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North Shore Art League The NSAL is dedicated to enriching the human spirit through art education, exhibitions and events.

Exclusive Spring Workshop Opportunity at the NSAL!BEYOND: Secrets of Image Structure that will change how you see, how y...
10/16/2026

Exclusive Spring Workshop Opportunity at the NSAL!

BEYOND: Secrets of Image Structure that will change how you see, how you paint, and how people respond to your art.
Instructor: David Michael Slonim

All great art is structured--whether films, novels, poetry, plays, dance, music, or painting. Unstructured paintings go to hotel lobbies to die! Learning image structure will elevate your art beyond describing what you see. I will not teach you to paint like me, but to paint YOUR way, with YOUR voice and vision, only better. This workshop is for all painters, whether representational or abstract; oils, watercolors, collage, and acrylics are welcome. Risk-taking will be celebrated. Timeless principles, illustrated by many master examples of many genres from art history, will ignite your creativity! Come be encouraged and inspired in a fun, upbeat atmosphere and go home equipped to paint your best work yet.

When: Friday, Saturday and Sunday, May 14, 15, & 16, 2027
Time: 9:00am-4:00pm
Cost: $525

For more information and to register, please visit northshoreartleague.org.

Artwork by D. Slonim

Exclusive Workshop at the NSAL this Spring! Internationally acclaimed pastel artist/teacher Susan Kuznitsky Simplifying ...
10/15/2026

Exclusive Workshop at the NSAL this Spring!

Internationally acclaimed pastel artist/teacher Susan Kuznitsky
Simplifying a Complex Subject – 2 Day Workshop!

All that detail can be daunting! But I love it! It comes down to simplifying shapes.
What you will learn:
1. Choosing and cropping your photo reference – composition and size.
2. What to leave in and what to leave out – how much detail is enough.
3. Gridding method to lay out your drawing.
4. Underpainting with large shapes.
5. Working into the large shapes to create the illusion of detail.
6. Refining your painting – lost and found edges

When: Saturday and Sunday, March 13 & 14, 2027
Time: 10:00am – 4:00pm
Cost: $425

For more information and to register, please visit northshoreartleague.org.

Artwork by S. Kuznitsky

CALL FOR ENTRIES! The NSAL is proud to announce the 20th Annual inchworks show will run from November 18 - January 18, 2...
10/14/2026

CALL FOR ENTRIES! The NSAL is proud to announce the 20th Annual inchworks show will run from November 18 - January 18, 2027. Artist applications are due November 3. This popular show is open to all artists (NSAL members and non-members) ages 18 years or older. Images should not exceed 12" x 12" (or any size combination no larger than 144 inches). Art drop-off is 10:00 am - 1:00 pm on Tuesday, November 17. Save the date for the opening reception on Thursday, November 19 from 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm on the 2nd floor at the Community House, Winnetka. Please view the application and artwork requirements at northshoreartleague.org.

Artwork by: Denise Siegel, Steve Ford, Cary Cochrane, and Nurit Pazner

The North Shore Art League was thrilled to celebrate 102 years of art in the community at our Members' Show Opening Rece...
10/14/2026

The North Shore Art League was thrilled to celebrate 102 years of art in the community at our Members' Show Opening Reception last week with NSAL faculty, students, artists, friends, and family! Showcasing over 150 artworks created by our talented League members on display in our 1st & 2nd floor galleries through October 26, 2026. Stop by and check out the artwork or visit northshoreartleague.org to view the online show. We are so grateful to everyone who participated in making this special occasion possible.

Join us for a workshop this weekend or next!Colored Pencil: Fall Pumpkins, Gourds & More with Lyndsay Murphree - 10/17Mo...
10/13/2026

Join us for a workshop this weekend or next!

Colored Pencil: Fall Pumpkins, Gourds & More with Lyndsay Murphree - 10/17
Mono-printing with the Gelli Plate with Janet Trierweiler - 10/18
Abstract Landscape Painting with Oil & Cold Wax with Maria Sundqvist - 10/24
Colorful Autumn - Watercolor Workshop with Fran Vail - 10/25

For more information and to register, please visit northshoreartleague.org.
Artwork by L. Murphree, J. Trierweiler, M. Sundqvist, and F. Vail

The North Shore Art League was thrilled to celebrate 102 years of art in the community at our Members' Show Opening Rece...
10/09/2026

The North Shore Art League was thrilled to celebrate 102 years of art in the community at our Members' Show Opening Reception last night with NSAL faculty, students, artists, friends, and family! We are so grateful to everyone who participated in making this special occasion possible. Special thanks to our sponsors North Shore Bistro who provided delicious bite size appetizers and desserts. And to the Fresh Market for charcuterie, sushi, and more!

A big thank you to everyone who was able to attend and to our talented board, staff, and volunteers for a fabulous night.

The Fresh Market

The North Shore Art League was thrilled to celebrate 102 years of art in the community at our Members' Show Opening Rece...
10/09/2026

The North Shore Art League was thrilled to celebrate 102 years of art in the community at our Members' Show Opening Reception last night with NSAL faculty, students, artists, friends, and family! We are so grateful to everyone who participated in making this special occasion possible. Special thanks to our sponsors North Shore Bistro who provided delicious bite size appetizers and desserts. And to the Fresh Market for charcuterie, sushi, and more!

A big thank you to everyone who was able to attend and to our talented board, staff, and volunteers for a fabulous evening.

The Fresh Market

You're invited! The 102nd Members' Art Show Opening Reception will take place on Thursday, October 8 from 6:30pm - 8:00p...
10/08/2026

You're invited! The 102nd Members' Art Show Opening Reception will take place on Thursday, October 8 from 6:30pm - 8:00pm at 620 Lincoln Ave, Winnetka. This year's celebration will be a casual get together in our main studio - the place where art happens! Be among the first to see the show. Showcasing over 150 artworks created by our talented League members on display in our 1st & 2nd floor galleries through October 26, 2026. Shop the art, donate to the League, sip w**e, enjoy charcuterie, and connect with our local artists as we celebrate our NSAL community. Come as you are...contribute what you wish! No tickets required for this event. Visit northshoreartleague.org for more information.

Artwork by Sarah Condry, Aisling Kerns, Robyn McMurray Hurtig, Shelly Ammann

You're invited! The 102nd Members' Art Show Opening Reception will take place on Thursday, October 8 from 6:30pm - 8:00p...
10/07/2026

You're invited! The 102nd Members' Art Show Opening Reception will take place on Thursday, October 8 from 6:30pm - 8:00pm at 620 Lincoln Ave, Winnetka. This year's celebration will be a casual get together in our main studio - the place where art happens! Be among the first to see the show. Showcasing over 150 artworks created by our talented League members on display in our 1st & 2nd floor galleries through October 26, 2026. Shop the art, donate to the League, sip w**e, enjoy charcuterie, and connect with our local artists as we celebrate our NSAL community. Come as you are...contribute what you wish! No tickets required for this event. Visit northshoreartleague.org for more information.

Artwork by Jane Frey

Place a bid on a "Clay and Cabernet Party" at the 102nd Members' Art Show Opening Reception in our main studio at 620 Li...
10/06/2026

Place a bid on a "Clay and Cabernet Party" at the 102nd Members' Art Show Opening Reception in our main studio at 620 Lincoln Ave this Thursday, October 8 from 6:30pm - 8:00pm. Win an unforgettable night for you and six friends in our ceramic studio, and enjoy w**e and charcuterie. Pick a date/time that works for your calendar and learn all about ceramics from NSAL faculty member Calin Day.

Join us on Thursday, 10/8 as we invite you to shop the art, donate to the League, sip w**e, enjoy charcuterie, and connect with our local artists as we celebrate our NSAL community. Come as you are...contribute what you wish! No tickets required for this event. Visit northshoreartleague.org for more information

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Winnetka, IL
60093

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Tuesday 9am - 4pm
Wednesday 9am - 4pm
Thursday 9am - 4pm
Friday 9am - 4pm

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