistently voted one of the top 100 outdoor-juried
art festivals in the country by Sunshine Artist magazine and attracts locals
and tourists alike. All artists are juried by an independent panel of expert
judges and hand-selected from hundreds of applicants based on quality and
diversity in order to ensure a wide array of art that will appeal to a variety
of art enthusiasts and collectors as well as casual shoppers. All
of the artwork is original and handmade in America. Prices will range from $25
hand designed earrings to $50,000 sculptures.
An Art Giveaway will give festival patrons an opportunity to win artwork by
mixed media artist Enrique Suarez. The prize, “Lovely Rose” (24” x 36” ) will
be on display at his booth where registration will also take place. The winner
will be announced during the final hour of the art show. No purchase will
be necessary to participate in this giveaway.
For additional information on the 23rd Annual Chicago Tribune North Michigan
Avenue Art Festival and other Howard Alan Events art and craft shows across the
country, visit www.artfestival.com.
