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Robin B Gallery Serves Emerging Artists on Armitage
Business owners on the North Side tell Patch how their businesses came about and what makes them unique in town.
Business: Robin B Gallery, 1123 W. Armitage in Lincoln Park
Owner: Robin Bartelman
Founded: October 2013
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Learn more on the Robin B Gallery website, and like the gallery on Facebook. The gallery is also having a Celebrate Chicago exhibit through Nov. 3.
How did the business come to be?
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Robin B Gallery was formed to serve as a platform for established and emerging artists.
While many galleries support established artists, there are few venues for emerging artists to showcase their work without having to finance their careers through art fairs or finding a space which they can highlight their work, such as a restaurant or office space. Robin B Gallery hopes to provide such a forum for local, regional and national artists to be able to exhibit.
Why did you choose the area?
Lincoln Park has a diverse community comprised of multiple generations, new to established households, various ethnicities and religious backgrounds. And since art is as diverse as the people who enjoy it, it was important to find that perfect blend within the community.
What does your business offer?
Robin B Gallery is a Fine Art and Artisan Boutique offering a range of art and products: Painting, Illustration, Printmaking, Photography, Mixed Media, Ceramics, Glass, Sculpture, Woodturning, Textiles, Jewelry, Paper, Candles and Natural Botanicals starting at $4 up to $5,000.
Our artists will also create custom work just for you! Just let us know what you'd like and we'll make it happen! Robin B Gallery offers art consulting as well. So if you're new to collecting, we're happy to assist you with selecting the perfect piece that fits your budget and style!
What's your most popular product or service?
Our most popular product is affordable art!
What's something interesting about your business your customers might not know?Robin B Gallery is a year-round Art Fair! The mission of Robin B Gallery is to give both emerging artists a forum to showcase their talent and established artists an opportunity to exhibit - all while providing the public with original works of art at reasonable prices.
A Fine Art and Artisan Boutique, Robin B Gallery has purposefully selected artists representing all regions of the United States because their art is beautiful, affordable and functional.
The best part about the art at Robin B Gallery is it is not only creative, but flexible. Our artists will create that special one-of-a-kind piece especially for you. So if you don't see that perfect piece - just let us know and we'll create it just for you!
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