Impressions – Works from Chicago Sculpture International

July 11 – August 25, 2025

The Art Institute of Chicago’s summer exhibition, Gustave Caillebotte: Painting His World features work of by Impressionist artist. CSI will present an exhibition with similar themes at the Fine Arts Building Gallery.

Artists are invited to submit work for consideration for the upcoming exhibition, Impressions – Works From Chicago Sculpture International. The exhibition will be installed in the gallery and courtyard of the historic Fine Arts Building, in downtown Chicago.

The exhibition will feature an array of “impressions” of the urban landscape and environment. For example, textures, industrial forms, machinery, architecture, historical influences or comparisons, or environment could be referenced.

Artworks can be displayed on the wall, floor, or pedestals. Smaller pedestal works will be under plexiglass vitrines. 2-D and 3-D work will be considered. Wall hung work must be wired for hanging. Sculptures exhibited in the courtyard area must be suitable for outdoor display.

About the Juror
Stanley Smith, Managing Director of Oakstreet Design, will serve as juror.

Important Dates:

  • Exhibition: July 11 - August 25, 2025

  • Submission Deadline: June 1, 2025

  • Notification Deadline: June 13, 2025

  • Deadline for delivery of work: June 20, 2025

  • Opening reception (2nd Fridays) July 11, 2025, 5 to 9pm

  • 2nd Friday reception: August 8, 2025, 5 to 9pm

  • Exhibition closes: August 25, 2025

Location:

Fine Arts Building Gallery and Courtyard
410 S. Michigan Ave.
Chicago, Illinois

Phone: (312) 753-3210

Hours:
Monday–Friday: 7:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Saturday: 7:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Sunday: 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM

For additional information: info@chicagosculpture.org

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