Arts of Life advances the creative arts community by providing artists with intellectual and developmental disabilities a collective space to expand their practice and strengthen their leadership.
Circle Contemporary is a multi-purpose exhibition space and an extension of the Arts of Life studios’ efforts to strengthen the creative community. Aimed at showcasing a diverse range of creative practices from individuals of all talents and abilities, Circle Contemporary provides a space and outlet for artistic inspiration and exploration.
North Shore Location:
1963 Johns Dr. Glenview, IL 60025
Image: Arts of Life
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Sept 26 - Oct 30: Guest curated show by Marc LeBlanc
To celebrate M. LeBlanc’s 8th anniversary, the gallery has collaborated with local non-profit Arts Of Life on an extraordinary exhibition/event. Over twenty artists have generously donated their work for an exhibition and raffle to be held on Devils Night at Midnight in support of the Arts of Life studio and program.
******Guest Curated by M. LeBlanc
Marc LeBlanc is an independent curator and the founder and owner of M. LeBlanc, one of Chicago’s premier galleries for international contemporary art. Prior to opening M. LeBlanc, LeBlanc worked as an independent curator, advisor, and writer, organizing over forty exhibitions for galleries in Berlin, Cologne, Chicago, and Los Angeles.
Following his international curatorial work, LeBlanc served as the Director of Programming for Art Los Angeles Contemporary and on the host committees of several benefit art auctions supporting research in healthcare sectors, specifically for autoimmune disorders, HIV/AIDS, and reproductive health initiatives. In addition, he wrote numerous reviews and conducted interviews for magazines like Artillery, ArtReview, and Numero.
LeBlanc received a Bachelors of Fine Arts from the School of the Art Institute of Chicago in 2003 before completing his Masters in Exhibition and Museum Studies from the San Francisco Art Institute in 2008.
Opening Reception:
September 26, 2025
5:00 – 8:00 pm
Devils’ Night Party and Midnight Artwork Raffle
October 30, 2025
8:00 – late
Image:
Rocco Dicaro
Eyes! Forever Creeping Forward!, 2024
Marker and pen on paper
3×5 in.
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