CHICAGO — A recent exhibition at the Art Institute of Chicago has brought to light the distinctive contributions of four prominent Chicago artists: Theodore Halkin, Evelyn Statsinger, Barbara Rossi, and Christina Ramberg. The exhibition, curated by Mark Pascale, Stephanie Strother, and Kathryn Cua, showcases their work and reveals connections that, while previously known, had not been fully visualized.
The display highlights the divergent yet intertwined paths of these artists, who span over two decades and represent various art movements, including the Monster Roster, American Surrealism, and the Chicago Imagists. Despite their different affiliations, all four artists shared a common foundation in their education at the School of the Art Institute of Chicago.
Their works, characterized by a dedication to drawing, are presented through a variety of mediums such as paint on Plexiglas, photograms, prints, and quilting. The exhibition also features collaborative pieces, including Exquisite Corpse drawings, created by Statsinger, Rossi, and Ramberg, with occasional contributions from Ramberg’s husband, Philip Hanson, and Karl Wirsum, a notable member of the Hairy Who group.
The artists collectively challenge the norms established by influential modern art critics like Clement Greenberg and Harold Rosenberg, offering a unique perspective that underscores Chicago’s distinct artistic identity, separate from New York’s dominant art scene.
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