Art in the Library
Current & Upcoming Exhibits
The gallery is located in the Library Lobby and is open during Library hours.
Alayna Chookaszian: Paper Crowns
Thursday, March 17-Tuesday, May 17 • IG: @alaynachookaszian
Alayna Chookaszian has loved art since childhood, but never pursued formal training. During the pandemic, she started painting for fun with her two young daughters. Her husband saw her natural artistic ability and gifted her a virtual painting class for Christmas, and a world of creative expression was opened. In an exercise observing color values, she made a quick sketch of an origami paper crown resting on a paper hat and painted it in a few hours’ time. This first paper crown quickly turned into a series of work that trained her eye and kept her interest. As a Glenview resident and regular patron of the Library, Alayna is excited to share her first series. She continues to train and hopes to grow her body of work to include figures and interiors.
East Asian Brush Painting
Thursday, May 19-Tuesday, July 12 • sumiemidwest.org, sumiesociety.org
East Asian brush painting, known as Sumi-e, originated in China centuries ago and spread to Japan and Korea. Today it is practiced throughout the world. Sumi-e Midwest fosters and encourages an appreciation of East Asian brush painting techniques through workshops, lectures, and exhibits and serve as a cultural bridge between East and West.
Dr. Elana Ashley: The History and Future of Humankind
Thursday, July 14-Tuesday, September 13 • drelanaashley.com
What is the future of humanity? Dr. Elana Ashley’s paintings and mixed-media artwork encourage people of all ages and backgrounds to see and understand where mankind has been and where we are today; and question how we can make a personal, positive difference in the world. She seeks to inspire people to work together to build a global society where dignity, honesty, and respect; friendship, compassion, and love; and equality, justice, and peace reign supreme.
Calling All Artists!
The Glenview Art League, in cooperation with the Glenview Public Library, is sponsoring its third annual small canvas art contest and exhibition this September. The theme of the contest is “Nature’s Beauty.” Canvases measuring 6×6″ will be distributed free to the first 100 contestants at the Library on June 25. Contestants will have 10 weeks to complete their work of art and return it to the Library for the exhibition. Visit glenviewartleague.org for the full contest rules.
Contest Entry & Canvas Pick-Up
Saturday, June 25, 9:30 AM-Noon • Library Lobby
Canvas Drop-Off
Saturday, September 10, 9:30 AM-Noon • Library Lobby
Exhibition Dates
Thursday, September 16-Tuesday, November 15
The Gift of Art
Over the years, the Friends of the Glenview Library have not only contributed more than a million dollars to the Library, they also have given artwork for designated Library locations and have donated from their own collections. When you enter the Library from the underground garage, take notice of Field Scene. This colorful, evocative painting by David W. Voros was commissioned in 1986 to hang behind the Circulation Desk in the old Library. Treasures from the past have been recently installed in the Community Room. The Navajo rug and two Native American portraits were gifts from the Louann Van Zelst family. Age dimmed their beauty, but they now have been restored by the Friends. These three pieces help us remember our country’s first settlers and the beauty and craftsmanship of Native American handiwork for everyday use. The next time you attend a Library program, make sure to view these stunning works.
Art Submission
If you are an artist interested in exhibiting at the Glenview Public Library, please submit a proposal including:
- General description of work
- Artist statement
- Size of work/frames
- All artwork must be professionally framed and fit the standards of the exhibit hanging system
- References/other shows in which the artist has exhibited
- Mail or email photos representative of the artist’s proposed exhibit portfolio, or provide a link to a website with an online portfolio for proposal consideration
- Contact information, including phone number, address, and email address
A limited number of exhibits are displayed each year. Many more requests are submitted than can be accommodated. Artists should not expect that proposals to exhibit will be accepted.
Direct your proposal by mail or email to:
Communications Director
Glenview Public Library
1930 Glenview Road
Glenview, IL 60025
email
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