# Event Details - **Event Name**: Artist Talk & Book Signing with Craig Semetko | Leica Store Chicago - **Event Start and End Date**: Fri, 01 May, 2026 at 11:00 am – Fri, 01 May, 2026 at 12:00 pm (-05:00) - **Event Description**: Join us for an Artist Talk and book signing with photographer Craig Semetko at Leica Store and Gallery Chicago.About this EventTake a look behind the lens of Craig Semetko and learn more about our inaugural gallery exhibition Life Unposed as well as Craig's new book America Unposed. Across 96 pages and 67 images, the American street photographer takes you on a journey through contemporary America. What began on Independence Day in 2011 evolved into a photographic exploration spanning nearly a decade. The result is a visual narrative shaped by humor, subtle irony, and thoughtful observation. Don't miss this exciting discussion during Leica Store Chicago's grand opening weekend.Artist Bio:Craig Semetko is an American photographer focusing on authentic human experience. Born and raised near Detroit, Michigan, Semetko became a professional comedy writer and performer after college and years later discovered photography as another means of storytelling. His comedic background has given him a highly developed sense of the absurd and ironic, resulting in a strong theme of humor throughout his work. - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/chicago/artist-talk-and-book-signing-with-craig-semetko-|-leica-store-chicago/100001987565361500 - **Event Categories**: Art, Entertainment, comedy, Exhibitions, literary-art, performances - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 0, max: 0, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: Chicago - **state**: IL - **country**: United States - **location**: 800 N Michigan Ave - **lat**: 41.8971181 - **long**: -87.62550189999999 - **full address**: 800 N Michigan Ave, 800 North Michigan Avenue, Chicago, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Artist Talk & Book Signing with Craig Semetko | Leica Store Chicago - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events8/banners/e075e0ae4ee82b82a5ec6376cac697651688463bd3126e3a8b05fdeb1e9bd24f-rimg-w1200-h798-dc151718-gmir.jpg?v=1776304687 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Artist Talk & Book Signing with Craig Semetko | Leica Store Chicago being held? - **A:** Artist Talk & Book Signing with Craig Semetko | Leica Store Chicago takes place on Fri, 01 May, 2026 at 11:00 am to Fri, 01 May, 2026 at 12:00 pm at 800 N Michigan Ave, 800 North Michigan Avenue, Chicago, United States. - **Q**: Who is organizing Artist Talk & Book Signing with Craig Semetko | Leica Store Chicago? - **A:** Artist Talk & Book Signing with Craig Semetko | Leica Store Chicago is organized by Leica Camera. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Artist Talk & Book Signing with Craig Semetko | Leica Store Chicago is ideal for art lovers, trade professionals, collectors, and exhibition enthusiasts exploring the latest in their field. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Chicago, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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