Space and lines influenced by music and architecture, mathematical equations and natural forms give us reason to examine the works of artists Jesus Monsivais & Scott Mossman. The intricate drawings of Monsivais chronicles a journey of a lost friend through a constructed paracosm, accompanied by mythical creatures. Though quite different visually, Mossman’s decidedly post-minimalist sculpture […]
Category: Past Exhibitions
Second Cut / Eisen – Martens – Oberto – Pulit / opens Aug. 29
We honor the legacy of Christopher Molloy, the founder of Alley Gallery with a staff exhibition that showcases the diverse talent and creativity of the personalities that inhabit this special space. Since 1985, our shop has been an incubator and lifeline for working artists – Avram Eisen, Ross Martens, Darren Oberto and Alicja Pulit. Join […]
Evanston Plein Air Festival Group Show – July 1-20
The exhibit includes examples of plein air and studio work from artists participating in this year’s Plein Air Art Festival in Evanston. Curious what “Plein Air” means? Come see this show! All works are for sale and a great opportunity to start your plein air art collection. Opening Reception: Saturday, July 5, 5-8p. Gallery address: […]
Voices / Chris Froeter / Feb. 1 – Mar. 28, 2020
“Voices” is about intimacy, forcing us to look closer, think more openly and consider more deeply, the issues that each of us face. Chris’s large scale black & white oil portraits celebrate individuals who challenge the status quo. Outspoken, action-oriented people using their voice to shine light on the issues and injustices that surround us […]
Tranquil Tension / Dolnick & Roeder / Dec 7 – Jan 28
Two artists create abstract paintings that combine rigidity of structures underneath tranquil color fields. Subtle allusions to geometry draw the eye around activated points within alluring compositions. The work of both Virginia O. Roeder and Mimi Dolnick walk the tightrope of color interplay and maintain the joy of color as a daily inspiration. Reflections come […]
The Possibility of Multitudes / Vanessa Filley / Oct. 5 – Nov. 30
Experience the lush and surreal vision by Vanessa Filley in her interactive exhibition, “The Possibility of Multitudes”. Join us for several receptions: Saturday, October 5, 5-8pm with the artist Saturday, November 2, 5-8pm without the artist Thursday, November 14, 7-8pm Artist talk including poetry reading and Q&A “I am interested in the remnants, the symbols […]
Figurative Art League Member Show / Sept. 7 – 28
Celebrate the human form as we share a glimpse of the figurative drawing process. The Figurative Art League, consisting of artists from all over Chicagoland, meet two or three times a month at the Noyes Cultural Arts Center. People share their ideas and learn from each other while exploring the many facets of capturing our […]