Side Street Studio Arts

The Weave is part of Explorations of Equity in the Arts in Elgin, a Side Street Studio Arts initiative supported by Healing Illinois. This program is designed to empower and uplift artists of color through curated exhibitions, artist-driven merchandise, and community workshops.

Join us for an afternoon of sharing, creativity, and connection on June 14th!
This event is designed to foster a collaborative space where we can share our art and resources. Interested in participating? Scan the QR code below to apply, or email luiza@sidestreetstudioarts.org
#artmarket #apply

As part of our Anniversary Celebration, we're giving away discounts in MADE! Join us today during our art opening at 6pm, or swing by this weekend.
Some exceptions will apply.

#shophandmade #shopsmall #shoplocal #uniquegifts #handmadegifts #buyelginart #anniversarysale #artsale #storesale

We are seeking new and current artists of color!

This initiative is dedicated to uplifting and supporting artists, increasing accessibility, and expanding opportunities within our creative community.

#artistsofcolor #emergingartists #callforart #artisimportant #equityinthearts

Thank you Elgin! 🙌
Last night we launched our 10TH season of live painting and it was awesome!!
Congrats to 1st place Maria and 2nd place Bay on moving forward to our Art Clash City Final in June! 🪩

If you want to participate in Art Clash check the link in our bio👆

#artclash
#supportlocalart

Jewelry Making Stained Glass Workshop - REGISTRATION REGISTER TODAY for one of our weekend Jewelry Making Stained Glass Workshops! In this hands-on workshop led by artist-educator Abby Franke, you’ll learn the copper foil technique — cutting, grinding, ...

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In this workshop, you’ll learn to create unique wearable stained glass pieces! Participants can pick from a range of colorful glass to create 4 stained glass charms. The charms can be assembled on earring hooks, necklace chains, or a combo of the two!

#artseducation #artworkshop #makeart

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Check out our awesome events coming up at Side Street!

Art Clash 2025
Anna Lentz Solo Art Show
MADE is OPEN!
Winter Arts Ed
Saturday Drop-Ins
Co-Produce With Side Street
CALLS FOR ART
Our new Monthly Mashup!
AND...Elgin Fringe Fest apps are OPEN!
Click our link and see what's good at Side Street!

WE AT IT AGAIN!!! 🙌

Art Clash is back for 2025!! And this year we've added a new wrinkle to the competition:
MONTHLY THEMES!

2025 DATES & THEMES
2/22 - Identity
3/22 - The Sh*t Show
4/26 - Rebirth
5/24 - Wild
6:28 - City Final, theme TBD
Register today to be an ART CLASH LEGEND!!!
#supportlocalart

Need help finding a Valentines Gift? Shop small, support artists and find the perfect, handmade gift for your special someone.

Shop in person this weekend or online anytime
Link in Bio

#shophandmade #shopsmall #shoplocal
#uniquegifts #handmadegifts #buyelginart #supportlocalart #artisimportant

We are starting up, Elgin! 😱

MADE reopens this Saturday, Jan. 25th along with the @annalentz_art visual art opening AND the @elginfringe Winter Mini-Fringe & Potluck!

Join us from 2-8pm at home, 15 Ziegler Ct., for the fun and festivities 🥳

#supportlocalart
#EFFit

✨ We are officially out of our Spring Street spaces! ✨

Saying goodbye is bittersweet, but we’re excited to embrace new opportunities and growth as we move forward.

A huge thank you to the 31 amazing community volunteers who helped make this happen—we couldn’t have done it without you! 🖤✨

SUBMIT.
Our exhibitions welcome artists of all levels, offering an inspiring platform through equitable calls and collaborations. We celebrate diverse perspectives, amplify voices, and foster a vibrant exchange of stories. Learn more and apply: www.sidestreetstudioarts.org/callsforart

WINTER CLASSES | Side Street Side Street Studio Arts fosters arts education opportunities in a variety of mediums led by professional artist-educators. Our accessible FALL/WINTER CLASSES uplift creative voices through innovative programming and provide a safe space for students of all ages and experience levels to work and play.

www.sidestreetstudioarts.org/winter-classes

Our free and low-cost programs uplift creative voices through accessible and innovative programming and provide a safe space for students of all ages and experience levels to work and play. Check out our new classes for 2025!

Register at the link in our bio👆

#supportlocalart
#happynewyear