The Story of Ka' Makana O' Ka
Oct
27
to Dec 7

The Story of Ka' Makana O' Ka

Growing up, Chicago-based artist Trotter Alexander turned to drawing and doodling as the only form of his catharsis: Art gave him the power to create a world outside of the one he was living in. As he further honed his craft, his habit of drawing soon turned into his passion, and he began directing his artistic visions to the world. Trotter felt as if his voice wasn’t heard as a child, so he wanted to create a new voice through art because that was how he now expressed himself.

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Blue Line Arts - 30 x 30 Group Show
Jul
23
to Sep 17

Blue Line Arts - 30 x 30 Group Show

Complexion is a collection of different African American youth who’ve volunteered to be painted and displayed at the gallery. With each painting, the color/doodle/composition all resembles each models’ personalities and interest.

The word ‘complexion’ was chosen for this collection to help emphasize the differential in skin color. We as a people come in many different shapes and sizes; Taking each of the models individuality and re-contextualizing them in different motifs and aesthetics
was an attempt to specify the differences. And hopefully, highlights the beauty of the differences.

Click here to see collection

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Aug
7
to Sep 6

Where This Flower Blooms

  • Happy Gallery Chicago (map)
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Get the chance to witness Trotter’s full creative atmosphere manifested with the help of Happy Gallery Chicago. See the decor of numerous flowers in the venue, and beautiful mural work hand-painted by the artist.

“Where This Flower Blooms” speaks on the introspection of Trotter’s journey; You travel and see new things, different people, and the weight of their essence behind them. When you see these people they have their own story just by the look they give off. And each one of these pieces shows Trotter’s interpretation of those people. Their creativity, their persona, and the aura that they spew out. Each of these pieces represents the journey that Trotter goes through that further helps him blossom as a person.










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Feb
27
3:00 PM15:00

Trotter Solo Exhibition

  • Off The Ground Dance Studio (map)
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Upcoming Chicago-native; Trotter Alexander runs his first contemporary solo art show, displaying various different pieces in his discography. His work consists of different explosive and eccentric motifs that are bound to catch the eyes of many. Experience Trotter’s work up close and personal, jam to Jay-Ziah’s music, get the chance to talk with the artist and so much more.


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