July 2016 Events at CHAC Gallery
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!

CHAC South Presents:

CHAC Norte Artists for June:

Tony Ankele- This July I'd like to share a few paintings of musical artists that have influenced me in both the past and present. 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.

Melisa Anne Silver, born and raised in Denver, Colorado. I am Dine` or Navajo, both of my parents are from the Navajo reservation located in the four corners area. My photography centers on my love of the landscape around my grandparent’s home in Red Mesa, Arizona. The beauty of the area lends itself to contemplation and quiet exploration of this gorgeous land I am proud to call my roots. I also take photos in and around Denver as we can find beauty all around us when we are open to it. May we all Walk In Beauty, as the Navajo Blessings says. Thank you CHAC art gallery for this wonderful opportunity to showcase my work. Blessings.

Daniel Luna has work ready for Summer!

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

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

Featured Artists include:

Jose Esquibel

Ron Miera

Vanessa Fresquez

Lynn Fresquez

Lena Blea

Al Florence

Sean Trujillo

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.

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Sean Trujillo

Education Coordinator

(303) 571-0440

education@chacweb.org

FREE 3rd Saturday Kids Art Workshop!