Arlene Byster is a contemporary artist based in Highland Park, Illinois. She holds a B.S. degree from Arizona State University and pursued further studies in art and photography at the School of the Art Institute of Chicago and Columbia College Chicago. She also studied figure drawing and watercolor at the renowned Palette & Chisel Academy of Fine Arts.
Arlene’s work is held in numerous private and corporate collections, including at the St. Regis and other distinguished locations. Her artistic contributions have been featured in high-profile exhibitions such as Dining by Design (DIFFA/Chicago), the Lake Forest Showhouse & Gardens, and the Adler Showhouse in Chicago. Her work has been highlighted in national publications including Elle Décor and Traditional Home.
She was formerly represented by Echt Gallery, where she participated in numerous group exhibitions. Most recently, her work was featured in the curated group show “Where We Dwell” at The Art Center of Highland Park (June 20–August 2, 2025), presented by Echt Gallery.