Fall art festival returns to Oakbrook Center

The 53rd annual Fall Festival of Fine Art returns to the Oakbrook Center this weekend featuring more than 70 juried artists.

Art afficionados can enjoy the paintings, photography, sculptures and more from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday and Sunday, Sept. 12 and 13, in the outdoor mall at 22nd Street and Route 83 in Oak Brook.

"The Fall Festival of Fine Art has had the privilege of being a part of the community's arts and cultural traditions for more than 50 years," said Amy Amdur, president and CEO of Amdur Productions, which produces the event.

"This year, the festival will have an improved layout that will better compliment Oakbrook Center's elegant outdoor layout and stylish shopping and dining establishments."

The Fall Festival of Fine Art will showcase the work of more than 70 artists from across the country in a variety of mediums, including painting, photography, sculpture, jewelry and functional art. In addition to the artwork for sale, the festival offers art enthusiasts with a curiosity for technique and style the opportunity to see the artists at work with live demonstrations and educational booth chats taking place all weekend long.

Art collectors can look forward to viewing the works of standout artists such as 3-D functional glass artist James Downey; copper elements artist Daniel Hedblom, who works in the art of flame painting; jewelry artist Helma Mezley, who works in wire mesh to create a design theme; and mandala artist Maureen Zwier, who creates computer manipulations of photographs.

Activities such as color creations, art fest bingo and spin art will be available for children, making the festival an event for art enthusiasts of all ages. French vocalist Michelet also will perform throughout the weekend. Food will be for sale from Oakbrook Center restaurants Wildfire, Stir Crazy, Perry's Steakhouse and Grille, Old Town Pour House, El Tapeo and Antico Posto.

For information about the Fall Festival of Fine Art, contact amdurproductions.com, (847) 926-4300 or info@amdurproductions.com.