We had an amazing turnout last Friday at the opening of “Made on the West Side”! So much joy filled the space as families, school staff, friends, and community members came together to celebrate West Side arts.
Thank you to everyone who came out and supported our student artists! If you haven’t had a chance to see the show yet, it will be on view through July 6th. Open gallery hours will be shared soon — we can’t wait for more people to experience it!
You can also view the exhibition catalog and purchase artwork from the show through the gallery’s website — thirdcitystudio.org
Breathtaking photos by @melodyjoyco for kellie and drew’s liars club wedding. Dramatic, sculptural, moody, and drapey florals set the tone for my first wedding of 2026 - and it was definitely one to remember 🥀🕊️
We’re busy getting ready for the #madeonthewestside show opening on Friday, May 8th !
Yesterday, students stepped into the gallery and started making the space their own— throwing up a mural on the chalk wall inside and creating on the outdoor panels. It was all about giving them ownership of where their art will live, and they showed up with creativity and confidence!
This exhibition is centered on creating space for the voices of West Side students, and they truly rose to the moment—making thoughtful decisions about how their work is displayed and shared.
We had an amazing time bringing it all together and can’t wait to celebrate at the opening!
Register using the QR code on the last slide
#art #westsidematters #chicagolove
A year in the making! This exhibition was created to give West Side students a meaningful opportunity to present their work in a real, professional setting. Experiences like this help build confidence, nurture a lasting appreciation for the arts, and support students as they discover and develop their creative identities.
We invite you to come out, May 8th from 4-7pm and experience artwork from students across seven West Side elementary schools, representing Austin, Galewood, Little Village, North Lawndale, the Near West Side, and West Garfield Park.
Beyond grateful for @thirdcitystudio for hosting this exhibition and for being a valued partner in supporting and inspiring the next generation of Chicago artists!
big valentines flower weekend
friday preorder deliveries đź’Ś
saturday popup @16suitcases
sunday community bouquet workshop @thirdcitystudio
thank you for all the flower love this weekend 🌹💓
i am #antivalentine ❌🥀
but valentine’s day pre orders are now open
hand tied bouquets
bouquet of crushes - half dozen specialty roses - $30
moonstruck - purple and red - $55
swoon - all pinks - $55
can’t stop starring - red focused heart bouquet - $80
message to order đź’Ś
trying to find some sense of tenderness and maybe even joy in the art room during these times. just trying to show up, meet the kids where they are, practice patience, share in art making, and be present. ❤️‍🔥📚 #teaching
