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Sounds from the Belly of The Beast, by Topographic

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Last week a dear friend of mine and myself performed an instrumental music piece inside of a large installation called The Beast by John Preus. We captured the whole thing & would appreciate it if you gave it a listen and checked it out, especially if you’re interested in atmospheric instrumental post rock styled stuff. 

This is The Beast, the sounds were performed inside of there.

Here’s a print I pulled to promote the event. 

There’s also a grainy video of the performance if there is any interest in viewing something recorded on outdated technology

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John Preus - Debt Consolidation: Sedimentation Series, 20 x 20 inches / 50.8 x 50.8 cm, frame and dust from Chicago public school materials, 2017

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A visitor emerges from "The Beast" by John Preus, our Chicago-based Resident Artist, during our 75th Anniversary Kickoff and preview event yesterday. This striking sculpture is only half the story--to experience it fully, you have to go inside. Visit our website to discover public programming taking place inside "The Beast" through August 3.

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Our Youth Art Board teens got a sneak peek of "The Beast" last night. Join us Sunday to see for yourself!

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Progress. "The Beast" is slowly coming to life at the hands of resident Artist John Preus. Experience the project in person this Sunday, April 13!

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Wondering what art you could be seeing this week? Well, we've got some suggestions for you... (Image Credit: David Leggett, detail. 2014)

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Early this week, late at night, it began. The Beast is coming into being at the hands of Resident Artist John Preus. Follow the progress right here as this massive architectural intervention and community space gets built in our gallery, and join us at the opening reception on April 13.

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"Plywood is an impressive technology that functions similar to the warp/weft concept of weaving. It is solid wood that is stable by virtue of the fact that each thin layer of wood runs perpendicular to the layer adjacent to it. I am tempted to make a social metaphor, but let that be close enough." - Resident Artist John Preus

Throughout the year, we’ll bring you behind the scenes with our artists, showing you insights into their projects, processes, and personalities. First up is John Preus, our Chicago-based resident artist who’s in our studios working toward his first major solo show, “The Beast,” which will open at the Art Center on April 13. We’ll pair his words with images of what’s in his studio to introduce you to his methods, materials, and musings. We hope you enjoy getting to know him!