Emmy Star Brown

Apple Store

2012-02-02T15:33:00.000-08:00

I was invited to speak at the Lincoln Park Apple Store this past week! It was a great opportunity for me to present a slideshow of my projects, commissions and shows. I also spoke about how I developed my style, approach shows and what the future brings.

Feather Loft Studio Opening

2011-12-10T11:04:00.000-08:00

Opened my studio today! My building opened its doors for a Holiday Open-House all day, allowing the opportunity to check out 15+ artist studios in my building! Lots of wonderful people and unconventional art.

Painted Violin

2011-12-10T11:03:00.000-08:00

This hand-painted violin will be auctioned at the Hyde Park Suzuki Institute benefit concert this weekend!

One of a Kind Show + Sale!

2011-12-01T10:55:00.000-08:00

My biggest show of the year! Dec 1-4 at the Merchandise Mart, Chicago. For more information, http://oneofakindshowchicago.com/

Urban Bazaar, Wicker Park

2011-11-19T10:58:00.000-08:00

Exhibiting my new flower pots + mini window paintings at the Urban Bazaar in Wicker Park today, 1-7pm! Pick up some great holiday gifts - 40+ artists here! Right at Milwaukee & Damen.

Art at Cafe Floriole

2011-10-15T10:46:00.000-07:00

Just finished installing at Cafe Floriole in Lincoln Park. This beautiful cafe and bakery created the perfect ambiance for my window paintings. Showing Oct 15 - Nov 30, 2011.

Custom Glass Painting

2011-10-10T10:45:00.000-07:00

I was recently commissioned to create this piece as the center focal point of a Lincoln Park living room. This giant window piece measures 60 x 40 in.

Custom Painted Logo

2011-07-07T17:56:00.000-07:00

I was recently commissioned to paint the logo of Ladybird Clothing + Accessories on a salvaged glass window. It hangs as signage at the front desk.

Custom Painted Bike Frame

2011-05-31T18:57:00.000-07:00

This is a custom painted bike frame that I was commissioned to design for a Chicago cyclist. All design is painted freehand.

Group Show at New Wave Coffee, Logan Square

2011-05-25T12:03:00.000-07:00

New group show installed at New Wave Coffee, Logan Square. Also includes photography by David Obermeyer, Kathleen Tieri Ton & Kaitlyn Hope Polles. Work is on display until July 11, 2011. 2557 North Milwaukee Avenue, Chicago.

Opening at Bleeding Heart Bakery

2011-05-09T19:47:00.000-07:00

My opening features a new series of black and white window paintings. The date is Thursday, May 19th from 5-7pm. 1955 W Belmont Avenue, Chicago.

Custom Laptop Design

2011-04-27T13:25:00.000-07:00

This is a freehand heart design that I was commissioned to paint on a Dell laptop.

Art at D/Vision Optical

2011-04-12T14:43:00.000-07:00

Just installed new art at D/Vision Optical! Exhibition: April 11 - July 11.
1756 W Division, Wicker Park.

Event at Hub 51

2011-04-11T08:35:00.000-07:00

Last week, I participated in an art fundraising event at Hub 51, alongside a handful of other Chicago artists. All proceeds went to benefit 'High Jump,' a program dedicated toward providing academic & financial assistance for Chicago middle school students.

Tattoo Design

2011-04-06T13:40:00.000-07:00

This is a tattoo that I designed for my good friend & jewelry lady, Stevie Koerner. It started as an ink drawing, which was then translated into a stencil and tattooed by Chicago tattoo artist, Dawn Grace.

'Vine' Custom Painting

2011-04-03T22:13:00.000-07:00

This is a custom diptych painting that I created on plexiglass in a new wood frame.

Acrylic on Plexi / 15" x 20" each

Custom Glass Painting

2011-04-03T21:34:00.000-07:00

I was recently commissioned to create this glass painting for a home in Arlington Heights. I built the custom-sized frame as well.

Acrylic on Glass / 40" x 20"

Opening at Paper Boy

2011-03-25T09:29:00.000-07:00

This Friday, April 1 is my opening at Paper Boy! 1351 W Belmont, 5-8pm.

Custom Glass Kitchen Cabinets

2011-03-23T14:53:00.000-07:00

This is a custom painting on glass kitchen cabinets I was commissioned to create for a residential condo in Ukrainian Village, Chicago. It really challenged me to work in a different way than my other glass paintings, as the lighting, shadows & the geometry of the space all became factors in the design process.

Acrylic on Glass / 30" x 30"

Wall Mural

2011-03-20T09:04:00.000-07:00

This is a wall mural I created at the Flat Iron Arts Building, Wicker Park. It was included in a themed mural show titled, 'Now you see it, Now you don't.'

Acrylic and House Paint / 16' x 4'