multiple sizes; digital collage in memory of Tony Fitzpatrick; 2026. Courtesy of the artist.
COLLAGE ON VIEW
Pieces Too Short to Save
at SoNa Chicago Contemporary Art in Chicago, Illinois, USA
8 April-30 May 2026
Tony Fitzpatrick was the beloved, brash, and bold artist, actor, and poet who died too soon at the age of 66 on October 11, 2025. He was a prolific collage artist and printmaker who loved the city of Chicago as well as birds, dogs, and regular folks who are so often underappreciated. For years, he supported other artists and lifted them up. He selected most of the artists in this show because he said, “They are among the best.”
15″x11″; collage; 2025. Courtesy of the artist.
This exhibit includes works by Lisa Barcy, Lou Beach, Monica J. Brown, Andrea Burgay, Tony Fitzpatrick, Glen Gauthier, Paul Loughney, Jack Poker, Nellie Seigel, and Paloma Trecka. There are several pieces in the show that were made in tribute to Tony. Many of the artists worked with or were mentored by him. The work in this exhibition showcases the myriad styles and subjects of contemporary collage, revealing the dynamism of this art form. This exhibition explores personal memories, social commentary, and a diversity of materials.
(text adapted from material provided by the gallery)
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