August: Cosmic Collections by Michelle Romo
We are thrilled to announce the details for our August exhibit by amazing Chicago-based artist and illustrator Michelle Romo!
Last year we partnered with Michelle on a mini exhibit of the artwork that she created for her awesome Mystic Cats Tarot Deck — and we knew we wanted to do even more with her, so she's back with a new body of ABSOLUTELY ADORABLE work!
Join us Saturday, August 9, 6-8pm for an opening reception to meet Michelle and browse the artwork while grooving to a live set by DJ Sean Doe!
Works will be available first to members of our Gallery Previews email list. Sign up at http://previews.rotofugi.com
Cosmic Collections: A Series of Imaginary Products
New Works by Michelle Romo
August 9-31, 2025
Opening Reception
Saturday, August 9, 6-8pm
Free – All Ages – BYOB
Rotofugi — 2780 N Lincoln Ave — Chicago
An LGBTQ+ Safe Space
About the Artist
Michelle Romo is an illustrator, product designer, and maker of fun things!
Michelle has written and illustrated several books (Frankie's Magical Day, The Spencer the Cat Series and Paper Wonderland) and has developed two tarot and oracle decks (Mystic Cats Tarot and Cosmic Kindness Oracle). Her board book series, Spencer the Cat, was partially developed by Cartoon Network for an animated series.
Michelle has created countless characters over the years and has a focus in designing products for children including apparel, accessories, home decor, and toys. She also licenses her artwork under the name "Crowded Teeth" and participates in art shows creating one of a kind art pieces.
Select clients and collaborators include: Workman Publishing, Abrams Appleseed, Disney, Sanrio, Hasbro, Cartoon Network, Pals Socks, Scholastic Book Fairs, The Flaming Lips, CAMP and more.
Michelle currently lives in Chicago, IL and is obsessed with her 3 cats — Chu Chu, Deli, and Bimmy.