Art Top 5: June 2021

Frida Kahlo, “Self-Portrait with Small Monkey,” 1945, oil on masonite, Collection Museo Dolores Olmedo, Xochimilco, Mexico © 2020 Banco de México Diego Rivera Frida Kahlo Museums Trust, Mexico, D.F. / Artists Rights Society (ARS), New York

1
Frida Kahlo: Timeless
(Cleve Carney Museum of Art)
For the first time in forty years, a comprehensive display of Kahlo’s works are on view in the Chicago area, paired with historical objects that add context to the artist’s fascinating life.
Opens June 5

2
Edie Fake
(Western Exhibitions)
The Chicagoland native, known for his electrifying geometric conventions, takes over both galleries in this solo exhibition.
Opens June 5

3
Planting and Maintaining a Perennial Garden
(Hyde Park Art Center)
Faheem Majeed will activate the gallery space with events throughout this show, part of the artist’s ongoing inquiry into the South Side Community Art Center.
Through July 24

4
The Red Wedding
(Ruschman)
This ambitious group exhibition, curated by former Newcity Art Editor Matt Morris and featuring work by Vaginal Davis, embodies a future-oriented feminism.
Through July 3

5
Just Above My Wall, (To The Right)
(South Side Community Art Center)
Curator Ciera Mckissick pairs work from thirteen collectors with pieces from SSCAC’s collection, connecting Black artists from the past and present.
Through June 30