CHAC

January 2012 Events

HAPPY NEW FROM CHAC!!!

Call for Entry: "Milagros del Corazón" Miracles of the Heart Fundraiser!

You are invited to design a heart!

You are cordially invited to design a piece of memorable artwork for CHAC's 13th annual silent auction fundraiser!  We provide you a blank wooden heart, for a donation of $3.00 to cover supplies, which you will then turn into one of your magnificent masterpieces! We ask that you please do not design your heart as a valentine, but that you make it representational of your body of work. In other words, if you are a painter known for painting particular themes let your heart be the canvas for your theme.  Do what you do best! Be sure to cover the entire wooden surface and make your art community friendly. CHAC will provide hanging devices for wooden hearts. We have a limited number of hearts this year so pick yours up early!

You are also invited to submit original artwork, goods or services, baskets or items for baskets. Your donation of these items to CHAC's fundraiser will all be tax deductible.

Pick up a blank heart at CHAC Gallery, 772 Santa Fe Dr., Denver anytime during regular gallery hours: Wed.-Thurs. 10:00-4:00, Fri. 10:00-5:00, Sat. 12:00-4:00.

Deadline for submission:
Entries will be accepted during regular business hours until Wednesday, February 8th.Drop off your completed heart, or any donated items mentioned above, to CHAC to be donated to our silent auction that will take place Friday February 10 at Space Gallery, 765 Santa Fe Dr. 7:00-9:30 PM. You will receive a free ticket to the event when you drop off your heart.

CHAC reserves the right to refuse any artwork deemed unsuitable/ inappropriate for display. CHAC will provide hanging devices for wooden hearts. CHAC is happy to accept additional artwork, goods, services and/ or monetary donations. Thank you for your support!

Questions/Volunteer- 303-571-0440
www.chacweb.org

Milagros del Corazon (Miracles of the Heart) is a vital fundraiser for CHAC! Your efforts will help us to continue our year round cultural arts programming designed to preserve and promote Chicano/ Latino culture through arts and education.

Ticketed Event date/ location:
Friday, February 10, 2012 from 7:00pm -9:30pm
Space Gallery
765 Santa Fe Dr. Denver, CO 80204
Tickets $10.00 each or $15.00 per couple

CHAC Gallery Presents, "Los Artistas de Pueblo"

Ring in the New Year with Pueblo artists, Maria Lopez and Anthony Armijo! CHAC welcomes these tremendous artists from our neighbor city to the south, Pueblo.

Working in oil, Maria's art emits fractions of light, as if one were standing in front of exquisite stained glass. She is fascinated by using color to get paintings to shimmer and indicate movement.

Maria has exhibited nationally, from Colorado to Boston, and internationally from Peru to Spain!

Anthony's art is precise. Combining the age old technique of line art, with the latest in layered oils, Armijo brings alive his subjects in a style all his own.

Anthony is a three time award winning artist with the Latino Chamber of Commerce!

For more information on Maria and her work visit http://www.lopezme.com

For more information on Anthony and his work visit http://armijoart.com

Show runs January 6th through January 31st 2012. Opening night First Friday January 6, 6-10pm. Gallery Hours: Wednesday, Thursday 10am-4pm, Fridays Noon-5pm, Saturdays Noon-4pm. Third Friday Noon -9pm

CHAC Norte

Rob & Tammy Yancey

Rob and Tammy Yancey will fill the front room or CHAC Gallery with 25 new paintings, Muertos wood carvings and handmade jewelry. Be prepared for color, controversy and art created from the heart. The show will run for the month of January.

To see more of Rob & Tammy's work visit www.elreyartwork.com

Joe Martinez

Joe is a native of Colorado and resides in North Denver. He is a self taught photographer and is well known for his stunning photographs of cultural icons throughout Colorado and New Mexico.

 

Krystie Rose Millich

CHAC is pleased to welcome Krystie Rose also known as "Tile Mosaic Girl"!

She writes, "I may not look or seem like some radical upon first glance, but my heart will always be in helping others, making the world a better place, connecting the personal with the political. What better place for an artist?! Activist-land! The long history of creativity and art being born out of pain is one that I have always honored and admired. My plan is to blend these parts of my world, make just fun stuff, help others find and exhibit their creativity, and ‘make the world a better place!"

To see more of Krystie Rose's work visit www.tilemosaicgirl.com

Crystal O'Brien

Crystal is the Executive Director of CHAC as well as a well known Denver artist! Her crosses, mirrors and other montage art pieces are highly sought after for their uniquely fun qualities. 

Visit www.crystalobrien.com

Ellen Pruitt

Ellen is exhibiting a body of work called "Expression of the Elements". She paints mostly in oil in order to capture the beauty and emotion of nature through her use of color.

CHAC Norte Featured Artists

Stevon Lucero, Robert Martinez, Suzanne Martino, and Michael Penny

Be sure to experience the timeless work of these tremenodus CHAC artists. CHAC would not be the same without them!

Stevon Lucero

Stevon Lucero is on a spiritual journey. More than a visual artist he is in truth, a philosopher artist. Each painting reflects a metaphor of his own internal dialogue between himself and God. Each piece tells a story, a story in which the ultimate intent and value lies in the future when people will have a greater understanding and appreciation for true spiritual art.

Visit www.stevonlucero.com for more info.

Robert Martinez

Robert's interest in art ranges from painting bold contemporary abstract pieces to creating Native American representational paintings. Though not Native American, Robert has a keen interest in portraying a proud and illustrious people. His favorite medium is acrylics which he applies most often to canvas. He also enjoys using water colors in his varied works.

Visit www.robertmar.com for more information

Suzanne Martino

"My process is constant: looking for materials, thinking about how to use them, taking phrases that pass through my mind, or experiences that I have had, and creating a way to flesh them out."

Visit www.skymindstudio.com for more info.

Michael Penny

Michael Penny is a master at sand blasted art, from decorative tiles to address markers.  He has many illustrious pieces for sale here at CHAC and he takes special orders as well.

To order, call his studio at 303-507-9118 or call CHAC at 303-571-0440 or send an email to asmstudio@comcast.net

For more info visit www.michaelpennyart.com
 

CHAC It Up!

Enjoy 3rd Friday, 6:30 in our gallery!

Enjoy an evening of interactive art, tasty margaritas, lite fare, and beautiful music. All guests will customize a glass of their choice with colorful enamel paints.

Event fee of $15.00 includes all materials and a complimentary margarita. Let the walls of the gallery inspire you!

Advance RSVP is required to guarantee a spot for you and someone special.
Phone payments will be accepted by Belinda at the CHAC Tiendita 303-571-0440.
For questions about the event please call Cindy 303-236-9389 or Stacie 720-429-7757.

Kid's Art Saturday: Third Saturday of Every Month

Saturday, January 21, 2012 - 2:00-4:00pm

Don't miss this opportunity to learn to paint with internationally exhibiting artist, Maria Lopez!

Maria holds a Masters in Fine Art from Boston University and Bachelors in Fines Arts from University of Colorado. You will be able to learn from the best of the best as you enjoy creating your own painting while experiencing Maria's art. Maria is showing all month in CHAC Gallery

Parents and children are welcome!

Cost is free. If you are able to provide a suggested donation of $2.00 to cover materials, CHAC thanks you.

Learning to Love Ourselves: Art Therapy Group in February

Ahh, February the month of love. Whether you have a current love in your life or not, learning to love yourself gives strength and health to significant relationships. So take time out for yourself to explore this very important skill  in a group therapy setting using art as a means of expression . No art experience necessary.

Class meets Monday evenings, Feb 6, 13, 20, 27 from 5:30-7:30 at CHAC Norte, 774 Santa Fe Dr. Cost is $35.00 per class or all four for $125.00. Pre registration required. Registration deadline is Feb. 2nd.

For more information or to register, contact Julie. Email heart.therapy@yahoo.com or call 303-521-0653. Julie, the instructor, is a registered Psychotherapist in the State of Colorado and a Certified Systemic Art Therapist.

CHAC Superstar of the Month

Jerry Lawson

This month CHAC honors Jerry Lawson, Storyteller and CHAC founding member. Jerry celebrates life and always has a great story to tell! She has been a long time CHAC member and is always a friend of CHAC. She is so generous with her time, talents and even in her finances; Jerry consistently gives to CHAC in these and other ways. We look so forward to her help and sharing her joy with us as she assists us in hanging group shows. Thanks for your great eye, wise counsel, friendship and the stories. We love you Jerry!

CHAC Thanks its Members and Supporters

As the new year begins, we reflect on all we are thankful for. We wish to extend our deepest gratitude for your contribution to the vitality of the organization this past year!  Not only would CHAC cease to exist without our members, artists and supporters, but we would also be without the creativity, artistic talent, and commitment of time and resources that collectively, enable the organization to thrive.

In addition to serving as one of the pioneers of Denver's ArtDistrict on Santa Fe, CHAC is also the only Chicano/Latino art Gallery in Colorado that features the work of new and established artists.  Since being founded in 1978 by a group of passionate visual and performing artists, CHAC has evolved into a dynamic arts organization concentrated on meeting the growing demand from the community.

Your commitment enables us to continue to offer year-round Gallery shows that include a spectacular array of visual art, provide nearly 5,000 underserved children with the opportunity to participate in authentic cultural arts education opportunities, sponsor landmark cultural events, such as El Dia de los Muertos celebrations and the annual Chile Harvest Festival and encourage an overall understanding of cultural awareness and a respect for diversity.  Additionally, your support enables the organization to showcase a variety of local performers, such as dancers whose recent visit to the Gallery included a performance and tutorial on the traditional Chicano/Indian Matachine dance, as seen in the photo below.

Please know that when you contribute to CHAC, you directly impact the lives of the more than 23,000 individuals served by the organization each year.  And, as a special thank you for your tax-deductible gift of $25 or more, you will receive a hand-painted, tin Oaxacan ornament to help celebrate the season.

Muchísimas gracias & best wishes for a happy and healthy 2012!

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Teacher Recertification Credit Workshop coming in April

Earn one half credit toward teacher recertification through Adams State College as you attend the class on Chicano/Latino Arts & Culture. This class will be offered in conjunction with Metro State College and the Journey through our Heritage exhibit, "Sacred Food Sacred Sites.

All teachers from elementary to Social Studies to History to Art to Spanish Language will benefit from taking this class. More details to follow. For more information email Julie @ julie@chacweb.org or call 303-571-0440.

Call for Entry: Oil Painters!!!

Oil Painters of America would like to invite the members from Chicago Humanities & Arts Council to answer our Call for Entry to our 2012 National Exhibition. Oil Painters of America's Twenty First Annual National Exhibition of Representational Oil Paintings will be held June 22 through July 21, 2012  at Evergreen Fine Art Gallery in Evergreen, Colorado.  
 
Approximately 30 awards will be given with a total value estimated in excess of $75,000 including a $25,000 Best of Show.  We are proud to announce this year's Juror of Awards is Quang Ho along with Daniel Greene as the Distinguished Artist.
 
Deadline for mailed-in slide submissions is February 10, 2012.  Deadline for on-line submissions is February 24, 2012. 
 
To enter, artists must reside in the U.S., Canada or Mexico and be a current member of OPA at an annual fee of $60. 
National Exhibition entry fee:  $30 for the first entry, $15 for the second. Maximum Size Unframed:  1200 square inches. 
 
To view the Exhibition Prospectus, please see the attached document or visit the website at www.oilpaintersofamerica.com.
 
Please feel free to contact me with any questions.
 
Elizabeth Pusch
Assistant to the Executive Director
Oil Painters of America
847-934-1721
www.oilpaintersofamerica.com