We discovered the hidden layers of Chicago’s iconic landmarks with a unique walking tour aimed to shift perspective. Led by CGDC member John Robert Hatherly, this experience was inspired by the “finding tools” and pedagogy of Sister Corita Kent, encouraging us all to “see anew.”
What took place:
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- A 2-hour guided tour covering approximately 2 miles of downtown Chicago
- Limited to 15 participants for an intimate and interactive experience
- Engaging discussions, reflective moments, and activities designed to help participants “see anew”
- Process of creating compositions, layouts, and typographic expressions through photography
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Schedule:
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- 11:00 a.m. Met at the Art Institute Front Steps
- 11:15 a.m. Start of Walking Tour
- 1:00 p.m. Concluded at the Art Institute’s Modern Wing Entrance with optional post-event hangout/socializing at nearby venue
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About guide:
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John Robert Hatherly is an interdisciplinary artist, designer, organizer, consultant, and podcast host. They are the founder of Chamber, a values-driven brand and creative consultancy, founder and steward of Sondwerk, their artistic studio for self-initiated projects, and the creator and host of Infinite Search: Conversations of the humankind.
John is a leading member of the Chicago Graphic Design Club, a member of the Society of Typographic Arts, a sustaining member of the American Institute of Graphic Arts, a member of the Spudnik Press Cooperative, a former resident artist at Platform Studios, and a member of The Design Museum of Chicago.
Hatherly believes in mastery taking generations and approaches their work with a sense of naïvety and wonder.