New and returning artists are learning more about the basic of photography, and the keys to capturing memorable images on film. This is always an exciting time as the creative instincts among the artists emerge in the classroom conversations. Thank you to the Photo Team of professional, volunteer photographers who continue their selfless dedication to this program!
The 2023 After Supper Visions Photo Exhibition was a huge success, thanks to all of the attendees and sponsors who came together that evening in support of all of this year’s artists. Many people commented that it was “great to be together again” in person, and that the photos unveiled that evening showed extraordinary talent again this year. Click HERE to see highlights from the Photos Exhibition. Also see the entire 2023 Gallery of photos HERE. Please consider purchasing prints for your home or office. The artists benefit directly from every purchase. If you have any questions, please contact Noreen Russo, ASV Program Manager at nrusso@catholiccharities.net. Thank you again for your support of the ASV artists!
Please join us for the 2023 After Supper Visions (ASV) Photo Exhibition
Friday. September 22, 2023 from 5-7pm
Vincent Hall, 721 North LaSalle Street in Chicago
The photo above was taken by Sheri H., an artist in the ASV program. Meet Sheri and all of the other artists and see the extraordinary photos they have taken over the past year. For more information, email info@catholiccharities.net. We hope to see you at this very special Gallery Opening experience!
Special thanks to Bay Photo for supporting ASV and its artists.
After Supper Visions cordially invites you to the 2023 ASV Photo Exhibition on Friday, September 22 from 5-7pm in Vincent Hall at 721 North LaSalle Street in Chicago. Be among the first to see the extraordinary photographic works of art captured on film over the past year by the artists in the ASV program. Meet the artists and join in the excitement of this very special art gallery experience. We are delighted to be back in-person for this annual event! For more information, call (312) 655-7425.
Excitement was in the air this week as After Supper Visions (ASV) photography classes resumed, starting a new season of enjoyment and discovery for the artists who have signed up to participate this year. New and returning artists will soon … Continue reading
It started with a donation of cameras. In 2002, Fr. Wayne Watts, Associate Administrator of Catholic Charities and Ellen Gorney, a Catholic Charities executive at the time came up with the idea to share this generous donation with the guests of Charities Charities Tuesday Night Suppers. Soon Jody O’Connor, Noreen Russo and Maureen Kelly joined the group, creating the original Photo Team, and they got to work, trying to make After Supper Visions the most positive photography experience possible for the artists who chose to participate in the program.
Twenty years later, the goal of After Supper Visions is still the same. New and returning artists challenge themselves to new heights of imagination and creativity each year. Their talent, resiliency and support for one another continue to inspire us all! Due to the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic, we are unable to hold our in-person Photo Exhibition this year. However, we invite you to watch this space for further developments as After Supper Visions continues to offer our guests the opportunity to see beautiful, interesting things in life from the lens of a camera, and grow in their skills as photographers.
We offer heartfelt gratitude to the many other volunteers, individual benefactors and corporate donors who continue to support ASV and its artists. Happy 20th Anniversary to all!
Happy New Year!
After Supper Visions Photo Team members continue to work with the artists in this program to the extent that we are able to safely do so. The artists are taking impressive photos and when we are able to meet in person, we are working with them on editing to bring out the best in each of their photos.
We are hoping to have our 20th Anniversary Photo Exhibition on Friday and Saturday, June 10-11, 2022 IN PERSON at 721 N. LaSalle Street. However, we will need to continue to follow all city and state COVID-19 guidelines as the date nears. Stay tuned for the latest news on this very special event.
You can support ASV artists all year long on this website, by purchasing prints and gifts and making a donation. Thank you for your ongoing support of the artists and the art of photography!
After Supper Visions: Twenty Years Developing Film, Talent & Hope
Since its premiere on June 4, the After Supper Visions’ 2021 video has been receiving wonderful feedback. Below are some of the comments we have been receiving. THANK YOU to everyone who has donated so that After Super Visions can continue to reach as many artists as possible!
“I really liked the mix of communication from staff and from the guests. It was great that the guests had equal time to speak. The appreciation of the guests and the benefits of the program to them really came through. And the video quality was just terrific!”
“What an inspiring show. After Supper Visions is incredible. This program keeps getting better and better, reaching more people every year.”
“It’s touching to see how much this program means in the lives of the photographers who participate in it.”
“I like donating to programs that I know are making a positive difference in people’s lives. This is one of them.”
THANK YOU to all who are donating to ASV and its artists through the green DONATE button on the HOME page of this website. For those who would like to pay by check, please make the check payable to After Supper Visions and mail your check to:
After Supper Visions, c/o Noreen Russo
Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Chicago
721 N. LaSalle Street
Chicago, IL 60654
Questions? Contact Noreen at nrusso@catholiccharities.net; 312-655-7932.
After Supper Visions: Nineteen Years Developing Film, Talent & Hope
Catholic Charities cordially invites you to a celebration of After Supper Visions and its artists. JOIN FR. WAYNE WATTS at 5:00PM TODAY for a special, 30-minute, virtual program featuring beautiful photos, and powerful interviews with the artists who will share their perspectives on photography, and on life. Click here to join the show: https://youtu.be/g5bljRJMEs8.
After Supper Visions