Chicago's annual art week unfolded with gallerist Daisy Sanchez documenting the scene for Artnet News's 'Wet Paint in the Wild' column. Sanchez, who recently co-opened Hans Goodrich gallery with Peter Anastos, attended the Renaissance Society's annual benefit, EXPO Chicago, and after-parties. The week featured artists including Joanne Greenbaum, Leah Ke Yi Zhang, B. Ingrid Olsen, and Isabelle Frances McGuire, with appearances by curators Myriam Ben Salah, Karsten Lund, and Giampaolo Bianconi, among others.
The article matters because it offers an insider's view of a major regional art week, highlighting the interconnectedness of Chicago's art ecosystem—from non-profit spaces like the Renaissance Society to commercial galleries and the EXPO art fair. It also underscores the role of emerging gallerists and curators in shaping the city's contemporary art scene, while showcasing specific exhibitions and artists gaining national attention.