Archive for the ‘Illinois’ Category

Aurora Public Art Commision Winter Garden of Youth Art

Thursday, November 19th, 2009

The opening reception for the 12th annual Aurora Public Art Commission Winter Garden of Youth Art will be held on Friday, December 11th, 2009 from 5-7pm. This exhibit features art by students currently enrolled in Aurora schools, grades K-12.

Staff from the Blick Art Materials store in Wheaton, IL will attend the opening reception and have materials for guests to make colorful tissue paper flowers. Stop by and visit us at the event!

All artwork will be on display in the Aurora Public Art Commission Gallery (20 E. Downer Place, 3rd Floor, Aurora, IL) through Friday, January 8th, 2010. Regular gallery hours are Wednesday–Sunday, 12-4pm. For more information, call the Aurora Public Art Commission at (630) 906-0654, or click here to visit their website.

Click here for more information about the Blick Art Materials store in Wheaton, IL.

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One of a Kind Show and Sale® in Chicago

Wednesday, November 18th, 2009

Blick Art Materials is a partner of the One of a Kind Show and Sale being held at the Merchandise Mart in Chicago on December 3rd-6th, 2009. The show will feature pieces by over 500 artists, artisans, and designers. Each individual will also be in attendance, offering a unique opportunity to meet artists in person and support their work. The One of a Kind Show and Sale is a great place to shop for interesting works of art to give during the holiday season!

A ticket is required for entrance to the show. Tickets may be purchased in advance or on site. For additional information about hours, tickets, and artists, please click here to visit the show website.

To find contact information and hours for Chicago area Blick stores, click here.

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Holiday Demos at a Blick Store Near You

Tuesday, November 17th, 2009

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Our Holiday Demos start the weekend of November 28th and 29th! Mark your calendars and be sure to stop into your local Blick store to take part in these festive and FREE interactive events. Spread holiday cheer with handmade greeting cards or deck the halls with mini canvas ornaments. All demos are scheduled for 2-5pm on the dates listed below.

Strathmore Holiday Cards

  • Saturday, 11/28
  • Sunday, 12/6
  • Saturday, 12/12

Mini Canvas Ornaments

  • Sunday, 11/29
  • Saturday, 12/5
  • Sunday, 12/13

Not all stores will host Holiday Demos. Call or stop by your nearest Blick Art Materials for details. For store contact information, click here.

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Illinois Art Educator Demos at the Wheaton Store

Monday, November 9th, 2009

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On Saturday, November 7, 2009, the Blick Art Materials store in Wheaton, IL hosted interactive demonstrations led by representatives from Sanford and Golden for art teachers attending the Illinois Art Education Association (IAEA) 2009 Conference. The event, which required pre-registration, was filled well in advance. Everyone came away with great knowledge and really enjoyed the experience. Attendees also received free giveaways from Golden and Sanford, as well as fun Blick goody bags filled with samples, t-shirts, and other materials. Thank you to Diana Garrett from Sanford and Sandie Bacon from Golden for leading the demonstrations for our IAEA guests!

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For more information about Blick’s Wheaton location, click here.

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2009 Holiday Sale, November 5th-December 24th

Thursday, November 5th, 2009

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Shop our Holiday Sale at all Blick retail stores November 5-December 24, 2009. We’ve got hundreds of gift ideas for everyone on your list — including you!

Click here to find the store nearest you.

Note: Selection and prices may vary by location.

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Art for the Troops on Display at Wheaton Store

Wednesday, October 28th, 2009

The Blick store in Wheaton, IL has been collecting Artist Trading Cards throughout October to send to U.S. troops in Afghanistan, Iraq, and Walter Reed Hospital. Cards will be sent out in November by The Thank You Foundation (www.thethankyoufoundation.org), an organization that provides assistance for current U.S. troops and veterans.

Before they are sent, the Wheaton store will have the over 3,000 cards created by students, artists, and community members on display during regular business hours on October 28th and October 29th, 2009. Stop by and view these special works of art.

For store hours and contact information, click here.

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October Double Discount Days!

Tuesday, October 20th, 2009

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PREFERRED CUSTOMERS ONLY!

Visit any Blick Art Materials retail store this weekend, October 23-25, 2009, to take advantage of our October Double Discount Days promotion.

Click here for a coupon, or for more details about becoming a Preferred Customer.

To find your nearest Blick location, click here.

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Blick-or-Treat Activities in Stores

Tuesday, October 20th, 2009

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Blick retail locations* will host special Halloween-themed Blick-or-Treat activities Saturday, October 24th and Sunday, October 25th. Join the fun by participating in face painting demos and a scary mini canvas painting contest. Activities are scheduled from 2-5pm both days.

Click here to find the Blick store nearest you.

*Our San Diego State University campus store is not open during weekends and will not host Blick-or-Treat events.

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School of the Art Institute BareWalls 2009 Event

Tuesday, October 13th, 2009

Blick Booth at BareWalls 2009

Blick Art Materials was a proud sponsor of the 15th Annual BareWalls benefit held on Saturday, October 10th, 2009 for the School of the Art Institute of Chicago (SAIC) BareWalls Scholarship Fund. The Fund helps support students who are pursuing an education at SAIC.

Artwork in Progress

During the event SAIC alumni and faculty created artwork live, and a silent auction provided an opportunity for attendees to bid on the artwork in progress. Associates from the Blick Chicago Loop store also staffed a table where people could express their own artistic vision by sketching a design on a mini canvas to take home. Refreshments and live music were available for guests to enjoy as well. It was a fantastic night, and a good time was had by all!

More Artwork in Progress

For more information about the event, please click here to visit the official BareWalls 2009 web page.

Click here to find hours and contact information for the Blick Chicago Loop store.

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School of the Art Institute Scholarship Annual Fundraiser October 10th

Thursday, October 8th, 2009

Blick Art Materials has donated $18,000 in art supplies to the School of the Art Institute (SAIC) in support of BareWalls 2009. This annual event supports the BareWalls Scholarship Fund, which benefits students pursuing their studies at SAIC.

During BareWalls 2009, faculty and alumni of SAIC will create original works of art before an audience that includes many of Chicago’s most prominent arts patrons, civic leaders and business leaders. A silent auction will be held to allow participants to bid on their favorite works while they are being created.

The art materials donated by Blick Art Materials include canvases, acrylic paints, acrylic brushes, palettes and water buckets. Participants in the event will also receive tote bags and discount coupons that can be used at Blick Art Materials’ Chicago Loop store, located at 42 S. State Street. Blick Art Materials and SAIC will donate any unused art materials remaining after the event to Chicago public schools, through the Chicago Office of Arts Education.

“The School of the Art Institute offers a solid education for young professionals pursuing careers in disciplines with art as their foundation,” says Bob Buchsbaum, chief executive officer of Blick Art Materials. “We are proud to be part of the effort to raise funds for the SAIC’s Student Scholarship Fund and believe that by supporting art education in schools and the community, we are helping to inspire individuals and support their long-term career goals.”

“SAIC is delighted to be celebrating the 15th anniversary of the BareWalls Benefit for Student Scholarships,” says Emily Chapman, director of alumni relations for SAIC, “Supporters of this annual event are contributing to the education of young artists and designers pursuing their studies at SAIC. In the last 14 years the endowed BareWalls Scholarship Fund has provided financial assistance to over 300 SAIC students. It is really energizing to see SAIC’s community of alumni, faculty and friends come together in support of the School in such an outstanding way.”

Blick Art Materials will help promote BareWalls 2009 with promotions and signage in its Chicago Loop store, which is located across the street from the SAIC Sullivan Galleries, the site of the BareWalls 2009 event. The event will be held on October 10, 2009 at 6 p.m. Tickets are available for purchase by calling Ticketmaster at 1-800-982-2787 through October 7 and on the day of the event at the door with cash, check and credit cards all accepted. For more information, visit SAIC’s BareWalls 2009 Web pages or call 312-899-1455.

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