Below is a selection of current works on display at The Canopy, come to 900 N Michigan avenue and look up to see some of these amazing pieces filling up the skies of Chicago.
Radiator Building - Night, New York
Georgia O'Keeffe
"Radiator Building - Night, New York" (1927) is an iconic painting capturing the stark, illuminated form of the American Radiator Building against the night sky.
Manhattan
Georgia O'Keeffe
"Manhattan" (1932) is a striking oil painting featuring New York City's skyscrapers at night. The piece captures the urban energy and modernity of the city, highlighting O'Keeffe's fascination with architecture.
Sky above Clouds IV
Georgia O'Keeffe
"Sky Above Clouds IV" (1965) is a vast oil painting depicting a sky filled with billowing clouds, inspired by her aerial views from flights. This piece symbolizes freedom and O'Keeffe's fascination with the grandeur and beauty of nature
The Harbinger of Life
Looneystein
"The Harbinger of Life" explores the magnificent relationship of butterflies to the essence of life, both collaborative and foreboding, a butterfly tells us of the growth that is to come
Eggsploration
Looneystein
"Eggsploration" is a deep dive into the boundless creative opportunities presented by the simple, yet universally celebrated, form of the egg.
Bodies of Water
HAZE
Bodies of Water" portrays giant figures resting on islands, urging reflection on human fragility versus nature's vastness, evoking awe and unity with the Earth.
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Cosmodernism
Cosmodernism takes us into a journey of the world under a microscope. using exclusively analog methods and no CGI, the art brings to life scenes of immense complexity, movement, and color. all by showing us chemical reacitons and structures in small scale
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Roman Bratschi
Roman Bratschi's organic forms fill the entirety of the atrium ceiling in 900 N Michigan with a mirage of gradient structures that are reflected and magnified by digital lenses, Bratschi's work takes us on a truly enchanting visual journeyl
Binky
Bianca Pastel
In this 3D-fied version of her work, Bianca Pastel takes us into the world of Binky and her playful, peaceful, child-like landscapes.
CMYK WTTW
Quinn Koeneman
CMYK WTTW (Cyan Magenta Yellow Key Walk Through The Woods) is a bottom up perspective animation describing a peaceful escape to nature, using only the separated colors primarily found on at-home inkjet and laserjet printers.
Polymorph 02
Michael McAfee
Polymorph's are Michael Mcafee's iconic creatures, coming from the universe of his mind, these visually stunning creatures are from another dimension
Polymorph 01
Michael McAfee
Polymorph's are Michael Mcafee's iconic creatures, coming from the universe of his mind, these visually stunning creatures are from another dimension
In-field
Looneystein
What happens when death is reversed? is that life beginning? in this piece Looneystein explores a body breaking into pieces, but in reverse. In-field suggests that the end of life is also the beginning
A (void) Dance
Looneystein
What happens when we die? what remains in the space that used to occupy our consciousness? A (Void) Dance explores this questions by removing the singular with the many, and showing us the "Light at the end of the tunnel" as the thing that brings light
Until We Meet Again
Willea Zwey
Like how Ernest Hemingway used to describe Paris, but instead of the the European city, to me, Chicago is a Moveable Feast. When I am within the city itself, it ignites my passion to explore, but when I am away, it always stays with me wherever I go.
Sleeping Sun Trilogy - Losing Faith Makes a Crime
Willea Zwey
A tale in a world caught in between light and darkness. Inspired by the same-titled song "Sleeping Sun" by Nightwish
Sleeping Sun Trilogy - Last Ride of the Day
Willea Zwey
A tale in a world caught in between light and darkness. Inspired by the same-titled song "Sleeping Sun" by Nightwish
Sleeping Sun Trilogy - 222 Days of Light
Willea Zwey
A tale in a world caught in between light and darkness. Inspired by the same-titled song "Sleeping Sun" by Nightwish
Ignis
Lefty
from the Elementa Series
Aqua
Lefty
from the Elementa series
Sky Journey
Looneystein
Part of the Andro Genie Series, "Sky Journey" explores the infinite space above as a place where your thoughts can run freely and without the bounds of the body. this is a piece about active cloud gazing
Midas
Lefty
from the RUINAS series
Temple
Lefty
from the RUINAS series
Olympus
Lefty
from the RUINAS series
Catacomb
Lefty
from the RUINAS series
Atlantis
Lefty
from the RUINAS Series
Somnium
Lefty
By creating intuitive, repeated shapes, Lefty Out There achieves the rare feat of working in contradictions. His work is both bold and intricate. Organic but uniform. A simple mark makes up a considerably more complex whole.
Continuity No.1
Looneystein
Through the infinite and recursive generation of bodies arranged in a perfect grid, Continuity brings into question how our individual identity is perceived in a world where it can be easily copied ad infinitum.
River of Us
Looneystein
River of Us explores an inner space where water meets the journey of the self, represented in a character walking towards a gate glowing with light. River of Us proposes that the journey always leads to an outcome, light and transport through thought.
Artemis
Leviathan
Artemis draws inspiration from antique astrology maps and solar patterns to create mesmerizing patterns. Golden rays and discs dance across the screens, reflecting light and casting shadows as they overlap.
Candy Crush
Leviathan
Candy Crush was inspired by hour glasses and the ever-changing movement that comes from it. Focusing on intricate particle animation, the various colors created compelling movement and designs as the sand rolled across the Canopy.
Illuminate
Leviathan
Wunder is inspired by snowflakes and their complex beauty yet simplistic movement. Featuring detailed macro shots of snow’s crystallization and adding subtlev movement created interesting refractions to span across the 10 screens
Synesthesia
Leviathan
Replicating the phenomenon of Synesthesia, commonly known as the ability to "hear colors" or "see sounds", Leviathan reflected color through a complex and abstract lens to create compelling animations and combinations of color and light.
Oz
Leviathan
Applying the mechanics of real-world objects to imaginary designs, Oz uses rotating shapes that cascade down the canopy and captivate the viewer. This digital tapestry reveals alternating colors and designs as it rotates to create a living sculpture.
Architectural Fantasy
Leviathan
This concept challenges the audience’s depth perception and inspires them to look for a visual parallel that is evident throughout the 900 architecture itself.
Bunny
Leviathan
Inspired by the Easter Holiday, Bunny took the iconic figure of the Easter Rabbit as inspiration. Featuring a macro shot of high fidelity fur as it moves, Bunny captures the magic of the holiday while still remaining elegant and on brand.
Mermaid
Leviathan
By structuring natural forms in an architectural way, Mermaid brings the enchanting allure of underwater textures to land
Night Swimming
Leviathan
Deep in the vast ocean, we encounter a woman swimming gracefully, captivating you with her every move. She is looking for something in the depths of the sea.
Incandescent
David Niles
Mesmerizing fashion models, saturated in exotic color, are set in a high-fashion nightlife world. Each look, a convergence of wild stylings highlighted through dramatic lighting.