The Ken Project is all about creativity and sustainability.

Ken, a long-time Des Plaines resident with an artistic eye, curated a vast assortment of images from various sources including a wide variety of magazines. He meticulously cut and assembled these images to create beautiful, complex arrangements.

When Rhonda Popko, longtime art educator, activist, and President of the Des Plaines Art Guild was gifted Ken's extraordinary portfolios, she immediately saw their value as a way for people to reuse and appreciate what Ken had put together.

In a number of workshops for The Ken Project, participants used empty CD cases as their canvas, and made their own unique artworks under the expert guidance of Rhonda and members of the Des Plaines Art Guild. The results are not only beautiful, but inspiring as well because of their carefully crafted use of upcycled materials. Everyone involved in The Ken Project brought their pasion and ingenuity to showcasing how creativity and sustainability can live together, bringing joy and happiness to all who see these small works of art.In the Gallery from July 2 through August 27.

Closing reception for the Ken Project is August 27, 5:30–8:00p.
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847-391-5399 or contact@desplaineshistory.org