(Updated January 20th 2024) * January 21st *ART SHOW ~~~~~ "The Art of Divination" at the Wayward Arts Gallery in Chicago, IL.> * March 22-24 *CONVENTION ~~~~~ Horrorhound Weekend - Cincinnati, OH. * April 6th *MARKET EVENT ~~~~~ Chicago Metal Market - The Beat Kitchen - Chicago, IL. * April 13 *ART SHOW ~~~~~ ;) (wink) A Sexy Show at the Wayward Arts Gallery in Chicago, IL. * May 3rd *ART SHOW ~~~~~ Other Worlds - Vibrant Cast Gallery, Chicago, IL. * May 11th *MARKET EVENT ~~~~~ Halfway to Halloween Macabre Market - Valparaiso, IN. * May 24th *ART SHOW ~~~~~ Other Worlds (CLOSING RECEPTION) - Vibrant Cast Gallery, Chicago, IL. * May 25th *ART SHOW ~~~~~ ;) (wink) A Sexy Show (CLOSING RECEPTION) at the Wayward Arts Gallery in Chicago, IL. * May 31st *ART SHOW ~~~~~ Transformations - Vibrant Cast Gallery, Chicago, IL. * July 26th *ART SHOW ~~~~~ Nostalgia at the VibrantCast Gallery, Chicago, IL. * August 1-4 *CONVENTION ~~~~~ GenCon - Indianapolis, IN. * August 9th *ART SHOW ~~~~~ Flava Fresh 21! 2nd show of the 2024/2025 series Fishers, IN. * September 5 - Jan 28, 2025 *ART SHOW ~~~~~ Flava Fresh 21! 3rd show of the 2021 series. Indianapolis, IN. * September 13-15 *CONVENTION ~~~~~ Horrorhound Weekend - Cincinnati, OH. * October 5th-(tba) *ART SHOW ~~~~~ Reflections in Emotion - A unique interactive online group exhibition by the VibrantCast Gallery. Chicago, IL. * October 26th *ART SHOW ~~~~~ DWELLINGS: Houses, Homes, and Hauntings - Chicago, IL. (co-curated by Lydia Burris) * November 22-24 *CONVENTION ~~~~~ Days of the Dead Chicago * November 23rd*ART SHOW ~~~~~ Small Works Members Show 2024 at the Woman Made Gallery in Chicago, IL. * January 21 * ART SHOW "The Art of Divination" "Often one enters the new year by setting and breaking resolutions. We invite you to consider a different journey, one of introspection and insight through the ancient practices of divination. In this group show, artists present both serious and playful works in which to view and interact. Be inspired by the art. Have your Tarot cards read by Erin Gallagher. Find your own future, fortune or understanding among the artifacts available." (Closing show Feb. 23rd) The Wayward Arts Gallery. 1770 W BERTEAU AVE, STE 506, CHICAGO, IL, 60613 ~~ LINK ~~ * March 22-24 * CONVENTION Horrorhound Weekend Cinci 3 days of horror - I'll have a booth with my art! This is the 15th year in Chicinnati! This will be MY 13th year! The Sharonville Convention Center in Cincinnatti, OH. ~~ LINK ~~ * April 6th * MARKET EVENT Chicago Metal Market A variety of vendors and metal heads coming together to celebrating metal music! The Beat Kitchen: 2100 W. Belmont Ave, Chicago, IL. 60618 ~~ LINK ~~ * April 13th * ART SHOW ;) (wink) A Sexy Show A sexy group show! Adults Only. Closing Reception: May 25th. The Wayward Arts Gallery: 1770 W. Berteau Ave, #506. Chicago, IL. 60613 ~~ Wayward Arts Gallery LINK ~~ * May 3rd * ART SHOW Other Worlds Other worlds is an open theme group show celebrating diverse expressions, free from the confines of conventional themes to explore the boundless realms of the imagination. A unique aspect to this show is that many of the pieces have audio descriptions and elements that you can hear by scanning a QR code on the art tag - I created poems and vignette stories to go with mine! I'm excited to explore this element more! Reception: May 3rd, 6-10pm. Art will be on view from May 3-25th. Vibrant Cast fusion Gallery, 4319 N. Lincoln Ave, Chicago IL. 60618 ~~ LINK ~~ * May 11th * MARKET EVENT Halfway to Halloween Macabre Market Join us once again for our springtime spooky celebration! It will be a hauntingly good time with delightfully dark vendors from across the Midwest, delectable eats and delicious drinks! Admission is $5 CASH ONLY at the door for all attendees over 13. Hosted by Rogue Syndicate The Porter County Expo Center, Valparaiso, IN. ~~ LINK ~~ * May 3rd * ART SHOW Transformations (from the gallery site:)"Transformations" invites exploration into the theme of change and its multifaceted nature. Life is a dynamic journey characterized by constant evolution and rebirth, encompassing physical, mental, and geographical shifts. This theme extends beyond human transformation to encompass nature and the planet itself." Reception: Friday May 31st, 6-10pm. Art will be on view from May May 31st - June 21st. Vibrant Cast fusion Gallery, 4319 N. Lincoln Ave, Chicago IL. 60618 ~~ LINK ~~ * July 26th* ART SHOW Nostalgia A group show focusing on the open theme of Nostalgia. The show runs through August 26th. The VibrantCast Gallery, Chicago, IL. * August 1-4th * CONVENTION GENCON 4 Days of Gaming! I will be in the main vendor hall. I am joining Studio deSade and Laura Siadak for the weekend - Look for the big pirate banner near the ceiling and thats where you will find my spot! The Indianapolis Convention Center, Indianaolis, IN ~~ LINK ~~ * August 9th* ART SHOW Flava Fresh 21! The2nd of the 2024/2025 series of Flava group shows. The reception is August 9th 6-8pm with Special Musical Guest: Scrapper & Skelton. The show is up until September 29th. FAC Hub Gallery, 11810 Technology Drive. Fishers, IN 46038 ~~ LINK ~~ * September 5th 2024 - January 8th 2025* ART SHOW Flava Fresh 21! 3rd show of the 2024/2025 group show series. Viewers get to vote on their favorite pieces. The show runs through January 28th 2025. The North College Branch Library in Indianapolis, IN. * September 13-15 * CONVENTION Horrorhound Weekend Cinci 3 days of horror! (No Indianapolis this year!) The Sharonville Convention Center in Cincinnatti, OH. ~~ LINK ~~ * OCTOBER 5th-(tba) * ART SHOW Reflections in Emotion A unique interactive online group exhibition by the VibrantCast Gallery. (Chicago, IL.) Viewers can interact with the work by voting which emotions the artwork makes them feel, and how the artist relayed the theme. You can see how other viewers have voted. This is a fun and unique way to interact with the work! Online ~~ LINK ~~ * October 26th * ART SHOW Dwellings: Houses, Homes and Hauntings A group show exploring the themes of Dwellings and living spaces. Co-curated and co-organized by Lydia Burris. The show will be on display until December 14th The Wayward Arts Gallery. 1770 W BERTEAU AVE, STE 506, CHICAGO, IL, 60613 ~~ LINK ~~ * November 22-24th* CONVENTION Days of the Dead Chicago 3 days of Horror! Vendors, Celebrities, SHOW LOCATION ~~ LINK ~~ * November 23rd * ART SHOW Small Works Members Show 2024 A group exhibition open to all current members of the Woman Made Gallery. The show is open from November 23rd to December 21st. Works in this show are no longer than 20 inches and are listed at $400 or under in price. 1332 S. Halsted St. Chicago, IL 60607 ~~ LINK ~~ * MORE EVENTS TBA * If you would like me to attend your event, please contact me ~ lydiaburris(at)gmail.com Join My Mailing List *Sign up Here!!* |
I am co-curating the Dwellings: Houses, Homes and Hauntings show at the Wayward Arts Gallery! event link: ----> LINK <---- I did the poster design for the independent short film "Teacup" Director: Katie Killourhy Writer: Michael Neel Stars: Diana Porter, Kris Salvi, Paul Noonan IMDB link: ----> LINK <---- Its a pretty awesome place which focuses on creatively reusing materials and saves things from being thrown away. People can also shop for stuff at CCRx. Check out the website! ---> LINK <--- |