'Strength and Honor': A Father and Son Art Show Featured at NSYMCA December Community Gallery

The North Suburban YMCA Community Gallery is showcasing the artwork of Leo Benvenuti and his son Jack through December. The title of the art show, "Strength and Honor" comes from one of the artist's favorite movies, "Gladiator," and the artwork is for sale with a portion of the proceeds benefitting the Y's Visual Arts Program.

Leo Benvenuti has exhibited all over the world. With no preconceived idea or direction, Leo lets his subconscious spontaneously create something on a canvas. He brushes, pours, scratches, spills, scrapes off, reapplies paint until he sees something appear. He then starts improvising with more detailed paint work, adding or taking away, until he feels it's finished.

Jack Benvenuti studied art at Cal State Northridge. His works create a commentary on innocence and experience and often have a satirical view of culture. He is part of the radical contemporary urban movement calling his style, "ironic graffiti."

The NSYMCA's Community Gallery, located at 2705 Techny Road in Northbrook, celebrates the diversely talented artists living and working in Chicago's northern suburbs with free monthly exhibits that are open to the public. For more information about art at the North Suburban YMCA, contact Cathie Winnie at cwinnie@nsymca.org or call (847) 272-7250.

About the North Suburban YMCA

The North Suburban YMCA services Northbrook and 14 surrounding communities with programs and tools that help its residents become healthier, more connected, and confident, ensuring that everyone, regardless of age, income, or background, has the opportunity to learn, grow, and thrive. The NSYMCA focuses on Youth Development, Healthy Living, and Social Responsibility and is a charitable organization, inclusive and welcoming to all in our community. Learn more at NSYMCA.org.