Paul Trebilcock: A Chicago Visionary Paul Trebilcock (1902 – 1981) emerged as a prominent figure in the Chicago art scene, establishing himself as a dedicated portrait painter who steadfastly upheld his artistic convictions within the city’s vibrant cultural landscape. His formative years were spent honing his craft under the tutelage of Leopold Seyffert at the School of the Art Institute of Chicago from 1923 to 1925, an experience th…