About

{fill in the blank} Gallery is an artist run space located in Chicago's Lincoln Square neighborhood that provides a platform for artists to cultivate and share their ideas in a public setting. Through exhibits, workshops, classes and events pertaining to the arts we strive to initiate exchange and build connections between the space and it's community.

Owned and operated by artists Mary Ayling, Kristen Althoff, and Katie Hogan, we opened our doors in January of 2009. Since then we have received overwhelming press and recognition, including Best New Gallery of 2009 by Proximity Magazine and runner-up for Best Gallery of 2010 in the Chicago Reader "Best Of Chicago" Poll.

Our model is simple: bring art that is approachable to a neighborhood that is in need of a creative connection. We find the best emerging artists from Chicago and beyond to help them gain exposure and kickstart their artistic careers. We also work with the community to provide programs that are affordable and engage thought and conversation.

We could not do what we do without the help of our volunteers and the community. Special thanks to the continued support of Kelly Tucker, Ariel Radock, Andy Walensa, Bill Tucker, Dave Ayling, and Chris Timberlake.

If you are interested in exhibiting at the gallery please be sure to follow our submission guidelines.

We are always open to new ideas and love connecting with other artists, educators, and artistic entities. If you have any questions or ideas for us we'd love to hear from you! Contact us.