Marwen

Marwen is excited to bring back College Fair – our first fair since 2020! Take a look at some photos from College Fairs past, then RSVP for free to join us October 26th! Meet representatives from local and regional art schools, universities, community colleges, and scholarship programs...all in one place! This is a unique and FREE opportunity for all Chicago high schoolers and their families as well as gap year and recent graduates to explore multiple pathways to college, ask financial and academic related questions, and learn about the admission process. To RSVP today, visit https://lnkd.in/gtNYKQgH

Getting ready for life after high school? Come to Marwen College Fair on Saturday, October 26th and meet representatives from local and regional art schools, colleges, universities, and more. Learn about scholarship opportunities and make connections that can help you get into the program you're most excited for. We will be hosting guests from: 🎓 Columbia College 🎓 The Theater School at DePaul University 🎓 Northeastern Illinois University 🎓 Milwaukee School of Art and Design 🎓 North Park University 🎓 and many more! College Fair is the fourth in our series of five FREE workshops and events this Fall. To discover more about our Fall Workshops and Events, and to RSVP, head to https://lnkd.in/gpZGMFDy

Can't stop thinking about that one piece from Art Fair? We get it. That's why art sales stay open through the weekend, but this is your last chance to buy that special piece that you kept coming back to and make it your own. Head to https://lnkd.in/g2ikvYwJ and buy some fantastic artwork before time runs out.

Tonight's the night! Get your tickets and come to Marwen on Friday October 18th for our 18th annual Art Fair, showcasing the work of over 100 artists in the Marwen community. Enjoy heavy hors d'ouevres and an open bar as you bid on the amazing artwork that catches your eye. All proceeds directly benefit the artists and programs that nourish the creative futures of Chicago’s young people. Buy tickets now at https://lnkd.in/g2ikvYwJ

Join Marwen's free collage workshop led by New York-based artist and Marwen alumnus Felipe Baeza, open to high school and middle school students and their families. No experience is needed—just bring your creativity! Explore Felipe’s public art project, "Unruly Forms", and create an unruly collage that reflects your own story, or your connection to the movement, culture and experience of living in Chicago. As always, all materials will be provided. Read more and register for this FREE artmaking workshop here: https://lnkd.in/gpZGMFDy

Today is the day! Buy your tickets to Marwen Art Fair before prices go up tomorrow! On Friday October 18th you can bid on hundreds of unique and original art pieces while enjoying ample refreshments, but the price will go up to $60. Grab your friends and get your tickets for $50 today and have extra cash to spend on the artwork that catches your eye. Join us on Friday, October 18, 6:30 - 9:30 pm for our annual exhibition and auction featuring 100+ artists from the Marwen community. Tickets include open bar and hors d'oeuvres. All proceeds directly benefit the artists and programs that nourish the creative futures of Chicago’s young people. Buy tickets now at https://lnkd.in/g2ikvYwJ Featured art by Gabriela Larios, Jade Coleman, Alex Martell, and Thomas Fanelli.

Today's featured Art Fair artist is Teaching Artist and alumnus Mario! Mario's passion for photography started when he began exploring Chicago, day and night. He loves the downtown area and believes that anyone can capture a moment, share its story and create something that lasts a long time. Mario's gorgeous photos will be on display and available for the auction at Marwen Art Fair. Join us on Friday, October 18, 6:30 - 9:30 pm for our annual exhibition and auction featuring 100+ artists from the Marwen community. Tickets include open bar and hors d'oeuvres. All proceeds directly benefit the artists and programs that nourish the creative futures of Chicago’s young people. Buy tickets now at https://lnkd.in/g2ikvYwJ 

Today's featured Art Fair artist is young artist Katy! Katy has been fascinated by the world of color and creativity since she was little, and her love for art has only intensified as she has discovered a passion for painting, pencil drawing, and model making. Katy's 5 incredible pieces (3 seen here) will be on display and available for the auction at Marwen Art Fair. Join us on Friday, October 18, 6:30 - 9:30 pm for our annual exhibition and auction featuring 100+ artists from the Marwen community. Tickets include open bar and hors d'oeuvres. All proceeds directly benefit the artists and programs that nourish the creative futures of Chicago’s young people. Buy tickets now at https://lnkd.in/g2ikvYwJ

Announcing 2 new full-time staff roles at Marwen! 🎉 We are now accepting applications for a Director of People & Culture and a Senior Manager of Donor Relations. See full job descriptions and salary ranges and apply at marwen.org/careers. #nowhiring

Curious about the connection between poetry and art? Come to Marwen on Saturday October 12th from 12:30 - 1:30pm for this FREE artmaking workshop, open to the Marwen community! Facilitators from 826CHI, a creative writing center amplifying the voices of Chicago youth, will guide participants as they explore the connection between writing and art. Join us and use images from your own life to create colorful poems through writing and hands-on collage making. The Written Image is part of our series of free Fall Workshops and Events. Marwen’s Youth Pathways workshops are always free and youth centered. All are welcome! To sign up for this free workshop and more, check out our blog: https://lnkd.in/gpZGMFDy