Portraits of the Park District

Some cities have gardens in them, but Chicago is like a garden that has a city in it.

VoyageChicago is all about supporting creatives and risk takers – from makeup artists, fashion designers and music producers to chefs, entrepreneurs and more. In our Portraits series we try to celebrate their work by sharing some of our favorite shots we’ve come across. We’ve share shots from in and around the Park District below.

Food & Travel Blogger Lauren Uchima

You make me glazy 🍩 #FatTuesday was alive and well today//Firecakes//Chicago, Illinois

A post shared by Food & Travel Enthusiast (@laurenuchima) on Feb 13, 2018 at 8:51pm PST

Ashland Leather Co. | Leather wallets shop

Installing hardware and this batch of valet trays is set to go. Available on the website now.

A post shared by Ashland Leather Co. (@ashlandleather) on Feb 21, 2018 at 7:15am PST

Interior Designer Brianne Bishop

Modern meets minimal in this open yet homey space.

A post shared by Brianne Bishop Design (@briannebishopdesign) on Feb 16, 2018 at 11:07am PST

Graphic Designer Courtney Nuss

Who thinks Dash should start a fashion blog?

A post shared by Courtney Nuss (@courtney.nuss) on Feb 18, 2018 at 2:09pm PST

Style Blogger Megan Medica

These sleeves though 🙌 This sweater just went ont sale (under $50!), fully stocked in sizes and comes in two other colors. Full look on the blog tomorrow 🖤 📷 : @juleskens http://liketk.it/2uF7o #liketkit @liketoknow.it #LTKsalealert #LTKunder50

A post shared by Megan Medica (@neverwithoutnavy) on Feb 15, 2018 at 4:04pm PST

Nest Designs | Interior redesign and home staging

Adorable little girl's room to stage! 😊 #tobecontinued #prettyinpink🎀

A post shared by Nest Designs, Inc. (@nestdesignsinc) on Feb 19, 2018 at 12:03pm PST

Lifestyle blogger Marlena Begier

A rainy Monday calls for cozing up in my favorite sweater which is now on sale! It also comes in heather grey and oatmeal color (under $35). This bag is my daily essential, it fits everything I need when I’m running around town getting 💩 done (and it’s under $50). Outfit deets linked or find them on SYP blog under shop tab <link in bio> • 🛒 http://liketk.it/2uHJs #liketkit @liketoknow.it Download the LIKEtoKNOW.it app to shop this pic via screenshot and don’t forget to follow me! / 📸 @kbegier . . . . #winterstyle #chicagoblogger #suedejacket #gaplove #marcfisher #urbanoutfitters #ootdwatch #ltksalealert #ltkstyletip #ltkunder50 #ltkunder100 #ootdguide

A post shared by Style Your Passion ♥ (@marlenabegier) on Feb 19, 2018 at 10:08am PST

SALT Fitness | Barre, Cycle Fit

Three months since these three launched SALT. Thank you for taking us on this ride. #SALTFit #luckyus #bestbarre #bestcycle #onestopshop

A post shared by SALT Fitness Chicago (@saltfitnesschicago) on Feb 18, 2018 at 4:01am PST

Photographer Ryan Jackson

A post shared by Jackson Shoots Pictures (@jacksonshootspictures) on Feb 20, 2018 at 4:58pm PST

Style Consulting Katie Schuppler

Spring denim👖I am ready for you! Top by @johapparel 💙 #ootd #ksstyleconsulting #thefreckledstylist #denim #johapparel #whatiwore #wardrobestylist

A post shared by KATIE SCHUPPLER (@ksstyleconsulting) on Feb 21, 2018 at 8:32pm PST

Photographer Victor

"When you see someone putting on his big boots, you can be pretty sure that an adventure is going to happen" – JR Tolkien _ Model: @da3rik23 _ _ _ _ #allshots #ig_mood #exklusive_shot #phototag_it #illgrammers #igmasters #visualsoflife #vzcomood #afterlight #chasinglight #mextures #shotaward #bleachmyfilm #lifeofadventure #freedomthinkers #allshots_ #letsgosomewhere #portraits_ig #liveauthentic #folkvibe #exploreeverything #wanderfolk #featuremofh #igworldclub #quiettthechaos #Hubday #hcollective #hubday_chi18 #chicagogrammers #инстаграмџии

A post shared by V_as_victor (@v_as_victor) on Feb 18, 2018 at 2:20pm PST

Professional Organizing by Sherilee

An organized bar cart 🤩 because tonight’s the night we celebrate 💕Family Love💕with the kids then lovingly get them into bed so we can pop the champagne or wine bottle because well, we’re parents and we deserve that. #clink #theorganizedstyle #barcartinspiration #organized #styled

A post shared by Professional Organizing (@theorganizedstyle) on Feb 14, 2018 at 12:48pm PST

Hooks & friends | happy handmade crochet creatures

Last day for our Chinese New Year pup sale! All dog stuffed animals and rattles are discounted — Plenty of options for #corgi, #frenchie, #bostonterrier, #pitbull, #goldendoodle , and more! 🐶💕🎉

A post shared by pennyknot (@pennyknot) on Feb 19, 2018 at 7:21am PST

Fashion & lifestyle blogger Megan Harr

Wearing white and blue but holding the gold. #champagne #teamUSA

A post shared by Megan Harr (@meganharr) on Feb 18, 2018 at 5:03pm PST

Lifestyle Blogger Lauren Nolan

“When you understand that what most people really, really want is simply to feel good about themselves, and with just a few well chosen words you can help virtually anyone on the planet instantly achieve that, you begin to realize just how simple life is, how powerful you are, and that love is the key.” – @simplysadiejane 👆🏼 Everyone should go watch her “Meet Tony!” highlight story right now. You’ll get alllll the feels, I promise ❤️ #actlikebaylor #neverstopcreating @liketoknow.it #liketkit http://liketk.it/2uHlE | 📷: @hannahschweissphotography | #LSLstyle

A post shared by Lauren Nolan (@lakeshorelady) on Feb 18, 2018 at 6:56pm PST

Real estate agent Carrie McCormick

Hanging with @cortneyhall today – getting pro tips from one of the best 👌. . . . . . @cortneyhall #protips #wgn #womensupportingwomen #videotips #realtortips #firsttimehomebuyer #firsttimehomebuyer #alwayslearning #growing #chicagorealtor #chicagonetworking #chicago #chicagorealestate #chicagogram #carriemccormickrealestate #carriemccormick #thankyou #askme

A post shared by Carrie McCormick @properties (@carriemccormickrealestate) on Feb 20, 2018 at 11:42am PST

Fashion blogger Lisa

Picked up this hoodie over the weekend, and I never want to take it off! It’s the comfiest thing ever and comes in ✌🏼 other colors // Head over to my stories for a closer look and sizing info. Get all my outfit deets here: http://liketk.it/2uIGj or on the @liketoknow.it app #liketkit #LTKunder100 #LTKshoecrush

A post shared by Lisa | TrendLess Blog (@trendlessblog) on Feb 20, 2018 at 12:07pm PST

Painter Chelsea Theilmann

HEY Y’ALL my solo show, “just because you see it, it doesn’t mean it’s there” opens on Monday, Dec 4!! I’m donating a portion of any art sold to an organization v close to ma heart, American Foundation of Suicide Prevention. There will also be booze and food so come thruuu 🙂 *dm for info* !!Also this bad boy is finished, 3x4ft, oil

A post shared by Chelsea Theilmann (@chelslikescats) on Nov 16, 2017 at 11:06am PST

Designer & illustrator Elena Potter

@sophiiiestewart stopped by the studio to take some pictures of Milly. And me. But mostly Milly. #studiocat

A post shared by Eléna Potter (@elena.potter) on Feb 21, 2018 at 3:32pm PST

Jeremy Lawson Photography

That’s how we feel about handwritten vows too! 😃

A post shared by Jeremy Lawson Photography (@jeremylawsonphotography) on Feb 16, 2018 at 5:21pm PST

The Crab Pad| Seafood restaurant

I love you so matcha 🍵 I’m giving it to you for 50% off! Monday-Friday 5-6pm 50% off selected items

A post shared by The Crab Pad (@crabpad) on Feb 22, 2018 at 6:21am PST

Lifestyle blogger Ashley Mahaffey

when it’s finally in the high 50s outside, but it’s raining the entire day so you can’t enjoy it! ☔️ ready for spring and sunshine ☀️ | shop my cozy sweater, that’s only $17, and @ragandbone jeans via @liketoknow.it . my new fav lipstick by @bitebeauty is linked too – I’m wearing sugarcane! http://liketk.it/2uITN #liketkit #LTKunder50 #LTKstyletip #LTKsalealert #LTKbeauty #bitebeauty #liplabxbite #sheingals #sheininspo #ragandbone

A post shared by Ashley Mahaffey (@withloveandhappiness) on Feb 20, 2018 at 4:48pm PST