ALAN ALLDREDGE

Alldredge's "cast monoprints" force him to surrender to the process. Through the work's meditative visuals and complex origins, he seeks to create a transcendent sacred object for the viewer.

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BILL CLAPS

He explains that he doesn't seek inspiration, but rather finds that the ideas seem to present themselves and if he is open he can "grab onto them quickly before they go away.".

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BRENDA ZAPPITELL

Brenda Zappitell creates abstract expressionist works not only born out of intuition but also serendipitously influenced by nature and her life experiences. Her mark-making, through serendipitous, reflects these influences.

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SUSAN EDDINGS PEREZ

Susan's work can be found internationally in corporate installations and private residential collections. Her interior design background drives her passion for large-scale pieces and the ability to work with collectors in developing commissioned work for specific spaces.

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CLAES OLDENBURG IS (STILL) CHANGING WHAT ART LOOKS LIKE

The sculptor, firmly entrenched in downtown New York, is an original Pop Art star with an undeniable legacy.

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SUPER GREEN SMOOTHIE BOWL WITH MATCHA AND GINGER

Think of this as a BLT minus the splattering bacon grease. With each bite, you get that ideal combo of ingredients—sweet tomato, rich egg, crisp iceberg lettuce. You just need to get every element right.

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CHICAGO FALL COCKTAIL

This refreshing fall quaff was created by 2017 SAVEUR Blog Awards winner Elliott Clark of Apartment Bartender, who was inspired by the city of Chicago, where he grew up.

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TAKE A TEST RIDE IN A DRIVERLESS CAR

Driverless cars could help ease traffic congestion, lower pollution and prevent accidents. Let's see how well they test out!

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THE BEST PODCASTS OF 2017 (SO FAR)

Here are the 17 best podcasts of 2017, so far. There's no overlap from our list of The 25 Essential Podcasts of 2016, but most of those are still running and still essential.

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