Alex Ross: Heroes & Villains Art Exhibit opens June 29

The Alex Ross: Heroes & Villains exhibit opens to the public June 29, 2025 through February 16, 2026.

The art of Alex Ross is instantly recognizable. Known for his hyper-realistic painting style of classic comic book characters, Ross has transformed the comic world into fine art. Using gouache paints, Ross brings heroes and villains from the Marvel and DC universes to life with striking realism. Now, a new art exhibit showcasing the work of the world-renowned comic book artist will open this summer. Alex Ross: Heroes & Villains will be the inaugural exhibition to be held in the newly expanded 3,000-square-foot East gallery space of the Dunn Museum, located approximately 30 miles North of Chicago.

Alex Ross: Heroes & Villains will showcase the captivating, vibrant, and powerful imagery that Ross is known for, all in one spectacular display. The gallery will be the first to host the largest arrangement of Alex Ross art for public viewing, featuring over 100 pieces of art including individual full-size portraits of iconic superheroes and villains and three life-size murals that capture each character’s attitude, naturally influencing their poses. The massive compilation of Ross’ work spans over two decades of his career.

Alex Ross: Heroes & Villains is a celebration of Ross’ career as an artist and his passion for superheroes and villains and will introduce a new generation to his incredible art. Attendees of all ages will be in awe as they stand side by side with many of their favorite pop culture characters.

Alex Ross: Heroes & Villains is the second Alex Ross exhibit to be hosted at the Dunn Museum. The first, “Marvelocity: The Art of Alex Ross,” was held in 2019. Access to the Alex Ross: Heroes & Villains exhibit will require an additional admission fee. Tickets will be available at the door. The Bess Bower Dunn Museum of Lake County is located at 1899 West Winchester Road, Libertyville, Illinois 60048. Plan your visit: LCFPD.org/planyourvisit

On the eve of the Alex Ross: Heroes & Villains Exhibit opening, the Bess Bower Dunn Museum will host a special preview event entitled, A Night with Alex Ross.

The superstar artist will be on hand to mingle as attendees have a chance to be the first to view the exhibit. A Night with Alex Ross will take place on Saturday, June 28, 2025 from 5:00pm-9:00pm. The event is open to attendees of all ages.

Tickets are $125 per person and include museum entry with access to the Alex Ross: Heroes & Villains exhibit, beverage tickets, yummy eats from local food trucks.and additional perks.

Tickets are limited and are available now at LCFPD.org/AlexRoss.

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