Art of Amanda Paulson to Be Showcased at 11th Annual "Chicago Art Open", Oct 3 ? 19 - Barrington resident one of nearly 300 local artists to exhibit at famed Merchandise Mart in River North as part of citywide Chicago Artists' Month. Paulson's will present the work "liberty: Route 66 motel", a selection from her humorous and critical series of oil paintings and collages investigating the monotonous and ironic American/Midwestern lifestyle. Visit www.amanda-paulson.com for more about the artist. THE 11TH ANNUAL CHICAGO ART OPEN BENEFIT October 3, 6 - 10pm Tickets: $25 in advance, $30 at the door Order online at chicagoartopen.org or call 312-781-0040 Featuring food, beverages, live music, artists in attendance, and all artwork for sale October 4 - 19 Exhibit Hours: 11am - 5pm daily $5 suggested donation For more information and special events visit: www.chicagoartopen.org