Posts Categorized: News

Embarc Chicago

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As an occasional guest at Spudnik Press and an all-around great thing, EMBARC Chicago, a non-profit organization, is one that you should know about! EMBARC takes students from their neighborhood to various educational and cultural places throughout the city, state and Midwest region, including The Printshop at Spudnik Press! On Thursday, we will host a group of students for a t-shirt screenprinting workshop and couldn’t be more excited to have them.

EMBARC (Empowering Minds, Building Achievement and Reconnecting Communities) aims to “empower students with knowledge and positive models so that they will demand success of themselves and be able to lead and mentor others.”

Stay tuned for a follow-up post with photos of the workshop!

Spudnik Printer Solo Exhibition: Renee Robbin

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Amusements: New Work by Renee Robbins
Solo exhibit: November 2-30, 2012
opening reception: November 2, 2012 7-10 p.m.

AdventureLand Works on Paper Gallery
1513 N Western, Chicago, IL 60622
www.adventurelandgallery.com
Gallery Hours: Wednesday- Saturday 1-4 p.m.


You may know Renee Robbin from the studio, as she is a frequent printer at Spudnik Press. If you can’t make it to the opening reception, she will be painting at the AdventureLand gallery on the Saturdays during the exhibition. You can come see her painting on November 3rd, 10th, and the 24th from 1-4 p.m.

Image: Fortune and Fable, acrylic, ink, and gouache on paper, 15″ x 22″

Spudnik Press Press!

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We have been quite busy here at Spudnik…
With our recent expansion and build-out plus fall classes in full-swing, we want to take a moment to highlight some of our Spudnik printers that have been in the news.

Polly Yates was featured in Chicago Weekly Online after showing her recent work from the Spring Artist Residency program at Spudnik Press. “Trialogues” opened at Plaines Project on October 5, 2012.

Examiner.com wrote a piece about Spudnik Press and Brandy Barker, a featured artist with Chicago Artists Month, leading up to the Hubbard Street Lofts Open House event on Friday, 10/12.

The Annex: In Progress (VOLUNTEERS NEEDED!)

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Before and Now! The Annex is undergoing a transformation and we could use your help!
Volunteers needed Tuesday night, Wednesday & Thursday this week!

In just 5 short days, The Annex at Spudnik Press has undergone a transformation, and is still a work in progress. Once an open space with no walls, The Annex is now home to 3 private studios (available for rent!), and a beautiful gallery space and classroom!

We are hosting a Priming / Painting / Polyurethane / Cleaning Parties Two (2!) nights in a row!!!
This Wednesday (10/10) 6:00 – 10:30 pm
This Thursday (10/11) 6:00 – 10:30 pm

RSVP to brandy@spudnikpress.com if you can, or just show up! We’ll put you to work.

Private Studios available at Spudnik Press Cooperative

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Private Studios available at Spudnik Press Cooperative

Artist work spaces are available in both The Annex & The Printshop

All spaces available November 1, 2012


This Fall, Spudnik Press Cooperative is expanding to create a multi-purpose cultural space. The Spudnik Press Annex will contain a gallery and classroom, and shared work space for writers, bookmakers, artists, students, and others. A reference library of small press and experimental book projects is under development. The private studios will be housed within these community studios, with full access to all the onsite resources.


In the Annex: $250/month

  • Three 100 square foot private studios
  • Housed within a 600 square foot shared workspace, classroom, and gallery; including self-publishing resources, photocopier, and library
  • Fully equipped community printshop one door away (24/7 access available for additional $100/month)

    • In the Printshop: $325/month

  • 100 square foot private studio
  • Housed within a 2,400 square foot shared workspace and community printshop
  • Printmaking ink and general print supplies included (See website for details)
  • onsite self-publishing resources, photocopier, and library one door away (24/7 access available for additional $65/month)

    • Both spaces:

  • A/C, heat, wireless internet and utilities included
  • 24/7 Access; Secure building
  • Hardwood Floors; Great light; High ceilings
  • Keyed entry to shared studio
  • Private studios have 8′ walls and a locking door
  • Parking Lot available
  • 6-month leases with the option to renew or do month-to-month
  • Opportunity to participate in building-wide art events

    • Contact Angee Lennard for more information (angee@spudnikpress.com, 312-563-0302).

    Fall Cleaning Day

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    Fall Cleaning Day
    October 21, 12-6pm
    Soda and snacks free for volunteers!

    It’s time to purge and mop! With 526 Open studio visits and 40+ classes, workshops, and field trips in just 2012 alone, we’ve accumulated more than a few forgotten prints, as well as dust bunnies and ink stains. If you are a member and haven’t volunteered this year, maybe this is the time to come show your Spudnik colors.
    Pssst… If you know you left something behind, now is the time to come claim it!!

     

    In Progress Sponsor: Megan Lee Designs

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    Megan Owdon-Weitz, of Megan Lee Designs, is offering up one of her quirky, screenprinted t-shirts for Spudnik’s “In Progress” Benefit Auction. Bid on the chance to choose from an array of well-made, hand-printed tees…choosing your size and favorite design! Check out Megan’s store for a sneak peak of what’s offered!

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    Spudnik Press Benefit Auction
    In Progress

    Saturday, September 29, 2012
    6:00 – 10:00pm

    See more of Dianna’s amazing work on her website.
    See more about our fundraiser here or on facebook.