Opening Sept 20th from 12-3:30 pm!
19.09.2025 12:54 โ ๐ 2 ๐ 1 ๐ฌ 0 ๐ 0@renee-robbins.bsky.social
Chicago Artist exploring interconnections between the subatomic and telescopic.
Opening Sept 20th from 12-3:30 pm!
19.09.2025 12:54 โ ๐ 2 ๐ 1 ๐ฌ 0 ๐ 0Excited to share that my next solo show EXPEDITION SPECTRUM at Riverside Arts Center. Opens on Sunday, Sept. 14th, 3 - 6 pm.
All new works on paper! Each piece focus on a single color and as a series they construct a rainbow spectrum.
To the Light, 16 x20 in, acrylic and aerosol on paper.
Toadstool Loop, 8 x 10 in
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I will be at Epiphany from 6-8 pm on Thursday Aug, 21st..
I was inspired by the patterns and colors on toadstool mushrooms. The line patterns in green are a recurring motif in my work. The line patterns in green are a recurring motif in my work.
a diver swims with a pod of whales
As always, we're marveling at the finalists for the Ocean Photographer of the Year contest. This year's competition captures moments of beauty, fragility, and urgency within aquatic ecosystems around the globe.
www.thisiscolossal.com/2025/08/ocea...
Any Dune fans out there? The title โCellular Awarenessโ came from the Dune series. I listened to the entire series on audiobook while working on these.
I will be at epiphany from 6-8 on Thursday Aug, 21st. Swing by and see the show! 201 S Ashland, Chicago.
Solo Exhibit โWunderkammerโ
Epiphany Center for the Arts
Aug. 1 โ Sept. 13, 2025โจOpening
Friday Aug. 1 6-9 pm
Drawing inspiration from both the subatomic and the astronomical, Robbins invites viewers on a journey into a universe of discovery.
One of my paintings was among the 26 selected for the new Permanent Collection at the College of Lake County in Waukegan, Illinois.
1. โHanging on a Starโ, 20โ x 20โ, acrylic on canvas, Biota series.
2. Delivery of the painting to Grayslake campus in fall of 2024.
3. new CLC building.
Waves & Stars: Hope is a Discipline
16โx20โ
Acrylic on paper
2025
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Iโm getting ready to announce my show schedule and opportunities to see my work in person for 2025. There are several shows in the works that Iโm very excited to share. DM your email to get on the list with 1-4 emails annually.
New painting release! โจ๐ฑ
Beetlejuice Sprout
๐ฑ 10โx8โ๐ช๐ชฒ
Acrylic on canvas
Spring shapes with some pizzazz from Beetlejuice, one of my favorite movies. Feeling the energy and observing all the buds, sprouts, and shapes of spring.
Thanks for sharing!
23.04.2025 19:21 โ ๐ 0 ๐ 0 ๐ฌ 0 ๐ 0โSecret Orbitsโ, new from the FERN DWELLERS series. Iโm working on three series at the same time. Keeping very busy with my work. The FERN DWELLERS series is on canvas and the CULTIVATING WONDER and CLOUDFOREST series are on paper.
20 in x 20 in
Acrylic on canvas
2024
The Rite of Spring
9โx12โ
Acrylic on paper
Thinking about spring and all the growth thatโs coming up from the earth. Nature is constantly transforming all around us.
I love getting to see photographs of where my paintings live.
This was a custom piece I created. Did you know I can create custom pieces? DM for more info. Iโd love to collaborate with you. What can you dream up? What can I make for you?
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06.03.2025 14:50 โ ๐ 0 ๐ 0 ๐ฌ 0 ๐ 0First piece to share from in a new series CULTIVATING WONDER. The series is all about using shape to cultivate our sense of wonder and awe.
โBreathing Holesโ
16โx20โ
Spray paint and gouache on paper
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27.02.2025 19:40 โ ๐ 1 ๐ 0 ๐ฌ 0 ๐ 0Looking to add small wonder and joy to your living space? Check out this Suite of 7 drawings now available.
27.02.2025 18:44 โ ๐ 6 ๐ 1 ๐ฌ 2 ๐ 0Entering Pisces season! Did you know I am a Pisces?
My art often evokes the ocean and aquatic creatures. My work also incorporates stars โญ๏ธ and constellations both real and imagined. Whatโs your zodiac sign?
#pisces #ocean #water #contemporayart #natureart
Winter hike and the frozen river.
16.02.2025 01:52 โ ๐ 2 ๐ 0 ๐ฌ 0 ๐ 0This piece is part of the SMALL WONDERS collection just added to my webshop!
Sun Salutation A
6โx6โ
Acrylic on panel
Ready to add small wonder to your home? I was thinking about Yoga poses and sunshine in our bodies, on the land, and in the ocean with this kelp-inspired piece.
Wow!
07.02.2025 01:26 โ ๐ 1 ๐ 0 ๐ฌ 0 ๐ 0This looks like an incredible #SciArt #Neuroscience opportunity. I sadly canโt apply this year as it requires travel I canโt do right now but I must know someone who could !
06.02.2025 14:42 โ ๐ 12 ๐ 3 ๐ฌ 0 ๐ 0I love this! All things I was thinking about and trying to weave into the layers of meaning in my work.
06.02.2025 20:48 โ ๐ 0 ๐ 0 ๐ฌ 3 ๐ 0Oh I love that so much ! โค๏ธโค๏ธโจโจ๐๐
06.02.2025 20:47 โ ๐ 1 ๐ 0 ๐ฌ 0 ๐ 0Thank you so much! ๐
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06.02.2025 20:46 โ ๐ 1 ๐ 0 ๐ฌ 0 ๐ 0โRock Starโ from the FERN DWELLERS series. 14โx16โ, acrylic on canvas, 2022.
Inspired in part by the ripples in geothermal pools. What else does it make you think of?