OF & ON PAPER: Erin Elizabeth + Carrie Ann Schumacher
The University of St. Francis Art Gallery presents:
OF & ON PAPER: Erin Elizabeth + Carrie Ann Schumacher
On exhibit: Nov 2 - Dec 10, 2015
Public reception: Thursday, Nov 12, 6-8pm
Address: 25 East Van Buren, Joliet, IL 60432
Of & On Paper is a 2-person exhibition featuring the work of artists Erin ...
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