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Alex Perkins is an illustrator and educator in Chicago whose work focuses on vibrant colors and whimsical shapes. When not teaching future artists at the School of the Art Institute of Chicago, they enjoy painting their cute little white dog and scenes around Chicago.
Visit them at the ArtWalk Outdoor Arts Market to buy prints of their newest mural, located right in Ravenswood at the Damen & Leland People Space!
“My design is meant to incorporate symbols specific to the Ravenswood neighborhood, and to create a sort of fun ‘eye spy’ for passerby interested in learning more about the neighborhood’s history. For example, the glockenspiel represents the J.C. Deagan Musical Instrument Company that once made its home on Berteau. There are also symbols calling out local businesses (Margie’s Candies, Urban Pooch, Spiteful Brewing, Chicago Glass Collective, and Lillstreet Art Center) as well as establishments like Ravenswood Elementary (where I frequently teach as a Guest Teacher for CPS) and the All Saints Episcopal Church. There’s even hints at some of the art that exists around the neighborhood – like the cicada sculptures from ‘24. My aim is to unite all the things wonderful about this neighborhood and represent it in a visually fun and engaging way!” – Alex Perkins