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Northwestern University and Evanston's Only Daily News Source Since 1881

The Daily Northwestern

Northwestern University and Evanston's Only Daily News Source Since 1881

The Daily Northwestern


Visual Arts

Owner Nik Rosas poses with a decorated ball he calls “Mr. Mellow” in the studio. He said he’s been drawing the figure since middle school.

Mellow Maker Studio spreads smiles, makes art accessible

September 25, 2023

At Mellow Maker Studio on Sherman Ave., its namesake Mr. Mellow peeks out from every surface: fridge magnets, mosaics and even a tufted rug. The wrinkly yellow smiley face encapsulates the laid-back...

Cortez said he wanted to explore all facets of love in the exhibit, from explorations of the meaning of “I love you” to a “Love Steroid.”

‘I Love You. I Love You? I Love You!’ inspires introspection

September 24, 2023

A trail of rose petals led into Norris University Center’s Dittmar Gallery Thursday night for the artist reception of Matthew Cortez’s first solo exhibition, “I Love You. I Love You? I Love You!” The...

A person in a crowd makes a heart shape in the air with their hands.

Exploring art in Evanston and Chicago

August 12, 2023

If you’re looking to immerse yourself in the arts in Evanston and beyond, you’re in luck. The area is chock-full of places to go for all things arts, from live performances to museums. Don’t be afraid...

Jianqiao Luan, a top-three finisher in Sunday’s competition, posing with the patron who purchased his prize-winning artwork. The painting was also voted as the community favorite by attendees.

Evanston Made hosts second annual Plein Air Art Festival

July 18, 2023

Evanston Made, in collaboration with numerous local businesses, hosted the second Evanston Plein Air Art Festival over the past week at various locations around the city. Over the past week, artists...

A model wearing a bright pink and red gown walks down a runway.

UNITY promotes inclusivity, expression at annual charity fashion show

May 21, 2023

A half hour before UNITY Charity Fashion Show was scheduled to start, the line to enter PALMHOUSE had already wrapped around the building. Around 300 Northwestern students and Chicago-area residents...

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