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October 30 - November 2, 2025

The Pigmented Black Fine Art Faire in Chicago is more than just an art fair; it unites leading galleries, visionary artists, and influential arts organizations from across the Midwest.

In a city renowned for its vibrant art scene, Pigmented stands apart as a Black-run fine art fair—a rare and vital platform in a landscape where few exist nationwide. This is your exclusive opportunity to experience transformative exhibitions, engage in dynamic conversations, and celebrate the richness and diversity of Black artistic expression in a month dedicated to Black fine art excellence.

Be part of a cultural renaissance that redefines the art world. Together, we’ll elevate Black excellence and shape the future of fine art in Chicago.

Most importantly, Pigmented has been created to champion self-reliance, recirculate Black dollars, and empower us to write our own history and shape our future. 

Join us this October for Pigmented—where art meets empowerment.

The Pigmented Black Fine Art Faire in Chicago is more than just an art fair; it unites leading galleries, visionary artists, and influential arts organizations from across the Midwest.

In a city renowned for its vibrant art scene, Pigmented stands apart as a Black-run fine art fair—a rare and vital platform in a landscape where few exist nationwide. This is your exclusive opportunity to experience transformative exhibitions, engage in dynamic conversations, and celebrate the richness and diversity of Black artistic expression in a month dedicated to Black fine art excellence.

Be part of a cultural renaissance that redefines the art world. Together, we’ll elevate Black excellence and shape the future of fine art in Chicago.

Most importantly, Pigmented has been created to champion self-reliance, recirculate Black dollars, and empower us to write our own history and shape our future. 

Join us this October for Pigmented—where art meets empowerment.

LOCATION

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Zhou B Art Center 1029 W. 35 th St. Chicago, IL. 60609

TIMING & HOURS

oct 30

Thursday

VIP 6 PM – 9 PM

Collector’s Preview | Media 6 PM – 8 PM

(Sponsored by Diaspora Rhythms)

oct 31

Friday

Entertainment 5 pm –10 pm

nov 01

Saturday

11 am – 7 pm

Conversations Noon – 5 PM

nov 02

Sunday

11 AM – 5 PM

Conversations Noon – 5 PM

GALLERIES

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Chicago

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Chicago

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Atlanta

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Memphis

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Chicago

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nyc | inj

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racine, wi

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atlanta

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detroit

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Chicago

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chicago

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chicago

FEATURED ARTISTS

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D. Lammie Hansen

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Thomas Lockhart

honorary committee

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Risa Davis

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Monique
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South Side Community Art Center (SSCAC)

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Vicki & Bruce Heyman

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Patricia & Stephen Blessman

Blessman Foundation

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Verlena & Daryl Newell

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Diane Carr

Sponsors & patrons

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