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CANVAS JAZZ
by Jan Schrader
JAZZ INSPIRED ABSTRACT ART
NOTES FROM THE STUDIO & STAGE


CANVAS JAZZ AT BLUE MOON GALLERY
ARTBEAT BUZZ by Lynne Kornecki - BLUE MOON GALLERY'S Artist Talks from 1:30-3:30 PM Feature Jan Schrader and Michael Litewski Providing Insights to their Creativity So, what's their secret? How does an artist approach a blank canvas and create something others want to purchase and enjoy daily in their own environment? Attend the Artist Talks -- an ongoing series -- at BLUE MOON GALLERY, 18620 Belvidere Road in Grayslake , and sample this "secret sauce"! Jan and Michael -- des
Jul 1, 2025


BLUE MOON GALLERY SHOW
ARTBEAT BUZZ by Lynne Kornecki - BLUE MOON GALLERY'S "BIG SUMMER SHOW" Opening Reception 6-9pm -- Features 16 artists -- On View Until 7/19/25 (Art by Les Scott -- Dialog du Vent et des Nuages (scratchboard & ink)) Blue Moon Gallery, 18620 Belvidere Road in Grayslake IL is thrilled to announce its BIG SUMMER SHOW opening this Saturday, June 21st, with a reception from 6-9pm where the public can view several exhibitions of fine art created by local Chicagoland artists, enjoy s
Jun 16, 2025


CONCERT HALL POP-UP GALLERY SHOW
ARTBEAT BUZZ by Lynne Kornecki - DuPage Symphony Orchestra & Naperville Art League Thrilled Audience with PICTURES AT AN EXHIBITION Pop-Up Gallery in Wentz Concert Hall Lobby Sunday Naperville Art League Artists and Board Members Pose in North Central College's Wentz Concert Hall lobby from Left to Right: Lisa Kanellos, Carole Stone Carson, Beata Nowak (NAL Board President), Debbie Venezia (Board Member-at-Large), Patricia Melekus, Sally Sharp (board member), and Jennifer Hau
Feb 17, 2025


PICTURE OF THE WEEK
ARTBEAT BUZZ by Lynne Kornecki - Abstract Artist, JAN SCHRADER'S "Morning Blues" is A Merit Award Winner at Naperville Art League's Recent Member Show ARTIST STATEMENT: "My approach to painting is very straightforward. I simply attempt to create beautiful, unique art to enhance the surroundings and lives of the viewer. My paintings reflect three major influences. The first is Mid-Century and Contemporary architecture. I love the clean lines, originality and non-conformity. Th
Feb 17, 2025


ARTBEAT BUZZ ARTICLE
ARTBEAT BUZZ by Lynne Kornecki - Local Abstract Artist Thrives on Fusing Disparate Elements with Stunning Asian-Flair Results Like a highly skilled chef, Naperville, IL abstract artist Jan Schrader deftly mixes his visual artistry into a tasteful fusion by adding Asian flair. Preferring acrylics as his go-to medium, Jan’s airy, clean, contemporary canvases feature a powerful use of open space, texture and metallic paint that dims and brightens with the passing sun. The ultima
Feb 2, 2024
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