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A man wearing a dark cardigan and white shirt stands against a white brick wall, holding the March 2022 Issue: Design 50 (Print Edition) magazine, which features Andre Brumfield on the cover with yellow and black graphic elements that evoke themes relevant to hospital mental health environments.
March 2022 Issue: Design 50 (Print Edition)
A yellow background features a repeating pattern of outlined pineapples, guitars, musical notes, island huts, and waves—capturing the spirit of Afro-Optimism and Chicago-inspired creativity. The product title "December 2021: Reckoning (Digital Download)" appears in bold black letters in the top right corner, while "DECEMBER 2021" is displayed in a small circle at the top left.
December 2021: Reckoning (Digital Download)
A large crowd of people, primarily young adults, gather on and around a statue, some waving flags. The atmosphere is historic and intense, reflecting themes of equity and identity. "NEWCITY" appears in the top right corner of the cover for the February 2022 Issue: Newcity at 36 (Digital Download).
February 2022 Issue: Newcity at 36 (Digital Download)
Black-and-white photograph capturing a lively outdoor gathering, with a large crowd seated on a slope and some attendees standing atop a statue. The magazine title “Newcity” and the date “February 2022” appear in the top right corner. Featured on the cover of the February 2022 Issue: Newcity at 36 (Print Edition), this image reflects dynamic cultural energy and underscores discussions surrounding African American artists and art market equity.
February 2022 Issue: Newcity at 36 (Print Edition)
The January 2022 Issue: Players 50 (Digital Download) features a stylized blue and white illustration of a man in a plaid shirt on its cover, along with text that includes “Players 50” and highlights Jon Carr and Parisa Jalili of The Second City as honorees. This annual NewCity magazine issue celebrates influential figures shaping Chicago’s creative scene, spotlighting their impact through an intersectional feminism lens.
January 2022 Issue: Players 50 (Digital Download)
A stylized, blue-toned illustration of a man in a checkered shirt appears on the cover of the January 2022 Issue: Players 50 (Print Edition) of NewCity magazine. The cover text highlights Jon Carr and Parisa Jalili of The Second City, emphasizing topics like organizational inclusion and intersectional feminism within Chicago’s dynamic arts scene.
January 2022 Issue: Players 50 (Print Edition)
A yellow background features repeating black-and-white illustrations—shirts, guitars, pineapples, birds, waves, drinks, and musical notes—capturing the vibrant spirit of Chicago artists and experimental arts education. "NEWCITY" and "DECEMBER 2021: Reckoning (Print Edition)" text appear in the top corners.
December 2021: Reckoning (Print Edition)
Black-and-white illustrated Chicago buildings labeled Home, Reception, Basic Essentials, Proposal, Teaching, and First Apartment capture the city's vibrant spirit in this artistic city guide. With bold text reading "November 2021: Best of Chicago" and "NEWCITY" at the top right, this graphic spotlights curated Chicago recommendations perfect for both newcomers and locals.
November 2021: Best of Chicago
Abstract cover with orange, white, and yellow shapes, dandelion-like lines, and a textured blue-green background evoke the spirit of artistic innovation. Text reads October 2021: Chicago Architecture Biennial in the top right corner—highlighting the creative energy celebrated at this event and drawing inspiration from sculptural forms such as Richard Hunt’s work.
October 2021: Chicago Architecture Biennial
Bold black text reads “TRANSFORMATIONS: A FALL ARTS PREVIEW LIKE NO OTHER,” accompanied by orange circles labeled DESIGN, FILM, DINING, MUSIC, and STAGE. "NEWCITY September 2021" appears at the top right. This special issue—September 2021: Transformations (Fall Arts Preview)—captures a season of change with features like Dawn Turner's acclaimed memoir "Three Girls from Bronzeville," an essential new American memoir of race and resilience.
September 2021: Transformations (Fall Arts Preview)
A blue and yellow roadside sign reading "Welcome to Regent and Enchanted Highway" stands on grassy terrain beneath a blue, cloud-dotted sky. In the distance, farm buildings and a tractor evoke a sense of rural tranquility—perfect inspiration for travel reflections featured in August 2021: On Vacation.
August 2021: On Vacation
Black and white photo of a brick wall with rectangular blocks jutting out at angles. "July 2021: Sheboygan" appears in the corner, resembling a magazine cover. The composition evokes the innovative spirit of contemporary art, reminiscent of installations at the John Michael Kohler Arts Center’s Art Preserve.
July 2021: Sheboygan
A woman with flowers in her hair and colorful traditional clothing sits on a white bench against a green floral background, framed by a yellow patterned border—capturing the vibrant essence of the "June 2021: Frida" piece, inspired by African American art and reminiscent of displays at renowned Chicago art events.
June 2021: Frida
A digital architectural drawing of a circular city layout with colorful lines and building shapes, labeled "NEW CITY," features in the May 2021 Issue: Architecture. Insets display diagrams and detailed plans against a black background, referencing neoclassical government buildings and striking Jahn architecture inspired by landmarks like the James R. Thompson Center.
May 2021 Issue: Architecture
Overlapping abstract geometric shapes in yellow, green, pink, orange, and brown stand out against a black background, capturing the vibrant energy of contemporary art. At the top right, “NEWCITY BREAKOUT ARTISTS 2021 APRIL 2021” appears in white and yellow text, announcing the celebration of emerging talent featured in the April 2021 Issue: Breakout Artists.
April 2021 Issue: Breakout Artists
A stylized black and white architectural illustration of a tall, intricate gothic building with yellow accents represents the March 2021: Media product. Bold yellow text spelling "NEW CITY" appears at the top, alongside a yellow circle marked "March 2021." Inspired by Chicago influencer Sam Cushing, this striking design subtly references LGBT themes through its modern take on classic architecture.
March 2021: Media
A collage of magazine covers with a blue overlay features the text February 2021: 35th Anniversary Spectacular diagonally across the center, with the theme evoking the innovative spirit of iconic World's Fair attractions like Java Village Chicago on the historic Midway Plaisance.
February 2021: 35th Anniversary Spectacular
Bold white text reads “look homeward, design in these turbulent times” over a yellow background with abstract images, featuring sections of buildings and objects that reflect Chicago’s cultural organizations—all as part of Newcity’s December 2020: The Design Issue.
December 2020: The Design Issue
A vibrant stylized illustration of a man’s face, overlaid with orange, blue, and green stars, celebrates Black Chicago on the cover of the November 2020: Best of Chicago issue. The text features “Newcity,” “Best of Chicago,” and highlights it as a special issue guest edited by Scoop Jackson and Tara Betts.
November 2020: Best of Chicago
A woman with light brown hair sits in a red theater seat, wearing a gray wrap top, black pants, beige heels, and a blue necklace. The text reads “October 2020 Issue: Film 50” and “Colette Ghunim, Filmmaker of the Moment.” As one of the standout filmmakers featured in the Film 50 October 2020 Issue and a co-founder of Mezcla Media Collective,.
October 2020 Issue: Film 50
A woman in a black jumpsuit sits by a window on a pink bench, sunlight streaming in and city buildings visible outside—an urban backdrop. The text “Maria Gaspar” highlights one of the celebrated Chicago artists featured in the September 2020 Issue: Art 50 + Fall Arts Preview.
September 2020 Issue: Art 50 + Fall Arts Preview
A woman with long dark hair poses against a green background on the cover of the August 2020 Issue: Lit 50. She wears a patterned maroon dress and gazes thoughtfully to the side, embodying the creative spirit of Chicago writers whose voices resonate from Lake Michigan throughout the city.
August 2020 Issue: Lit 50
A man in a wide-brimmed hat and sunglasses sits on a brick windowsill, embodying the soulful spirit of Chicago music, on the cover of the July 2020 Issue: Music 45. The magazine features bold text reading “WHAT’S GOING ON” and “NEWCITY MUSIC,” with his name, Toronzo Cannon, displayed at the bottom.
July 2020 Issue: Music 45
Beneath a clear blue sky, an empty outdoor swimming pool with diving boards and chairs sets a scene of solitary reflection reminiscent of a literary magazine cover; the words "Newcity" and "June 2020 Issue: Summer" adorn the image, suggesting evocative nonfiction in the spirit of writers like Joe Meno.
June 2020 Issue: Summer
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May 2020 Issue: Breakout Artists