Kicking off the 32nd annual American Craft Exposition (ACE) presented by The Auxiliary of NorthShore University HealthSystem (NorthShore) was the Benefit Preview Party, held the Thursday before the three-day event. More than 875 supporters raised $185,000, to support pharmacogenomics research at NorthShore. Enjoying the exclusive opportunity to peruse and purchase extraordinary handcrafted pieces and luxury collections before the show opened to the public, guests were also treated to gourmet fare and cocktails as well as a raffle of one-of-a-kind pieces. The show featured 140 juried artists from across the country, including an emerging artist gallery showcasing the industry’s buzziest up-and-coming talent. americancraftexpo.org
Dana Turban, Debbie Kerr Photography by Larry Miller
Clyde Smith McGregor, LeAnne Pedersen Pope
Barbara Baughman, Barbara Balsley, Dana Fitzsimons
Murray Ancell, Marge Gambow
Harriet Resnick, Michelle Litchman, Kim Keywell
Katie Hazelwood, Gina Dickinson
Tom & Sue Gates
Dr. & Mrs. Robert Friedstat
Gayle Wagley, Cristina Gerstman, Sandy Gerstman
