Artists at the Pier 3 - Featured artwork
Marina Castro-Neves Marina Castro-Neves

Artists at the Pier 3 - Featured artwork

As part of Joan E. Schenk’s ongoing Spotlight on the Artists series celebrating the remarkable talents featured in the current ARTISTS AT THE PIER 3 Exhibition through September 12, 2026, Joan is delighted to present KOI  by artist Carol Nies Bilder, the artwork that appears almost dreamlike — gliding through currents of light and memory.

This stunning triptych transforms the gentle movement of Koi and flowing water into a lyrical meditation on color, motion, and reflection.

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Artists at the Pier 3 - Featured artwork
Marina Castro-Neves Marina Castro-Neves

Artists at the Pier 3 - Featured artwork

As part of Joan E. Schenk’s ongoing Spotlight on the Artists series celebrating the remarkable talents featured in the current ARTISTS AT THE PIER 3 Exhibition through September 12, 2026, Joan is delighted to present MICHIGAN LAKE — a luminous and deeply evocative work by artist Carol Nies Bilder.

Discover the passion, creativity, and inspiration that define Carol Nies Bilder’s artistic journey — and experience how one painting can awaken both memory and imagination.

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“Wall of Water”- by Didier Nolet
Joan E Schenk Joan E Schenk

“Wall of Water”- by Didier Nolet

Didier Nolet, a Parisian artist with a rich heritage in French art education from Ecole des Beaux Arts Paris, embarked on a new artistic journey upon arriving in America.

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Advantages of Business Connectors in Art
Joan E Schenk Joan E Schenk

Advantages of Business Connectors in Art

Business connectors in the art industry play a pivotal role in bridging gaps between artists, galleries, collectors, investors, and other stakeholders. They serve as intermediaries facilitating collaboration, expanding opportunities, and fostering growth within the art ecosystem.

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Richard Hunt – The Man and The Artist
Joan E Schenk Joan E Schenk

Richard Hunt – The Man and The Artist

Thank you, Richard, for being such a good man and great citizen of Chicago and America, loyal friend and treasured artist.  Joan E. Schenk, Chicago, IL. Feb. 4, 2013

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