WHAT WE DO
We connect Evanston arts to the public.
WHO WE ARE
We are the home for discovering Evanston art events
Member's Portfolio Page
Every member artist gets a free portfolio page on the website. They can load up to 15 images. They can load their resume, bio, artist statement and any contact links they would want the public to have.
Evanston Made Community Calendar
The Evanston Community Calendar is available to the public. ANYONE can enter an Evanston based event. Any and all events including art, dance, book signings, poetry readings, trunk shows, writing, theatre, music.
Professional Development
Our Professional Development Workshop series offer expert advice on different aspects of the working artist's life. Past workshops include "Instagram for Artist who don't Love Instagram" and "Photographing Your Work".
The Art Shop
In the past year Evanston Made has built an extraordinary online shop for our members to sell their wares! We have hundreds of gifts ideas, such as jewelry, calendars, notecards and puzzles, as well as original pieces of art in all shapes, sizes and prices!
Make The Art Shop your holiday gift giving destination!
First Saturdays Evanston Listings
We are proud to have created The First Saturday Evanston initiative. Every month art galleries, organizations and individual artists know to plan their events for the first Saturday of the month to be part of our calendar and robust promotional effort.
Check our calendar for updates and keep up with our Instagram and Facebook pages.
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Maker's Market
The 2nd Annual Maker's Market was a huge success! 75 vendors transformed the 5th floor of Evanston's Maple Street Garage into an art fair! 500 customers came through at staggered entrance times creating a calm socially distanced shopping experience throughout the afternoon.
We are so grateful to all the artisans and customers for braving the cold and supporting the arts in Evanston with enthusiasm and joy!
The Interview Project
Lisa D interviews every artist participating in the June 2020 Group Show and Pop Up (thats 95 artists!). Once you know the artist's story you'll love their art even more.
Equity & Inclusion
We believe that Evanston Made should meet and exceed The 15 Percent Pledge to have 15% of our members be Black, Brown, Indigenous People of Color. We have work to do.
Full Statement here.
Members Events
*No in-person members events are currently scheduled.
These are monthly social & networking events. We select a different art venue for each meeting, often an artist studio or arts business.
The Evanston Made Blog
Our blogs feature in-depth interviews with member artists, recaps of Evanston Made event, news from the Evanston arts community and more.
Curatorial Services
We are often asked to provide artists for public and alternative spaces. Check us out at both Backlot Coffee locations, the Council Chambers and the Mayor's Office in City Hall and more!
Membership Gift Cards
It's easy to become a members of Evanston Made and join in the fun! We have memberships for individuals, partner businesses and art loving patrons. Sign up today!
OUR NEWEST MEMBERS
Go to Artists page to check them out!
FEATURED EVENTS
March 2021
Tomás and the Library Lady, an Imagine U Production
Available On Demand After Livestream MARCH 12-28 Directed by Ismael Lara, Jr. Tomás and The Library Lady tells the true story of a nine-year-old Tomás Rivera, the son of Mexican migrant workers who move from Texas to Iowa to work in corn fields in the…
Find out more »Tomás and the Library Lady, an Imagine U Production
Available On Demand After Livestream MARCH 12-28 Directed by Ismael Lara, Jr. Tomás and The Library Lady tells the true story of a nine-year-old Tomás Rivera, the son of Mexican migrant workers who move from Texas to Iowa to work in corn fields in the…
Find out more »Tomás and the Library Lady, an Imagine U Production
Available On Demand After Livestream MARCH 12-28 Directed by Ismael Lara, Jr. Tomás and The Library Lady tells the true story of a nine-year-old Tomás Rivera, the son of Mexican migrant workers who move from Texas to Iowa to work in corn fields in the…
Find out more »April 2021
Home Calls: The Songs of Salzman and Cunningham
Available On Demand MARCH 5-7 The Northwestern Musical Theatre Certificate Program of 2021 will present a new video album of Home Calls: The Songs of Salzman and Cunningham. Featuring songs from the catalogue of the award-winning songwriting team, Salzman and Cunningham, this song cycle (predominantly…
Find out more »Home Calls: The Songs of Salzman and Cunningham
Available On Demand MARCH 5-7 The Northwestern Musical Theatre Certificate Program of 2021 will present a new video album of Home Calls: The Songs of Salzman and Cunningham. Featuring songs from the catalogue of the award-winning songwriting team, Salzman and Cunningham, this song cycle (predominantly…
Find out more »Home Calls: The Songs of Salzman and Cunningham
Available On Demand MARCH 5-7 The Northwestern Musical Theatre Certificate Program of 2021 will present a new video album of Home Calls: The Songs of Salzman and Cunningham. Featuring songs from the catalogue of the award-winning songwriting team, Salzman and Cunningham, this song cycle (predominantly…
Find out more »
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