Flashes & Strokes: a Tale of Two Mediums

The digital and traditional arts are thriving in Chicago. From newer, technology based media like photography and digital art to more traditional art, there is so much to see, explore and learn from in Chicago.  Through our Flashes and Strokes series, we’d like to celebrate artists from both worlds: traditional and digital.

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A post shared by Matt Weitz | Chicago Based (@mattbweitz) on Jul 31, 2018 at 6:31am PDT

Just installed this one today, at Western & Lincoln. We worked with all the kids from K-8 at St Matthias this add their voice to the message.

A post shared by Matthew Hoffman (@heyitsmatthew) on Aug 12, 2018 at 2:08pm PDT

Celebrating #testprinttuesday

A post shared by MATDALY (@mat_daly) on Jan 16, 2018 at 6:47pm PST

This is just wild, thank you @adidasoriginals 😭💙 If you’re around go see my billboard at Ashland and Cortez Ave #PODsystem #giftedbyadidas

A post shared by Alina Tsvor (@alinatsvor) on Jul 28, 2018 at 9:48am PDT

Today's centerpieces for Heather + Damian's beautiful wedding 🌿 || Design by @stemmingfromlove • • • • #wedding#weddingflorist#florist#weddingflowers#chicagosuburbs#chicagoflorist#flowers#flowerstagram#wedding#weddingday#weddingstyle#instawedding#theknot#love#beautiful#design#floraldesign#weddinginspiration#girlboss#weddingpro#blooms#weddingday#succulent#blooms#succulents#bloom#instaflowers#instalove#centerpiece#saturday

A post shared by Jess Koko 💐🌹 (@stemmingfromlove) on Aug 25, 2018 at 6:39pm PDT

A little drizzle won't dampen their smiles. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ .⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ .⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ .⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ #Weddingphotography #Weddingphotographer #Engagement #chicagoengagement #chicagobride #localbusiness #chicagowedding #chicagophotographer #chicagobusiness #napervillephotographer #downersgrove #love #weddedbliss #happilyeverafter #inspiredeyephotography #lovewhatido #ido #wedding #weddingwhite #theknot #gettingmarried #weddingwire #shesaidyes #coupleschoice #swoon #wedchicago #weddinginspiration #wedwell

A post shared by Inspired Eye Photography (@smd_iephotog) on Jul 25, 2018 at 10:02am PDT

Smiles for miles with this adorable couple!! #laurameyerphotography #chicagobride #chicagocanyon #chicagoboardoftrade #chicagoweddings #summerwedding

A post shared by Laura Meyer (@laurameyerphoto) on Aug 21, 2018 at 1:20pm PDT

@heritageprairiefarm is all flowered up and ready to go! These etched salmon peonies are going to be a big hit tonight!

A post shared by Wallflower Designs (@wallflower__designs) on Jun 9, 2018 at 2:32pm PDT

Summer vibes ✌🏼 Flowers | @mayfield_flowers // Coordination | @creativelyinspiredweds // Venue | @wanderingtreeestate

A post shared by Tamara Jaros Photography (@tjarosphotography) on Aug 10, 2018 at 10:57am PDT

It’s the details that count!⠀ ⠀ We design table centerpieces and more for all your decor needs.Taking 2018 & 2019 bookings now!!⠀ ⠀ #vpimpressions #luxuryoral #centerpieces #weddingseason #weddingdecor #floral #weddingbouquet #headtabledecor #rusticlook #weddingwire #theknot #chicwedding #chicagoflorist #weddingdetails #chicagowedding #weddingreception #weddinginspirations #farmweddings #bridesmagazine

A post shared by VP Impressions (@vpimpressions) on Jun 22, 2018 at 8:57am PDT

Love this display I did which includes some great pieces from @rustiqueswan 🎈🌸🌺💕 #napervilleweddingflorist #plainfieldweddingflorist #balloons #barcart #balloondisplay #balloongarland #colorful #weddingflowers

A post shared by Kristen Janes (@kiokreations) on Aug 19, 2018 at 3:02pm PDT

Do you know anyone planning a Fall celebration? Here’s another look at the Red Apple Themed Wedding that Rustique Swan had a part in designing and styling, and I think this is such a fun way to jump into a new season! What do you think?! • • • • •Venue: @hoosiergrovebarn •Photography: @meghanmccarthyphoto •Planning & Concept :@savvyroseevents •Design,Styling& Rentals:@rustiqueswan •Florals:@ayselcristianfloralatelier •Cake:@goldendomecakes •Stationary:@emeranndesign •Calligraphy:@jessicadrapercalligraphy •Hair/Makep:@sabrinaramirezmakep •Veil:@Dimitrasbridalcouture •Models:@ambersimms @alexgonzalez

A post shared by Rustique Swan (@rustiqueswan) on Aug 16, 2018 at 9:17pm PDT

Have you all been to see the new Máximo dinosaur at @fieldmuseum yet?! I haven't been back since this gorgeous shoot in February!! 😍 I seriously don't know why, but I love Sue the T Rex, and I think I am going to blame it on the Land Before Time movies when I was a kid. 😂 Who wants to go visit the biggest dinosaur EVER!? And maybe do a photoshoot out on the pretty museum steps?? 👋 👋 👋 ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ #chicagoweddingphotographer #chicagowedding #chicagoweddings #downtownchicagowedding #downtownchicagovenue #downtownchicagoweddingphotographer #chicagoengagementphotographer #chicagoanniversaryphotography #chicagophotographer #chicagobride #chicagobrides #unionstation #bridalportraits #chicageoweddingphotography #downtownchicagoillinois #chicagoplanner #chicagoweddingplanner #chicagoweddingday #chicagoweddingphoto #chicagoanniversarysession #chicagoengagementphotography #chicagoanniversaryphotographer #chicagophotographer #chitheewed #lakeshoreinlove #caratsandcake #marthastewartweddings #midwestbride #fieldmuseum #weddingwednesday

A post shared by MEGHAN MCCARTHY (@meghanmccarthyphoto) on Aug 21, 2018 at 5:23am PDT

Flowers just make a wedding a little more magical. Just look at this bouquet from Aysel Cristian Floral Atelier! Do you know what kind of flowers you want for your wedding? . . . @milianbonillobeauty @michelleandyasmin @trudiesbridalandformalwear @laberges29 #chicagoweddings #weddingplanner #chicagweddingplanner #gettingmarried #weddingflowers #loveislove #bridesfavorite #weddingflorist #romanticwedding #illinoisweddings #chicago #smp #celebrationsociety

A post shared by Chicago Weddings & Events (@savvyroseevents) on Jun 27, 2018 at 12:32pm PDT

I think Mother Nature's chef d'oeuvre is Ohara Roses. This color palette was amazing and so blessed I had the opportunity to create it for one of my 2018 brides. ligiachiuphotography.pixieset.com #barringtonflorist #florals #bride #bridechoice #groom #chitheewed #chicagoweddingscene #womeninbusiness #weddingflowers #florals #ayselcristianfloralatelier

A post shared by Aysel Cristian (@ayselcristianfloralatelier) on Aug 23, 2018 at 6:38pm PDT

Ashley, the talent behind @paperloveclub, and I collaborated on this cake and invitation suite. She hand painted the cake to match her exquisite invitations and menu cards whilst I then bought her illustration to life with the sugar flowers and foliage. Swipe for pictures of the invitations and menu card plus a bonus picture of the stunning floral centrepiece by @fleurcouture which included the most flawless white Ranunculus I have ever seen. . . . . . Photographer – Alexandra Lee Photography , @alexandraleephoto Wedding Planner Events – by JVB , @eventsbyjvb Venue – Armour House , @armourhouseweddings Model(s) – Emily & Jason, @emilythelander Dress Boutique – Simply Luxe Bridal , @simplyluxebridal Dress Designer – Calla Blanche Bridal Menswear – The Wedding GPS , @theweddinggps Florist – Fleur Couture, @fleurcouture Bakery – The Quintessential Cake @thequintessentialcake Stationery – Paper Love Club @paperloveclub Calligrapher – Paper Love Club , @paperloveclub Hair – Tamara Holden Hair , @tamaraholdenhair Makeup – Tricia Clarke Makeup , @triciaclarkemakeup Videographer N/A Linens – BBJ Rentals – Halls Rentals . . . . #cake #customcake #sugarart #sugarflowers #beanpasteflower #cakesofinstagram #weddings #weddingcake #wheaton #chicago #chicagolandweddings #wheatonweddings #wheatonweddingcake #chicagoweddings #chicagoweddingcake #wheatoncakeshop

A post shared by The Quintessential Cake (@thequintessentialcake) on Jul 17, 2018 at 8:51pm PDT

Happy 1 year Anniversary to a very special couple! Here is a mini replica I made of their wedding cake. The accent flower is completely handmade with sugar paste. . . . Word of advice for brides: Use the top tier of the wedding cake to feed your guests on the actual wedding day and purchase a replica on your 1st anniversary. Skip the “freeze your top tier” tradition. This ensures you will have a fresh baked, delicious cake; free of any freezer burn. . . . . #rufflecake #firstanniversary #weddinganniversary #replicacake #sugarpeonies #sugarflowers #goldendomecakes #weddingcake #napervillebakery #burgundyandgold #weddingcake #anniversary #instacake #customcakes #caketime #cakedesign #cakeideas #illinoisbakery #customcakes #letthemeatcake #buttercream #rosettes #wilton #wiltoncakes #plainfieldwedding #napervillewedding #yorkvillewedding #aurorawedding #chicagowedding #stcharleswedding #genevawedding #satinice

A post shared by Chicago/suburbs (@goldendomecakes) on Aug 5, 2018 at 5:45pm PDT

😍 Nursery. Girls room. Craft room. Gallery wall. Where would you put this?!? What letter and colors would you choose??? . . . . . #nurserydecor #babydecor #girlsroom #childrensroom

A post shared by Nicki | The Joyful Bloom (@thejoyfulbloom) on Mar 4, 2018 at 10:45am PST

Tonight 6-9pm! Opening for Lorca Jolene (pictured) and Christopher Ottinger | 3839 W. Grand #contemporaryart #videoart #mediaarcheology #collageart #darkart #selftaughtartist

A post shared by Ignition Project Space (@ignition_projects) on May 5, 2018 at 1:35pm PDT

2 months we've been in this little house of ours that has quickly turned into a h o m e. ⠀ ⠀ Watching Kev work on new projects every night makes my heart soar (the man's built me custom closet shelves and re-finished ALL of our doors 👏🏻). I told him the other night that he looked exactly like how my Dad used to look coming home after work. He'd change into his "work clothes" throw on some tunes or a ball game, and tinker away in the garage with a giant smile on his face. Now Kev does the same thing, and I can't help but laugh because they always tell you that you marry a guy that's like your Dad, and there are so many times I catch myself thinking how lucky I am that both my Dad and my Husband are just two of the best men in the entire world. ⠀ ⠀ So 🍻 to new homes, and marrying your Dad (you know what I mean). All my married ladies, is your hubby like your Dad?⠀ ⠀ ⠀ #home #hubby #homeiswhereverimwithyou #newhome ⠀ ⠀

A post shared by lifestyle + love photographer (@megadamikcreative) on Aug 23, 2018 at 9:44am PDT

A few more… #flourandflowersbymk #napervilleweddingflowers #chicagoweddingflorist #plumwedding #purplewedding

A post shared by Flour&FlowersbyMK (@flourflowersbymk) on Aug 24, 2018 at 10:41am PDT

FRIDAY has us searching for the best cocktail recipes to whip up in our cute pink glassware 💕 🍹😋 #cocktailgifts #summercocktails #blissfullybroke #discoverthegiftexperience

A post shared by Blissfully Broke (@blissfully.broke) on Aug 10, 2018 at 9:24am PDT

A post shared by Michael Viglietta (@viggs66) on Feb 9, 2018 at 4:29pm PST