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Chicago Icons Exhibition at Chicago Fine Art Salon will Feature ‘You’re All Grown Up Now’ Svengoolie Piece by Living Dead Girl Nicole 🏙️ 📺 🖼️

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I am excited to share yet another art exhibition announcement! My ‘You’re All Grown Up Now‘ split face portrait of Jerry G. Bishop and Rich Koz was accepted by New Gallery to be a part of the Chicago Icons Group Art Exhibition taking place at their Chicago Fine Art Salon!

As described by the curator, “this exhibition digs into the history, culture, and people that makes Chicago unique. From the L to the lakefront, deep dish to deep house, this show celebrates the people, places, and cultural moments that are uniquely, undeniably Chicago.” 🏙️✨

When I saw the call for art for this exhibition I knew I had to submit to it. You really can’t talk or even think of Chicago icons and not think of Svengoolie, which is why I am truly honored to be the artist whose work will represent not just our horror community in general but a legendary Chicago-born horror movie hosting program and local legend that has entertained generations of us fans as a staple of Chicagoland television and broadcasting for over 50 years. 📺✨

Now, if you are one of my art collectors who has been following my artventure journeys, you are already fully aware that the original 8×10″ version of this piece was gifted directly to Rich Koz himself, and was even recently featured on his MeTV show last month. Therefore the original is not available for purchase. So I have contributed a rare, 16×20″ canvas print specifically for this show that comes with a certificate of authenticity that states the following:

“This certificate confirms that the artwork identified herein is a limited-edition, professionally produced 16″ x 20″ canvas print created specifically for: Chicago Icons Exhibition show at the Chicago Fine Art Salon. The original piece was hand-drawn by the artist using pencil, colored pencils & chalk pastels on 8″x10” paper & is not only owned by Rich Koz/Svengoolie himself, but was also featured on The MeTV Svengoolie television show.“

So, if you are a local Chicagoan or happen to be in the Chicagoland area between October 2nd – November 6, 2026 make sure to visit New Gallery‘s Chicago Fine Art Salon and see this special piece on display amongst the other amazing pieces of artwork representing iconic interpretations of Chicago. And for those who are not able to make it to the gallery itself, this unique piece will also be available to purchase directly from the gallery’s shop page on their website during the duration of the show.

Last but not least, if you are new here, and just happened upon this post, be sure to check out the Creature Features page of my portfolio website. There, you can find this exhibition listed alongside some of the other unique places my art has been featured over the years. And if you’re a gallery, curator, publication, or other outlet that is interested in showcasing my work, let’s connect, chat and make some magic together!

Stay Strange & Magical, ✨
LDG Nicole

Unruly Art Market Recap 👩🏻‍🎨🎪✨️

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What a beautiful day for an exorcism….I mean an art show! Thank you to everyone who came out to the Unruly Art Market yesterday (I wish I had gotten pictures of all of you). It means the world to me that so many people in my life showed up because you see me, and you understand that art runs deep in my soul and fuels my very existence. By doing so, it’a testament of how much you truly support and believe in me, and my heart is so full right now 🥰✨️

It was also so rewarding to connect with so many new artists and reconnect with others I have known for years. Being surrounded by your amazing artwork was so fulfilling! 🖼✨️

A big HUZZAH to my friends Ellie and Strazz for venturing out early to set up, helping me keep my shit together all day, making sure our crew was fed and taken care of, lending their canopy to Melissa, staying late to help take down.. and so much more. Frank and I are so blessed to have such caring best friends in our corner. We seriously can’t thank you two enough! 💎✨️

Shout out to my incredibly talented friend April Adams for wanting to give back to all her creative friends by putting on such an amazing show and motivating me to take a break from vendor retirement! It was so great to be a part of something that was truly created to support artists. 🎪✨️

Thank you to Loren at Crow and Calico for your hospitality and being my first sale of the day! Can’t wait to come back to see my It’s Gonna Be That Kindof Mornin’ Pee Wee Herman art piece on display at the bar and to spend more countless hours getting my kitty fix in from Whiskey! 🥃😻

Last but not least, a shout out to my husband Frank, who not only is my rock but puts up with all my shenanigans and is along for the ride for all my crazy ventures. Even when one minute I am on a high inspired and motivated and the next minute, I am overwhelmed and pulling my hair out. You see all of me, and I hope one day you can at least say I never made your life boring. 🤪🌙

I am exhausted today after weeks and weeks of preparation, the show, and now to unpack and inventory everything, but it was all so worth it to get unruly with all of you in the name of art! 👩🏻‍🎨💗

Stay Strange & Magical✨️
LDG Nicole

Nevada Fine Arts to Feature Exclusive Solaris Monsterpiece By Living Dead Girl Nicole for 4×4 Gallery Show! 🌅👹

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When I saw that Nevada Fine Arts was looking for artists to submit to their 4×4 gallery show, I made the immediate decision that the “Biggest Little City in the World” needed to be exposed to my handmade Monstrosities. And since Johnny Cash once said that “Reno has always been a place where anything can happen,” I was not about to let that chance slip through my claws.

The size requirement for the show aligned closely with my Mini Monsterpieces, so I conjured up a cycloptic little beast made exclusively for it. Knowing that hundreds of talented artists would also be submitting their work, I chose a bright, playful color palette so it would really stand out when its displayed.

When finishing up the piece I decided to name it Solaris which means “of the sun” or “pertaining to the sun,” symbolizing light, energy, warmth, power, and vitality.

Like my other Mini Monsterpieces, Solaris is made from a pre-wrapped (on wood) canvas that I’ve transformed into a three-dimensional, cycloptic creature with a glossy hypnotic eye, wild faux hair, drool covered natural shell fangs, glittery horns and rubbery flesh.

Description Used For My Submission:
Solaris is a 4×4 canvas transformed into one of my three-dimensional cycloptic creatures, emerging from my whimsical macabre imagination where playful energy meets darker surreal forms. This Mini Monsterpiece was handcrafted using layered sculptural elements and mixed materials that extend beyond the surface of the canvas.

As a Midwestern, out-of-state artist offering this limited-edition piece exclusively through this Reno exhibit, I wanted to conjure a monstrosity that feels as if it has burst through the desert sky while colliding with neon lights, alive with anticipation for new horizons and the possibilities that come with stepping beyond familiar ground.

This special exhibition piece continues my exploration of transforming traditional surfaces into animated beastly personalities. Solaris exists as a three-dimensional handmade creation for eccentric collectors who, like the artist, are drawn to pushing beyond the boundaries of traditional canvas-based art.

1301 S. Virginia St in Reno, Nevada.

This exclusive art piece will be on display at Nevada Fine Arts Gallery 1301 starting with their 4th Installation Opening on Saturday, May 2, 2026. Like all of the amazing artwork in the exhibit, Solaris will be available for purchase in person for $44 and will remain on display through the final installation in July. That is unless some lucky collector gets their claws on it first. Could it be you?

The May 2nd Opening which is also be live streamed on the Nevada Fine Arts Instagram page for those who want to see all the incredible work that is a part of the show.

While you are there, please be sure to give them a follow and support this incredible business. They not only advocate for the arts community and provide resources through their store and classes, but they have been working around the clock for months to make this international exhibit an opportunity for human artists to gain exposure and share their work with a wider audience. Something us human artists value deeply.

If you are new here, be sure to check out the Creature Features page of my portfolio website. There you can find this exhibit listed amongst some of the other unique places my art has been featured over the years.

Want to showcase my work in your next gallery exhibition? Let’s connect and chat!

Stay Strange & Magical ✨
LDG Nicole

Unruly Art Market May 31 at Crow and Calico will Feature Artist Living Dead Girl Nicole and More!

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Well, the cat’s out of the bag, and in a way, so am I.

As many of you know, about six years ago I went into a bit of a vendor hibernation. I started selling my artwork on consignment with Closet Collectibles, and it has been much easier to balance my time and energy by focusing on my in store display. That way, my collectors can browse and purchase my pre-made pieces at anytime.

In other words, I usually turn down vending events. But this one is different.

My incredibly talented and supportive friend, April Adams, is putting together a special event to give back to her network of artist friends by creating a space for them to be seen, supported, and celebrated. She is bringing together a community of amazing creatives and giving them more exposure and opportunity to share their creations. Since I am not currently working, the timing felt aligned, and honestly, it felt like a calling to show up, support her vision, and stand alongside her and other local artists.

So with that being said, I am officially dusting off my vendor booth gear for this event and it would mean the world to me if my art collectors would come out and be a part of it. It will be a fun opportunity to purchase art from real human artists (no AI here), jam out to live local music, stuff your face on delicious grub from local food trucks, sip a drink or two at the hosts’ tavern, meet some adorable goats on the farm, and even get your own creative energy flowing with a live paint and sip. And it gets better… its FREE to attend!

Unruly Art Market
Sunday, May 31st, 2026 at 12pm
Crow & Calico Tavern
25956 S Egyptian Trail, Monee, IL 60449
RSVP on the Facebook Event Page
Follow & Support on Instagram

Everyone involved would truly appreciate helping us out by spreading the word about the event. You can easily do so by sharing this blog post with your email contacts, social media followers or by texting it to anyone that would love to support the arts and have an unruly good time doing so!

Stay Strange & Magical,
LDG Nicole