Experimental Artist Series #6

Saturday, June 25
7:00pm - 10:00pm
3 dollar suggested donation!

This event is dedicated to the genre of noise. Some artists will be performing strictly noise based sets while others may be introducing noise to already known music styles. Each artist has a creative and fresh approach to music and this night will be defiantly exciting. (earplugs will be available if you do not come equipped.)

Featuring (order not set):

Thom Stebbins (Freeport, IL)

Manipulating sound waves in the spirit of improvisation of science fiction, post jazz, electronic noise.

Mallow Hazard (Rockford, IL)

Experiments with the connection between noise music and electronic music/techno. Fair Warning: Audience participation could possibly be involved.

Ten Thousand Miles of Arteries (Chicago)

Native Chicago experimentalist and doom provocateur Noah Coleman makes harsh static tortured noise with dark underlying religious themes. His brand of noise is consistent and challenging. For fans of power electronics.

White Rose/Lincoln Johns (Chicago)

White Rose and Lincoln Johns are both experimental projects from 1980 Records founder, Bill Tucker. White Rose will be performing a short set of improv noise inspired by avant jazz and harsh noise. Lincoln Johns debuts Chicago at EAS6 with instrumental songs that range from dark non musical sounds to more subdued floral movements.

Experimental Artist Series #5

Saturday, January 15
8pm
$5 suggested donation (for artists)

Starbearer
http://www.myspace.com/starbearer

Errors (For Vibraphone & Strings), a 3-part piece
Unraveling (For Vibraphone and Strings), a 1-part piece
Performed by:
Michael Mroz: compositions
Tim DeCillis: vibraphone
Tamiko Terada: violin
Chris Stavrou: cello
Scott Figler: double bass
http://www.myspace.com/curiousfunctions

Jeb Bishop Trio
http://www.jebbishop.com/

Jeb's ability to convey the spirit of Chicago's neighborhoods through his rare and connected breed of improvisational jazz has strength in it's imagery. This trio consists of bassist Jason Roebke and drummer Frank Rosaly and they are like a moving exhibit of photo's by a seasoned photo journalist. Jeb's trio will take you through a walk of each corner and you'll never see this city the same again.

Holiday Trunk Show

Sunday, December 12
11am-4pm

Come shop for beautiful handmade gifts! This trunk show features ceramics by Shane Grimes, Prints & Stationary by Anni Betts, and Jewelry by Laura Meister Originals. Bring a new toy for Toys for Tots and receive a 10% discount! There will be snacks and drinks served. This event is cash and check only.

Art Supply Sale

Sunday, December 5
12-4pm
FREE to the public
Everything priced from $1-$10!

We'll admit it: we hoard art supplies. Its so hard to pass up something that could potentially be used to create a masterpiece, but we realized we've gone a little overboard. Originally we planned on using these supplies for workshops and classes, but we're running out of room in our basement to store them all. That's where you come in! Stop by the gallery and get great deals on new and used art and craft supplies. Some are vintage (like fabric), some are traditional (like paint brushes and paint), and some might even be considered trash (like boxes of bendable straws) but we think its all useful for something (like making something special for that special someone for the Holidays). First come first serve so come early!

Beyond Art School Free Informational Session

Saturday November 6, 11:00am
We are holding an informational session for anyone interested in our portfolio builder course or white-wall installation options. The session will be an hour long and will be open to questions and discussion. A light brunch will be served. Everyone is welcome, just make sure to let us know you’ll be there by sending an email to info@fillintheblankgallery.com. See more information about these classes here.