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Renee Robbins🌀🔮🔭
@renee-robbins.bsky.social
Chicago Artist exploring interconnections between the subatomic and telescopic.
Excited to participate in this matchbook show with 79 artists! Opens Nov 21st in Chicago.

www.thisiscolossal.com/2025/11/gene...
70+ Artists Transform Matchboxes for Joy Machine's 'General Strike'
Joy Machine is excited to present General Strike, an exhibition of 70+ matchboxes, opening on November 21 in Chicago.
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November 14, 2025 at 9:19 PM
“Constant Cycle”, 12 x 16, Acrylic on canvas.

The artwork features intricate layers of patterns and shapes inspired by the sun, moon, and plant cycles, inviting viewers to reflect on the rhythms and cycles of nature.🌞 🌘🌱
November 13, 2025 at 5:27 PM
Opening Sept 20th from 12-3:30 pm!
September 19, 2025 at 12:54 PM
Excited to share that my next solo show EXPEDITION SPECTRUM at Riverside Arts Center. Opens on Sunday, Sept. 14th, 3 - 6 pm.

All new works on paper! Each piece focus on a single color and as a series they construct a rainbow spectrum.

To the Light, 16 x20 in, acrylic and aerosol on paper.
September 4, 2025 at 10:11 PM
Toadstool Loop, 8 x 10 in
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I will be at Epiphany from 6-8 pm on Thursday Aug, 21st..

I was inspired by the patterns and colors on toadstool mushrooms. The line patterns in green are a recurring motif in my work. The line patterns in green are a recurring motif in my work.
August 21, 2025 at 12:21 PM
Reposted by Renee Robbins🌀🔮🔭
As always, we're marveling at the finalists for the Ocean Photographer of the Year contest. This year's competition captures moments of beauty, fragility, and urgency within aquatic ecosystems around the globe.

www.thisiscolossal.com/2025/08/ocea...
August 18, 2025 at 9:24 PM
Any Dune fans out there? The title “Cellular Awareness” came from the Dune series. I listened to the entire series on audiobook while working on these.

I will be at epiphany from 6-8 on Thursday Aug, 21st. Swing by and see the show! 201 S Ashland, Chicago.
August 19, 2025 at 3:30 PM
Solo Exhibit “Wunderkammer”

Epiphany Center for the Arts
Aug. 1 – Sept. 13, 2025
Opening
Friday Aug. 1 6-9 pm

Drawing inspiration from both the subatomic and the astronomical, Robbins invites viewers on a journey into a universe of discovery.
July 31, 2025 at 1:09 PM
One of my paintings was among the 26 selected for the new Permanent Collection at the College of Lake County in Waukegan, Illinois.

1. “Hanging on a Star”, 20” x 20”, acrylic on canvas, Biota series.
2. Delivery of the painting to Grayslake campus in fall of 2024.
3. new CLC building.
May 21, 2025 at 7:20 PM
Waves & Stars: Hope is a Discipline
16”x20”
Acrylic on paper
2025
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I’m getting ready to announce my show schedule and opportunities to see my work in person for 2025. There are several shows in the works that I’m very excited to share. DM your email to get on the list with 1-4 emails annually.
May 8, 2025 at 3:59 PM
New painting release! ✨🌱
Beetlejuice Sprout
🌱 10”x8”🎪🪲
Acrylic on canvas

Spring shapes with some pizzazz from Beetlejuice, one of my favorite movies. Feeling the energy and observing all the buds, sprouts, and shapes of spring.
May 1, 2025 at 8:48 PM
“Secret Orbits”, new from the FERN DWELLERS series. I’m working on three series at the same time. Keeping very busy with my work. The FERN DWELLERS series is on canvas and the CULTIVATING WONDER and CLOUDFOREST series are on paper.

20 in x 20 in
Acrylic on canvas
2024
April 22, 2025 at 10:09 PM
The Rite of Spring
9”x12”
Acrylic on paper

Thinking about spring and all the growth that’s coming up from the earth. Nature is constantly transforming all around us.
April 10, 2025 at 12:55 PM
I love getting to see photographs of where my paintings live.

This was a custom piece I created. Did you know I can create custom pieces? DM for more info. I’d love to collaborate with you. What can you dream up? What can I make for you?
March 10, 2025 at 1:59 PM
First piece to share from in a new series CULTIVATING WONDER. The series is all about using shape to cultivate our sense of wonder and awe.

“Breathing Holes”
16”x20”
Spray paint and gouache on paper
March 5, 2025 at 10:44 PM
Looking to add small wonder and joy to your living space? Check out this Suite of 7 drawings now available.
February 27, 2025 at 6:44 PM
Entering Pisces season! Did you know I am a Pisces?

My art often evokes the ocean and aquatic creatures. My work also incorporates stars ⭐️ and constellations both real and imagined. What’s your zodiac sign?

#pisces #ocean #water #contemporayart #natureart
February 21, 2025 at 9:02 PM
Winter hike and the frozen river.
February 16, 2025 at 1:52 AM
This piece is part of the SMALL WONDERS collection just added to my webshop!

Sun Salutation A
6”x6”
Acrylic on panel

Ready to add small wonder to your home? I was thinking about Yoga poses and sunshine in our bodies, on the land, and in the ocean with this kelp-inspired piece.
February 11, 2025 at 8:09 PM
Reposted by Renee Robbins🌀🔮🔭
This looks like an incredible #SciArt #Neuroscience opportunity. I sadly can’t apply this year as it requires travel I can’t do right now but I must know someone who could !
𝐎𝐏𝐄𝐍 𝐂𝐀𝐋𝐋
We are excited to launch NeuroNarratives, an art-science residency bringing neuroscientists and artists together to create meaningful art based on science!

Sign up via de link in bio!

#opencall #artandscience #art #science #artscienceresidency #neuroscience
February 6, 2025 at 2:42 PM
“Rock Star” from the FERN DWELLERS series. 14”x16”, acrylic on canvas, 2022.

Inspired in part by the ripples in geothermal pools. What else does it make you think of?
February 6, 2025 at 5:10 PM
Fresh cut at Twisted Scissors
❤️🙏✂️ 2025
February 5, 2025 at 10:10 PM
Studio views. A new series in process called “Cultivating Wonder”.
February 4, 2025 at 2:37 AM
Happy Caturday from the Squatch.
February 2, 2025 at 1:45 AM