desde afuera. rapid. chaotic. is a weeklong gallery exhibition dedicated to celebrating the rich history of the Chicago punk scene. Curated by Maya Ortiz Saucedo, this exhibition emerges from Brian Herrera's film, Ask A Punk, produced by Full Spectrum Features as part of the Community Storytellers program.
Witness the vibrant, community-driven narratives and diverse experiences that have shaped the Chicago punk movement over the years. Honor this iconic cultural legacy and amplify the voices of those who have been a part of it by coming thru!
Exhibiting Artists
Teresita Carson
AWXEL
Martín Sorrondeguy
Mony Kaos
Community Archive Artists
Clada Idem
Andy Krysiak
Alex Smith
Fernando Ruiz
Daria Lahn
The exhibit will run from October 12th to October 19th, 2024. Gallery hours are Monday to Friday from 12:00 PM to 5:00 PM, and Saturdays from 11:00 AM to 3:00 PM.
We've also partnered with The Network to raise donations for domestic violence shelters as part of Domestic Violence Awareness Month. Drop off diapers (all sizes), baby wipes, baby formula, and lightly used baby clothes during your visit.
Join the Opening Reception for a community conversation: Ask a Punk (Literally!)
Saturday, October 12th
Doors Open: 11:00 AM
Conversation: 1:00-2:00 PM
Have you organized punk shows? Do you like attending them? What’s been difficult in your experience, and are the challenges still the same?
Join us for a community conversation exploring the ever-evolving punk scene, where the voices of seasoned punks and eager newcomers collide. We’ll delve into growing up in neighborhoods like Little Village versus Humboldt Park or the suburbs, and encourage younger punks to ask their burning questions of the older generation. Explore the richness of DIY culture, exchange ideas, and spark connections with others who share a passion for music!
Special guests include Soli Herrera (Founder + Creative Director for Ruidosa Art Collective), Benny Hernandez, and Brian Herrera (Artist and 2024 Community Storyteller for Ask A Punk film).
About Artists
Teresita Carson (b. Mexico) is an artist working across disciplines, including moving image, new media, sound, and installation. Taking an irreverent feminist approach to world and counter-archive building, she explores the abstract intersection between the historical, the speculative, indigenous cosmogonies, and magical peripheries. She has screened experimental films internationally notably at the Slamdance Film Festival, the Chicago Underground Film Festival, Light Matter Film Festival, Festival Internacional de Cine con Medios Alternativos, Antimatter, Experiments in Cinema, and at the Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego. Recent venues presenting Carson’s work include Mana Contemporary, Sullivan Galleries, Czong Institute for Contemporary Art (CICA Museum), Hyde Park Art Center, Gallery 400 and the Cleve Carney Museum of Art. She resides in Chicago, Illinois in the land of the Three Fires Confederacy, Potawatomi, Odawa and Ojibwe Nations.
AWXEL (They/Them/Theirs) is a non-binary trans-disciplinary Latinx artist/ performer working with themes of family ancestry, Latinx diaspora, ceremonial aesthetics, knowledge de-centralization, Queerness, and Drag.
Martín Sorrondeguy was born in Montevideo, Uruguay and was raised most of his life in Chicago, Illinois. He has an MFA from the University of Illinois at Chicago. Martin was the lead singer of the Latino punk band named Los Crudos who toured the U.S., Mexico, Europe, Japan, and parts of South America.
Mony Kaos is a queer self taught artist from Chicago. They create an eclectic/chaotic style, from gay pornography, punk, and cartoons, through various available mediums.
Clada Idem My work depicts the harsh truth making my pieces are all relatable. They continue a conversation that was started or added to by other artists. I find new names every day to add to the visual discourse I have become a part of, it is constantly evolving, just like our lives. I use painting and drawing to depict my contribution. So I ask my viewer - What do you wish to do with your time?
Andy Krysiak (he/him) is an independent film director, screenwriter, and producer based in Chicago. Drawing from a wide array of influences, he is interested in oppressive power systems, social constructs and relations, the ethics and democratization of art, the struggle for individualism, and the absurdities of political discourse. In June 2024, Andy launched Next Exit Films, a formal outlet to share his own creative work across multiple disciplines all while championing fellow creative independents whose work inspire and innovate. He is currently working to develop a new Chicago-based film festival designed by and for young, amateur and DIY filmmakers in search of their audience, and hopes to produce his first feature-length film project in 2025.
Alex Smith I'm Alex! I grew up in Rhode Island but have called Chicago home for about 5 years. I'm an Emergency Room Physician Assistant, and usually spend the rest of my time painting and going to punk/emo shows (shoutouts to my local favorites - Sincere Engineer and Knuckle Puck).
Fernando Ruiz
Daria Lahn has explored many types of media through which to express herself. The inspiration for many of her pieces have come from life experiences as well as from other artists. Although not a musician she is deeply moved by the lyrics, melodies and performances of her favorite bands. Like many artists, she puts her heart and soul in her work. Daria hopes others who struggle can connect with her pieces. To feel like they are not alone, to find meaning or hope when the universe is telling them otherwise. She has a passion for giving objects (and people) a second, third and at times a fourth chance. She feels in this vast universe of ours there is a purpose for every object and person; one must keep trying to find that. Successes are just as valuable as failures; both serve a purpose in her life, and she is grateful to have both in her life. Follow her work at darialahn.com.
ABOUT SPECIAL GUESTS
Stephanie “Soli” Herrera is the Founder / Creative Director / Event Curator at Ruidosa Art Collective. Ruidosa Art Collective is a group of passionate, talented, and young Latin American artists from Chicago, IL. Working together as a creative collective to promote and provide multifaceted curated events embracing local music, art, and education for the community highlighting the pride of being Latino and alternative.
Benny Hernandez is a native of Little Village and has been part of the punk community in Chicago since the mid 90’s. He is a co-founder of the Little Village SouthKore punk collective that released several records by local Little Village and Chicago punk bands as well as international punk bands. He’s been a member and founder of several Little Village and Pilsen hardcore punk bands such as Los Jodidos, No Slogan and Rumores, as well as post punk bands, Population, Silent Age and Iron Years .
Brian Herrera is a Mexican illustrator and designer. His work takes inspiration from music, street art and the immigrant diaspora. Herrera's work pushes boundaries, combining his innate creativity with a profound understanding of visual language. His work's contributed to many non-profits and DIY music scenes.
About Organizers
Full Spectrum Features is a Chicago-based 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization committed to driving equity in the independent film industry by producing, exhibiting, and supporting the work of women, BIPOC, disabled, and LGBTQIA+ filmmakers. We also aim to educate the public about important social and cultural issues, utilizing the power of cinema to foster understanding in our communities.
Grounded Studio is a studio fostering entrepreneurship, creative collaborations, and innovation, which is powered by The Alliance 98. TA98 was launched in 2018 to fight unemployment rates for young adults 16-24 with funding from the Safe and Peaceful Fund driven by a collective of Chicago philanthropists and foundations.
The Network empowers the community to address gender-based violence and its link to oppression through by state-of-the-art training to survivors, organizers, community members, gender-based violence advocates, and social service providers.
Accessibility
Grounded Studio features a wheelchair-accessible entrance with a ramp and double doors. Restrooms equipped with ADA stalls are available on the first floor, down the hall from the studio. The exhibit program will be offered in a digital format compatible with screen readers. Additionally, art installations will be labeled in braille, corresponding with the digital program that provides descriptions of each piece.
Parking
Paid meter parking can be found along 26th Street and along the 2500 block of Harding Avenue. Free parking can be found along the 2400 block of Harding Avenue and is about a 5-7 minute walk to Grounded Studio.
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This event is part of the Community Storytellers (CST) program at Full Spectrum Features, which is partially supported by
