St. Charles library showcases Wayne artist Gene McCormick

Posted April 13, 2017 11:00 pm

St. Charles Public Library

During the month of April, the St. Charles Public Library is hosting an exhibit by Wayne resident Gene McCormick of daily realities and landmarks using acrylics on paper or canvas. His work can be seen in commercial and private collections both in the Fox Valley and nationwide. McCormick is the art editor for Misfit Magazine (misfitmagazine.net) and his illustrations appear regularly in small press literary publications. Additionally, he has illustrated eight book covers.

McCormick is also a writer, with 22 books of nonfiction, fiction and poetry. His latest two books, "Obsessions" and "Big City Nighttime Stories," are available at the St. Charles Public Library or at TownHouse books, also in St. Charles. He has lived in Wayne since 1984. Proceeds from the sale of artwork in the April exhibit will benefit area no-kill animal shelters.

Since 1979, the works of local artists have been on display at the St. Charles Public Library through its "Artist of the Month" program.

The exhibit can be seen anytime the library is open: 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. Monday through Thursday; 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. Friday; 9 a.m.to 5 p.m. Saturday; and noon to 5 p.m. Sunday.

The St. Charles Public Library is located at One South Sixth Ave. For information, call (630) 584-0076, ext. 240.

Wayne artist Gene McCormick's work, such as "Big Head," is on display at the St. Charles Public Library in April. Courtesy of Gene McCormick

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