Chicago Grand Gallery was founded in 2023 in the Ukrainian Village. It is a modern, flexible art space that showcases contemporary art in many forms. The gallery features both emerging and established artists through solo and group exhibitions, performances, and film screenings.
The gallery’s adaptable design gives each exhibition its own unique atmosphere and character. Every show offers visitors a fresh experience, reflecting the evolving spirit of contemporary art in Chicago.
Open and inclusive, Chicago Grand Gallery aims to inspire creativity, connect people through art, and support Chicago’s growing cultural community.
Check our website for more details on upcoming events and exhibitions. We invite you to join us in celebrating the power of art to inspire, challenge, and bring people together.
Image: Gallery view with installation of Olivia Petrides: Erosion, 2025. Photo by Olexandra Kovalchuk
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The exhibit features works that challenge conventional art forms and push the boundaries of perception. Five visionary artists' works are showcased on the center floor, each bringing their unique style and perspective to the forefront. The mission of the Chicago Grand Gallery is to facilitate dialogues, encourage creativity, and expand visions. We are committed to supporting local artists and hope to introduce more people to their work.
David Hauptschein is a multifaceted artist, playwright, screenwriter, and impresario renowned for his innovative approach to digital painting. With several series of photo-based digital paintings under his belt, Hauptschein's works captivate audiences with their fusion of technology and artistry.
Daniel Guidara has over 40 years of experience in photography. His works, characterized by a rich interplay of light, color, and form, invite viewers to explore the dynamic intersection of art and technology.
Luna Prysiazhniuk, born and raised in Ukraine, is deeply rooted in a profound appreciation for architecture and urban landscapes. Luna's oil and watercolor paintings breathe life into Chicago's iconic cityscapes.
Brigitte Wolf is a German-born artist whose journey in the world of art has been marked by a relentless pursuit of creativity and self-expression. From her studies at the Art Institute of Chicago to her explorations in sculpture, Wolf's intuitive approach to painting yields works that transcend mere observation, drawing inspiration from memories and emotions.
Robert Piatek is an American artist known for his abstract expressionist pieces. Through his work, Piatek embarks on a continuous exploration of identity and existence, inviting viewers to contemplate the mysteries of the cosmos and their place within it.
\"Beyond Canvas: AI, Abstraction, and Architectural Expressions\" is a thought-provoking and visually stunning exhibition that will captivate art enthusiasts and ignite conversations about the evolving landscape of artistic expression.
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Kulyk closely based his series, however, not on the Munch composition but on the well-known “L’inconnue de la Seine,” the face of the unidentified young woman who was pulled out of the River Seine in the late 1880s, whose putative death mask became a popular art fixture on the walls of homes for the next century. According to the legend, since the young woman’s body showed no signs of violence, suicide was the presumed cause. Her tranquil composure perpetuated the idea of solace and peace.
Kulyk used the image of the L’inconnue to create three separate portrait studies of this mystical woman’s face: dead, awake, and finally, as if awoken to the modern-day horrors of our time screaming. Kulyk envisions an answer to a question: “What if she woke up not in the 1880s but in the 21st century?” The question opens a universe of speculation, as the final third portrait became a sculpture and carries a weight beyond the context of 19th century France. Could L’inconnue be awaking to the terrorist attack in which over a hundred people were killed in November of 2015, or to the burning of Notre Dame, or perhaps five years later to a pandemic, for which we are still not prepared even after a hundred years of medical advancements?
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An exploration of how art and the self transform through an intuitive artistic process
The Chicago Grand Gallery is pleased to announce the opening of Echo Mutation, featuring the compelling works of Michelle Stone, Jeff Crisman, and David Hauptschein. This exhibition invites audiences to engage with art that is as much about the process as the final creation. Through their distinct yet interconnected approaches, these three artists explore intuitive art-making—embracing spontaneity, chance, and the subconscious in their work.
This exhibition is an invitation to pause, look, and truly experience. What do you see? Art is often framed within the constraints of branding and self-promotion, yet Stone, Crisman, and Hauptschein break free from these boundaries, allowing their artistic journeys to unfold organically. Their work is a testament to the power of relinquishing control and trusting the process.
Each artist approaches transformation uniquely, yet all share a common thread of reinterpreting form and perspective:
The works displayed are more than just static pieces—they are moments captured in an ongoing conversation between the artist and the creation. Each transformation represents a reinvention—a self-portrait not in likeness, but in essence. Echo Mutation is a testament to the power of authentic artistic practice and an invitation to witness the ever-evolving relationship between form and self.
Join us at the Chicago Grand Gallery for the opening reception of Echo Mutation on April 4th, 2025 6:00 PM to 10:00 PM. Experience firsthand the immersive and intuitive journey of these three exceptional artists.
This exhibition was curated by Alicja Seledec in collaboration with Luna Prysiazhniuk.
Contact:
Chicago Grand Gallery
(773) 502-6010
chicagograndgallery@gmail.com
https://www.chicagograndgallery.com/
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In this workshop, Hannah will guide participants through an improvisational movement exploration responding to the artwork on view in Echo Mutation. Participants will embody some of the visual qualities present in the works, as well as uncover a physical language that teeters between intuitive and conscious processing. This workshop is open to all movement-curious people ages 16 and up; please wear shoes that you can comfortably move in on concrete.
Hannah Marcus is a Chicago-based dance artist interested in supporting and deconstructing the materiality of the body. Her research finds form in collaborative performance work, often exploring the nexus between movement and visual design, sound, technology, and language. Hannah has presented work independently through the LookOut Series at Steppenwolf 1700 Theater, DePaul Art Museum, Jello Performance Series at Elastic Arts, Lumber Studios, MOMENTA Dance Company, The Place (London), and University of Michigan Museum of Art. She has performed in exhibitions by Chris Reeves, Makayla Lindsay, and Ray Madrigal in addition to dance work by Maggie Vannucci, Amalia Raye Wiatr Lewis, Noelle Kayser, Rosie Herrera, Russell Lepley, Shay Kuebler, and Shannon Gillen. Hannah holds a BFA in dance with a minor in Performing Arts Management & Entrepreneurship from the University of Michigan. Upon moving back to Chicago in 2021, she started working with House of DOV and Hedwig Dances, the latter of which brought her to Dessau, Germany, for Bauhaus Fest. Hannah currently freelances on projects directed by Drew Lewis & Helen Lee, facilitates improvisation workshops with experimental musicians, and is working on an ongoing project with support from the Bridge Program at Hyde Park Art Center. www.hannah-marcus.com
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Using the pieces in the Chicago Grand Gallery as catalysts for inspiration, participants in this workshop will develop a streamlined process for interpreting external stimuli and responding clearly in a unique artistic voice. The evening will help build muscle for improvisation, articulation, and curiosity. Bring your own instruments!
D Jean-Baptiste is an artist experimenting with sounds sourced primarily from the body, violin, electronics, and voice. They’ve composed and choreographed for Elastic Arts’ 16-channel CLEAT system, written and recorded an immersive audio collage piece titled Halve, and traveled the country, sharing their solo explorations with attentive audiences. As collaborator, they’ve played with and/or recorded for several groups/artists and currently front their own band: Fruitleather.
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Michelle Stone is a visual artist based in Chicago. Growing up in an art commune, she was immersed in creative experiences but didn’t pursue art-making until early adulthood. Drawing became her gateway into art, and she prioritized refining her technical skills before developing her artistic language. After earning her undergraduate degree at SAIC, she gained the confidence to push beyond traditional techniques and embrace a more intuitive approach. Her work explores themes central to the human condition—life, death, love, relationships, and emotions—using art as a means of investigation.
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Our Art Talk will feature the talented artists Michelle Stone, Jeff Crisman, and David Hauptschein from the exhibition Echo Mutation curated by Alicja Seledec in collaboration with Luna Prysiazhniuk. We will begin with a special demonstration of Hauptschein's art-making process and a presentation by Crisman. The session will have a Q&A style open conversation hosted by Seledec. We invite you to stick around for our closing ceremony after.
A meditative journey into the spiritual and emotional state of creative flow, as expressed through floral impressionism.
The Chicago Grand Gallery is excited to present \"In the Flow of Bloom,\" a solo exhibition featuring the works of Ukrainian-American painter Tatiana Jackson. This collection invites viewers into a contemplative space shaped by Tatiana's passion for Impressionism and her deep connections to faith, family, and nature.
Each piece in this exhibition was created during a state of flow—the immersive and joyful experience of being completely present in the creative process. Whether through quick alla prima sketches or large figurative compositions, Tatiana paints from a place of spiritual unity and emotional clarity, using flowers as recurring symbols of life, transition, and grace. \"In the Flow of Bloom\" extends beyond aesthetic appeal; these paintings serve as emotional timestamps—capturing a day, a memory, or a moment of blossoming. Tatiana’s home, which often doubles as her studio, becomes a dynamic environment where art and life blend seamlessly. Her color palette shifts from room to room, following the light—just as her inspiration arises from the presence of children, books, gardens, prayer, and moments of quiet reflection.
This exhibition honors Impressionism not just as a technique, but as a way of life. It offers a gentle yet powerful response to cynicism, celebrating the often-overlooked emotional depth of floral art and the enduring resilience of beauty rooted in humility, faith, and everyday experiences.
Join us at the Chicago Grand Gallery for the opening reception of \"In the Flow of Bloom\" on May 9th, 2025, from 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM. Step into an immersive floral world and experience what it truly means to create and live in flow.
Contact:
Chicago Grand Gallery
(224) 355-2166
https://www.chicagograndgallery.com/
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This summer, our gallery is thrilled to launch Movie Club, a new monthly series dedicated to international, independent, and cult classic films.
Each month, our space transforms into an intimate screening room where art lovers and film fans alike gather to experience thoughtfully selected movies that spark conversation and connection. Screenings are followed by open discussions and opportunities to linger, reflect, and connect.
Membership is $15/month and supports the continuation of this program. All members are welcome to attend each screening, with snacks and drinks available for purchase with the option of BYOB. Proceeds from concessions are donated to humanitarian efforts in Ukraine.
We’re kicking things off with a film that blurs the line between painting and motion picture: Loving Vincent (2017), the world’s first fully hand-painted feature film. The story is told through an animation of 65,000 frames, all of which were hand-painted by over a hundred professional oil painters. Directed by Dorota Kobiela and Hugh Welchman, this visually stunning work investigates the life and mysterious death of Vincent van Gogh through animated oil paintings in the artist’s own style.
Join us as we bring cinema into conversation with art—one film at a time.
To become a member and attend the screening, visit https://ko-fi.com/chicagograndgallery
Loving Vincent June 20th at 7:00pm
2842 W. Chicago, Chicago IL 60622
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Looking for a fun way to tap into your creativity? Join us each month for Sip & Paint, an intimate evening of art-making, drinks, and great company—all set inside our gallery space.
These guided painting sessions are designed for all skill levels—whether you’re picking up a brush for the first time or you're a practicing artist looking to unwind. Materials are provided, and a local artist leads each session with step-by-step guidance or creative prompts, allowing you to follow along or break the mold.
This event is BYOB, and all participants leave with their own original piece to take home.
Sip & Paint is not just about the painting—it’s about gathering, connecting, and reclaiming creativity in a joyful, low-pressure environment.
Tickets are $45 and include all supplies. We also have a 2 for 1 deal available. Space is limited, so early registration is recommended. Sessions occur every third Saturday 5pm-7pm.
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This summer, our gallery is thrilled to launch Movie Club, a new monthly series dedicated to international, independent, and cult classic films. Each month, our space transforms into an intimate screening room where art lovers and film fans alike gather to experience thoughtfully selected movies that spark conversation and connection. Screenings are followed by open discussions and opportunities to linger, reflect, and connect. Membership is $15/month and supports the continuation of this program. All members are welcome to attend each screening, with snacks and drinks available for purchase with the option of BYOB. Proceeds from concessions are donated to humanitarian efforts in Ukraine.
Our next screening is The Living Fire (2016). A documentary filmed over he course of four years. This project captures the lives of three generations of shepherds in the Ukrainian Carpathians, highlighting their efforts to preserve a centuries-old tradition amid the pressures of modern life.
Join us as we bring cinema into conversation with art—one film at a time.
To become a member and attend the screening, visit https://ko-fi.com/chicagograndgallery
The Living Fire, July 18th at 7:00 pm
2842 W. Chicago, Chicago IL 60622
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Looking for a fun way to tap into your creativity? Join us each month for Sip & Paint, an intimate evening of art-making, drinks, and great company—all set inside our gallery space. These guided painting sessions are designed for all skill levels—whether you’re picking up a brush for the first time or you're a practicing artist looking to unwind. Materials are provided, and a local artist leads each session with step-by-step guidance or creative prompts, allowing you to follow along or break the mold. This event is BYOB, and all participants leave with their own original piece to take home. Sip & Paint is not just about the painting—it’s about gathering, connecting, and reclaiming creativity in a joyful, low-pressure environment. Tickets are $45 and include all supplies. We also have a 2 for 1 deal available. Space is limited, so early registration is recommended. Sessions occur every third Saturday 5pm-7pm.
Visit https://www.eventbrite.com/e/copy-of-sip-and-paint-tickets-1429365824659?aff=oddtdtcreator to sign up and join our next session on July 19th at 5pm at 2842 W. Chicago Ave. Chicago, IL 60622.
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Drawing from dance, trauma studies, queer aesthetics, speculative fiction, body horror, and decorative traditions, the exhibition invites viewers to examine how bodies hold sensation, gesture, history, and meaning. Ceramic figures defy function with flamboyant flair; otherworldly creatures pulse in chaotic ecosystems; projected bodies dissolve into light and architecture; improvised movements echo physical memory and emotional landscapes.
Viewers are invited to reflect on their own embodiment: to see, to be seen, to feel, to question. Forms of Flesh sets the stage for curiosity, intimacy, and transformation.
Featured artists:
Jeremy Plotkin Wong
Geroge Mosher
Kat Bawdin
Performance:
Hannah Marcus
Curated by Alicja Seledec
Email: chicagograndgallery@gmail.com
Instagram: @chicagograndgallery
Phone: (773) 502-6010
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This summer, our gallery is thrilled to launch Movie Club, a new monthly series dedicated to international, independent, and cult classic films. Each month, our space transforms into an intimate screening room where art lovers and film fans alike gather to experience thoughtfully selected movies that spark conversation and connection. Screenings are followed by open discussions and opportunities to linger, reflect, and connect. Membership is $15/month and supports the continuation of this program. All members are welcome to attend each screening, with snacks and drinks available for purchase with the option of BYOB. Proceeds from concessions are donated to humanitarian efforts in Ukraine.
Our next screening is Shadows of Forgotten Ancestors (1965). In a remote Hutsul village, Ivan falls for Marichka—the daughter of his father's killer. Their tragic love is cut short by a sudden accident. A tale of doomed love, mountain mysticism, and the thin veil between life and spirit.
Join us as we bring cinema into conversation with art—one film at a time.
To become a member and attend the screening, visit https://ko-fi.com/chicagograndgallery
Shadows of Forgotten Ancestors, August 15th at 7:00 pm
2842 W. Chicago, Chicago IL 60622
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Looking for a fun way to tap into your creativity? Join us each month for Sip & Paint, an intimate evening of art-making, drinks, and great company—all set inside our gallery space. These guided painting sessions are designed for all skill levels—whether you’re picking up a brush for the first time or you're a practicing artist looking to unwind. Materials are provided, and a local artist leads each session with step-by-step guidance or creative prompts, allowing you to follow along or break the mold. This event is BYOB, and all participants leave with their own original piece to take home. Sip & Paint is not just about the painting—it’s about gathering, connecting, and reclaiming creativity in a joyful, low-pressure environment. Tickets are $45 and include all supplies. We also have a limit 2-for-1 deal available. Space is limited, so early registration is recommended. Sessions occur every third Saturday, 5 pm-7 pm.
SPECIAL OFFER:
Whoever shows up to this Sip and Paint will get a special 50% off voucher for our next month's class!! This is a one-time deal!
Visit https://www.eventbrite.com/e/sip-and-paint-tickets-1513989716999?aff=oddtdtcreatorto sign up and join our next session on August 16th at 5pm at 2842 W. Chicago Ave. Chicago, IL 60622.
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The evening will feature an art talk with the curator and participating artists, offering reflections on embodiment, memory, and transformation explored throughout the exhibition.
Closing Reception & Art Talk Friday, August 29th, 2025 6:00–9:00 PM
Chicago Grand Gallery | 2842 W. Chicago, Chicago, IL 60622
For more information: chicagograndgallery@gmail.com
Instagram: @chicagograndgallery www.chicagograndgallery.com
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Opening Reception: September 5, 6–10 PM
On View: September 5–26, 2025
Chicago Grand Gallery is proud to present Erosion, a solo exhibition featuring Olivia Petrides curated by Alicja Seledec, opening on Friday, September 5, from 6–10 PM, and running through September 26, 2025.
Erosion explores the intersection of politics, ecology, and the fragility of the human condition through abstract, gestural works that blur the line between atmospheric and political realities. Using simple materials—ink, paper, watercolor, gouache, and fragments of newspapers—the artist creates layered, visceral images that echo both the turbulence of the natural world and the chaos of contemporary social discourse.
With roots in environmental observation and a commitment to unfiltered expression, Erosion presents a body of work that is at once immersive, unsettling, and urgent. The exhibition invites viewers to confront the ecological and political fractures of our time while imagining new possibilities for resilience and repair.
This exhibit is supported by an Illinois Arts Council Artist Fellowship Award in Visual Arts, 2024.
For press inquiries, images, or more information, please contact:
Chicago Grand Gallery
Monthly Screenings at the Chicago Grand Gallery
Each month, our space transforms into an intimate screening room where art lovers and film fans alike gather to experience thoughtfully selected movies that spark conversation and connection. Membership is $15/month and supports the continuation of this program. Subscriptions are operated by Ko-Fi, or you can pay at the door. All members are welcome to attend each screening, with snacks and drinks available for purchase with the option of BYOB.
Our next screening is Hit the Road (2021). Driving across endless miles of rugged landscape, a family navigates a long road trip alongside a range of conflicting
emotions. As the journey twists and turns and their destination draws ever closer, the chaotic claustrophobia in the car grows, as does the love and affection they have
for each other. Accompanied by a brilliant soundtrack, Panah Panahi’s thrilling debut feature is a treasure; tender, quirky, and laugh-out-loud funny.
To become a member and attend the screening, visit https://ko-fi.com/chicagograndgallery
Hit the Road, September 19th at 7:00 pm
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Looking for a fun way to tap into your creativity? Join us each month for Sip & Paint, an intimate evening of art-making, drinks, and great company—all set inside our gallery space. These guided painting sessions are designed for all skill levels—whether you’re picking up a brush for the first time or you're a practicing artist looking to unwind. Materials are provided, and a local artist leads each session with step-by-step guidance or creative prompts, allowing you to follow along or break the mold. This event is BYOB, and all participants leave with their own original piece to take home. Sip & Paint is not just about the painting—it’s about gathering, connecting, and reclaiming creativity in a joyful, low-pressure environment. Tickets are $45 and include all supplies. We also have a limited 2-for-1 deal available. Space is limited, so early registration is recommended. Sessions occur every third Saturday, 5 pm-7 pm.
SPECIAL OFFER:
Whoever shows up to this Sip and Paint will get a special 50% off voucher for our next month's class!! This is a one-time deal!
For private parties, please contact us via e-mail chicagograndgallery@gmail.com
Tickets:
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/september-sip-and-paint-tickets-1533458869759?aff=oddtdtcreator
September 20th, 5-7 pm
Location: 2842 W. Chicago Ave. Chicago, IL 60622.
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Chicago Grand Gallery invites you to the closing reception of Erosion, an exhibition of large-scale abstractions by artist Olivia Petrides, on Thursday, October 10th, 6–9 PM at 2842 W. Chicago Avenue.
Through layered ink, paper, and found text, Petrides explores the parallel crises of environmental neglect and media distortion, tracing the subtle and accelerating erosion of both landscapes and language. This final evening offers a last chance to experience the exhibition and engage with the artist’s compelling vision.
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Our next screening is Possession (1981) on October 17th at 7pm. A spy returns home to a crumbling marriage, only to uncover his wife’s descent into madness and a terrifying secret. Andrzej Żuławski’s cult classic Possession (1981) is a surreal masterpiece of love, horror, and transformation, featuring Isabelle Adjani’s award-winning performance.
Possession (1981)
October 17th at 7:00 pm (doors open at 6:30pm)
2842 W Chicago Ave.
Chicago Grand Gallery Presents Becomings — Solo Exhibtion featuring Yang Lu
Chicago Grand Gallery is excited to present Becomings, a solo exhibition featuring the emerging artist Yang Lu, curated by Alicja Seledec, opening on Friday, November 7, from 6–9 PM, and running through November 30, 2025.
Becomings challenges anthropocentrism by simulating non-human-centered perspectives that turn the human gaze inward. Themes of the cosmos, the “alien”, and the relationship between consciousness and matter invite viewers to question what it means to be “human” and to reflect on the limitations of single-perspective narratives.
Yang Lu’s research-based yet intuitive process bridges philosophy, astronomy, physics, and mysticism with technological experimentation. His work pushes boundaries in expressing complex ideas through materials such as acrylic, metal, and 3D printing, as well as digital fabrication processes like CNC machining and laser cutting. These hybrid techniques merge mechanical precision with optical ambiguity, creating objects that simultaneously reveal and distort, reflecting the artist’s desire to “think with” materials and tools themselves.
This body of work transforms abstract concepts into direct visual forms. It is a manifestation of thought that transcends time, language, and easy classification. Each piece functions as a thought exercise, inviting audiences to reconsider the frameworks through which they perceive and assign meanings. Rather than offering comfort or visual pleasure, Becomings seeks to provoke reflection and disruption.
Curator: Alicja Seledec
Chicago Grand Gallery | 2842 W Chicago Ave. | Chicago, IL
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Saturday, November 30th, 3-6PM
Chicago Grand Gallery
Join us for the closing ceremony of Becomings, Yang Lu’s striking solo exhibition that reimagines what it means to perceive, understand, and inhabit the world.
Throughout the month, visitors have been immersed in Lu’s hybrid forms, works that bridge philosophy, astronomy, physics, mysticism, and fabrication technologies to challenge the limits of the human gaze. As the exhibition comes to a close, we invite you to gather with the artist and curator for an evening of reflection, conversation, and community.
Experience the work one last time, explore the ideas that shaped the exhibition, and celebrate the culmination of a month-long journey through cosmic, material, and non-human ways of thinking.
WARRIORS is a photographic series that portrays Ukrainian defenders who have endured the harsh realities of war and are now rebuilding their lives. Through intimate portraiture, Kami captures individuals whose personal stories speak of survival, loss, resilience, and transformation.
Each Ukrainian defender the artist encounters carries a story that challenges comprehension. These portraits reveal not only the visible consequences of war but also the inner strength of those who have faced it directly.
This exhibition is not about injury — it is about presence.
Even when their bodies bear the marks of war, these individuals remain powerful. Their beauty lies not in perfection, but in depth — in what they have endured, what they continue to navigate, and in the courage with which they confront a new reality.
WARRIORS invites viewers to reconsider the meaning of strength. It encourages reflection on responsibility and reminds us that resilience is not abstract — it is human.
Exhibition Details
WARRIORS
Artist: Oksana Kami
Curator: Luna Prysiazhniuk
Opening Reception: Friday, February 27, 5–8 PM
On View: February 24 – March 11, 2026
Chicago Grand Gallery | 2842 W Chicago Ave. | Chicago, IL
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In this body of work, Chicago bridges, elevated tracks, and industrial corridors become both subject and framework. The paintings explore weight, steel, surface, and the tension within built form. Structure is not treated as background — it becomes active, physical, and emotionally charged.
Through layered brushwork and dense material surfaces, architecture shifts from something fixed and solid into something moving and alive. Steel exposed to time, weather, and light becomes a metaphor for endurance and transformation.
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Opening Reception: May 1, 2026, 6–10 PM
Exhibition Dates: May 1 – May 29, 2026
Chicago Grand Gallery presents Without Permission, a group exhibition featuring Paul Sierra, Kevin C. Lawler, and David Hauptschein. Bringing together painting, material-based practice, and AI-driven image-making, the exhibition explores shifting identity, surface, and constructed narrative across three distinct artistic approaches.
Working across abstraction and figuration, Paul Sierra creates paintings that reflect identity in transition. His work draws from memory and migration, where forms remain fluid and continuously evolving.
Kevin C. Lawler approaches painting through material and surface. With a background in traditional gilding and conservation, his work carries a strong sense of craft, where texture and process become central to the visual experience.
David Hauptschein presents AI-based digital works that question authorship and image-making in the contemporary moment. Using artificial intelligence as both tool and collaborator, his work constructs layered, often unsettling visual narratives.
Without Permission brings these practices into dialogue, where painting, process, and machine-generated imagery intersect. The exhibition resists fixed meaning, instead embracing transformation, tension, and the instability of form.
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The gallery opens at 6:00 PM for final exhibition viewing. Performances begin promptly at 8:00 PM and will run approximately one hour, followed by an open gathering until last call.
Without Permission
Closing Night Celebration
Friday, May 29, 2026
6:00–10:00 PM
Performance begins at 8:00 PM
Chicago Grand Gallery presents a solo exhibition by Natalia Shutiak
HER
Her explores the unstable terrain of memory, sensation, and inner perception. Moving between figuration and abstraction, the exhibition unfolds as a psychological landscape where identity becomes fluid, fragmented, and constantly shifting.
Through layered textures, gesture, and atmosphere, Natalia Shutiak constructs works that resist fixed interpretation. Rather than presenting “her” as an image, the exhibition approaches femininity as a state of becoming — intimate, unresolved, and deeply felt.
Opening Reception
June 5, 2026 · 5–9 PM
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