Episode 886: Scott Speh on 20 Years of Western Exhibitions & Chicago Art Scene Reflections
In this milestone episode of Bad at Sports, we welcome back Scott Speh, the founder and director of Western Exhibitions, to celebrate 20 years of the gallery’s existence and its significant role in shaping the Chicago art scene. It’s been 19 years since Scott’s last appearance on the show, and in this conversation, we dive deep into the journey of Western Exhibitions, its impact on the city’s art landscape, and the evolving nature of the gallery’s programming..
TOP V. WEEKEND PICKS (12/12-12/18)
1. Eileen Feng + Chaeheun Park: […] in a Fallen City December 13, 7-9PM Hardboiled: DM For Address 2. Sarah Belknap and Joseph Belknap: Strange Magic December 7, 7-11PM Heaven Gallery: 1550 N Milwaukee Ave, 3. Seeds Healing Stage IV December 13, 7-10PM...
Episode 885: Betsy Odom
In this episode of Bad at Sports, we sit down with Chicago-based artist and sculptor Betsy Odom, whose work uniquely blends high craftsmanship with intentional moments when the craft fails. Odom’s sculptures often serve as playful critiques of mass cultural phenomena, gendered objects, and sporting culture, creating pieces that are both visually stunning and conceptually layered.
Episode 884: Pete and Jake Fagundo
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In this episode, we explore Ours Is The Hand That Sews Time, a two-person exhibition at M. LeBlanc featuring new work by father and son, Peter and Jake Fagundo. Both artists challenge the notion of painting as a finished product, instead embracing it as a continuous, evolving process.
Episode 883: Meghann Sottile and MAD
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In this episode, the Bad at Sports crew heads to the Center for MAD Culture to dive into the powerful intersection of art and mental health. They sit down with the Center’s current featured artist, Meghann Sottile, and Director Matt Bodett to explore what it means to embrace “MAD culture” and the crucial role that madness plays in shaping our broader cultural landscape.
Episode 882: Eric Von Haynes
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Eric Von Haynes is a Chicago-based artist, printmaker, and community organizer. He founded Flatlands Press, a print studio that creates art objects and printed ephemera for artists worldwide, with a focus on community engagement. His work blends traditional and contemporary printmaking techniques, creating unique monoprints that invite viewers to reflect on time and memory. Haynes’ work is characterized by his use of slow media, non-repeating patterns, and an emphasis on process-driven art.
Episode: 881 Sean Nash
This week on Bad at Sports Duncan MacKenzie and Amy Kligman check in with Sean Nash! Thanks to the glory of the Charlotte Street Foundation.
Sean Nash is a visual artist whose work often intersects with fermentation, social practice, and ecological themes. His projects integrate fermented foods into sculptures and exhibitions, exploring the cultural and biological aspects of fermentation. Nash has exhibited at various venues including the Kniznick Gallery at Brandeis, Plug Projects in Kansas City, and Black Ball Projects in Brooklyn.
TOP V. WEEKEND PICKS (12/5-12/11)
1. Andi Crist: Office Hours December 7, 1-4PM Tiger Strikes Asteroid Chicago: 2233 S Throop St, 4th Floor 2. Ishbel Rodriguez & Robert Rusch: Probable Monuments December 6, 6PM free range gallery: 3257 W Lawrence Ave 3. John Neff: White Hydrogen...
Sub-Rural #44, Robert Longo in Milwaukee
Applying a dialectic of scale and form to images from familiar, often sensational, mass media outlets, "Robert Longo, The Acceleration of History’ at the Milwaukee Art Museum deflects content to a complicated field of visual studies jurisdictions. The artist confronts...
TOP V. WEEKEND PICKS (11/20-11/27)
1. Mark Alcazar Diaz: Umwelt Site Launch with with Ayako Kato November 23, 1:30-4:30PM HAIBAYÔ: 1132 W Argyle St 2. MJ Lounsberry: Proven Lollygaggers November 23, 6-10PM Ro Art Services: 3808 S Ashland Ave 3. SUN RA November 22-December 1, 3-9PM...
TOP V. WEEKEND PICKS (11/14-11/20)
1. Eva Jospin: Vanishing Points November 15, 2024-January 25, 2025 MARIANE IBRAHIM: 437 N Paulina St 2. Phedra Cilene: Beyond The Surface November 14, 5-8PM The Silver Room: 1506 E 53rd St 3. Celeste Rapone: Big Chess November 16-December 21, 2024...
TOP V. WEEKEND PICKS (11/7-11/13)
1. Charisse Pearlina Weston: again that certain dark who risks being the forever nocturnal source of light itself November 9, 5-7:70PM PATRON: 1612 W Chicago Ave 2. Nöle Giulini: Wholly November 8, 5-8PM Hans Goodrich: 1747 S Halsted St 3. Torkwase...
Sub-Rural #43, Katie Geha at Tandem
Tandem Press at the University of Wisconsin, Madison is one of the premier art presses in a nation full of outstanding art presses, with or without academic affiliations. Founded in 1987 by the indefatigable faculty printmaker William Weege, it grew to prominence...
TOP V. WEEKEND PICKS (10/31-11/6)
1. Fengzee Yang: SOUNDER WIND November 1, 5-8PM ARC Gallery: 1463 W Chicago Ave, Chicago, IL 60642 2. CON(TRA) EL ARCHIVO November 1, 6-9PM Filter Photo: 1821 W Hubbard St, Ste 207 Work by: Arlene Mejorado, Irene Antonia Diane Reece, and William Camargo....
TOP V. WEEKEND PICKS (10/24-10/30)
1. Javier Jasso: Back of the Yards Conservatory October 26, 6-9PM boundary: 2334 W 111th Pl 2. Audrey Montoya: Nervous Laughter October 26, 4-6PM Lunk + Hancy: 990 Green Bay Rd, Winnetka, IL 3. Karolina Grzywnowicz: GREEN BELT October 26, 7PM Watershed...
TOP V. WEEKEND PICKS (10/17-10/23)
1. C. C. Ann Chen: UNGROUND October 20, 2-5PM Chinese American Museum of Chicago: 238 W 23rd St, 4th fl Curated by Larry Lee 2. Riley Duncan: futures October 20, 4-6PM S-H Projects: 905 W Eastman St 3. André Marin + Matt Morris: Pink Days and Terroir...