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upcoming event

PRIMER
PRIMER
3 DAYS TO THE EVENT
May 31, 2025, 7:00 PM
215 W Ohio St, Chicago, IL 60654, USA

Event description

Step into a space where art and music collide in an electrifying sensory experience. This dynamic showcase brings together film, digital sculpture, painting, and urban artistry, all set against the pulse of live DJ performances that will transform the space into a living, breathing work of art. Located in the River North Design District of Chicago, this turn of the century timber loft boasts over 7,000 sq ft of gallery space, an exclusive VIP Champagne Lounge, and a 5,000 sq ft outdoor rooftop deck offering stunning views of River North and Chicago’s magnificent skyline at night! Witness creativity in motion as Leek O Vision and Brendan Cooney take the stage for live painting sets, crafting bold, expressive works right before your eyes. Over 15 Celebrated SAIC alumni will be exhibiting on the Gallery floor taking the Primer experience to new artistic heights. As the night unfolds, top-tier DJs curate  a vibrant soundscape, filling the air with deep beats and hypnotic rhythms to accompany the  visual artistry. This is more than an art show—it’s an unforgettable fusion of mediums, music, and movement.

 

Join us for a night of creative energy, uninhibited expression, and artistic transformation. Don’t just view the art—experience it!

 

Black and white attire strongly recommended 😉

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featured artist

ellen nelson

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Ellen Nelson is a visual artist whose work invites viewers into a world where nostalgia and wonder collide. Known for her keen eye for detail and richly layered subject matter, Nelson crafts pieces that  evoke a childlike sense of discovery. Her art resonates with emotional depth, drawing on memory and  imagination to create moments that feel both familiar and dreamlike. Each work tells a story one that  lingers in the mind long after the first glance.

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Get in Touch

For inquiries, partnerships, or gallery visits, feel free to contact us via the details provided below. We welcome the opportunity to connect with art enthusiasts and supporters alike.

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