Capture the official start of Chicago’s north shore summer with this original, one-of-a-kind gouache painting. Created entirely on-site (en plein air) at Clark Street Beach in Evanston, this piece was painted on Memorial Day, May 25, 2026, the opening weekend of the summer season.

This painting is featured as part of the official 2026 Evanston Plein Air Festival. It beautifully captures the shifting light, vibrant energy, and lakeside atmosphere of a classic Evanston holiday weekend.

Product Details:

Medium: Professional-grade gouache on archival surface

Framing: Beautifully framed and ready to hang.

Dimensions: 12" x 15" x 3/4" (Framed dimensions)

Note: As this is an original physical painting, only one is available.