AnySquared Projects

AnySquared is a nonprofit collaborative and artists network. Propelled by a deep sense of cooperation with artists, neighbors and the wider community, our mission is to support, produce and promote collaborative projects that facilitate arts activities through inclusive participation. Supporting artists and creating community for over 12 years, our foundation is built upon the idea that we can do anything as long as we do it together.

Art Reception Tonight!

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    Art@Cole’s #17 features work by Justin Bushman, Andrew Hannigan, and Alan Lerner Monday, June 4, 8-10pm Cole’s 2338 N. Milwaukee Ave., Chicago _______________________ Art@Cole’s is an AnySquared Project The ongoing series on the walls of Cole’s Bar features a variety of artists in changing exhibits every 6-8 weeks for the last 2 and half years. … Read more

Justin Bushman, Andrew Hannigan, & Alan Lerner | Art@Coles #17 

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Art@Coles #17 
featuring work by Justin Bushman, Andrew Hannigan, and Alan Lerner
On Display Through July 8, 2012

ART RECEPTION
Monday, June 4, 8-10pm
Cole’s 2338 N. Milwaukee Ave., Chicago

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Justin Bushman  |  justinbushman@yahoo.com
I am a conduit for outer forces that infect me vicariously. This work is the physical representation of the images I see in the dark recesses of my mind.

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Andrew Hannigan  |  me@andrewhannigan.com
I work with images of heroes from different periods and in different styles, from Nordic myths to Persian miniatures and Japanese characters from classic and pop culture sources. I am interested in how the various mannerisms and mark making come together from a variety of sources to manifest an idealized yet flawed meta-human. Without any specific narrative, I try to depict a collapsed story that gives form to heroes.

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Alan Lerner  |  albomatic@gmail.com
I approach my life and art as a skeptic, questioning conventional wisdoms and trusting in what is a shifting set of beliefs. My work looks at artiface, theater and contradiction as catalysts toward finding truth. The screen printing medium allows me freedom to pursue the packaged and the moment.

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Art@Cole’s is an AnySquared Project

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Art@Cole’s is an ongoing series on the walls of Cole’s Bar featuring a variety of artists in changing exhibits every 6-8 weeks for the last 2 and half years. Art@Cole’s is an AnySquared Project.

For more information contact at projects@anysquared.com, or visit our website at anysquared.com.

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Art@Cole’s exhibit AB(e)DUCTED! | Through May 15

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Art@Cole’s exhibit AB(e)DUCTED! continues through May 15 at Cole’s Bar, 2338 N. Milwaukee. See the Abe’s and pay tribute to Cole’s stolen Velvet Lincoln:

Opening Photos
Check out full set of art and opening photos on facebook.

AB(e)DUCTED features art by Michael Bolsinga, Ben Lascov, Jeff Strong, Sarah Mellen, Nathaniel Loman, Christine Parisi, Laura Kurtenbach, Harriet Mishollam, Sarah Bell, Jesus Monier, Matt Hilker, Laura Lulu Calier, Keith Herzik, Karen Becker, Rainbow Kitty, Zachary Hart Baker, Tracy Kostenbader, and Mariapaz Carmargo (PAZ C). Also on display is an installation of the 77 Cole’s community contributors.

Art@Cole’s Exhibit Sponsors:
AnySquared Projects and the Abraham Lincoln Book Shop.
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by Ben Lacov
by Mike Bolsinga
by Christine Parisi
by Harriet Mishollam
by Laura Kurtenbach
by Matt Hilker
by Nathaniel Loman
by Zachary Hart Baker
by Laura Lulu Calier

Be determined to make things!

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Tomorrow is AnySquared’s Weekly Studio Day: Wed. April 4, from 3-8pm is AnySquared’s Weekly Studio Day (2328 N. Milwaukee) facebook and twitter ___ After Studio Day, head a few doors north to check out the new Art@Coles exhibit: AB(e)DUCTED at Cole’s.

March 25th opening event for AB(e)DUCTED!

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From the March 25th opening event for AB(e)DUCTED! The community flooded Cole’s with newly created Abe’s to pay tribute to the stolen Velvet Lincoln:

Check out full set of photos on facebook.

If you missed the opening, you can still check out the exhibition through April 30 at Cole’s, 2338 N. Milwaukee.

AB(e)DUCTED features art by Michael Bolsinga, Ben Lascov, Jeff Strong, Sarah Mellen, Nathaniel Loman, Christine Parisi, Laura Kurtenbach, Harriet Mishollam, Sarah Bell, Jesus Monier, Matt Hilker, Laura Lulu Calier, Keith Herzik, KAren Becker, Rainbow Kitty, Zachary Hart Baker, Tracy Kostenbader, and Mariapaz Carmargo (PAZ C). Also on display is an installation of the 77 Cole’s community contributors.

Art@Cole’s Exhibit Sponsors:
AnySquared Projects and the Abraham Lincoln Book Shop.
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AB(e)DUCTED! Honest Abe Art Show | Art @ Cole’s #16

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Art@Cole’s #16:
AB(e)DUCTED! The Honest Abe Art Show

THE BACKGROUND:
In December, a heinous act of art theft struck Cole’s Bar and robbed it of its prized Velvet Lincoln painting. Cut out of its frame, all that was left was an empty shell as a reminder of the lack of respect that made it’s way into Cole’s.

THE PEOPLE’S RESPONSE:
To right this wrong, artists and the community flooded Cole’s with newly created replacement Abe’s!
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Show some love! Join AnySquared Projects, Abraham Lincoln Book Shop, and the Cole’s community to pay tribute to the filched fave, Velvet “Rivera” Lincoln:

AB(e)DUCTED! Honest Abe Art Show
exhibition on display through April 30
Cole’s Bar, 2338 N. Milwaukee

Features Abe-inspired Art@Cole’s exhibit by local artists and display of actual Abe artifacts.

Opening PARTY, Sun March 25, 8pm-11pm: Festivities included exhibit and artifacts, live historic interpretation, and Abe-centric tunes by Foz the Hook. Beards and top hats encouraged at this all-Abe event as we search for a suitable substitute and judge the Best-in-Show. Snacks provided by Chicken Run.

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THE SPONSORS:

ANYSQUARED PROJECTS is an artists’ collaborative that organizes exhibitions, events and art endeavors. AnySquared strives to make art part of the everyday existence in our community.

Established in 1938, ABRAHAM LINCOLN BOOK SHOP in Chicago is an independent antiquarian bookshop that serves the bibliophilic needs of collectors and scholars, professional historians and independent writers, dedicated first edition hunters and casual history enthusiasts.

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THE ARTISTS:

Michael Bolsinga, Ben Lascov, Jeff Strong, Sarah Mellen, Nathaniel Loman, Christine Parisi, Laura Kurtenbach, Harriet Mishollam, Sarah Bell, Jesus Monier, Matt Hilker, Laura Lulu Calier, Keith Herzik, KAren Becker, Rainbow Kitty, Zachary Hart Baker, Tracy Kostenbader, and Mariapaz Carmargo (PAZ C). (Also on display is an installation of the 77 Cole’s community contributors.)

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For information contact AnySquared Projects
projects@anysquared.com
http://anysquared.com