Last week I attended the opening of a Skokie Art Spot popup a couple blocks from my home. Hosted by Skokie’s Fine Arts Commission and juried by Skokie artist Jay Ryan, the exhibition features creations from artists who live or work in Skokie.
As I made my way around the exhibition, a small group were fixated on Bastet by Pamela Sloan. As they discussed it, they were approached by Sloan, who proceeded to answer questions about the piece and her career.
Is it a horse? Is it a bunch of rocks? Whatever you might see, it is beautiful.
Bastet is part of Sloan’s Unearthed series, in which she buries paper in soil for several months at historically significant areas. Upon unearthing, the paper has been transformed into fascinating pieces of art. Sloan might add slight touches to the piece.
Talking a bit more to Sloan, I was pleasantly surprised to learn one of her latest unearthing projects is located where I grew up on the Far Southeast Side of Chicago. I already am looking forward to seeing that piece when it is unearthed.
I also connected with Ellie Henderson, whose The Good Ole Days work fascinated me. Owner of The Ellie Bellie Sweet Shop, Henderson is an artist who works with ceramic pieces and sculptures. A thought-provoking piece, this transports the viewer to simpler, younger days.
© Ellie Henderson
© Ellie Henderson
The popup is relatively small but impactful. A first for Skokie’s Fine Arts Commission, I hope it is not the last.
— John Wroblewski, online writer
Introducing
FX Excursions
FX Excursions offers the chance for once-in-a-lifetime experiences in destinations around the world.
#globility
Insta FeedDaily
Jan 2, 2025Paul Cezanne’s Family Home, Studio to Open in Aix-en-Provence, France
The presence of painter Paul Cezanne in his hometown of Aix-en-Provence, France, is expressed through a network of exceptional sites where he lived. It is a unique journey offering visitors a full perspective on his life and his art.
Sponsored Content
United Airlines First to Purchase Sustainable Aviation Fuel for ORD
Chicago O’Hare International Airport will soon receive sustainable aviation fuel, all thanks to United Airlines, which became the first airline to purchase SAF for use at the airport, one of the largest in the United States. Neste, a producer of SAF, will provide up to 1 million gallons of its Neste MY Sustainable Aviation Fuel. The first supply arrived in August.
Daily
Jan 2, 2025Romantic Getaway Destinations in Tenerife
With Valentine’s Day around the corner, couples looking for romantic escapes and destinations that evoke emotions should look to Tenerife. The island is known for its breathtaking landscapes. From stargazing to unique culinary experiences, a trip to Tenerife promises romance, adventure and relaxation. Find out how Tenerife sets the stage for romance:
Daily
Jan 2, 2025Nekajui, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve, Peninsula Papagayo Now Accepting Reservations
Costa Rica’s Peninsula Papagayo is set to welcome its first ultra-luxury resort: Nekajui, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve. The property is set to open early this year.
Sponsored Content
Experience Next-Level Travel with Condor Airlines’ New A330neo Fleet
Condor Airlines completely renewed its long-haul fleet, featuring its new Airbus A330neo. Designed to elevate your travel experience, the A330neo is equipped with cutting-edge technology and offers unrivaled comfort, ensuring an exceptional journey for every passenger. With its striking signature striped livery, the A330neo not only promises a memorable flight but also enhances the start of your vacation from the moment you step aboard.
Daily
Jan 1, 2025Corinthia Brussels Opens in Belgium
Radiant elegance is the theme at the newly opened Corinthia Brussels, part of the Corinthia Hotels luxury group. Located in the former Grand Hotel Astoria and featuring Belle Époque style, this completely renovated property offers a selection of dining concepts, 126 rooms and suites, and a tranquil subterranean spa complex.
New Attractions and Openings in California for 2025
Daily
Dec 31, 2024Banyan Group Opens 100th Property in April 2025
Daily
Dec 31, 2024eFlyer Reviews
Dec 30, 2024Hôtel Balzac Paris & Spa Ikoï Review
Hôtel Balzac, a 5-star, 58- room and -suite Relais & Chateaux affiliate launched in the prestigious 8th arrondissement in June 2024, occupies the site of of 19th-century novelist Honoré de Balzac’s former home, and sits on a quiet corner where two streets honor literati, Rue Balzac and Rue Lord Byron.
Sponsored Content
Royal Air Maroc Relaunches Direct Casablanca–Beijing Route, Debuts Toronto Flight
As part of its international network expansion, Royal Air Maroc will reinstate the direct Casablanca–Beijing route initially launched in January 2020 and suspended just a few weeks later due to the health crisis.
eFlyer News
Dec 30, 2024Accor Expands in Goa, India, with 2 New Hotels
Accor announced the signing of two new luxury properties in India. Raffles Goa Shiroda and Fairmont Goa Shiroda are both set to open in 2030, expanding Accor’s footprint in the country. Raffles Goa Shiroda will include 120 luxury villas across more than 27 acres, as well as a Long Bar and Raffles’ unparalleled Butler Service.
ShareThis