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Born in Chicago in 1972.

1996 - present : Atelier Alternative in Chicago.

1993 - 1995 : Palette and Chisel Academy of Fine Arts in Chicago.

1993 - 1994 : Atelier Alternative in Chicago.

1990 - 1994 : Columbia College in Chicago.


Currently teaches classes and workshops at Baraka studio, Chicago, IL.

"I started art many years ago when I was in eigth grade. I always had a passion for art in my down times and my up times. I started my studies at Columbia College in Chicago. I had mixed fellings about the way they taught art. Fortunately, I met an outside instructor who helped me to find my way as an artist. I eventually dropped out of college to persue a serious career in art. My goal is to portray everyday life."

Sam Gillis, August 1999

  • Personal Exhibitions
  • 1999: Chicago Art Open, 3rd Floor, Gallery of the Art Institute (Nov. 12-20)
  • 1999 : Max Von Isser Gallery of Art, Elgin community College, Elgin
  • Group Exibitions
  • 1997 : Atelier Alternative, Elgin
  • 1997 : Metamorphosis Gallery, Chicago
  • 1996 : Gallery 1633, Chicago

  • Selection of paintings from Samuel Gillis


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