Rashid Johnson Photographs Jay-Z for GQ Cover, AI Widely Used in Galleries, and Chicago Cultural Updates
On March 26, 2026, contemporary artist Rashid Johnson photographed musician Jay-Z for GQ's global issue, drawing inspiration from James Van Der Zee and Francis Bacon. A report revealed that 84% of galleries use AI tools, but only 8% have formal policies. In Chicago, exhibitions by Marshall Brown and Dabin Ahn opened in West Town, the Park District sought designs for a Jean Baptiste Point du Sable statue, and Mars Snacking announced a $100 million investment adding 600 jobs. Rent increases threatened businesses in Chinatown's Richland Center.
Key facts
- Rashid Johnson photographed Jay-Z for GQ's global issue, referencing James Van Der Zee and Francis Bacon.
- 84% of galleries use AI tools daily, but only 8% have formal usage policies, per a First Thursday report.
- Mars Snacking will invest $100 million in Chicago, adding 600 jobs and opening a Fulton Market office.
- Rents at Chinatown's Richland Center may double, jeopardizing 18 small food businesses.
- The Chicago Park District seeks artists to design a statue of Jean Baptiste Point du Sable for DuSable Park.
Entities
Artists
- Rashid Johnson
- Marshall Brown
- Dabin Ahn
Institutions
- GQ
- First Thursday
- Chicago Park District
- Mars Snacking
Locations
- Chicago
- Fulton Market
- Chinatown