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Not Just Another Pretty Face is a commissioning project created by the Hyde Park Art Center. The Art Center arranges commissions between patrons and artists who will produce engaging personal works (from the traditional to the very untraditional).

This year marks the third installment of NJAPF and will culminate in an unveiling soiree on October 18, 2008, an exhibition in the Art Center’s main gallery, and a catalogue documenting the works.

Attend our next NJAPF Public Salon on Wednesday, January 23, from 6-8pm.

FAQs:

What are the goals of the project?
Through this project we hope to encourage a new and diverse group of people to think of themselves as patrons of contemporary art, as well as build lasting relationships between artists and patrons, creating a new direct mode of supporting artists. NJAPF provides an interesting, accessible, and personal way to participate in collecting contemporary art and also to learn about the broad and creative pool of contemporary artists working in Chicago.

The project also supports both the artists themselves and the Hyde Park Art Center. The Center receives half of the commission price and the artists receive the other half. The project also provides all of the artists involved with a greater amount exposure and the possibility of a commission and inclusion in a major exhibition and catalogue.

What happens at a salon?
We’ll enjoy cocktails, refreshments, mingling, and a tour through over sixty outstanding artists, their current work, and their interests for this project.

Whether or not you choose to commission a piece, a salon is an exciting overview of what’s happening in contemporary art in Chicago.

How much are commissions?
There are a wide range of artists making work in every medium who are offering commissions from $150 to $150,000. There is definitely something for everyone.

Who do I contact for more information?
For more information or if you have any questions, contact us at (773) 324.5520 or email PrettyFace [at] hydeparkart [dot] org.

The Hyde Park Art Center will host its Spring Gala on Saturday, April 12, 2008 to honor Charles Benton.

Invitations will be mailed out in March. For more information or for tickets, please contact Christina Jensen at cjensen [at] hydeparkart [dot] org or (773) 324-5520 × 1021.

Creative Move returns for the third year in a row - 24-hours of free, fun activities, art-making, performances, exhibitions programming, and much more. Check out our Creative Move page for a complete schedule and updates!