Artspace 8 Gallery

Artspace 8 is one of the coolest galleries on Chicagos magnificent mile. You can easily miss it because its in the Bloomingdale building at 900 N. Michigan Ave. I am originally from Chicago but have lived elsewhere for some years. I randomly stopped by the gallery shortly after it had closed and the owner was so accommodating. He saw me looking inside and unlocked his doors and let me in. I had an opportunity to see some beautiful artwork that he had on display. It was very unexpected because the gallery is bigger than it looks from the outside. The owner allowed me to look around the gallery at my own pace. He answered my questions about the different artists and work that he was showing. He was extremely professional and gracious with his time, especially since I arrived after closing. It is art gallery experiences like these that make the average person (myself) feel welcome and appreciated. The owner did not know me, but he genuinely treated me like I was an important collector and it was obvious that I was not. He explained some of the artwork me and invited me to come back to see new work when I am back in town. The artwork is absolutely phenomenal but the service and down-to-earth owner made this gallery rise to the top. If you are in Chicago on Michigan Ave, this is a must see gallery. This was such a good experience that I actually purchased a painting from the owner and its hanging in my house!!!!BGH
Sep 5th, 2023

Fidels art studio is absolutely breathtaking - he is so passionate about his work and you can feel the love in the studio when you walk in. Fidel will be a friend for life. Someone you definitely want to meet in this life and absolutely want a piece of his art in your home to radiate you life and space!
Aug 29th, 2023

Doors were locked I tried dropping in around 3pm. Hours are wrong? EDIT: re: owner's multi-paragraph response. I never attempted calling, nor did I know to visit their website. All they needed was a sign on the locked doors that stated that appointments are recommended and to provide contact details. I simply was looking for any open art galleries while visiting Chicago and this was one of them.
Aug 18th, 2023

Love this space, the people there, the collection and the artist and curator Fidel. Well crafted and maintained art is there. Go check it out.
Aug 13th, 2023

My favorite place in Chicago. A gorgeous space with out of this world art and inspirations. The owner is great!!
Aug 4th, 2023