Near West Art Collective, a group of west suburban painters, will exhibit their original artworks at Mayslake Peabody Estate in Oak Brook, Illinois. The exhibit runs September 29 - November 14, with

An Artists' Reception is planned for Thursday, October 21 from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.

The natural beauty surrounding Mayslake Peabody Estate is the perfect setting for this group of artists, who draw their inspiration from nature. Many of the artists practice plein air painting, creating their work on location in the field.

Members of the Near West Art Collective include: Paula Benson, Maggie Capettini, Kelley Clark, Stella DeGenova, Lynn De Jong, Nancy Miller, Marie Murrell, Karen Ruesch, Julie Skoda, Cheryl Spran, and Russell Sup.