ASV Artists And Their Photos To Be Featured On The Hit TV Show, Windy City LIVE!

It was an exciting day today at Catholic Charities, as award-winning Chicago journalist Rick Kogan came to do research for a story about ASV for the immensely popular daytime talk show, Windy City LIVE! This special segment will be aired on Tuesday, September 10th, between 11AM and NOON on ABC-7 Chicago.

Windy City LIVE! is a weekday variety show, blending talk, entertainment, information and fun. Hosts Val Warner and Ryan Chiaverini showcase “anything and everything Chicago” and, thanks to their generosity in choosing to feature ASV, the vast Windy City LIVE! viewing audience will have the opportunity to see an array of beautiful ASV photos, while hearing what the program means in the lives of the artists.

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Amie D. (center) discusses photography with Rick Kogan (left) and his colleagues while being interviewed today.  

As she spoke with Rick Kogan, longtime ASV artist Amie D. emphasized that though people who support ASV may become interested in the program because they have a shared interest in art, they are helping the artists in more ways than they probably know. Amie says, “When you buy a print it isn’t just a piece of artwork. You may be helping a person pay a bill, get some food, or pay their rent….”

Monsignor and Camera

Monsignor Michael M. Boland, Administrator, President and CEO of Catholic Charities, describes how ASV fits in well with Catholic Charities’ mission of assisting those in need, while helping them strive for self-sufficiency.

Rev. Wayne Watts, Associate Administrator for Catholic Charities, helped create ASV in 2002, and was especially impressed with the empathy Rick Kogan showed to the artists. He says, “Rick’s compassion for and interest in our guests inspires. Catholic Charities needs more people like Rick to help us tell the story of Catholic Charities and the success of our clients and guests.”

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ASV Photo Team Members Jody O’Connor (left) and Maureen Kelley share with the cameraman some of the artwork from the ASV 2013 Photography Exhibition.

Catholic Charities and After Supper Visions, on Windy City LIVE!, Tuesday, September 10th, 11AM on ABC-7 Chicago. Don’t Miss it!

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A Fantastic New Opportunity For ASV

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ASV prints are going to be displayed during the month of October at 23 East Madison Street in Chicago! Catholic Charities joins an impressive list of organizations that have had artwork featured by the Chicago Loop Alliance at very prominent locations in Chicago, as the popular Pop Up Art Loop exhibit continues to gain in notoriety throughout the city. Sales of ASV prints, note cards and holiday cards will take place at 23 East Madison Street on each Wednesday, Thursday and Friday in October, from Noon-7PM each day.

According to Catholic Charities Project Director Katie Tuten, “Catholic Charities is proud to partner with Pop Up Art Loop in showcasing the beautiful photographic artwork of our dinner guests. We are delighted that the artists’ talent and hard work will be seen and appreciated by thousands of Chicagoans while they are on display at the 23 East Madison location. Our sincere thanks to Pop Up Art Loop for knowing what a positive impact this will have on the lives of many, many people.”

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New Gallery Exhibition In Evanston On September 21st

BENCHFor the second year, Reform Pilates, at 2609 Broadway in Evanston is graciously opening its doors on Saturday, September 21st, from 5-7PM, to host a Photo Exhibition and Sale of After Supper Visions photos. Come see fantastic photos of Chicago’s beautiful lakeshore, its world-class architecture and historic landmarks, and meet the artists who took the photos. Bring a friend and enjoy this very special art gallery experience.

After Supper Visions: Eleven Years Developing Film, Talent and Hope

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Artists’ Work Unveiled At The 2013 ASV Photo Show

A vast crowd of art enthusiasts was on-hand this weekend to see the Grand Opening of the 2013 ASV Photography Exhibition. The seventy-six photographers in the show were glad to meet all of the attendees and share their perspectives on the multitude of Chicago landmarks and nature settings represented in the gorgeous array of photos. As in previous years, many guests commented that the photos in the ASV Exhibit rival those in any other art gallery in the city. Final touches are being made on the new Shopping Cart feature of this website, so anyone wanting to purchase prints, note cards and holiday cards will be able to do so, within just a few days. Until then, enjoy these snapshots of the gallery opening last Friday. Congratulations to every one of the artists!

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The Eleventh Annual “After Supper Visions” Photography Exhibition Opens Tomorrow

ASVlogoSeventy-six artists have chosen over 280 of their favorite photos. The Photo Team of volunteers has meticulously enlarged and framed every one of them. The 2013 ASV Photo Show is ready for its debut, and the artists have much to be proud of. Come join in the excitement as this expansive gallery of remarkable artwork opens to the public tomorrow, Friday, June 7th, from 5-7PM at Catholic Charities headquarters, 721 N. LaSalle Street in Chicago. The exhibit continues on Saturday, June 8th, from 1-3PM. We hope you agree this year’s show has definitely been worth the wait. Thank you for your interest in “After Supper Visions.”

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First Look At ASV Prints Hung In New Catholic Charities Facility

On Thursday, May 30th, His Eminence Francis Cardinal George, OMI, Archbishop of Chicago, dedicated the All Saints Residence at 11701 South State Street, along with Monsignor Michael M. Boland, Administrator, President and CEO of Catholic Charities. The All Saints Residence is the newest facility opened by the Catholic Charities Department of Housing Development (CCHD).  In anticipation of this ceremony, CCHD graciously purchased sixteen ASV prints to be enlarged and framed, to grace the interior hallways of the All Saints building.

Congratulations to the following ASV artists, whose photos now hang in the All Saints building for all residents and visitors to see: Mike B. – 2 photos; Geoff B. -2; Vernon E. -1; Robert F. -2; Barry G. – 1; Kurt J. – 2; Tommy L.-1; Willie McG. – 2; Kenneth S.- 1; and Joe T. – 2. Featured here are just a few of these beautiful works of art.

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Growth of ASV Program Will Be Evident Throughout This Year’s Exhibition

ASV Photo Team Members (l. to r.) Jody O’Connor, Maureen Kelley and Ellen Gorney continue their behind-the-scenes work in preparation for the Eleventh Annual ASV Photo Exhibit on June 7th and 8th. Over 280 prints have been enlarged and beautifully framed. Over 75 artists will be participating in this year’s show, a dramatic increase over the 57 artists participating last year. New artists to the program have three photos in the show; returning artists each have four photos displayed. The gallery opens at 721 N. LaSalle Street from 5-7PM on Friday, June 7th, continuing from 1-3PM on Saturday, June 8th.

ASV 052813 001Come meet the artists who have captured spectacular images of Chicago on film, most with nothing more than a disposable camera. The event is free and open to the public. Many art patrons say they learn a great deal about photography, and about life, from speaking with the artists. All say the ASV Photo Show is one of the most unique and powerful summer art experiences in Chicago. We look forward to welcoming you to the 2013 ASV Photo Exhibition.

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The 2013 ASV Invitation Photo

Invitation 2013 - visionsThis photo has been chosen by the Photo Team to be featured on the invitation to the 2013 ASV Photo Exhibition. What a tremendous cornucopia of color, adding clarity and definition to every branch on this majestic tree. The exhibit opens on Friday, June 7th, from 5-7PM at 721 N. LaSalle Street in Chicago, continuing on Saturday, June 8th, from 1-3PM. Whether you have attended before, or are intrigued to attend for the first time this year, we extend a warm and hearty welcome to this unique and beautiful art exhibition. Thank you for your interest in “After Supper Visions.”

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Four Weeks And Counting…

845ASV Photo Team Member Noreen Russo unveils the official 2013 ASV banner in front of Catholic Charities headquarters, in anticipation of the Eleventh Annual “After Supper Visions” Photo Exhibition on June 7th (5-7PM) and 8th (1-3PM), at 721 N. LaSalle Street in Chicago.

Anyone with an appreciation for art and an interest in encouraging new artists is most cordially invited to attend. Admissions is free and open to the public. Bring a friend on Friday evening for the Grand Opening. Enjoy cocktails and hors d’oeuvres and see the fantastic photographic art that the Tuesday Night Supper guests have been working on since last September.

There are many photos in this show that almost defy description. Help us kick off the summer art gallery season in Chicago, and meet some remarkable artists. The 2013 “After Supper Visions” Photo Exhibition, June 7th and 8th.

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ASV Photos Purchased For Use In New Catholic Charities Housing Development Building

ASV All SaintsCatholic Charities Housing Development (CCHD) Department has purchased fourteen ASV framed photos for use in its newest building, the All Saints Residence, at 11701 South State Street in Chicago. The building officially will be dedicated on Thursday, May 30th, 2013, with His Eminence Francis Cardinal George, OMI, Archbishop of Chicago, presiding.

Beautifully framed and matted in black, the fourteen prints, chosen by the CCHD staff, include stunning views of nature in Chicago and well as some of our city’s world-class architectural landmarks. Previewing two of the selected photos above are (l to r): Katie Tuten, ASV Project Director, Jody O’Connor, ASV Photo Team Member, Kathy Donahue, Catholic Charities Sr. Vice-President of Program Evaluation and Development, Ellen Gorney, ASV Photo Team Member and Rev. Wayne F. Watts, Associate Administrator of Catholic Charities and Pastor of St. John Berchmans Parish.

Other businesses interested in purchasing ASV prints for their offices and lobbies are invited to call Maria Radjevic at 312-655-7758. All sales directly benefit the Catholic Charities dinner guests who took the photos. Thank you for your consideration, in support of these very talented artists.

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