Aaron Diehl and Warren Wolf teamed up at the University of Chicago to take on the Modern Jazz Quartet's legacy. Here are Jack Siegel’s thoughts and images from the concert.
All in Chicago
Snowy Darkness
Today Chicago was hit with another sloshy snowstorm during the afternoon and early evening commute. It look several hours for the slush to become white snow cover. The Loop was filled with commuters heading the the train stations. For my images and thoughts, click on the image below.
Wet Slop
Chicago has seen very little snow this winter, so when it snows, it is time to enjoy the city. Chicago's Loop was surprisingly particularly picturesque Sunday afternoon. For my take on my afternoon outing, as well as images, click on the image above.
All I Wanna Do
The Lake Michigan shoreline has been battered by record-high water levels and winter storms, resulting in Mayor Lori Lightroom requesting that Chicago's shoreline be declared a national disaster area. Here are my images and thoughts from a three-hour hike.
Snow
Here’s a quick one: Michigan Avenue during Friday night’s snowstorm. It came quick and hard, and ended just as quickly.
Halloween
Jack B. Siegel’s images from the 2019 Boystown Halloween parade in Chicago
Repairs
The CTA Skokie Repair Shops are where the Chicago Transit Authority repairs train cars, switches, and other mechanicals. The facility is spotless and well organized, as well as colorful.
Fred and Julian
Fred Hersch and Julian Lage perform at the Reva and David Logan Center for the Arts as part of the University of Chicago’s Jazz Series.
Ed Ruscha
Ed Ruscha discusses his work and career during an event hosted by the Art Institute of Chicago’s Woman’s Board.
Hyde Park Jazz Festival (II)
Sunday saw some great music and dancing on Day 2 of the 2019 Hyde Park Jazz Festival.
Gallery Show
Stop by the McCord Gallery & Cultural Center in Palos Park to see Evelyn and my work from September 27 to October 31, 2019.
Chicagohenge
Yes, I was out for Chicagohenge today. Here is my take on this twice-a-year phenomenon, together with some some of my images.
Pathetic
Today, I attended Chicago’s student led march to combat climate change. The demonstrators were enthusiastic and vocal, but the turnout was pathetic when compared to other demonstrations throughout the world. To read my take on the march and for my photographs, click on the image or the link.
Hipster Highway
While waiting for the next bus, I noticed that North Milwaukee Avenue was glowing as the late afternoon sun rays hit the weathered brick buildings. It was too tempting. If you are in Chicago, you might one to stop into one of the bars for a drink, or get some chicken and biscuits. If it is a weekday, watch out for the bikers. For more, click on the image. You’ll get my commentary and additional images.
Aon
I had the opportunity to photograph from the 44th and 45th floors of Chicago’s Aon Center. From the ground, I managed to finally capture an image worthy of The Aqua Building’s undulating curved balconies. For the full story and more images, click on the image/