W A T E R The Art Lounge's Winter Exhibition By Sarah-Victoria Lozano |
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Top row left to right, Mariner, Hamsa, Vilma Torres, Adrianna Martinez, and Angel Abraham Loo.
Bottom: Cristina Piecuch, and Joel Garza. |
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What happened Last Saturday, Nov. 4, The Art Lounge celebrated its opening reception of WATER with live painting by Angel Abraham Loo and Adrianna Martinez, live music by Farris Ryan, snacks, and refreshments for the public. Why it matters
The Art Lounge showcased 13 artists (a personal record) producing traditional, contemporary, and mixed media art from Carol Plumb's classic oil paintings to Jeanna Peña's beautiful sea like ceramic sculptures. |
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Featured Artists Vie Dunn-Harr – Acrylic
Shelly Hamsa – Mixed Media
Ivan Benavides – Wood Sculpture
Joel Garza – Jewelry
Jeanna Peña – Ceramics
LeeAnn – Kintsugi
Adrianna Martinez – Oil
Cristina Piecuch – Printmaking
Angel Abraham Loo – Oil
Wendy Hauschildt – Oil
Vilma Torres – Mixed Media
Will Hoss – Sculpture
Mariner – Oil
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”Lush Waters” by Adriana Martinez |
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Themed Showcases Since its opening, The Art Lounge has been become known for its creative and interactive gallery receptions.
“They throw the best parties on the island,” said an attendee. About 300 people attended the WATER exhibition. The Art Lounge’s Instagram thanked the island saying, "We are overwhelmed with gratitude for everyone who came out, helped us spread the word about the show and purchased art! Thanks again!" |
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What now The exhibition will be on display through the month of December. Those who missed this night to remember are encouraged to stop by the lounge and visit during its open hours, Wednesday - Sunday from 12:30 to 6 p.m. |
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Jeanna Peña, Water Lily in Abstract, a two piece sculpture. |
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Ivan Benavides, Push, Acrylic on Wood, Norfolk Pine, 28" x 12"
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Jeanna Peña, Ancient Copper Waterfall, Turquoise Rimmed in Ancient Copper Drip. |
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Top: Hamsa, Droplets, Mixed Media on upcycled surfboard 21" x 81"
Bottom: Hamsa, Ocean Triptych 20" x 24" |
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Vie Dunn-Harr, Challenging Waters, Acrylic on canvas 12" x 36"
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