I would very much like to be one of those people – who have original works by amazingly talented artists in their homes and sleep on big piles of money.

Unfortunately, I am not one of those people – but it doesn’t mean that I can’t get enough of art.

Fortunately, that’s where the twice yearly School of the Art Institute of Chicago’s Art Sale comes in. The sale is put on BY the students – who get to sell their own work and keep 85% of the profits. (The other 15% is retained by the school in order to pay for the production costs of the Art Sale.)

This event allows the students to effectively learn how to brand themselves, sell and price their products, and interact with buyers.

In a nutshell, it’s a fantastic event that allows Chicagoans to support local art students and discover some amazing talent.

The SAIC Spring Art Sale

• Friday, April 9, 2010 from 11:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m.

• Saturday, April 10, 2010 from 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

• Location:  MacLean Center Ballroom, 112 South Michigan Avenue

• Cost: Free!

photo credit: arndog