Bishop Hill Fine Arts “Where Memories Are Made”...Or Is It A
Labor of Love?

Upon the death of Sherry (Looney) Linscott's brother, artist Michael John Looney at the
young age of 53, Sherry and her husband set about finding a way to fulfill Sherry's
brother's last request "to share my art".  Realizing how many local artisans lived either in
Bishop Hill and the immediate surrounding area, Chuck decided to actively look for a
building in Bishop Hill, IL, a town that artist Michael Looney often photographed and
sketched, in which to open a Fine Arts shop, where they could not only share the
beautifully created artwork of his brother-in-law Michael, but also give other artisans a
chance to fulfill their dreams of showcasing and selling commercially their artwork to the
general public in a local shop geared specifically to Fine Art and handmade items.  Thus
began the birth of the Bishop Hill Fine Arts shop.

Antiques & Collectibles featuring China, Crystal, Seasonal Collectibles,
Primitives, and much more have been added to Bishop Hill Fine Arts
merchandise for sale, as well as outside ornamental iron and blown glass
outdoor balls.

Having opened September 2006 with only 6 artisans, today the shop currently
boasts many more select local and area artisans featuring their art in a variety of
gift, jewelry, art, and decor items.  Great souvenir items to take back home to
"make your memories".  Many artisans have created museum quality artwork.  
Take your time browsing through not only our main room, but our other 2 rooms,
the Rustic Room and the Garden Lattice Room.

In the shop you'll find Michael's love of art, history and trains evident in his artwork
featured in the main front room.  Giclée (zhee-clay) signed and numbered limited edition
prints featuring local Bishop Hill scenes created by Michael John Looney, as well as
Michael's ever-popular Giclée  Railroad Art are featured only at Bishop Hill Fine Arts,
as well as a variety of framed and unframed art work by other area artists in a number of
art forms.   

All artisans either live in Bishop Hill or the immediate surrounding area, with no
purchased catalog merchandise being sold at Bishop Hill Fine Arts. Convenient
location, with easy directions from most major cities.
Featured Artist:
Michael John Looney -
Prints of local Bishop Hill scenes, as well as Rail Art that were photographed using a
digital camera and then enhanced using a computer and archivally printed using the
Giclée process of printing and then museum quality framed are being offered.  A
percentage of monies earned from the sale of Michael's Giclee prints is used for the
continuation of the Michael J. Looney Memorial Scholarship  which is presented each
year to a student pursuing a career in the field of art or architectural design.

All prints are printed on 100% cotton rag paper (watercolor), acid free mats, board,
and backing,  and archival ink, with framed prints also receiving museum conservation
glass thereby making the framed prints truly a museum quality Giclee piece of art
Bishop Hill Fine Arts
Merchandise
Most merchandise is signed by
our artists.  Gift items with a
variety of local Bishop Hill
building scenes on them in the
form of totes, steins, mugs,
caps, tiles, boxes, and mouse
pads.  Beautiful Custom
Framing & Matting is
Offered in Our Shop As
Well!

Gift Certificates Are Available
In Any Amount.

MC/Visa Credit/Debit Cards,
Area Checks, Cash Accepted.

At Bishop Hill Fine Arts, we
also offer by reservation, After
Hours Shopping  by
appointment.  Call Chuck at
309-927-3020 to schedule
After Hours Shopping Appt.
Välkommen - Items for Sale in Our Shop Have Been Created
by Local & Area Artisans

Gifts, Jewelry, Artwork, Pottery, Home Decor, Baskets, Primitives, Beautiful
 Antiques, Collectibles & More!  
The Late Artist,  
Michael John
Looney's High
School
Graduation
Picture circa
1970.
Merchandise & Shop Pictures of Bishop Hill Fine Arts, Where Local and Area
Artisans Artwork is Available for Purchase.  Where Select Artisans are
Featured.  Look for the large Welcome Easel in front of our shop.  
Midwest Living Magazine names Bishop Hill as one of the best 100 towns to
visit.
Visit Historic Bishop Hill, IL:
Many exciting festivals & events take place throughout the year in Bishop Hill.  Unique
shops, fine food, interesting tours, exciting museums, and more await you! To see what
is coming up in Bishop Hill during 2009, check out our Bishop Hill 2009 Calendar of
Events.  Check out our historical facts about Bishop Hill, as well as what you can find
today in historic Bishop Hill, Illinois. Museums, fine dining, the best burgers around,
demonstrations by local artisans and crafters, walking tours, scenic park, excellent
shops, and historical buildings all await you in scenic Bishop Hill, Illinois.  All shops are
open during the months April - Dec., with many shops now also open during the winter
months of January - March.  A complete listing of accommodations, restaurants,
museums, shops, and local artisans listed on our Business Directory of Bishop Hill.
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Digital photographer/
watercolorist/ pen and ink/
sketch artist Michael John
Looney featuring his Railroad
Art & Bishop Hill Scenes, using
the Giclée Method.
Legal Notice: Reproduction
of any photograph or text
information located on this site is
prohibited without first receiving
signed, written Permission of Use
Agreement from either Chuck or
Sherry Linscott.  

You may send Permission of Use
Agreement requests to the
mailing address listed on this
website or by emailing us.  

Questions, comments, or
are wanting to consign?
Contact Chuck Linscott via
email address:
bishophillfinearts@yahoo.com
Artist with
Debbie (Looney)
Ryan, one of his
two sisters at
sister Sherry's
wedding, circa
1987.
Stop in soon & see our select local & area artisan's wares.

Antiques & Collectibles:
Huge Selection of Beautiful Antiques & Collectibles:
Featuring China, Crystal, Seasonal Collectibles, Primitives,
and Much More!

Convenient Location / Easy to Follow Driving Directions


Bishop Hill Fine Arts - Loft Guest Apt.:

Effective immediately, the Loft Guest Apt. IS now available for
overnight rental year-round by calling our reservation number:
309-507-2284 or by completing our inquiry/reservation form below.  

Established in 1848, the 2nd. floor loft guest apartment located in the
historic 1848 Carriage and Carpentry Building, has been lovingly restored
with all the modern conveniences without loosing any of the old world
charm of the 1840's, into a 1 bedroom loft style guest apartment,
complete with private bath, kitchen, dining space, private bedroom, and
living room with spacious windows overlooking the beautiful Village Park
of Bishop Hill.  Loft apartment sleeps up to 5 adults comfortably.  
Examples of artwork by
our featured artist:
Bishop Hill Fine Arts
"Where Memories Are Made"
Website Updated on:
April 17, 2009.