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Micro Forms in a Macro World: The Work of Noon Slaps
At Project Onward, Noon Slaps creates vibrant abstract paintings filled with winding lines and cellular forms. Working intuitively without sketches, they layer watercolor, marker, and ink into dynamic compositions inspired by microscopic imagery. Their work balances tension and beauty while offering a sense of freedom, using art as both personal expression and a way to connect with the world.
Project Onward Staff
Apr 63 min read


Memory Meets Detail: The Work Of Matt Bianchi
Matthew Bianchi’s drawings invite viewers into a world where childhood imagination, history, and meticulous observation coexist. Working in pen, ink, and watercolor, Bianchi creates densely detailed scenes filled with familiar characters, historical references, and personal memory. His work blends fantasy and fact, transforming studied influences into carefully constructed images that feel both nostalgic and unexpected.
Project Onward Staff
Jan 212 min read


Stephon Doby: Identities in Tension
Stephon Doby creates narrative drawings and paintings that blend anime, pop culture, and philosophy with personal history. Working intuitively across collage and translucent acrylics, he explores identity, humor, and emotional tension. His work balances sincerity and irony, inviting viewers into charged, introspective worlds.
Project Onward Staff
Dec 4, 20253 min read


Bold Lines and Bright Ideas: Celebrating October's Artist of the Month Jackie Cousins Oliva
Meet Jackie Cousins Oliva, a Chicago artist blending pop culture, wrestling, and digital life into vibrant works that celebrate creativity and empowerment.
Project Onward Staff
Nov 3, 20253 min read
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