CHICAGO
ART
GROUP

Upcoming Events

Step by Step Portrait

Step by Step Portrait

Saturday 10 May
N Clark Street - 10am - 2 Hours
Geanina Zaharia
Dive into the world of composition with our "Step by Step Portrait" class! Perfect for beginners and art enthusiasts, this class will teach you how to create visually stunning and balanced artworks. With fun, hands-on exercises and expert guidance, you'll learn how to arrange elements to create harmony and impact in your art. Bring your basic art materials and get ready to elevate your creative skills. Reserve your spot now, and we'll send you all the event details upon confirmation!
book now
$47      
Drawing for Beginners

Drawing for Beginners

Saturday 31 May
N Clark Street - 10am - 2 Hours
Geanina Zaharia
In this class, we will explore the basics of drawing and equip you with the skills needed to create beautiful and expressive artwork.

Our experienced instructor will guide you through the fundamentals of drawing, including perspective, proportion, shading, and composition.

We will also be practicing various forms of Mark Making techniques and hopefully will make an empty page less daunting to fill up.

Perfect for complete beginners.
book now
$47      
Drawing for Beginners

Drawing for Beginners

Saturday 12 July
N Clark Street - 10am - 2 Hours
Geanina Zaharia
In this class, we will explore the basics of drawing and equip you with the skills needed to create beautiful and expressive artwork.

Our experienced instructor will guide you through the fundamentals of drawing, including perspective, proportion, shading, and composition.

We will also be practicing various forms of Mark Making techniques and hopefully will make an empty page less daunting to fill up.

Perfect for complete beginners.
book now
$47      

Drawing for Beginners

Drawing for Beginners

Saturday 23 August
N Clark Street - 10am - 2 Hours
Geanina Zaharia
In this class, we will explore the basics of drawing and equip you with the skills needed to create beautiful and expressive artwork.

Our experienced instructor will guide you through the fundamentals of drawing, including perspective, proportion, shading, and composition.

We will also be practicing various forms of Mark Making techniques and hopefully will make an empty page less daunting to fill up.

Perfect for complete beginners.
book now
$47      
Step by Step Portrait

Step by Step Portrait

Saturday 13 September
N Clark Street - 10am - 2 Hours
Geanina Zaharia
Dive into the world of composition with our "Step by Step Portrait" class! Perfect for beginners and art enthusiasts, this class will teach you how to create visually stunning and balanced artworks. With fun, hands-on exercises and expert guidance, you'll learn how to arrange elements to create harmony and impact in your art. Bring your basic art materials and get ready to elevate your creative skills. Reserve your spot now, and we'll send you all the event details upon confirmation!
book now
$47      
Drawing for Beginners

Drawing for Beginners

Saturday 04 October
N Clark Street - 10am - 2 Hours
Geanina Zaharia
In this class, we will explore the basics of drawing and equip you with the skills needed to create beautiful and expressive artwork.

Our experienced instructor will guide you through the fundamentals of drawing, including perspective, proportion, shading, and composition.

We will also be practicing various forms of Mark Making techniques and hopefully will make an empty page less daunting to fill up.

Perfect for complete beginners.
book now
$47      

Other Nearby Groups

Sunset Photography Meetup

Sunset Photography Meetup

Saturday 03 May
E Ohio St. Chicago - 6:30pm - 2 Hours
Chicago Photography Group
Caitlin KellyThompson
Learn how to use the proper settings to capture a beautiful sunset.

Beyond just being a natural phenomenon, the setting of the sun symbolizes many things to a variety or people and cultures. The setting of the sun represents the completion of a day's work, so it represents the opportunity to rest.
book now
$47      
Landscape Photography Meetup

Landscape Photography Meetup

Saturday 10 May
2021 N Burling St, Chicago, IL 60614 - 12pm - 2 Hours
Chicago Photography Group
Caitlin KellyThompson
Landscape photography is possibly one of the most popular genres, so we'll be looking at how you can improve your shots and help your photos stand out from the crowd. We will be focusing on composition, panoramas, equipment tips and settings to use.

All skill levels welcome! The professional photography instructor will be there to provide advice, feedback and tips on how to improve your photos and camera skills.
book now
$47      
The Preserve of Highland Park - Mini Photo Session

The Preserve of Highland Park - Mini Photo Session

Saturday 17 May
The Preserve of Highland Park
Chicago Family Portrait
Do you need an updated family portrait? Come along to our mini photo sessions.Mini-sessions are short 30 minute photo sessions for up to 6 people - perfect for families with little ones who can't sit still for too long.

book now       9:30am       $190

booked       10:00am

book now       10:30am       $190

Using Light & Shadow in Photography

Using Light & Shadow in Photography

Saturday 14 June
Montrose Beach - 2pm - 2 Hours
Chicago Photography Group
Caitlin KellyThompson
Light and shadow photography is a type of photography that focuses on capturing the interplay between light and shadow in a particular scene. This style of photography often produces dramatic and compelling images that can evoke strong emotions in the viewer.

Harsh light and the contrast between light and shadow can provide some interesting photo
opportunities, as well as some challenges!

In this meetup, we will be looking at how you can use your camera's settings to nail the exposure.
book now
$49      
The Preserve of Highland Park - Mini Photo Session

The Preserve of Highland Park - Mini Photo Session

Sunday 22 June
The Preserve of Highland Park
Chicago Family Portrait
Do you need an updated family portrait? Come along to our mini photo sessions.Mini-sessions are short 30 minute photo sessions for up to 6 people - perfect for families with little ones who can't sit still for too long.

book now       10:00am       $190

book now       10:30am       $190
Shooting on Manual Mode Meetup

Shooting on Manual Mode Meetup

Sunday 22 June
E Randolph St, Chicago - 12pm - 2 Hours
Chicago Photography Group
Caitlin KellyThompson
This class is for anyone looking to switch their camera mode from Auto to Manual and learn how to shoot using the Manual Mode. The goal is to help everyone become more confident when using their camera settings. We will touch on essential camera functions and the exposure triangle Shutter Speed, Aperture, and ISO.
book now
$49      

Headshot Photography Meetup

Headshot Photography Meetup

Saturday 28 June
N Humboldt Dr, Chicago - 12:30pm - 2 Hours
Chicago Photography Group
Caitlin KellyThompson
A headshot is a tightly framed face shot, typically from the shoulders up. The goal of your headshot is to clearly & creatively showcase your client's professionalism, personality, and brand. As a class, we will focus on creating headshots from the chest up with good lighting on your model's face.
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$47      
Beginning Photography Class

Beginning Photography Class

Saturday 05 July
N Milwaukee Ave, Chicago - 12pm - 3 Hours
Chicago Photography Group
Caitlin KellyThompson
This class will cover the basics of photography for two hours, followed by an hour of practical street photography in Milwaukee.
book now
$98      
WWC (Walk with Camera)

WWC (Walk with Camera)

Saturday 12 July
E Randolph St, Chicago - 12pm - 2 Hours
Chicago Photography Group
Caitlin KellyThompson
A fun and relaxed walk with our cameras covering a variety aspects of photography from street, landscape, architecture, seascape and abstract.
book now
$49      

ABOUT CHICAGO
ART
GROUP
Come along to our meetups to improve your art in a relaxed and social atmosphere, and under the guidance of a professional instructor. Complete beginners to experienced artists all welcome.

Our 2 hour meetups are held in a different location each time, usually outdoors.

Bring your own materials which can be anything from pencils or pastels, to watercolour or oils.

If you are a complete beginner all you need to start are a couple of good drawing pencils, a rubber, and a drawing pad.

Who can attend? Open to all skill levels, from beginners to experienced artists. The instructor is there to help everyone.

The meeting point and full details for the day are sent in the booking confirmation email to the email address you provide at time of booking.

Join the Facebook Group here to share your art and enjoy the art of other locals.

You can also subscribe here to receive notifications of upcoming events.

Our meetups and classes are limited to a max of 12 people
REVIEWS
Zaharia Geanina was really good sharing her knowledge, explaining clear and showing a lot of patience while providing instruction. I will definitely recommend her classes.
5/5
Marcela
2024-03-13
Very informative!
5/5
Kathleen
2024-02-18
ARTISTS
Geanina Zaharia
I'm a Romanian artist who loves creation, imagination, colors, peace, and beauty in art. I have studied different techniques of arts throughout years such as illustrations, portraits, art compositions, traditional techniques (pencil, ink, painting), digital techniques (2D illustration, graphic design), and also 3d modeling and animation in Autodesk Maya for my art degree. Now I'm trying to find my own path and create something beautiful using all information I learned these years!
My focus is at the moment to graphite pencil portrait drawings and realism, this is what I did in the last two years and still working in this area.

Geanina Zaharia is available for private bookings

PHOTOS
Chicago Art Group
2023-10-09
Chicago Art Group
2025-04-21
Title or Location: The Fellas On The Bench
Have you ever known someone, or a group of people merely because you all meet at the same place occasionally, like a commuter train or bus stop? This is my group, at a bus stop in the Hyde Park neighborhood on the south side of Chicago. I know all these guys (and ladies).
Credit: Douglas Black
Facebook: DouglasBlackFineArt
Instagram: @dukepiercereade14thbt
Coventry Art Group
2025-04-14

Chicago Art Group
2025-03-22
Title or Location: SaturdayArt - magenta and orange flowers
I am learning a new medium. Acrylics. I was told to continue to work through the ugly phase :). I am playing with color combinations and media that I don't typically use. I wanted to create a piece where I got lost in the color while making it. So I chose bold color combinations. I kept the bowl simple. Having fun, learning and playing with color.
Credit: Rebecca J Robbins
Facebook: Tribecca Art
Instagram: tribeccaart
Coventry Art Group
2025-04-14
Chicago Art Group
2025-03-07
Title or Location: Whisper of Spring.
? Whisper of Spring?.My original oil painting. Size 11x14in (28x35.6cm).This painting was born out of a desire to capture the delicate beauty of lilies of the valley?flowers that symbolize purity, tenderness, and spring. I am fascinated by the way light plays on their snow-white petals and how the green leaves contrast against the deep background.For me, this work is not just a still life but a moment of silence and contemplation captured on canvas. It speaks of tranquility, nature, an
Credit: Inna Iliychuk
Facebook: Inna Iliychuk - Kozachynska
Instagram: @iliychukinna

Coventry Art Group
2025-04-14
Chicago Art Group
2025-02-21
Title or Location: Autumn in Wisconsin
I had a trip to Wausaukee back in October and all the beautiful autumn colors inspired me to create this painting.
Credit: Esin Uzman
Instagram: Esinuzman
Tampa Art Group
2025-04-07

Chicago Art Group
2025-01-31
Title or Location: Beauty in bloom
Acrylic painting 20x16. I love flowers. I don?t have green thumb. I don?t have a garden. But in my mind I can grow beautiful flowers through my artwork.
Credit: Winnie
Tampa Art Group
2025-04-07
Chicago Art Group
2025-01-30
Title or Location: The Waves
I?ve already submitted this but I realized my signature was cut off so I?m resending it. Thank you again for recognizing my artwork. Such a huge honor!
Credit: Rowena Dongon D?Agostino

Tampa Art Group
2025-04-07
San Diego Art Group
2025-04-29
Title or Location:
I believe when I sent this painting yesterday regarding your request, I failed to add that it's oils on canvas, 12x16 in my description.
Credit: Vicky Bergamini
Orlando Art Group
2025-03-31

Aberdeen Art Group
2025-04-29
Title or Location: Eric Chapman of the RPO
This is Eric who plays in the first violin section of the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra, I had the pleasure to meet him in my home where he played his violin for us, I asked to photograph him for a portrait and he happily agreed. This oil on canvas is the result.
Credit: Paul (Paddy) Cairns
Facebook: paulcairnsart
Orlando Art Group
2025-03-31
Ashford Art Group
2025-04-29
Title or Location: Owl3
Oil on panel 6x4.I love the work of John Bratby and Turner Vincent with the way they use thick thick paint. So I decided to play with small panels and do a series of owls. I have just been working on a series of corvid paintings in ink and watercolour so looked for a challenge. I now can't stop lol looks like I am going to have to go bigger soon.
Credit: John Hoffman
Instagram: @johndhoffman64

Brisbane Art Group
2025-03-25
Houston Art Group
2025-04-27
Title or Location: Town & Lake
This is an imaginary scene that I thought of while watching a sunset in summertime. I wanted to paint something where yellow, purple, blue, orange and red could blend in a single scene.
Credit: Javier Salazar
Facebook: Javier Salazar
Instagram: @pinturapura090
Brisbane Art Group
2025-03-25

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