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Celebrating Latino / Chicano Arts and Culture Since 1978.
Thank you for supporting the CHAC Gallery & Cultural Center. We have some exciting events coming up this month and can't wait to see you! |
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CHAC South Presents:
"Phoenix Rising"  August 5th 5PM-10PM First Friday The ArtShow is Featuring 2 CHAC Co-Founders: Jerry Jaramillo & Carlos Sandoval; Artists: Felipe Dominguez, Jay Michael Jaramillo, Among other Collaborators.
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CHAC Norte Artists for August:  Lisa Sanchez I am inspired by the diverse layers of the past hidden beneath layers of paint in our cities and the possibility of change and the vibrancy that change brings. Rebecca Romero- An inspiring teacher for CHAC's education programs will be showing her creative pieces this August Rebecca Rozales- Rebecca has the ability to capture the essence of the soul. Experimenting with styles using unending variations of the human form. She navigates through Modern art and contributes to our understanding of it’s relationship within our culture.
Tony Ankele- We have all been blessed with so many talented artists in every general. A song or artist can trigger the recall of many memories and events in our lives and can last a life time locked In our heads. This will be the start of a musical artist series I am painting. I hope you enjoy them as -Tony Ankele
Michael Penny- Myths, symbols, and legends permeate all languages, cultures and lives. The influence mythology has in our most basic traditions can be observed in the language, customs, rituals, values and morals of every culture. One way of understanding a culture is to study the underlying mythological beliefs, the symbols used to represent myths, and understanding the legends of a culture. Such an exploration leads to a greater understanding of the essence of a culture.
I try to express the myths, symbols, and legends of ancient cultures through my art.
Stevon Lucero has reached the third and final stage of his life, painting his profound visions with power and beauty. His prices for the large Metarealism has permanently gone up. Smaller quick pieces are not only affordable, but priced to sell.
Daniel Luna -Come join Daniel's artistic imagination in August
 MPEK, The iconic Denver muralist will be showing his original canvas paintings. 
Robert Martinez will be showing some of his finest works sharing Native American Beauty
Joe N. Martinez -Doors and doorways have been symbolic across several cultures as long as history has been recorded. Doors represent several different things. They can be inviting and exciting.....not knowing what you might find on the other side. It can be an entrance or an exist. I prefer to associate this series of my photographs as and entrance.....to a new and exciting beginning to the New Year! I am excited to see what unfolds and what is behind these beautiful doors. Most of my photographs are taken in Colorado and New Mexico. I find photography to be a very spiritual experience |
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CHAC Gallery and Cultural Center in partnership with The Brighton Armory is proud to present "Santitos"
Spanish Colonial Religious Folk Art
of
Colorado and New Mexico  at The Brighton Armory Performing Arts Center 
Featured Artists include: Jose Esquibel Ron Miera Vanessa Fresquez Lynn Fresquez Lena Blea Al Florence Sean Trujillo
Judy Miranda
Opening reception Friday, August 5th from 6-9 P.M. music, desserts, and a chance to meet the artists Armory Performing Arts Center
300 Strong Street
Brighton, CO 80601
303-655-2026
Other Show Activities
Retablo Workshop with Santero Ronn Miera Saturday, August 6th 1:00-2:30 Community Room at Brighton Armory Join us for a Retablo Workshop and learn about the traditional techniques and methods which were used by Spanish folk artists for centuries and still practiced today. This step by step workshop is for all skill levels and is offered free to the public. The class is limited to15 adult students. Contact Marcus Garcia at 303 655-2026 if you would like to sign up early. Free Public Lecture with Santero Al Florence "Santos " The Religious Folk Art Of Colorado and New Mexico" Saturday August 13th 2:00- 3:30 Community Room at Brighton Armory Join us for a unique discussion with Santero Al Florence. Al will discuss the significance of Santos (sacred carvings and paintings) which have been a vital part of Spanish Colonial Colorado and New Mexican culture for many generations. -- Sean Trujillo Education Coordinator (303) 571-0440 education@chacweb.org |
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CALL FOR ENTRY
In Collaboration with The Brighton Armory Performing Arts Center
2016 “El Dia de Los Muertos”
At The Brighton Armory
Attention Artists, Students, Teachers and Community Members!
Artwork drop off is
August 24th -27th from noon to 4 PM
at 774 Santa Fe Drive Denver CO 80205.
303-571-0440 - You may also drop off your work ahead of time during regular gallery hours the week prior.
- Requirements: Work must be Festive, Fun…new, and based on the cultural theme of El Dia de Los Muertos (Day of the Dead). Work must be ready to hang. (Art work must be suitable for a family friendly, environment, and be all age appropriate. 0% commission on all sales!
- All Mediums are welcome including, but not limited to paintings, photography, sculpture, drawings, carvings, mixed media, fabric and jewelry.
- Artwork may be refused for any reason if deemed inappropriate for the exhibit
*As A side note this show is different from the one we host at CHAC Gallery, This show is a partnership with and Held at The Brighton Armory Performing Arts Complex.
Stay Tuned for Information on the CHAC Day of the Dead Celebration of life
Armory Performing Arts Center 300 Strong Street Brighton, CO 80601 Phone: 303-655-2026
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1830s Rendezvous and Spanish Colonial Art Market Featuring CHAC Artists: Judy Miranda, Lynn Fresquez, Vanessa Fresquez, Sean Trujillo and Ron Miera
Saturday and Sunday,
September 17 & 18, 2016
10 a.m. to 5 p.m. both days Free and Open
to the Public! Experience a Day in the Old West Art, Music, Mountain Men Demonstrations, Indian Buckskin Fashion Show, Storytelling, Dancing, History and so much more! A Fun Event For The Entire Family! Experience Mountain Men and Women trappers and traders demonstrating and selling their wares including trade silver, moccasins, beaver skin hats, and buckskin period dress. Discover life in the 1830s with demonstrations such as brain-tanning, primitive fire-making, rope making, blacksmithing, scrimshaw, and historic fur trade music. Tesoro Cultural Center
19192 Highway 8, Morrison, CO 80465 ·
(303) 839-1671
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FREE 3rd Saturday Kids Art Workshop! 
"Luchador Masks"
Saturday August 20th
Join us as we learn about the "Luchador". This Art of wrestling entertainment is very popular throughout Mexico and the United States. Come learn what it is all about and make one of your own Luchador Masks!
12:30-2:00 PM
Free for kids
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