CAP: Playthings 2012
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What is the Community Arts Project?
We are all about the arts. A. N. Pritzker School is a magnet cluster school specializing in the fine and performing arts and as such we have made the Community Art Project our featured annual event. By reaching out to our community of professional and emerging artists in the vibrant Bucktown/Wicker Park neighborhood, we have created an unrivaled event.
Artists and community members are encouraged to showcase their talents and creativity by producing a one-of-a-kind piece conceptually linked to a theme that is chosen each year. The final works are displayed in the shop windows of area retailers and finally showcased at the evening event held at a local artist’s studio. This exciting fund raising event, open to everyone who purchases a ticket, features drinks, music, socializing, and a silent auction of all of the artist’s unique works.
What is a “plaything”?
A “Plaything” is a toy-like or toy inspired work of art. So it could be something like a puzzle, set of blocks or a toy car – something you can actually play with. Or it could static – something to be admired – like a painting of your favorite stuffed animal, or a sculpture made from 1000 Matchbox cars, or a collage made from a model airplane kit. You get the idea – as long as it can be transported in the trunk of a car and it is a unique piece of art (no store bought toys please) we’d love to have it – so channel your inner child and let your imaginations run wild!!!!
How can I still turn in a ”Plaything”?
Please drop off at the school office or send an email to strong.hw@gmail.com to make alternate drop off arrangements. Ideally we would like have all ”Playthings” by April 15th. Oh, did I mention that each “Plaything” entry will receive a free ticket to the final auction event!!!
Past events
Community Art Project: Playthings 2011
2011 Plaything Gallery
Check out some of the Playthings created for this year’s event:
Playthings 2011
Neighborhood artists and architects parents, as well as the student body of Pritzker School, have generously donated their energy and talent to design, build and create over 50 unique Playthings to be auctioned off. A Plaything is a toy-like art object that can be played with, an art piece created from toys, or an art piece that depicts a toy.
This year’s fabulous Community Art Project poster was designed and printed by Anne Benjamin of MOK DUK. (You might remember her ever popular gnome birdhouse from last year’s CAP.) To learn more about Anne’s illustrations, visit www.annebenjamin.com[img src=http://www.friendsofpritzker.org/wp-content/flagallery/playthings-2011/thumbs/thumbs_agard-1.jpg]Amaze Your Friends (Hans Agard)
Hans is a retired science teacher who loves to “amaze” his grandchildren Piper and Gavin (Pritzker K and Pre K) with mind blowing experiments. He hopes you enjoy learning about physics (pulleys), electricity, and sound vibrations.[img src=http://www.friendsofpritzker.org/wp-content/flagallery/playthings-2011/thumbs/thumbs_agard-2.jpg]Shock Your Friends (Hans Agard)
Hans is a retired science teacher who loves to “amaze” his grandchildren Piper and Gavin (Pritzker K and Pre K) with mind blowing experiments. He hopes you enjoy learning about physics (pulleys), electricity, and sound vibrations.[img src=http://www.friendsofpritzker.org/wp-content/flagallery/playthings-2011/thumbs/thumbs_agard-3.jpg]Sound Investment (Hans Agard)
Hans is a retired science teacher who loves to “amaze” his grandchildren Piper and Gavin (Pritzker K and Pre K) with mind blowing experiments. He hopes you enjoy learning about physics (pulleys), electricity, and sound vibrations.[img src=http://www.friendsofpritzker.org/wp-content/flagallery/playthings-2011/thumbs/thumbs_bruder.jpg]Bruder Cement Truck (donated by Louisa Hollins)
This cool toy was purchased at Building Block Toys and donated by Louisa Hollins[img src=http://www.friendsofpritzker.org/wp-content/flagallery/playthings-2011/thumbs/thumbs_building-blocks-1.jpg]Jack (donated by Building Blocks Toy Stores)
Building Blocks is a wonderful neighborhood store filled with unique toys, and a great supporter of the Pritzker School. Cassandra and Harriet of the Lakeview store created Jack, and Mariel of the Division St. store created Hot Air Balloon. She hopes that you will fill it’s basket with your favorite toys. Friends of Pritzker is grateful for their generous support of this event.[img src=http://www.friendsofpritzker.org/wp-content/flagallery/playthings-2011/thumbs/thumbs_building-blocks-2.jpg]Hot Air Balloon (Jack and Simone Karle and Ariele Rios )
Building Blocks is a wonderful neighborhood store filled with unique toys, and a great supporter of the Pritzker School. Cassandra Forcier and Harriet Mishoulam of the Lakeview store created Jack, and Simone Karle and Ariele Rios of the Division St. store created Hot Air Balloon. They hope you will fill it’s basket with your favorite toys. Friends of Pritzker is grateful for their generous support of this event.[img src=http://www.friendsofpritzker.org/wp-content/flagallery/playthings-2011/thumbs/thumbs_burak.jpg]Flohmarket Treasure (Jennifer Burak)
Jennifer is an art director/designer and runs a screen printing studio in Bucktown – www.zerobirdstudio.com Flohmarket Treasure is a 2-color screen print on glass and paper inspired by a little wind-up toy found at a rainy flea market in Germany.[img src=http://www.friendsofpritzker.org/wp-content/flagallery/playthings-2011/thumbs/thumbs_greeby.jpg]popSkate (Michael Greeby)
Michael, a parent of two children in Pritzker, fits graphic arts into every spare moment of his day. His training as an engineer and experience as a national retail real estate consult support his love for urban spaces and cartography. Look for your hood on popCartography.com.[img src=http://www.friendsofpritzker.org/wp-content/flagallery/playthings-2011/thumbs/thumbs_hunt-k.jpg]House of P-Lam (Kurt Hunt and Christine Rosenberg)
Being “green” architects, this “Plaything” was inspired by 2 of our favorite things – Recycling and the 1950’s Modern Movement. Based on the historic “House of Cards” toy created in 1952 by Charles & Ray Eames and an urge to do something cool with the samples in our architectural library, we created these plastic laminate (P-Lam) cards that can be made into three-dimensional structures of various shapes and sizes. Christine and Kurt, both architects meet, while working at the firm Valerio Dewalt Train www.buildordie.com [img src=http://www.friendsofpritzker.org/wp-content/flagallery/playthings-2011/thumbs/thumbs_hunt-l.jpg]Golden Memories from the Golden Arches (Laura Jones Hunt)
Laura is a creative writer who lives in the Pritzker neighborhood. Her “Plaything” creation is a statement about the commercial nature of the fast food industry and our “throw away culture.” What is her “Plaything” saying? You decide![img src=http://www.friendsofpritzker.org/wp-content/flagallery/playthings-2011/thumbs/thumbs_jennings.jpg]Ulisee (square robot), Sylix (round robot), and Hyfly-66 (rocket) (Chris Jennings)
Christopher Jennings is a Wicker Park resident and partner/ principal at Kitemath, the firm he co-founded with Jennifer Mayer in 2002. Chris leads Kitemath’s web practice, designing interactive experiences for clients such as EMC, Fidelity, Towers Watson and Kraft Foods. Chris is a sculptor, painter and mixed media artist whose work has been featured in Print and Graphis. Chris earned his bachelor of science from Illinois State University. For more information about Chris or to check out his other robots, please visit his website www.retrobotics.com[img src=http://www.friendsofpritzker.org/wp-content/flagallery/playthings-2011/thumbs/thumbs_kaufman.jpg]Dizzy Artic Anxiety (Rebecca Kaufman)
Rebecca is an artist originally from upstate New York. Her “Plaything” is based on the Hans Christian Andersen story, “The Ice Maiden.” The triangular origami shape is meant to represent a glacier, but it also can stand in for other natural disasters, such as a volcano, tsunami wave etc. She chose to make the Ice Maiden with red hair because she was thinking of her as Rita Hayworth in the movie Gilda (in that movie her character sings a song called "Put the blame on Mame" where a mythical person named Mame is blamed for the Chicago fire, an earthquake and a blizzard), so that reminded me of the ice maiden as a personification of the cruelty of nature represented by glaciers/avalanches.[img src=http://www.friendsofpritzker.org/wp-content/flagallery/playthings-2011/thumbs/thumbs_marx.jpg]Catapult I, II, III, IV, V (Stacy Marx)
Is a catapult something you’ve seen only on the History Channel and in bad Mel Gibson movies, but never in real life? Haven’t you always longed for the chance to fire one of these bad boys? Well now is your chance. (Yes, this really works!!!! ) Your friends will be awestruck and your enemies in constant fear. (Multiple lots of this item are available so purchase many and start your own army.)[img src=http://www.friendsofpritzker.org/wp-content/flagallery/playthings-2011/thumbs/thumbs_mazzei.jpg]Lil’ Banksy: My 1st Graffiti Set (Myra Mazzei)
Myra is Wicker Park print maker (who designed the 2009, 2010 Community Art Project: Birdhouse poster.) Her “Plaything” is to inspire all little urban artists. She’d like mom’s to know that all supplies are eco friendly and water based. She hopes this set will help create lots of cool t-shirts and maybe even a little writing on the wall (just kidding).[img src=http://www.friendsofpritzker.org/wp-content/flagallery/playthings-2011/thumbs/thumbs_mcpherson.jpg]Inside Out: Grade School Anatomy (Kathy McPherson)
Kathy, is an emergency room nurse, who created this “Plaything” to help children learn what’s on the inside. She hopes you have many hours of interactive fun with this toy. Who knows you may have a budding surgeon at home? [img src=http://www.friendsofpritzker.org/wp-content/flagallery/playthings-2011/thumbs/thumbs_mendoza.jpg]3D Wooden Jig Saw Puzzles (Dan + Melissa Mendoza)
Dan and Melissa Mendoza, parents of a Pritzker kindergartener, call wood working their hobby. They hope you enjoy these 3D puzzles which can be painted or left natural; lay flat or stand up.[img src=http://www.friendsofpritzker.org/wp-content/flagallery/playthings-2011/thumbs/thumbs_micro-g-bike.jpg]Micro G Bike (donated by David Feltes)
This cool balance bike was purchased at Building Block Toys and donated by David Feltes.[img src=http://www.friendsofpritzker.org/wp-content/flagallery/playthings-2011/thumbs/thumbs_murray.jpg]What's in a Box (Lety Murray)
“What’s in a Box” is a playtime building system consisting of interlocking cardboard pucks and panels which come together to define and form varying play spaces. Lety is a designer and planner at THESTUDIO14.[img src=http://www.friendsofpritzker.org/wp-content/flagallery/playthings-2011/thumbs/thumbs_niemiec.jpg]Wild Cat Corn Toss Game (Mike and Francine Niemiec)
The Niemiec’s, a Pritzker School family, hopes you enjoy this classic game. It has been tested by their sons and is sure to entertain adults and children alike.[img src=http://www.friendsofpritzker.org/wp-content/flagallery/playthings-2011/thumbs/thumbs_nussbaum.jpg]Shut the Box (John Nussbaum)
This is a great game for learning your numbers. It’s classic design and simple rules (printed on back) are sure to bring out the competitive edge in the whole family. Who knows with enough practice you might win a future fortune at swanky Las Vegas casino?[img src=http://www.friendsofpritzker.org/wp-content/flagallery/playthings-2011/thumbs/thumbs_pacifico.jpg]Not Your Brother’s Legos (Ashley Pacifico and Sadie Strong)
Inspired by her younger brother’s Legos, Sadie wanted to build something non-traditional. So this teacher - student pair created something girly out of a boy-ish toy: Jewelry. They hope these bracelets, become a favorite accessory. They’re sure to start a lot of conversations.[img src=http://www.friendsofpritzker.org/wp-content/flagallery/playthings-2011/thumbs/thumbs_peterson.jpg]The Playground (Jake Peterson)
Jake is a proud Pritzker dad, who created this wooden table-top pinball machine. He’d like to thank Richard Huffat at Mid-West Pinball Restoration for donating the ball and springs.[img src=http://www.friendsofpritzker.org/wp-content/flagallery/playthings-2011/thumbs/thumbs_rappe-1.jpg]Hardcarved Wooden Toys (Scott + Grace Rappe)
These lovely wooden toys were donated by a Pritzker family - the Rappe's. They are sure to delight any small child or look great on a nursery shelf! Scott is a principal at Kuklinski + Rappe Architecture (1915 W. Division)[img src=http://www.friendsofpritzker.org/wp-content/flagallery/playthings-2011/thumbs/thumbs_rappe-2.jpg]Hardcarved Wooden Toys (Scott + Grace Rappe)
These lovely wooden toys were donated by a Pritzker family - the Rappe's. They are sure to delight any small child or look great on a nursery shelf! Scott is a principal at Kuklinski + Rappe Architecture (1915 W. Division)[img src=http://www.friendsofpritzker.org/wp-content/flagallery/playthings-2011/thumbs/thumbs_rod-1.jpg]Award Winner (Mig Rod)
Originally introduced into the Toy Hall of Fame in 2008, the stick is a clear world winner in breaking cultural, economic, age, gender and manufacturing barriers. This Chicago oak branch (naturally separated from the tree) is oil panted and rests in a painted lasercut basswood stand. It can be played with as long as it is returned to its throne when not being played with. Mig is a designer of performative objects and spaces at THESTUDIO14. [img src=http://www.friendsofpritzker.org/wp-content/flagallery/playthings-2011/thumbs/thumbs_rod-2.jpg]Handy (Mig Rod)
Mig is a designer of performative objects and spaces at THESTUDIO14. His “Plaything,” Handy is always ready to help by holding your scarf, hats and jackets. It is made with cast Rockite cement, oil painted pure white, on milled poplar, mineral oiled board and attached with epoxy resin on zinc screws. When asked if Handy can be played with like a toy, Mig responded, “Yes, by tossing light hanging objects to catch on the helping hands.”[img src=http://www.friendsofpritzker.org/wp-content/flagallery/playthings-2011/thumbs/thumbs_rosenberg.jpg]House of P-Lam (Christine Rosenberg and Kurt Hunt)
Being “green” architects, this “Plaything” was inspired by 2 of our favorite things – Recycling and the 1950’s Modern Movement. Based on the historic “House of Cards” toy created in 1952 by Charles & Ray Eames and an urge to do something cool with the samples in our architectural library, we created these plastic laminate (P-Lam) cards that can be made into three-dimensional structures of various shapes and sizes. Christine and Kurt, both architects meet while working at the firm Valerio Dewalt Train www.buildordie.com [img src=http://www.friendsofpritzker.org/wp-content/flagallery/playthings-2011/thumbs/thumbs_samuelson.jpg]No Fat Felt Pizza (Holly Samuelson)
Holly Samuelson, long time lover of Chicago deep dish pizza, created this “Plaything” for some child’s kitchen. She and her niece (Pritzker 2011 student) spend endless hours cooking, grocery shopping and playing restaurant with Aunt Holly’s fabulous food creations. Holly is an architect who is currently a PhD student studying sustainable design and energy modeling.[img src=http://www.friendsofpritzker.org/wp-content/flagallery/playthings-2011/thumbs/thumbs_schmidt-1.jpg]Magnetic Poetry: Wicker Park Edition (Linda Schmidt)
Linda Schmidt, owner or Cat n Mouse game store on Armitage Ave, and Pritzker mom wanted to create something local so she created this custom poetry set. How are you going to describe your neighborhood? As for this “trendy hipster (not),” I’d like to thank the Cat n Mouse store for their ongoing generosity toward the Pritzker School. www.cat-n-mouse.com[img src=http://www.friendsofpritzker.org/wp-content/flagallery/playthings-2011/thumbs/thumbs_schmidt-2.jpg]City Blocks (Linda Schmidt)
Linda Schmidt, owner or Cat n Mouse game store on Armitage Ave, and Pritzker mom, wanted to create something local so she built a neighborhood (or at least parts of it). Look for familiar Wicker Park/ Bucktown as well as Chicagoland landmarks in this set of wooden blocks. Friends of Pritzker would like to express our extreme gratitude for the Schmidt’s continued support of our projects. www.cat-n-mouse.com[img src=http://www.friendsofpritzker.org/wp-content/flagallery/playthings-2011/thumbs/thumbs_schwaiger.jpg]7 Monkeys, No Barrel (Scott Schwaiger)
The artist wishes the following to be said of this work: “We haveall tried living without seven black-n-white monkeys, and we all know how difficult that can be.”[img src=http://www.friendsofpritzker.org/wp-content/flagallery/playthings-2011/thumbs/thumbs_skittles.jpg]Skittles (donated by Cat n Mouse Game Store)
This tabletop version of a classic sport was donated by Cat n Mouse Game Store. Did you know the game of Skittles is centuries old and was a favorite of Nelson’s British Navy?[img src=http://www.friendsofpritzker.org/wp-content/flagallery/playthings-2011/thumbs/thumbs_smith.jpg]Elephant + Mouse (Schuyler Smith)
Schuyler is a designer at the world renowned architecture firm Studio Gang, which has it’s office right here in Wicker Park (above the Aldo store on the Polish Triangle.) It’s often said that the biggest animal at the circus (the elephant) is best friends with the smallest (the mouse), both are sure to become some lucky child’s new friends. www.studiogang.net[img src=http://www.friendsofpritzker.org/wp-content/flagallery/playthings-2011/thumbs/thumbs_somers.jpg]Somers’ Chess (Paul Somers)
You’ve probably played chess before, but never like this. You can’t help but smile, even when your stout comical king is in checkmate, when using this whimsical set. Paul Somers, founder of Somers Studio defines his work as “cubism-meets-Looney Tunes style.” For more information about this Pritzker School dad and his work visit his website www.somersstudio.com[img src=http://www.friendsofpritzker.org/wp-content/flagallery/playthings-2011/thumbs/thumbs_strong-d.jpg]Build Set (David Strong)
Isn’t this the scale you always dreamed an Erector set would be? David (an architect and engineer) created this “Plaything” to inspire reoccurring building on a large scale. He challenges kids to build spaces big enough to occupy. Supplementation with sofa cushions and blankets is strongly encouraged, just be sure to avoid structural failure.[img src=http://www.friendsofpritzker.org/wp-content/flagallery/playthings-2011/thumbs/thumbs_strong-h.jpg]Never Go To Bed Angry (Heather Strong and Thomas Wasilowski)
You’ve heard the expression “Never Go to Bed Angry,” well these nightstands will be a constant reminder if they flank your bedside. The plexi-glass top is not affixed to the army, so use care when transporting – carrying the table and glass separately. Thomas and Heather are a pair of father-daughter architects. Heather has fond childhood memories of time spent in the woodshop and has been known to make extended visits to Pittsburgh with projects in mind.[img src=http://www.friendsofpritzker.org/wp-content/flagallery/playthings-2011/thumbs/thumbs_strong-s.jpg]Not Your Brothers Legos (Sadie Strong and Ashley Pacifico)
Sadie is a future 2011 Pritzker kindergartener. Her “Plaything” was inspired by her younger brother’s Legos. But, she wanted to build something non-traditional. So this teacher -student pair created something girly out of a boy-ish toy: Jewelry. They hope these bracelets, become a favorite accessory. They’re sure to start a lot of conversations. Sadie’s parents are concerned that she might be heading into the architecture field (there are already too many architects in the family- 4). Maybe Pritzker School can help with a different career choice.[img src=http://www.friendsofpritzker.org/wp-content/flagallery/playthings-2011/thumbs/thumbs_viamontes.jpg]Mr. Slithers (Mindy Viamontes and Kaitlin Streyle)
Mr. Slithers may be the only giant snake you won’t be a afraid of. This friendly five foot creature is completely hand knit and looks great draped over a chair, or if you’re really daring as a fashion statement draped around your neck. Both Mindy and Kaitlin are architects at Muller+Muller, Ltd. (700 N Sangamon St)[img src=http://www.friendsofpritzker.org/wp-content/flagallery/playthings-2011/thumbs/thumbs_wasilowski-s.jpg]Bathtime Tuffet (Syble Wasilowski)
This might be the only bath toy in the “Playthings” auction. This unique toy is sure to provide sudsy fun. Syble is a FACS teacher (Family and Consumer Science (formerly Home Economics). She has taught thousands of 7th graders the art of sewing. She is looking forward to retirement and extended visits to Wicker Park where her only sewing students will be her 2 grandchildren.[img src=http://www.friendsofpritzker.org/wp-content/flagallery/playthings-2011/thumbs/thumbs_wasilowski.jpg]Never Go To Bed Angry (Thomas Wasilowski and Heather Strong)
You’ve heard the expression “Never Go to Bed Angry,” well these nightstands will be a constant reminder if they flank your bedside. The plexi-glass top is not affixed to the army, so use care when transporting – carrying the table and glass separately. Thomas and Heather are a pair of father-daughter architects. Thomas is a long time wood worker who has created many decorative and furniture pieces for family and friends. He is a believer in the true beauty of wood, and wants you to know that he would never use plastic or paint in one of his designs. He chalks this one up to a daughter’s bad influence. His daughter response, “Who says you can’t teach an old dog new tricks?”[img src=http://www.friendsofpritzker.org/wp-content/flagallery/playthings-2011/thumbs/thumbs_williams.jpg]Play House (Betsy Williams)
This miniature room is made with boxes, packaging, and catalogs from Betsy’s collection. It explores ideas about scale, perspective, flexibility, sustainability, and idealized domestic design portrayed in catalogs. No project is too small for this architect who cites the miniature Thorn Rooms at the Chicago Art Institute as a childhood inspiration. An advocate for living with less and living in less, Betsy believes beautiful and sustainable architecture can be made using ordinary materials put to careful and clever use. Someof Betsy’s slightly bigger projects have been featured in Architectural Record, Metropolitan Home, and Wood Houses. www.bewill@umich.edu
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A selection of some of the artist’s birdhouses made for this year’s event.
CAP: 2010 – Birdhouses
CAP: 2010 Birdhouse
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Prepping for Birdhouse 2010
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Volunteers prepare Wesley Kimler’s studio, the scene for yet another Community Arts Project event.
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CAP: 2009 – Birdhouses
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![[img src=http://www.friendsofpritzker.org/wp-content/flagallery/playthings-2011/thumbs/thumbs_a-playthings2011_finalweb.gif]Playthings (Anne Benjamin)This year’s fabulous Community Art Project poster was designed and printed by Anne Benjamin of MOK DUK. (You might remember her ever popular gnome birdhouse from last year’s CAP.) To learn more about Anne’s illustrations, visit www.annebenjamin.com](http://www.friendsofpritzker.org/wp-content/flagallery/playthings-2011/a-playthings2011_finalweb.gif){kind=link}
![[img src=http://www.friendsofpritzker.org/wp-content/flagallery/playthings-2011/thumbs/thumbs_agard-1.jpg]Amaze Your Friends (Hans Agard)Hans is a retired science teacher who loves to “amaze” his grandchildren Piper and Gavin (Pritzker K and Pre K) with mind blowing experiments. He hopes you enjoy learning about physics (pulleys), electricity, and sound vibrations.](http://www.friendsofpritzker.org/wp-content/flagallery/playthings-2011/agard-1.jpg){kind=link}
![[img src=http://www.friendsofpritzker.org/wp-content/flagallery/playthings-2011/thumbs/thumbs_agard-2.jpg]Shock Your Friends (Hans Agard)Hans is a retired science teacher who loves to “amaze” his grandchildren Piper and Gavin (Pritzker K and Pre K) with mind blowing experiments. He hopes you enjoy learning about physics (pulleys), electricity, and sound vibrations.](http://www.friendsofpritzker.org/wp-content/flagallery/playthings-2011/agard-2.jpg){kind=link}
![[img src=http://www.friendsofpritzker.org/wp-content/flagallery/playthings-2011/thumbs/thumbs_agard-3.jpg]Sound Investment (Hans Agard)Hans is a retired science teacher who loves to “amaze” his grandchildren Piper and Gavin (Pritzker K and Pre K) with mind blowing experiments. He hopes you enjoy learning about physics (pulleys), electricity, and sound vibrations.](http://www.friendsofpritzker.org/wp-content/flagallery/playthings-2011/agard-3.jpg){kind=link}
![[img src=http://www.friendsofpritzker.org/wp-content/flagallery/playthings-2011/thumbs/thumbs_bruder.jpg]Bruder Cement Truck (donated by Louisa Hollins)This cool toy was purchased at Building Block Toys and donated by Louisa Hollins](http://www.friendsofpritzker.org/wp-content/flagallery/playthings-2011/bruder.jpg){kind=link}
![[img src=http://www.friendsofpritzker.org/wp-content/flagallery/playthings-2011/thumbs/thumbs_building-blocks-1.jpg]Jack (donated by Building Blocks Toy Stores)Building Blocks is a wonderful neighborhood store filled with unique toys, and a great supporter of the Pritzker School. Cassandra and Harriet of the Lakeview store created Jack, and Mariel of the Division St. store created Hot Air Balloon. She hopes that you will fill it’s basket with your favorite toys. Friends of Pritzker is grateful for their generous support of this event.](http://www.friendsofpritzker.org/wp-content/flagallery/playthings-2011/building-blocks-1.jpg){kind=link}
![[img src=http://www.friendsofpritzker.org/wp-content/flagallery/playthings-2011/thumbs/thumbs_building-blocks-2.jpg]Hot Air Balloon (Jack and Simone Karle and Ariele Rios )Building Blocks is a wonderful neighborhood store filled with unique toys, and a great supporter of the Pritzker School. Cassandra Forcier and Harriet Mishoulam of the Lakeview store created Jack, and Simone Karle and Ariele Rios of the Division St. store created Hot Air Balloon. They hope you will fill it’s basket with your favorite toys. Friends of Pritzker is grateful for their generous support of this event.](http://www.friendsofpritzker.org/wp-content/flagallery/playthings-2011/building-blocks-2.jpg){kind=link}
![[img src=http://www.friendsofpritzker.org/wp-content/flagallery/playthings-2011/thumbs/thumbs_burak.jpg]Flohmarket Treasure (Jennifer Burak)Jennifer is an art director/designer and runs a screen printing studio in Bucktown – www.zerobirdstudio.com Flohmarket Treasure is a 2-color screen print on glass and paper inspired by a little wind-up toy found at a rainy flea market in Germany.](http://www.friendsofpritzker.org/wp-content/flagallery/playthings-2011/burak.jpg){kind=link}
![[img src=http://www.friendsofpritzker.org/wp-content/flagallery/playthings-2011/thumbs/thumbs_greeby.jpg]popSkate (Michael Greeby)Michael, a parent of two children in Pritzker, fits graphic arts into every spare moment of his day. His training as an engineer and experience as a national retail real estate consult support his love for urban spaces and cartography. Look for your hood on popCartography.com.](http://www.friendsofpritzker.org/wp-content/flagallery/playthings-2011/greeby.jpg){kind=link}
![[img src=http://www.friendsofpritzker.org/wp-content/flagallery/playthings-2011/thumbs/thumbs_hunt-k.jpg]House of P-Lam (Kurt Hunt and Christine Rosenberg)Being “green” architects, this “Plaything” was inspired by 2 of our favorite things – Recycling and the 1950’s Modern Movement. Based on the historic “House of Cards” toy created in 1952 by Charles & Ray Eames and an urge to do something cool with the samples in our architectural library, we created these plastic laminate (P-Lam) cards that can be made into three-dimensional structures of various shapes and sizes. Christine and Kurt, both architects meet, while working at the firm Valerio Dewalt Train www.buildordie.com](http://www.friendsofpritzker.org/wp-content/flagallery/playthings-2011/hunt-k.jpg){kind=link}
![[img src=http://www.friendsofpritzker.org/wp-content/flagallery/playthings-2011/thumbs/thumbs_hunt-l.jpg]Golden Memories from the Golden Arches (Laura Jones Hunt)Laura is a creative writer who lives in the Pritzker neighborhood. Her “Plaything” creation is a statement about the commercial nature of the fast food industry and our “throw away culture.” What is her “Plaything” saying? You decide!](http://www.friendsofpritzker.org/wp-content/flagallery/playthings-2011/hunt-l.jpg){kind=link}
![[img src=http://www.friendsofpritzker.org/wp-content/flagallery/playthings-2011/thumbs/thumbs_jennings.jpg]Ulisee (square robot), Sylix (round robot), and Hyfly-66 (rocket) (Chris Jennings)Christopher Jennings is a Wicker Park resident and partner/ principal at Kitemath, the firm he co-founded with Jennifer Mayer in 2002. Chris leads Kitemath’s web practice, designing interactive experiences for clients such as EMC, Fidelity, Towers Watson and Kraft Foods. Chris is a sculptor, painter and mixed media artist whose work has been featured in Print and Graphis. Chris earned his bachelor of science from Illinois State University. For more information about Chris or to check out his other robots, please visit his website www.retrobotics.com](http://www.friendsofpritzker.org/wp-content/flagallery/playthings-2011/jennings.jpg){kind=link}
![[img src=http://www.friendsofpritzker.org/wp-content/flagallery/playthings-2011/thumbs/thumbs_kaufman.jpg]Dizzy Artic Anxiety (Rebecca Kaufman)Rebecca is an artist originally from upstate New York. Her “Plaything” is based on the Hans Christian Andersen story, “The Ice Maiden.” The triangular origami shape is meant to represent a glacier, but it also can stand in for other natural disasters, such as a volcano, tsunami wave etc. She chose to make the Ice Maiden with red hair because she was thinking of her as Rita Hayworth in the movie Gilda (in that movie her character sings a song called "Put the blame on Mame" where a mythical person named Mame is blamed for the Chicago fire, an earthquake and a blizzard), so that reminded me of the ice maiden as a personification of the cruelty of nature represented by glaciers/avalanches.](http://www.friendsofpritzker.org/wp-content/flagallery/playthings-2011/kaufman.jpg){kind=link}
![[img src=http://www.friendsofpritzker.org/wp-content/flagallery/playthings-2011/thumbs/thumbs_marx.jpg]Catapult I, II, III, IV, V (Stacy Marx)Is a catapult something you’ve seen only on the History Channel and in bad Mel Gibson movies, but never in real life? Haven’t you always longed for the chance to fire one of these bad boys? Well now is your chance. (Yes, this really works!!!! ) Your friends will be awestruck and your enemies in constant fear. (Multiple lots of this item are available so purchase many and start your own army.)](http://www.friendsofpritzker.org/wp-content/flagallery/playthings-2011/marx.jpg){kind=link}
![[img src=http://www.friendsofpritzker.org/wp-content/flagallery/playthings-2011/thumbs/thumbs_mazzei.jpg]Lil’ Banksy: My 1st Graffiti Set (Myra Mazzei)Myra is Wicker Park print maker (who designed the 2009, 2010 Community Art Project: Birdhouse poster.) Her “Plaything” is to inspire all little urban artists. She’d like mom’s to know that all supplies are eco friendly and water based. She hopes this set will help create lots of cool t-shirts and maybe even a little writing on the wall (just kidding).](http://www.friendsofpritzker.org/wp-content/flagallery/playthings-2011/mazzei.jpg){kind=link}
![[img src=http://www.friendsofpritzker.org/wp-content/flagallery/playthings-2011/thumbs/thumbs_mcpherson.jpg]Inside Out: Grade School Anatomy (Kathy McPherson)Kathy, is an emergency room nurse, who created this “Plaything” to help children learn what’s on the inside. She hopes you have many hours of interactive fun with this toy. Who knows you may have a budding surgeon at home?](http://www.friendsofpritzker.org/wp-content/flagallery/playthings-2011/mcpherson.jpg){kind=link}
![[img src=http://www.friendsofpritzker.org/wp-content/flagallery/playthings-2011/thumbs/thumbs_mendoza.jpg]3D Wooden Jig Saw Puzzles (Dan + Melissa Mendoza)Dan and Melissa Mendoza, parents of a Pritzker kindergartener, call wood working their hobby. They hope you enjoy these 3D puzzles which can be painted or left natural; lay flat or stand up.](http://www.friendsofpritzker.org/wp-content/flagallery/playthings-2011/mendoza.jpg){kind=link}
![[img src=http://www.friendsofpritzker.org/wp-content/flagallery/playthings-2011/thumbs/thumbs_micro-g-bike.jpg]Micro G Bike (donated by David Feltes)This cool balance bike was purchased at Building Block Toys and donated by David Feltes.](http://www.friendsofpritzker.org/wp-content/flagallery/playthings-2011/micro-g-bike.jpg){kind=link}
![[img src=http://www.friendsofpritzker.org/wp-content/flagallery/playthings-2011/thumbs/thumbs_murray.jpg]What's in a Box (Lety Murray)“What’s in a Box” is a playtime building system consisting of interlocking cardboard pucks and panels which come together to define and form varying play spaces. Lety is a designer and planner at THESTUDIO14.](http://www.friendsofpritzker.org/wp-content/flagallery/playthings-2011/murray.jpg){kind=link}
![[img src=http://www.friendsofpritzker.org/wp-content/flagallery/playthings-2011/thumbs/thumbs_niemiec.jpg]Wild Cat Corn Toss Game (Mike and Francine Niemiec)The Niemiec’s, a Pritzker School family, hopes you enjoy this classic game. It has been tested by their sons and is sure to entertain adults and children alike.](http://www.friendsofpritzker.org/wp-content/flagallery/playthings-2011/niemiec.jpg){kind=link}
![[img src=http://www.friendsofpritzker.org/wp-content/flagallery/playthings-2011/thumbs/thumbs_nussbaum.jpg]Shut the Box (John Nussbaum)This is a great game for learning your numbers. It’s classic design and simple rules (printed on back) are sure to bring out the competitive edge in the whole family. Who knows with enough practice you might win a future fortune at swanky Las Vegas casino?](http://www.friendsofpritzker.org/wp-content/flagallery/playthings-2011/nussbaum.jpg){kind=link}
![[img src=http://www.friendsofpritzker.org/wp-content/flagallery/playthings-2011/thumbs/thumbs_pacifico.jpg]Not Your Brother’s Legos (Ashley Pacifico and Sadie Strong)Inspired by her younger brother’s Legos, Sadie wanted to build something non-traditional. So this teacher - student pair created something girly out of a boy-ish toy: Jewelry. They hope these bracelets, become a favorite accessory. They’re sure to start a lot of conversations.](http://www.friendsofpritzker.org/wp-content/flagallery/playthings-2011/pacifico.jpg){kind=link}
![[img src=http://www.friendsofpritzker.org/wp-content/flagallery/playthings-2011/thumbs/thumbs_peterson.jpg]The Playground (Jake Peterson)Jake is a proud Pritzker dad, who created this wooden table-top pinball machine. He’d like to thank Richard Huffat at Mid-West Pinball Restoration for donating the ball and springs.](http://www.friendsofpritzker.org/wp-content/flagallery/playthings-2011/peterson.jpg){kind=link}
![[img src=http://www.friendsofpritzker.org/wp-content/flagallery/playthings-2011/thumbs/thumbs_rappe-1.jpg]Hardcarved Wooden Toys (Scott + Grace Rappe)These lovely wooden toys were donated by a Pritzker family - the Rappe's. They are sure to delight any small child or look great on a nursery shelf! Scott is a principal at Kuklinski + Rappe Architecture (1915 W. Division)](http://www.friendsofpritzker.org/wp-content/flagallery/playthings-2011/rappe-1.jpg){kind=link}
![[img src=http://www.friendsofpritzker.org/wp-content/flagallery/playthings-2011/thumbs/thumbs_rappe-2.jpg]Hardcarved Wooden Toys (Scott + Grace Rappe)These lovely wooden toys were donated by a Pritzker family - the Rappe's. They are sure to delight any small child or look great on a nursery shelf! Scott is a principal at Kuklinski + Rappe Architecture (1915 W. Division)](http://www.friendsofpritzker.org/wp-content/flagallery/playthings-2011/rappe-2.jpg){kind=link}
![[img src=http://www.friendsofpritzker.org/wp-content/flagallery/playthings-2011/thumbs/thumbs_rod-1.jpg]Award Winner (Mig Rod)Originally introduced into the Toy Hall of Fame in 2008, the stick is a clear world winner in breaking cultural, economic, age, gender and manufacturing barriers. This Chicago oak branch (naturally separated from the tree) is oil panted and rests in a painted lasercut basswood stand. It can be played with as long as it is returned to its throne when not being played with. Mig is a designer of performative objects and spaces at THESTUDIO14.](http://www.friendsofpritzker.org/wp-content/flagallery/playthings-2011/rod-1.jpg){kind=link}
![[img src=http://www.friendsofpritzker.org/wp-content/flagallery/playthings-2011/thumbs/thumbs_rod-2.jpg]Handy (Mig Rod)Mig is a designer of performative objects and spaces at THESTUDIO14. His “Plaything,” Handy is always ready to help by holding your scarf, hats and jackets. It is made with cast Rockite cement, oil painted pure white, on milled poplar, mineral oiled board and attached with epoxy resin on zinc screws. When asked if Handy can be played with like a toy, Mig responded, “Yes, by tossing light hanging objects to catch on the helping hands.”](http://www.friendsofpritzker.org/wp-content/flagallery/playthings-2011/rod-2.jpg){kind=link}
![[img src=http://www.friendsofpritzker.org/wp-content/flagallery/playthings-2011/thumbs/thumbs_rosenberg.jpg]House of P-Lam (Christine Rosenberg and Kurt Hunt)Being “green” architects, this “Plaything” was inspired by 2 of our favorite things – Recycling and the 1950’s Modern Movement. Based on the historic “House of Cards” toy created in 1952 by Charles & Ray Eames and an urge to do something cool with the samples in our architectural library, we created these plastic laminate (P-Lam) cards that can be made into three-dimensional structures of various shapes and sizes. Christine and Kurt, both architects meet while working at the firm Valerio Dewalt Train www.buildordie.com](http://www.friendsofpritzker.org/wp-content/flagallery/playthings-2011/rosenberg.jpg){kind=link}
![[img src=http://www.friendsofpritzker.org/wp-content/flagallery/playthings-2011/thumbs/thumbs_samuelson.jpg]No Fat Felt Pizza (Holly Samuelson)Holly Samuelson, long time lover of Chicago deep dish pizza, created this “Plaything” for some child’s kitchen. She and her niece (Pritzker 2011 student) spend endless hours cooking, grocery shopping and playing restaurant with Aunt Holly’s fabulous food creations. Holly is an architect who is currently a PhD student studying sustainable design and energy modeling.](http://www.friendsofpritzker.org/wp-content/flagallery/playthings-2011/samuelson.jpg){kind=link}
![[img src=http://www.friendsofpritzker.org/wp-content/flagallery/playthings-2011/thumbs/thumbs_schmidt-1.jpg]Magnetic Poetry: Wicker Park Edition (Linda Schmidt)Linda Schmidt, owner or Cat n Mouse game store on Armitage Ave, and Pritzker mom wanted to create something local so she created this custom poetry set. How are you going to describe your neighborhood? As for this “trendy hipster (not),” I’d like to thank the Cat n Mouse store for their ongoing generosity toward the Pritzker School. www.cat-n-mouse.com](http://www.friendsofpritzker.org/wp-content/flagallery/playthings-2011/schmidt-1.jpg){kind=link}
![[img src=http://www.friendsofpritzker.org/wp-content/flagallery/playthings-2011/thumbs/thumbs_schmidt-2.jpg]City Blocks (Linda Schmidt)Linda Schmidt, owner or Cat n Mouse game store on Armitage Ave, and Pritzker mom, wanted to create something local so she built a neighborhood (or at least parts of it). Look for familiar Wicker Park/ Bucktown as well as Chicagoland landmarks in this set of wooden blocks. Friends of Pritzker would like to express our extreme gratitude for the Schmidt’s continued support of our projects. www.cat-n-mouse.com](http://www.friendsofpritzker.org/wp-content/flagallery/playthings-2011/schmidt-2.jpg){kind=link}
![[img src=http://www.friendsofpritzker.org/wp-content/flagallery/playthings-2011/thumbs/thumbs_schwaiger.jpg]7 Monkeys, No Barrel (Scott Schwaiger)The artist wishes the following to be said of this work: “We haveall tried living without seven black-n-white monkeys, and we all know how difficult that can be.”](http://www.friendsofpritzker.org/wp-content/flagallery/playthings-2011/schwaiger.jpg){kind=link}
![[img src=http://www.friendsofpritzker.org/wp-content/flagallery/playthings-2011/thumbs/thumbs_skittles.jpg]Skittles (donated by Cat n Mouse Game Store)This tabletop version of a classic sport was donated by Cat n Mouse Game Store. Did you know the game of Skittles is centuries old and was a favorite of Nelson’s British Navy?](http://www.friendsofpritzker.org/wp-content/flagallery/playthings-2011/skittles.jpg){kind=link}
![[img src=http://www.friendsofpritzker.org/wp-content/flagallery/playthings-2011/thumbs/thumbs_smith.jpg]Elephant + Mouse (Schuyler Smith)Schuyler is a designer at the world renowned architecture firm Studio Gang, which has it’s office right here in Wicker Park (above the Aldo store on the Polish Triangle.) It’s often said that the biggest animal at the circus (the elephant) is best friends with the smallest (the mouse), both are sure to become some lucky child’s new friends. www.studiogang.net](http://www.friendsofpritzker.org/wp-content/flagallery/playthings-2011/smith.jpg){kind=link}
![[img src=http://www.friendsofpritzker.org/wp-content/flagallery/playthings-2011/thumbs/thumbs_somers.jpg]Somers’ Chess (Paul Somers)You’ve probably played chess before, but never like this. You can’t help but smile, even when your stout comical king is in checkmate, when using this whimsical set. Paul Somers, founder of Somers Studio defines his work as “cubism-meets-Looney Tunes style.” For more information about this Pritzker School dad and his work visit his website www.somersstudio.com](http://www.friendsofpritzker.org/wp-content/flagallery/playthings-2011/somers.jpg){kind=link}
![[img src=http://www.friendsofpritzker.org/wp-content/flagallery/playthings-2011/thumbs/thumbs_strong-d.jpg]Build Set (David Strong)Isn’t this the scale you always dreamed an Erector set would be? David (an architect and engineer) created this “Plaything” to inspire reoccurring building on a large scale. He challenges kids to build spaces big enough to occupy. Supplementation with sofa cushions and blankets is strongly encouraged, just be sure to avoid structural failure.](http://www.friendsofpritzker.org/wp-content/flagallery/playthings-2011/strong-d.jpg){kind=link}
![[img src=http://www.friendsofpritzker.org/wp-content/flagallery/playthings-2011/thumbs/thumbs_strong-h.jpg]Never Go To Bed Angry (Heather Strong and Thomas Wasilowski)You’ve heard the expression “Never Go to Bed Angry,” well these nightstands will be a constant reminder if they flank your bedside. The plexi-glass top is not affixed to the army, so use care when transporting – carrying the table and glass separately. Thomas and Heather are a pair of father-daughter architects. Heather has fond childhood memories of time spent in the woodshop and has been known to make extended visits to Pittsburgh with projects in mind.](http://www.friendsofpritzker.org/wp-content/flagallery/playthings-2011/strong-h.jpg){kind=link}
![[img src=http://www.friendsofpritzker.org/wp-content/flagallery/playthings-2011/thumbs/thumbs_strong-s.jpg]Not Your Brothers Legos (Sadie Strong and Ashley Pacifico)Sadie is a future 2011 Pritzker kindergartener. Her “Plaything” was inspired by her younger brother’s Legos. But, she wanted to build something non-traditional. So this teacher -student pair created something girly out of a boy-ish toy: Jewelry. They hope these bracelets, become a favorite accessory. They’re sure to start a lot of conversations. Sadie’s parents are concerned that she might be heading into the architecture field (there are already too many architects in the family- 4). Maybe Pritzker School can help with a different career choice.](http://www.friendsofpritzker.org/wp-content/flagallery/playthings-2011/strong-s.jpg){kind=link}
![[img src=http://www.friendsofpritzker.org/wp-content/flagallery/playthings-2011/thumbs/thumbs_viamontes.jpg]Mr. Slithers (Mindy Viamontes and Kaitlin Streyle)Mr. Slithers may be the only giant snake you won’t be a afraid of. This friendly five foot creature is completely hand knit and looks great draped over a chair, or if you’re really daring as a fashion statement draped around your neck. Both Mindy and Kaitlin are architects at Muller+Muller, Ltd. (700 N Sangamon St)](http://www.friendsofpritzker.org/wp-content/flagallery/playthings-2011/viamontes.jpg){kind=link}
![[img src=http://www.friendsofpritzker.org/wp-content/flagallery/playthings-2011/thumbs/thumbs_wasilowski-s.jpg]Bathtime Tuffet (Syble Wasilowski)This might be the only bath toy in the “Playthings” auction. This unique toy is sure to provide sudsy fun. Syble is a FACS teacher (Family and Consumer Science (formerly Home Economics). She has taught thousands of 7th graders the art of sewing. She is looking forward to retirement and extended visits to Wicker Park where her only sewing students will be her 2 grandchildren.](http://www.friendsofpritzker.org/wp-content/flagallery/playthings-2011/wasilowski-s.jpg){kind=link}
![[img src=http://www.friendsofpritzker.org/wp-content/flagallery/playthings-2011/thumbs/thumbs_wasilowski.jpg]Never Go To Bed Angry (Thomas Wasilowski and Heather Strong)You’ve heard the expression “Never Go to Bed Angry,” well these nightstands will be a constant reminder if they flank your bedside. The plexi-glass top is not affixed to the army, so use care when transporting – carrying the table and glass separately. Thomas and Heather are a pair of father-daughter architects. Thomas is a long time wood worker who has created many decorative and furniture pieces for family and friends. He is a believer in the true beauty of wood, and wants you to know that he would never use plastic or paint in one of his designs. He chalks this one up to a daughter’s bad influence. His daughter response, “Who says you can’t teach an old dog new tricks?”](http://www.friendsofpritzker.org/wp-content/flagallery/playthings-2011/wasilowski.jpg){kind=link}
![[img src=http://www.friendsofpritzker.org/wp-content/flagallery/playthings-2011/thumbs/thumbs_williams.jpg]Play House (Betsy Williams)This miniature room is made with boxes, packaging, and catalogs from Betsy’s collection. It explores ideas about scale, perspective, flexibility, sustainability, and idealized domestic design portrayed in catalogs. No project is too small for this architect who cites the miniature Thorn Rooms at the Chicago Art Institute as a childhood inspiration. An advocate for living with less and living in less, Betsy believes beautiful and sustainable architecture can be made using ordinary materials put to careful and clever use. Someof Betsy’s slightly bigger projects have been featured in Architectural Record, Metropolitan Home, and Wood Houses. www.bewill@umich.edu](http://www.friendsofpritzker.org/wp-content/flagallery/playthings-2011/williams.jpg){kind=link}
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