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September Updates

Sat, 4 Sep 2010 02:20:43 UTC

Chile Harvest 2010 Awards

Congratualtions to this year's award winners!!!

Green Chile Award

Harrison Fletcher

Red Chile Award

Blasted Works-George Tassara & Ella Myrick

Eppie Archuleta Folk Award

Lena Blea

Rick Manzanares Contemporary Award

Cindy Loya

Special Invitation from Jeremy Silas Ulibarri, aka JOLT

JOLT would like to invite members of the community to join together at CHAC on Saturday September 11th from 1pm – 3pm to discuss ideas for an exciting mural venture as well as invite artists to discuss making art a career. Please join us!

The GuerillaGarden has recently partnered with the Denver Housing Authority to create a monumental public art mural for a new residence center in the South Lincoln Community. This is an exciting venture project.

The GuerillaGarden is the brainchild of Jeremy Silas Ulibarri, aka JOLT, and has since become a springboard for a variety of educational and out -reach projects. As a Denver native, JOLT’s work has a central focus on community involvement. In JOLT’s view “It isn’t enough that artists produce great ideas in isolation… Artists must find a way to connect themselves to the larger picture, which is the society and community in which they live.”

The out-reach efforts led by JOLT landed him the Westword MasterMind Award for 2010. In the press release JOLT spoke about the public role of art and the artist: “My work has been guided by an underlying aesthetic philosophy that attempts to ‘naturalize the urban environment.’ Softening the hard steel and institutional walls of the industry is a social imperative. For the health of social consciousness, artists must inject an element of abstracted ecology into industrial structures.” As a perfect metaphor JOLT sees himself as a gardener, adding color to urban landscapes.

Sincerely, The GuerillaGarden Studios

Don't forget to Register for Crafty Chica!

4th Saturday, Kathy Cano Murillo, Crafty Chica Classes

September 25, 2010- Hot, Hot, Hot! Chips and Salsa Set-1:00-3:00

Just in time for football season. Make this festive chips and salsa set. "A fiesta without chips and salsa is like a piñata without candy. Never underestimate the conversational power of warm and crispy corn chips accompanied by juicy, salty, and searing salsa. Honor this timeless tradition by delivering the spicy goods with mucho flavor and character." Save the date! Register by Wednesday September 22nd. $20.00

September Events

Fri, 20 Aug 2010 19:44:18 UTC

The Chile Harvest Festival, A Celebration of Art and Culture!

August 28 & 29, 2010 at Lakewood Heritage Center

The Chile Harvest Festival is right around the corner! Join us August 28th & 29th from 10-5 at Lakewood Heritage Center 801 S. Yarrow St. Lakewood, Colorado. We will be featuring cultural kids arts and crafts, great food, roasted chile, music, flamenco dancers, Aztec dancers and more! Call CHAC at 303-571-0440 begin_of_the_skype_highlighting 303-571-0440 end_of_the_skype_highlighting begin_of_the_skype_highlighting 303-571-0440 end_of_the_skype_highlighting or Lakewood Heritage Center at 303-987-7850 begin_of_the_skype_highlighting 303-987-7850 end_of_the_skype_highlighting begin_of_the_skype_highlighting 303-987-7850 end_of_the_skype_highlighting for more information.

Green Chili cook-off is coming! See wibesite for entry from and details.

Entertainment & Demo Schedule

Saturday
10:30am – 11:30am James Garcia
11:00am Lindita’s salsa demo
11:00am – 12noon Santos carving demo
12noon – 1:00pm Soul’d Out
12:15pm – 12:45pm Storytelling
1:00pm – 2:00pm Straw appliqué demo
1:30pm – 2:30pm Tlaloc Aztec Dancers
2:00pm Lindita’s salsa demo
2:30pm Cook-off announcements
2:30pm – 3:30pm Salsa lessons
3:00pm – 4:00pm Turnstyle Classic Rock

Sunday
10:30am – 11:30am Chimaltonalli Aztec Dance
11:00am Lindita’s salsa demo
11:00am – 12noon Santos carving demo
12noon – 1:00pm Matachines Dance
12:15pm – 12:45pm Storytelling
1:00pm – 2:00pm Straw appliqué demo
2:00pm Lindita’s salsa demo
1:30pm – 2:30pm Fiesta Colorado
2:30pm Cook-off announcements
2:30pm – 3:30pm Salsa lessons
3:00pm – 4:00pm Asia Jazz Project

CHAC Gallery Show

Alistair Bane, Joe N. Martinez, Robert Martinez, Thompson Williams

"Art4 - The Show" September 1st - September 25th, 2010

Opening Night: First Friday September 3rd, 2010, 6pm-10pm

Gallery Hours: Wednesday, Thursday 10am - 4pm, Fridays 12pm - 5pm, First Friday 12pm - 10pm, Third Friday 12pm-9pm, Saturday 12pm - 4pm

CHAC Norte Featured Artists

Rebecca V. Rozales, Ian Rumley, Beverly Green, Pegi Taylor, Dominick Domingo, Robert Maestas, Stevon Lucero, Michael Penny, Robert Martinez, and Suzanne Martino

Rebecca V. Rozales

Rebecca V. Rozales focuses on human expression through the use of acrylic paint, pastel or any medium she pursues. As visitors walk through her visual window of expression they become aware of the relationships between art and life. Rebecca received a BFA from Metropolitan State College and now teaches painting and drawing at her studio.

Rebecca will display at The CHAC Gallery North, 772 Santa Fe Dr. Denver, Co 80204 in September and October 2010. To contact Rebecca please call or e-mail at: 720-331-8768 begin_of_the_skype_highlighting 720-331-8768 end_of_the_skype_highlighting begin_of_the_skype_highlighting 720-331-8768 end_of_the_skype_highlighting artm72@rebeccarozales or visit her web site www.rebeccarozales.com

Ian Rumley, Beverly Green, Pegi Taylor, Dominick Domingo, Robert Maestas

Enjoy the unique showing of five of CHAC's fabulous artists as they exhibit in the front and kitchen of CHAC Norte for the entire month of September!

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

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

Suzanne writes of her work: I consider myself an arranger. Many of my pieces begin with an observance of objects and a reflection on the ways in which they relate to each other. It is my opinion that part of the creative process involves having vision: the ability to see the possibility and potential in the materials you work with. My current works reflect an interest in the sacred, a fascination for the part of us that longs for the mythic, and a contemplation on the true nature of happiness.

www.stevonlucero.com

www.robertmar.com

Weekly Summer Workshops A Huge Success

Special thanks to all of you who joined us for the weekly, Thursday, summer kids, cultural art classes! Everyone had a great time! We want to extend a special thanks to those of you who returned to enjoy the class with us week after week! We held 10 classes for a total of 123 students, parents, and grandparents. Thank you for spreading the word and bringing your friends and neighbors! We wish you a happy school year!

Poetry y Mas

2nd Saturday Poetry on September 11, 2010 - 2:00-4:00pm

We will present discussion on El Grito de la Independencia that took place on Dies y Seis de Septiembre in the year 1810 . In 1808 Father Hidalgo became a leader of an underground independence movement centered around literary clubs where the talk centered on emerging ideas on nationalism and political liberty. When authorities moved to arrest him, he gathered together his followers and his parishioners and issued the “Grito de Delores” on September 16, 1810 - a declaration of independence. Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla led the Mexican independence movement against Spanish rule in 1810 and unleashed a torrent of political passions that rocked Mexico for the first sixty years of its history as a nation. Learn how this date has and continues to be celebrated in Mexico. Please join us and participate. Contact Suzanna Vega @ 720-569-9350 begin_of_the_skype_highlighting 720-569-9350 end_of_the_skype_highlighting begin_of_the_skype_highlighting 720-569-9350 end_of_the_skype_highlighting.

Kids Art Saturday

3rd Saturday - September 18, 2010 - 2:00-4:00pm

Learn the history of the time when the Spanish came to Mexico. Hear about the changes that came as a result politically, socially, culturally, and in religious beliefs. This was a time of birth of new ideas. But change came with confusion that brought hard times for many. Yet patriotism prevailed. The flag was and is honored, as it represents the ideas of the country. Hear the legend of the Mexican flag. Make a shoulder bag (morral) to carry your country’s treasures.

Crafty Chica-save the date

4th Saturday, Kathy Cano Murillo, Crafty Chica Classes

September 25, 2010- Hot, Hot, Hot! Chips and Salsa Set-1:00-3:00

Just in time for football season. Make this festive chips and salsa set. "A fiesta without chips and salsa is like a piñata without candy. Never underestimate the conversational power of warm and crispy corn chips accompanied by juicy, salty, and searing salsa. Honor this timeless tradition by delivering the spicy goods with mucho flavor and character." Save the date! Register by Wednesday September 22nd. $20.00

WE WILL NOT HAVE CRAFTY CHICA CLASS IN AUGUST. WE WILL ALL BE AT THE CHILE HARVEST. JOIN US!!!

Mira! Un Artista una Hora (Look! One Artist, one Hour)

Mira! Un Artista una Hora (Look! One Artist, one Hour) will meet the forth Saturday of every other month starting in the fall. The first lecture will be at 2:00 on October 23. Save the date!

Birthday Parties at CHAC

Are you looking for unique venue to hold your child's birthday party this year? Do you want to make it memorable? Come to CHAC! We now offer extraordinary, cultural birthday parties on our fabulous Mexican style patio or in the gallery!

CHAC provides:

* The patio,(or the gallery space if the weather is inclemement)
* A guided gallery tour of both CHAC Gallery and CHAC Norte
* A hands-on Cultural Art class of your choice. Choose from one of our 15 cultural art workshops to be presented to your group. Each child will make their own art or craft to take home.
* The pinata, the history behind it and the breaking of pinata game.
* Children's bilingual book of their choice for the birthday boy or girl.
* 10% discount for all on the day of the party in the Tiendita.

All you need to provide are the paper goods, beverage and the cake. Cost: $150.00 non-members. $135.00 CHAC members. Call CHAC to register.

Summer-Fall Campaign

Watch our giving grow!

Thank you to everyone who has contributed to our summer campaign! We have raised over $2,000. It is not too late to give! So, if you haven't already sent a check, please do so today. You may also use your credit card or call us and we will take care of you! 100% of our Board of Directors have donated to the campaign! Every staff person has made a donation...now we are looking to you for your help! Please help support our year round cultural arts programming! We will be providing many varied programs this new school year for students and the general public.

Star of the Month

Kathy Martinez

We would like to thank CHAC member Kathy Martinez for her ongoing support of our organization! Kathy has been a faithful supporter for several years. We appreciate everything she has done for us!

Kathy tells us "Keep up the great work with the kids-my passion...especially responding to the needs of the most under-served young members of our community."

Thanks again Kathy for all your support!

Book of the Month

THE STORY OF COLORS / LA HISTORIA DE LOS COLORES
A Bilingual Folktale from the Jungles of Chiapas
by Subcomandante Marcos
illustrated by Domitila Domínguez

"One day old man Antonio is walking in the jungle of Chiapas with his friend Subcomandante Insurgente Marcos when he sees a macaw bird, its feathers blessed with each and every color, like a rainbow. The bird reminds the old man of a story that he wants his friend Marcos to know. It’s the story of how the gods found all the colors in the world. Antonio sits down on the ground and begins:Once upon a time the world was just black and white with gray in between...

This wonderful folktale reveals some of the down-to-earth wisdom of the indigenous peoples of Chiapas. At the same time, it provides us with a fresh perspective on the struggles of the people there. They fight to conserve their culture and a vision of the world which they see as flowering with a holiness that cannot be measured in dollars or defined by politics."

Supply Drive

On your next shopping trip remember CHAC!

CHAC is in need of many items as we head into fall. Instead of buying one can of coffee why not buy two and donate the second to CHAC. And, this is a great time for buy one get one supplies as many stores are running sales for back to school.

EVERY DAY STAPLES WISH LIST

Toilet Paper, Paper Towels, Napkins, Coffee, Styrofoam Cups, Paper Plates, Book of Stamps, Copy Paper, Printer Cartridges (cal CHAC for type), Folding Chairs

EDUCATIONAL SUPPLIES WISH LIST
One Hole Punches (6)
Fabric Scraps
3 pkgs. Disinfectant Wipes
Sheet protectors for 3 ring binder
3 Dozen Erasers
Ream of Tag Board 8.5” x 11”
3-6 boxes of Kleenex
Paint Markers
Pencil Sharpener-hand held with cover (3)
Mechanical pencils- one pkg.
Small jars of poster paint – any colors
Small bottles of Acrylic paint –any colors
Colored Construction paper
Yarn
Oil Pastels
Chalk Pastels
Adobe CS3 or CS4 for PC

August Events

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August Events

CHAC Gallery Show: “Cada mente es un mundo.” Every mind is a world.

Group Exhibit featuring: Stephan Armijo, Michael Cañada, Jerry Vigil, Rob Yancy, & Robert Maestas

August 6th-28th, 2010
Opening night: 1st Friday, August 6, 2010 Time: 6-9 pm
CHAC Gallery 772 Santa Fe Dr. Denver, CO 80204

CHAC Norte Featured Artists

Lionel Holy Elk Face

CHAC is pleased to show the accomplished works of Lionel Holy Elk Face, also known as Gems, in the front gallery of CHAC Norte. Gems is a local Graffiti Artist and has titled this show The Relentless Show. So come out and support your local graffiti artist.You won't want to miss this one!

Stevon Lucero

Visit Stevon and his visionary art this July at the CHAC Norte Gallery...

Stevon is always up for visitors to his studio located inside CHAC Norte Gallery. Drop in, talk about life, talk about art, watch Stevon paint. He is a local treasure you won't want to miss. You will be richer for having met with him. To catch him, be sure to come later in the afternoon! Learn more about Stevon at www.stevonlucero.com

Michael Penny

“To see a world in a grain of sand, and a heaven in a wild flower; to hold infinity in the palm of your hand and eternity in an hour--is inspiration.” -William Blake

Local Denver Artist Michael J. Penny shares his broad collection of inspirational art pieces. His work includes a wide collection of fine pieces including unique art pieces that were inspired by his love of nature, culture, spirituality and life. Michael's unique ability to reproduce an artifact look in a new world setting sets his work apart from any other artist. The combination of deep relief sandblasting in stone with fine detailing is both unique and of the highest quality. The final product of stone tile art pieces and embellishments is something that is guaranteed to please each and every one who views his work.

Michael’s studio is located in the historic San Rafael neighborhood and can be visited by appointment. All work is hand crafted by Michael in his studio. Custom work is also available by special order.

Robert Martinez

Robert's interest in art ranges from painting bold contemporary abstract pieces to creating Native American representational paintings. Though not Native American himself, Robert has a keen interest in portraying a proud and illustrious people. Robert will be featuring the vibrant oversize Native American classic paintings for which he is best known. Bob explores a color explosion with purples and orange hues which delight the senses! His work stirs the heart and appeals to all lovers of art.

www.robertmar.com

Suzanne Martino

Suzanne's work continues to delight and amaze viewers of all ages with her whimsy and creativity. She is motivated in her work by finding the relationships between seemingly unrelated objects; which despite differences may share a similar color, shape or surface sheen. Over the last few years she has developed an interest in vintage collectables particularly ones that might be misunderstood, and deemed “cheesy”. She incorporates them into her work where they are given a second chance to be seen with a new perspective.

Suzanne strives to find ways to relate to the human experience. This is the driving force in her work. She attempts, through artistic commentary, to look at the ways in which our humanity unfolds, sometimes with seriousness, sometimes with humor; and hopefully always with a bit of whimsy and imagination.

Rebecca Rozales

Rebecca will be showing her masterful artworks the entire month of August in CHAC Norte's cocina.

Rebecca Rozales has registered to do the 3-day 60 Mile Walk for the Cure to honor the many women she knows who have survived breast cancer. Since registering she has learned of three more friends who have been diagnosed and one more survivor. She wants to see the number of breast cancer survivors grow and wants to do something that matters. She has agreed to raise $2,300.00 in donations in order to participate in the walk. You are invited to join Rebecca at CHAC Norte in support for the Cure. Saturday Aug, 21, 2010 - 4:00-8:00 pm. She will auction off “Nested Hearts” in support of Susan Gurule’s 3 day walk to fight breast cancer. Mexican food will be served. Come by and bid on the donated art works by Denver artist and CHAC member Rebecca Rozales. For more information call 720-331-8768. www.rebeccarozales.com

Jaime Delfino Sandoval and Cassandra Keyzer

Two artists, two different backgrounds, both very different but very much the same. Through shared experiences and inspirations, they have come together through art, love and punk rock.

Come experience a pure surreal "psychodelicate" experience from Cea Keyzer and Jaime DelFino.

Weekly Summer Workshops for the Whole Family

Spend Thursday mornings at CHAC with your child in our summer parent child workshops, 11:00am-Noon. All ages welcome! Don't miss this! We have been having a wonderful time!

Mexican Sun, Ages: 3rd – adult, July 29, 2010
Hear ancient legends of the sun, learn the meanings of the sun images to ancient Mexican cultures, and create a clay wall plaque.

Paper Comes From Trees, Ages: 3rd – adult, August 5, 2010
Create your own “bark” painting in the style of the Otomi people.

Santos, Ages: 1st – adult, August 12, 2010
Learn about the role of the saints in Catholic Mexico and make your own Retablo like a Santero.

CHAC Norte 774 Santa Fe Dr. Denver, CO 80204. Call to register,(303) 571-0440.
Sign up preferred but drop ins welcome. $3.00 per child. Additional children $2.00 each. No charge for parent to help child. Parent is welcome to make their own art as well for an additional fee of $2.00.

Poetry y Mas

2nd Saturday Poetry on August 14, 2010 - 2:00-4:00pm

Join us for CHAC's Poetry y Mas Open Mic where YOU ARE the star! Discuss your favorite Fantasy World,
Share your own creation or those of your favorite writer, beyond the looking glass and past the cosmos!
Call me- Suzan Vega – 720-569-9350

Kids Art Saturday:

3rd Saturday - August 21, 2010 - 2:00-4:00pm

What can you do with a handkerchief? There is a big history about the handkerchief (paliacate or pañuelo) in Mexico. The handkerchief made its appearance in Mexico in the 1800’s remains a favorite Mexico and in the American west ever since. Worn around the head and under the hat it protects against sweating and from the sun. Used around the neck, in cowboy style, it is available to cover the face and nose if there was a sand storm. It is still used in dance and decoration. Learn a handkerchief dance, play handkerchief games, make a special handkerchief craft.

Crafty Chica-save the date

4th Saturday, Kathy Cano Murillo, Crafty Chica Classes

September 25, 2010- Hot, Hot, Hot! Chips and Salsa Set-1:00-3:00

WE WILL NOT HAVE CRAFTY CHICA CLASS IN AUGUST. WE WILL ALL BE AT THE CHILE HARVEST. JOIN US!!! Crafty Chica will meet every other month starting in the fall. Next Class September 25th See you then!

King of the Kitchen Cooking Classes at CHAC

Last Saturday of the month, July 31, 2010

This months Sun and Fun Cooking Course is all about the backyard grill. With summer almost coming to an end we celebrate a wonderful summer menu great for entertaining family and friends.

The menu will be:
Home made chorizo burgers
Mexican corn cups
Cilantro lime slaw
Mint kissed watermelon slices
Hot cold coconut chocolate shots

Plus our great Tequila tasting. We will try several tequilas from blancos to reposados to anejos...from economical to extravagant...Class is on Saturday, July 31st at 5:30 p.m. Class will last approximately 2 hours and dinner will be served. Admission is $45 dollars and if you buy one admission you get one for half off, so bring a friend! Hope to see you there...www.kingofthekitchencatering .com

Mira! Un Artista una Hora (Look! One Artist, one Hour)

We were honored to have Rita Flores de Wallace speak to us about the traditions of women and the Curandera. Everyone was delighted to hear her stories of the realities of this ancient art held by indigenous groups from all over Mexico. The event was written up in Westword's Thursday's July 22nd 2010 edition

Starting in the fall we will meet every other month on the 4th Saturday. Stay tuned for info on the October lecture.

The Chile Harvest Festival, A Celebration of Art and Culture!

August 28 & 29, 2010 at Lakewood Heritage Center

The Chile Harvest Festival is right around the corner! Join us August 28th & 29th from 10-5 at Lakewood Heritage Center 801 S. Yarrow St. Lakewood, Colorado. We will be featuring cultural kids arts and crafts, great food, roasted chile, music, flamenco dancers, Aztec dancers and more! Call CHAC at 303-571-0440 or Lakewood Heritage Center at 303-987-7850 for more information.

Green Chili cook-off is coming! See wibesite for entry from and details.

Birthday Parties on the Patio

CHAC provides:

All you need to provide are the paper goods, beverage and the cake. Cost: $150.00 non-members. $135.00 CHAC members. Call CHAC to register.

CHAC Updates

CHAC welcomes new board members Nancy Slyter, Lucille Rivera and Arturo Martinez!

We are honored to have you join our organization. We will be featuring Nancy this month and the other new members in newsletters to follow.

Nancy became affiliated with CHAC in 2005. She worked at the Denver Botanic Gardens when CHAC was hosting the Chili Harvest Festival there. She met an artist and a Board member at that time, Paul Potts. (Offically introduced through Steven Rozic) Paul Potts is truly responsible for getting Nancy on board as he recognized her artistic abilities and hence she signed up to do the group show, "Transformers", with Paul, Carlos Martinez, Daniel Lowenstein, & Steve Rozic. Nancy felt it was a complete honor. From then on she has shown, volunteered, and now most recently joined the Board of Directors at CHAC.

She is utilizing her fundraising background (10 years) and creative artistic side to help raise funds, build CHAC in the social media community, and continue to help CHAC grow overall. She looks forward to working with the dynamic group of individuals that make up CHAC's Board of Directors.

Thank you Nancy! We are happy to have you on board!

Crafty Chica will meet the forth Saturday of every other month in the fall. Next class will be September 25

Mira! Un Artista una Hora (Look! One Artist, one Hour) will meet the forth Saturday of every other month starting in the fall. The first lecture will be at 2:00 on October 23

Take August off for Chile Harvest!

Summer Campaign

Watch our giving grow!

Thank you to everyone who has contributed to our summer campaign! We have raised over $1000 and hope to be closer to our goal by the end of August. So if you haven't already sent a check, please do so today. You may also use your credit card or call us and we will take care of you! 100% of our Board of Directors have donated to the campaign! Every staff person has made a donation...now we are looking to you for your help! Please help support our year round cultural arts programming!

Volunteer of the Month

Tammy Yancy

Tammy Yancey is a wonderful volunteer, and is so deserving of this recognition! She has helped us with so many things from A to Z and everything in between! She jumps in and helps with whatever is needed, and always with a smile! She has served on several Committees and was one hell of a bartender when we needed her! Right now she is doing all the Facebook updates for CHAC and the Chile Harvest Festival! We are so grateful for her time and dedication to the organization! When you see Tammy....be sure to say "hello and thank you"

Tammy writes: I love being surrounded by art and color. Being a member artist of CHAC has opened up so many new ideas in my jewelry making and has paved the way to many new friendships and mentors. My goal is to one day have a little studio somewhere in New Mexico, working alongside my passionate, gentle, loving husband, Rob.

Donor of the Month

Bob & Jan Martinez

Jan and Bob have been faithful supporters for years and we want to thank them for their generosity to the organization! They have helped us out in so many ways and are always so nice and pleasant. We sure appreciate their generous nature!

Business of the Month

Monique Ortega

Monique Ortega, Certified Message Therapist, will be bringing her message chair for 1st Friday in August. She will be doing message or tarot card readings for $1.00 a minute.
Monique Ortega began learning wholistic health at a young age and began her own study of herbal remedies. She later became interested in Reflexology and began practicing on friends and family. After continued study and practice she noticed extraordinary changes in clients who suffered from Arthritis, Diabetes and Prolapsed Organs. In Early 2007 she graduated from the 700 Hour Massage Program at The Colorado School of Healing Arts, then continued to pursue an Associates of Occupational Studies in Massage Therapy, graduating in early 2008. She feels blessed to be passionate about Massage Therapy and is grateful that she has been successful at providing her services for over five years now. She is Certified in Neuromuscular Therapy, Lymphatic Drainage, Reflexology and is currently pursuing certification in Trauma Touch Therapy. She aspires to one day get a Masters in Chinese Medicine.

www.mindbody-spirit.com

Book of the Month

The Day it Snowed Tortillas by Joe Hays

“How can it snow tortillas?” Well, now you know where to find the answer.

Readers of any age will enjoy this magical tale of a clever woman who saved her husband from a band of robbers by making the old man believe it snowed tortillas during the night!

Stop by the Tendita to get your copy today!

Store Item of the Month

Just in...New colorful tin work from Oaxaca Mexico!

Lions, Tigers and Bears OH MY! Come see the new Corazons, Luna's and Sol's for the new low price of only $2.99 each!

July Events

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July Events

CHAC will be closed Friday July 2nd & Saturday July 3rd in obervance of 4th of July weekend. We will reopen Wednesday July 7 at 10:00am.

CHAC Gallery Show: "Expressions"

Artists: Pamela Acosta, Darlene Kuhne, Connie Mae LaMotte, Benita J. Olivas, Lucille Ruibal Rivera

July's show is about personal "Expressions" through the eyes of five talented artists! These five artists are showing “Expressions” of their work through acrylics, oils and photography. See their works of nature, imagination and man through their eyes, heart and soul…. Each of them sees the world through their own heart, eyes and soul!
Just as the 4th of July is a celebration of “life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness,” come and feel the "life, liberty and happiness" that is expressed in their works… Come and experience:"Expressions".

Opening reception 2nd Friday, July 9, 2010, 6:00-9:00 pm. Monique Ortega, Certified Message Therapist, will be bringing her message chair for 2nd Friday in July and 1st Friday in August. She will be doing message or tarot card readings for $1.00 a minute.

CHAC 2010 July Show Call for Entries: “Chicano/a Icónica, The people and events that shaped Colorado”

Entry Fee: $5.00 per piece non-members, Free to Members, or join CHAC.

EXHIBITION DISCRIPTION:
CHAC is accepting Members and local artists’ submissions for the exhibition "Chicano/a Inconica,The people and events that shaped Colorado" which will be on view at CHAC July 1st thru July 31st, 2010. This exhibit is will run concurrently during the Biennial of the Americas, a month-long cultural celebration of innovation, imagination and the artistic achievement of the Western Hemisphere hosted by the city of Denver. During this exhibition, three of CHAC’s own will be the subject of special recognition, Jerry Lawson, Rita Wallace and Carlos Martinez.

Chicano/a Iconica is an exhibition that introduces to the audience artistic interpretations of iconic people and events that have helped shape the Chicano/a experience. From the Ludlow Massacre to present day immigration issues, from Corky Gonzales to Manuel Ramos to Eppie Archuleta and Betty Benevidez the iconic people and events of Colorado’s history have shaped what and who the Denver Chicano/a Community is.

ARTIST ELIGIBILITY:
Eligible artists must live within Colorado and be willing to pay the entry fee or join in membership. Submissions are free for CHAC members. If responding from outside the Denver area contact info is presented below, Artist is responsible for shipping both to and from CHAC.

WORK ELIGIBILITY:
Work in all media is eligible. 3D Media is encouraged. Preference will be given to new work that has never been exhibited specific to this exhibit. The intent of this exhibit is to highlight Iconic people and events from Colorado’s Chicano/Latino Community’s past. The focus of the pieces is for artistic interpretation. Artist must provide written guidelines to pieces submitted.

CURATOR: Jerry Vigil, Denver Artist and Santero.

EXHIBITION CALENDAR:
• Sunday, June 27, 2010 Submission deadline

• Sunday, June 27, 2010 Drop off at CHAC Gallery

• June 27 – July 1, 2010 Exhibition installation

• Friday, July 9, 2010 Soft Opening

• Friday, July 16, 2010 Artist reception & special events evening

• July 1 - 31, 2010 Exhibition on view at CHAC
• Sunday, August 1, 2010 Strike exhibit/ Art pick up
• Gallery will be closed July 2 &3, 2010

SUBMISSION INFORMATION:
Please let us know and indicate your desire to exhibit in “Chicano/a Inconica,The people and events that shaped Colorado" by emailing chicanoiconica@yahoo.com . Please use this email if you have specific questions or special requirements for exhibiting of piece(s).

Weekly Summer Workshops for the Whole Family

Spend Thursday mornings at CHAC with your child in our our summer parent child workshops, 11:00am-Noon. All ages welcome! Don't miss this! We have been having a wonderful time!

Aztec Masks, Ages: 1st – adult, June 24, 2010
See the history behind the remarkable masks made by Mexico’s ancient Aztecs; then, create a magnificent mask.

Catrina, Ages: 1st – adult, July 8, 2010
Create your own skeleton figurine sporting a daily life costume in the traditional style of Dia de los Muertos (Day of the Dead.)

Juego de Lotería (Mexican Bingo), Ages: 1st – adult, July 15, 2010
Play the authentic game of Juego de Lotería (Mexican Bingo) and be a designer to create your own Lotería card.

Capirotada (Mexican Bread Pudding), Ages: 2nd – adult, July 22, 2010
Come see how easy it is to make good food and good art by using items close at hand!

Mexican Sun, Ages: 3rd – adult, July 29, 2010
Hear ancient legends of the sun, learn the meanings of the sun images to ancient Mexican cultures, and create a clay wall plaque.

Paper Comes From Trees, Ages: 3rd – adult, August 5, 2010
Create your own “bark” painting in the style of the Otomi people.

Santos, Ages: 1st – adult, August 12, 2010
Learn about the role of the saints in Catholic Mexico and make your own Retablo like a Santero.

“Chicano/a Icónica, The people and events that shaped Colorado”

“Chicano/a Iconica, The people and events that shaped Colorado” is an exhibition that introduces to the audience to artistic interpretations of iconic people and events that have helped shape the Colorado Chicano/a experience. From the Ludlow Massacre to present day immigration issues, from Corky Gonzales to Manuel Ramos to Eppie Archuleta and Betty Benevidez the iconic people and events of Colorado’s history have shaped what and who the Denver Chicano/a Community is.

"Chicano/a Inconica,The people and events that shaped Colorado" will be on view at CHAC Norte July 1st thru July 31st, 2010. This exhibit is will run concurrently during the Biennial of the Americas, a month-long cultural celebration of innovation, imagination and the artistic achievement of the Western Hemisphere hosted by the city of Denver. During this exhibition, three of CHAC’s own will be the subject of special recognition, Jerry Lawson, Rita Wallace and Carlos Martinez.

CURATOR: Jerry Vigil, Denver Artist and Santero.

EXHIBITION CALENDAR:
· July 1 - 31, 2010 Exhibition on view at CHAC
· Friday, July 9, 2010 Soft Opening
· Friday, July 16, 2010 Artist reception & special events evening
· June 27 – July 1, 2010 Exhibition installation
· Gallery will be closed July 2 & 3, 2010

CHAC Norte Featured Artists

Stevon Lucero

Visit Stevon and his visionary art this July at the CHAC Norte Gallery...

Robert Martinez

www.robertmar.com

Suzanne Martino

Michael Penny

“To see a world in a grain of sand, and a heaven in a wild flower; to hold infinity in the palm of your hand and eternity in an hour--is inspiration.” -William Blake

Poetry y Mas

2nd Saturday Poetry - July 10, 2010 - 2:00-4:00pm

This 2nd Saturday Poetry y Mas our guest star of stars is Jerry Lawson, cuentista extraordinaire. Join us as we are taken to a very special place in the imagination of this wonderful woman. Sign up as well for our open mic, get your artistic juices flowing and become immersed in those excellent vibes found on the Santa Fe Drive of your dreams. We’re to be found specifically at 772 Santa Fe Drive just off 8th Avenue in the heart of Denver’s arts district. Come on gente a new world awaits you –First Friday is Great y 2nd Saturday Poetry y Mas es muy bueno tambien! As always, call me – Suzanna Vega @ 720-569-9350 if you’d like to discuss anything or even volunteer y mas.

Kids Art Saturday:

3rd Saturday - July 17, 2010 - 2:00-4:00pm

It's summer time and time for travel. Journey though Mexico with Folklorista Rita Flores de Wallace, make a craft out of home ceramic that will amaze you! As always Kids Art Saturday classes are free. Donations are accepted.

Crafty Chica

4th Saturday, Kathy Cano Murillo, Crafty Chica Classes - 2:00-4:00pm
Calling all Crafty Chicas! Join us for a summer of sizzling classes! Wow your guests with home goods for entertaining that you made yourself!

June 26, 2010- Mexican Margarita Candles- 1:00-3:00 Start your South-of -the-Border theme with sparkling candles.

Enjoy sipping on a Margarita or lemon-lime lemonade as you create your own illuminated margarita glass candles. Chips and salsa will be served.

Summer Special-Buy one get one half price: You pay $15.00 and your friend pays half price! Register by Wednesday June 23, 2010. Call 303-571-0440

July 24, 2010- Mexicali Mini-Lights-1:00-3:00

Make a 15 light string of patio lights to add to your evening ambiance of entertaining. These terra cotta twinklers are sure to de-light (pun intended) with your own creative flair!

Enjoy a glass of a mojito or raspberry lemonade and popcorn along with Chica comraderee while you create!

Summer Special-Buy one get one half price: You pay $15.00 and your friend pays half price! Register by Friday July 24, 2010. Call 303-571-0440

King of the Kitchen Cooking Classes at CHAC

Last Saturday of the month - 5:00-8 ish

June 26, 2010

Join us at C.H.A.C. Saturday June 26th from 5:00 til' 8 ish, for this months exciting King of the Kitchen Cooking Course. Tony Vecchio and King of the Kitchen Catering leads our Fun and Sun Cooking Course; A cultural cooking course for beginners and professionals. Learn, laugh and have FUN. Class is held every last Saturday of the month from 5:00-8:00ish p.m. So make a night of it, bring a date, enjoy a great meal while adding to your cooking repertoire.

This month's class will feature "Summer Grill." The menu will be as follows...

Tequila Lime Chicken
Bacon Wrapped Grilled Shrimp
Cilantro Lime Rice
Roasted Corn and Tequila Watermelon Granita

Dont forget the Tequila tasting as well...We will be featuring Cabo Wabo Tequila, Cuervo Especial 1800 and Sotol de Chihuahua. Please call Tony Vecchio at 720-629-0495 for class info or visit www.kingofthekitchencatering .com

July 31, 2010

Visit www.kingofthekitchencatering .com for info on July's class.

Mira! Un Artista una Hora (Look! One Artist, one Hour)

4th Thursday of the month - July 22, 2010 - 6:30-7:30 pm

You know we've been talking about it...you've heard about it...and now it's finally here!

Join folklorist Rita Flores de Wallace as she kicks off the first of our artist lecture series. Rita will treat us to a talk on the folk traditions of the curandera. Hear little known facts of traditional medicinals that work! See authentic items from Rita's collections that explain the concepts firsthand!

Rita is a talented treasure that we are so lucky to have in our Denver community. Originally from Saltillo, Coahuila, Mexico, Rita has been a CHAC member for years. To show our appreciation for all she has given to the community, we are honoring Rita this July. Don't miss this rare opportunity to come in and listen to Rita share her wealth of knowledge in world of Mexican folk realities. This is your chance to ask her questions, and hear life enriching perspectives that are ancient and little known.

Delicious beverage and snacks will be provided. Cost is $3.00 for non-members and $2.00 for members

Chile Harvest Festival

August 28 & 29, 2010 at the Lakewood Heritage Center

Save the dates! We are seeking artists and assorted vendors to exhibit and sell their unique wares. Would you like to have a venue to show and sell some of your newest art pieces? Then, rent an artist's booth at this year's low rate of $100.00. Do you or anyone you know make pepper jelly? Or, what about dark chocolate bars with chiles? Become a vendor at the ever growing Chile Harvest Festival. Artist and vendor applications can be found at: http://www.lakewood.org/comres/page.cfm?ID=441&ChileHarvestFestival/ Deadline to apply for booth rental is July 1st. To apply for a non-profit booth at a drastically reduced rate contact CHAC at 303-571-0440. Hurry and reserve your space today!

Would you like to volunteer with CHAC to put on this year's Chile Harvest Festival? You are invited to have a significant role in impacting the community by making this the best Chile Harvest ever! Join the Chile Harvest committee. Call 303-571-0440.

Lori Melena, Hospitality coordinator for the Chili Harvest is looking for volunteers to help keep the hospitality room running and relieving artists at their booths if needed. Would like people to volunteer for at least 2 hour shifts as we will need "two people" to cover all the time. Please email Lori at: lorimelena@earthlink.net

Birthday Parties on the Patio

Are you looking for unique venue to hold your child's birthday party this year? Do you want to make it memorable? Come to CHAC! We now offer extraordinary, cultural birthday parties on our fabulous Mexican style patio!

CHAC provides:

All you need to provide are the paper goods, beverage and the cake.

Cost: $150.00 non-members. $135.00 CHAC members. Call CHAC to register.

Volunteer of the Month

Suzanna Vega

Suzanna has been a part of CHAC for a very long time. She has faithfully helped out for years. Right now she is in charge of Poetry y Mas. She coordinates it finds the speakers, send out PR to gather people. She usually helps out at cash register first Fridays, she is great with customers, and is always available when she is needed.

Donor of the Month

Belinda Maestas

Our dear sweet Belinda! We are so blessed to have this one of a kind original as one of our own at CHAC! Belinda is giving, loving and is always there with a smile and ready to sell you something you didn't even know you needed!

Belinda is one of the most generous people I have ever met....she is always donating things we need at CHAC. For instance... the other day a man came by selling first aid kits. I know we should really have an official one...but the price held me back. Next thing I know it is hanging on the wall in the bathroom!

Our donated vacuum cleaner sounded like a very large jet taking off when we vacuumed....one day a brand new vacuum cleaner just showed up...
We never had a water faucet in the backyard....we carried water from the kitchen to water our plants. One day a man is in the backyard working on something...I asked who he was and what he was doing? She said "Honey...don't worry about it" He was installing a faucet so we can water the plants and clean the patio.
I think Belinda is an example for all of us and what we can do for each other and for CHAC. She is our "One of a kind Belinda" and we are so lucky to have her!

Business of the Month

Lei Russell

Long time CHAC artist, Lei Russell, announces the release of her new book, Cooking with the Five Elements.Cooking with the Five Elements provides the context in which to introduce the practice of Taoism, Traditional Chinese Medicine, TCM, and Food Therapy.

Discover the incredible power of food as a diet, healing art, spiritual practice and the source of longevity.Learn how to use Five Element Theory, to achieve health and vitality. See and understand food in a profound way that is the Tao, fundamentally transforming the way you view food in relation to yourself and family.What you get is timeless guide into the wisdom and insight of the Tao, the discipline of TCM and Five Element Theory, in a conceptual framework using “Western Foods” that can help you dispel: disease, depression, fear, anxiety, anger, sadness, sorrow, worry and grief, while improving your health and emotions.Engage in using a multifaceted well-focused, traditional approach that has been transmitted for centuries and a great book for everyone to achieve harmony, good health and emotional balance through Cooking with the Five Elements and food therapy.

Available exclusively here at CHAC, in print on demand, coil-bound and approximately 224 full color pages, or on CD.Explore and change your perception as you engage with the elemental strength that is inherent in the universe! 5elementcooking.com

Book of the Month

ABeCedarios-Mexican Folk Art ABC's in English and Spanish

The famous folk artist brothers, Moisés and Armando Jiménez, carved the wonderful animal figures that illustrate each letter in ABeCedarios. Working with their wives and children in the beautiful village of Arrazola in Oaxaca, Mexico, they carved and painted each enchanting animal by hand.

Delicate hand-painted animals from Oaxaca lead little ones through a bilingual alphabet. This brightly colored book presents the alphabet in both Spanish and English, including the four additional lettersthat make the Spanish alphabet so much fun.

Store Item of the Month

Hand made aprons and pot holders by MariaElena

This month we are featuring beautiful aprons made lovingly by Maria Elena of MaryEllen's Apron's. Each apron comes with a set of faniciful matching potholders to make you fabulously color coordinated in your kitchen. Shop early to get your choice of colors.

MaryEllen's Aprons "Adding a Touch of Beauty to your Everyday Life!"

maryellen1944@msn.com

Opportunity to Give Back!

Summer has arrived and the mood throughout the Gallery remains high-spirited and energetic. CHAC is in the midst of celebrating its 32nd year of featuring the art and culture of the vibrant Chicano and Latino community. And as you read this, the June exhibit, “Beyond the Sea,” is taking place and young participants are delving into mixed media cultural arts projects at the organization’s first ever Summer Family Workshop Series.

These occurrences are all taking place because of your generosity. In 2009 alone, CHAC:
 Served a total of more than 18,300 individuals
 Offered 25 exhibits that featured the work of both new and established artists
 Sponsored landmark cultural events, such as El Dia de los Muertos celebrations and the annual Chile Harvest Festival
 Served nearly 3,000 children, 85% of who qualify for free or reduced lunch programs
 Held weekly art workshops for Boys & Girls Club participants and twice weekly workshops at the University of Denver’s Bridge Project
 Encouraged an overall understanding of cultural awareness and a respect for diversity

CHAC’s ability to accomplish such feats has required a tremendous commitment from our donors and volunteers, and we extend our deepest gratitude for your contribution of time and resources.

In order to continue to provide emerging and established Chicano and Latino artists with the tools they need to succeed, while simultaneously responding to the needs of the most underserved young members of our community, we are asking for your continued support. Your tax-deductible donation in any amount will enable CHAC to reach these students and provide Metro Denver residents with an awareness and education of the rich Chicano and Latino culture.

On behalf of everyone at CHAC, thank you in advance for your support and for making a difference in the local community!

Warmly,

Crystal O’Brien Tony Vecchio
Executive Director Chair, CHAC Board of Directors

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June Events

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June Events at CHAC

“Chicano/a Icónica, The people and events that

shaped Colorado”

Entry Fee: $5.00 per piece non-members, Free to Members, or join CHAC.

EXHIBITION DISCRIPTION:
CHAC is accepting Members and local artists’ submissions for the exhibition "Chicano/a Inconica,The people and events that shaped Colorado" which will be on view at CHAC July 1st thru July 31st, 2010. This exhibit is will run concurrently during the Biennial of the Americas, a month-long cultural celebration of innovation, imagination and the artistic achievement of the Western Hemisphere hosted by the city of Denver. During this exhibition, three of CHAC’s own will be the subject of special recognition, Jerry Lawson, Rita Wallace and Carlos Martinez.
Chicano/a Iconica is an exhibition that introduces to the audience artistic interpretations of iconic people and events that have helped shape the Chicano/a experience. From the Ludlow Massacre to present day immigration issues, from Corky Gonzales to Manuel Ramos to Eppie Archuleta and Betty Benevidez the iconic people and events of Colorado’s history have shaped what and who the Denver Chicano/a Community is.

ARTIST ELIGIBILITY:
Eligible artists must live within Colorado and be willing to pay the entry fee or join in membership. Submissions are free for CHAC members. If responding from outside the Denver area contact info is presented below, Artist is responsible for shipping both to and from CHAC.

WORK ELIGIBILITY:
Work in all media is eligible. 3D Media is encouraged. Preference will be given to new work that has never been exhibited specific to this exhibit. The intent of this exhibit is to highlight Iconic people and events from Colorado’s Chicano/Latino Community’s past. The focus of the pieces is for artistic interpretation. Artist must provide written guidelines to pieces submitted.

CURATOR: Jerry Vigil, Denver Artist and Santero.

EXHIBITION CALENDAR:
• Sunday, June 27, 2010 Submission deadline
• Sunday, June 27, 2010 Drop off at CHAC Gallery
• Friday, July 2, 2010 Soft Opening
• Friday, July 13, 2010 Opening reception
• June 27 – July 1, 2010 Exhibition installation
• Friday, July 13, 2010, Third Friday, Special events evening
• July 1 - 31, 2010 Exhibition on view at CHAC
• Sunday, August 1, 2010 Strike exhibit/ Art pick up
• Gallery will be closed July 3-4, 2010

SUBMISSION INFORMATION:
Please let us know and indicate your desire to exhibit in “Chicano/a Inconica,The people and events that shaped Colorado" by emailing chicanoiconica@yahoo.com . Please use this email if you have specific questions or special requirements for exhibiting of piece(s).

CHAC Gallery Show: Beyond the Sea

Featuring new works by Mardelle Espinoza, Reuben Espinoza, David Lowenstein, Suzanne Martino, Clay Meason, Rebecca Rozales, & Ian Rumley

"O floating freedom, O sea of sounds, of forms, of radiance, viva, fountain of being!" “Paz”

Our intention for this show was to create a common theme and then work individually as well as collectively. All artists are presented with the task of seeing the potential of the materials he/she works with. This is an integral part of the artist’s personal vision. Keeping this in mind, we made a decision to come together in a collective spirit and produce a piece of art work which incorporates multiple perspectives and fuses them into a shared artistic vision.

"Beyond the Sea we forge new legends from the dust of lapis and paint our canvas with the pallet of the evening sky."

Opening Reception: June 4th 6 - 10 PM

CHAC Norte Featured Artists

Rebecca V. Rozales

Rebecca V. Rozales has a strong and simple purpose to emulate human expression through acrylic painting or any medium she gravitates towards. As visitors walk through her visual gauntlet of expression they become aware of the relationship between art and life. “Art is not only a business but a business expression.”

Rebecca Rozales received a BFA and teaches painting and drawing at her studio. To contact Rebecca please call 720- 331-8768, or e-mail, artm72@rebeccarozales, or visit her website at www.rebeccarozales.com.

Rebecca V. Rozales will be showing at the CHAC Norte Gallery the months of June, August, September and October 2010.

Juanita M. Mascarenas

My recent artwork is the result of being “awakened” by the beauty of color! When I walked into the CHAC gallery for the first time a couple of years ago… I looked around at the beautiful artwork, and colorful walls in La Tiendita. My eyes were opened for the first time in a long time…my heart was stirring with a desire to create with COLOR! My recent painting and photography reflect this new found inspiration that has lifted my life and my spirit! I hope you enjoy my new creations as much as I enjoyed creating them!

A Family of Artists

Pat Morse, Linda Krug, Kay Gross, Doug Gross, Nicole Brown, Becky Kastelz

As Native Coloradoans, these artists are all related and have a love for the arts.

Three Artists are Sisters:
The first sister is Pat Morse. She is a Watercolor Artist and has had her work in many galleries in Colorado over the years. She currently lives in Berthoud, Colorado and enjoys painting as well as working with Mixed media / altered art pieces.

The second sister is Linda Krug. She is a glass artist and lives in Westminster, Colorado. She really enjoys working with found objects or unique frames, placing the glass within the found object or frame. She also enjoys incorporating photographs into the fused glass and enjoys images from Denver and around the world from her many trips. She works with her daughter Nicole Brown in their studio called Timeless Glass Art.

The third sister is Kay Gross. Kay is an elementary art teacher in Douglas County and lives in Elizabeth, CO. She is also a glass artist and creates many pieces using vivid colors and geometric, abstract shapes. She works with her husband Doug Gross on many pieces incorporating metalsmithing with the glass. Their studio is called FireForge.

Two Artists are Daughters:
Nicole Brown is Linda Krug's daughter and lives in Arvada, CO. She is a High School Art Teacher (teaching painting and photography) in Jefferson County and really enjoys the photographic fused glass process. She just had a solo show of her photographic glass work at the Arvada Center for the Arts and Humanities and enjoys creating fragmented glass pieces using the iridescent glass, showing the reddish brown photographic image. She works with her mother in their studio called Timeless Glass Art.

Becky Kastelz is Kay and Doug's daughter and lives in Lakewood, CO. Becky loves photography and has had many opportunities to photograph around the world through her Missionary work.

Stevon Lucero

Visit Stevon and his visionary art this June at the CHAC Norte Gallery...

Stevon 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 in which the ultimate intent and value lies in the future when people will have a greater understanding and appreciation for true spiritual art. www.stevonlucero.com

Suzanne Martino

Suzanne's work continues to delight and amaze viewers of all ages with her whimsy and creativity. She is motivated in her work by finding the relationships between seemingly unrelated objects; which despite differences may share a similar color, shape or surface sheen. Over the last few years she has developed an interest in vintage collectables particularly ones that might be misunderstood, and deemed “cheesy”. She incorporates them into her work where they are given a second chance to be seen with a new perspective.

Suzanne strives to find ways to relate to the human experience. This is the driving force in her work. She attempts, through artistic commentary, to look at the ways in which our humanity unfolds, sometimes with seriousness, sometimes with humor; and hopefully always with a bit of whimsy and imagination.

Michael Penny

“To see a world in a grain of sand, and a heaven in a wild flower; to hold infinity in the palm of your hand and eternity in an hour--is inspiration.” -William Blake

Local Denver Artist Michael J. Penny shares his broad collection of inspirational art pieces. His work includes a wide collection of fine pieces including unique art pieces that were inspired by his love of nature, culture, spirituality and life. Michael's unique ability to reproduce an artifact look in a new world setting sets his work apart from any other artist. The combination of deep relief sandblasting in stone with fine detailing is both unique and of the highest quality. The final product of stone tile art pieces and embellishments is something that is guaranteed to please each and every one who views his work.

Michael’s studio is located in the historic San Rafael neighborhood and can be visited by appointment. All work is hand crafted by Michael in his studio. Custom work is also available by special order.

Weekly Summer Workshops for the Whole Family

Spend Thursday mornings at CHAC with your child in our our summer parent child workshops, 11:00am-Noon. All ages welcome!

Color My World, Ages: Preschool – 3rd grade, June 3, 2010
Anyone can be an artist! Explore the world of color by hearing the ancient Mayan/Aztec legend of how the world got its color.

When Gold Became Tin, Ages: 4th – adult, June 10, 2010
Be part of the history of Mexican metalsmithing as you create your own tin ornament.

God’s Eye, Ages: 1st – adult, June 17, 2010
Learn to weave a God’s eye, the ancient symbol created by the Huichol people of Mexico.

Aztec Masks, Ages: 1st – adult, June 24, 2010
See the history behind the remarkable masks made by Mexico’s ancient Aztecs; then, create a magnificent mask.

Catrina, Ages: 1st – adult, July 8, 2010
Create your own skeleton figurine sporting a daily life costume in the traditional style of Dia de los Muertos (Day of the Dead.)

Juego de Lotería (Mexican Bingo), Ages: 1st – adult, July 15, 2010
Play the authentic game of Juego de Lotería (Mexican Bingo) and be a designer to create your own Lotería card.

Capirotada (Mexican Bread Pudding), Ages: 2nd – adult, July 22, 2010
Come see how easy it is to make good food and good art by using items close at hand!

Mexican Sun, Ages: 3rd – adult, July 29, 2010
Hear ancient legends of the sun, learn the meanings of the sun images to ancient Mexican cultures, and create a clay wall plaque.

Paper Comes From Trees, Ages: 3rd – adult, August 5, 2010
Create your own “bark” painting in the style of the Otomi people.

Santos, Ages: 1st – adult, August 12, 2010
Learn about the role of the saints in Catholic Mexico and make your own Retablo like a Santero.

CHAC Norte 774 Santa Fe Dr. Denver, CO 80204. Call to register,(303) 571-0440.
Sign up preferred but drop ins welcome. $3.00 per child. Additional children $2.00 each. No charge for parent to help child. Parent is welcome to make their own art as well for an additional fee of $2.00.

Poetry y Mas

2nd Saturday Poetry on June 12, presents                                       Dr. Ramon Del Castillo.

CHAC is proud to announce this month's Poetry y Mas featured poet is Dr. Ramon Del Castillo! Join us on Saturday June 12th from 2 to 4 PM for open mic. We will be paying tribute to los padres as we remember and honor our dads in commemoration of Fathers Day.

Ramon has studied under many well known Latino poets, including Lalo Delgado and Lorna Dee Cervantes and has published several books of his own poetry. Ramon continues to have a passionate impact on Latino culture and cultural awareness in the Denver community through his work at Metro State College of Denver. We look forward to seeing you, yes YOU at Poetry y Mas! Lets celebrate and support our cultura! For more info contact Suzanna Vega @ 720-569-9350

Kids Art Saturday: Fairs, Fiestas & Spring

3rd Saturday Cookies y Leche Art Workshops

June 19, 2010                                                                                         2:00-4:00

Did you know that there are monthly celebrations in Mexico? Come celebrate lively Mexican traditions and hear about the fairs and festivals held in Mexico during the spring and early summer. Make a fun, festival craft to take home. All ages welcome! Suggested donation $1.00

Crafty Chica

4th Saturday, Kathy Cano Murillo, Crafty Chica Classes
Calling all Crafty Chicas! Join us for a summer of sizzling classes! Wow your guests with home goods for entertaining that you made yourself!

June 26, 2010- Mexican Margarita Candles- 1:00-3:00                 Start your South-of -the-Border theme with sparkling candles.

Enjoy sipping on a Margarita or lemon-lime lemonade as you create your own illuminated margarita glass candles. Chips and salsa will be served.

Summer Special-Buy one get one half price: You pay $25.00 and your friend pays half price! Register by Friday June 18, 2010. Payment is due upon registration.

July 24, 2010- Mexicali Mini-Lights-1:00-3:00

Make a 15 light string of patio lights to add to your evening ambiance of entertaining. These terra cotta twinklers are sure to de-light (pun intended) with your own creative flair!

Enjoy a glass of a mojito or raspberry lemonade and popcorn along with Chica comraderee while you create!

Summer Special-Buy one get one half price: You pay $25.00 and your friend pays half price! Register by Friday July 24, 2010. Payment is due upon registration.

King of the Kitchen Cooking Classes at CHAC

Last Satuday of every month

First Class, June 26, 2010

Are you ready for this??? Join Tony Vecchio and King of the Kitchen Catering for our Fun and Sun Cooking Course. A cultural cooking course for beginners and professionals. Learn, laugh and have FUN. Class is held every last Saturday of the month and will begin at 4:30 p.m. This month's class will feature flavors of Mexico and a Tequila tasting, ranging from economical to extravagant. For more infomation visit www.kingofthekitchencatering.com

Mira! Un Artista una Hora (Look! One Artist, one Hour)

New Lecture Series Coming 4th Thursday of the month!

CHAC is looking for artists of any kind to sign up for our new lecture series the forth Thursday of the month. Submit your hour long topic to us and dates you would be available. All topics are welcome. We plan to start the series in July so call to sign up today!

Chili Harvest Festival

August 28 & 29, 2010 at the Lakewood Heritage Center

Save the dates! We are seeking artists and assorted venders to exhibit and sell their unique wares. Would you like to have a venue to show and sell some of your newest art pieces? Then, rent an artist's booth at this year's low rate of $100.00. Do you or anyone you know make pepper jelly? Or, what about dark chocolate bars with chilies? Become a vendor at the ever growing Chili Harvest Festival. Artist and vendor applications can be found at our website: www.chacweb.org . Hurry and reserve you space today!

Would you like to volunteer with CHAC to put on this year's Chili Harvest Festival and have a significant role in impacting the community by making this the best Chili Harvest ever? Join the Chile Harvest committee. Call 303-571-0440.

Birthday Parties on the Patio

Are you looking for unique venue to hold your child's birthday party this year? Do you want to make it memorable? Come to CHAC! We now offer extraordinary, cultural birthday parties on our fabulous Mexican style patio!

CHAC provides:

The patio,(or the gallery space if the weather is inclemement)

A guided gallery tour of both CHAC Gallery and CHAC Norte

A hands-on Cultural Art class of your choice. Choose from one of our 15 cultural art workshops to be presented to your group. Each child will make their own art or craft to take home.

The pinata, the history behind it and the breaking of pinata game.

Children's bilingual book of their choice for the birthday boy or girl.

10% discount for all on the day of the party in the Tiendita.

All you need to provide are the paper goods, beverage and the cake.

Cost: $150.00 non-members. $135.00 CHAC members. Call CHAC to register.

Volunteer of the Month

Anthony Martinez

We would like to thank Anthony Martinez for all the volunteer work he has done for us! Anthony has been volunteering for about 2 years. He helps out with events and First Fridays. He has an amazing attitude and is willing to help with whatever we ask! Anthony is the father of twin boys and a grown son Anthony Junior. Anthony, an Architect by trade, is now a student studying Alternative Energy. We would like to thank Anthony for all of his hard work and dedication to CHAC!!!

Donor of the Month

Rita Flores de Wallace

Rita Flores de Wallace has been a CHAC member for years. She has trieless served CHAC since she has joined us; as a board member, as an artist, and as an educator. Rita is a visual artist,a folklorist, and a dancer. She faithfully shares her knowledge and skills with people of all ages, enriching all of our lives. Rita is volunteering this year, teaching our Saturday kids classes. Thank you Rita for sharing you histories, love, and talents with us!!!

Business of the Month

El Noa Noa

CHAC would like to recognize El Noa Noa Restaurant, 722 Santa Fe Dr. Denver, for everything they have contributed to our organization! They are always happy to donate a gift certificate for an auction, and support us in any way they can! We love to hold meetings in their cozy restaurant, big or small and they are always willing to accommodate us. The staff is like familia...Tony, Armando, Vidal, and Emillo and many more are so wonderful! Thank you El Noa Noa!!!

Book of the Month

El Cucuy by Joe Hayes

Now available in La Tiendita, El Cucuy, A Bogeyman story in English and Spanish! In the Southwest and much of Mexico, the Bogeyman is known as el Cucuy. (coo-COO-ee)

"With his humped back and his big red ear, el Cucuy was once a standard part of child rearing. Many Mexicans and Mexican-Americans will tell you, "I grew up with el Cucuy." And there are plenty of stories of lazy, disobedient children whose feet were set back on the straight and narrow path by an encounter with this ogre."

Store Item of the Month

Come to the Tiendita and take advantage of this month's item of the month!

All tee shirts, assorted styles and prints in all sizes: only $14.99

The Chicano Humanities and Arts Council (CHAC) is a Colorado non-profit-(c)(3) organization. Since it's inception in 1978 CHAC has been dedicated to the preservation and promotion of the Chicano/Latino/Hispanic culture through the expression of the Arts.

The Chicano Humanities & Arts Council is located at 772 Santa Fe Drive Denver, Colorado. Gallery hours are Wednesday’s & Thursday’s 10-4, Friday’s 12-10, Saturday & Sunday 12-4. For more information please contact CHAC at 303-571-0440, visit http://www.ChacWeb.org or email us at info@chacweb.org

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May Events

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CHAC Gallery Show: Nature by Six Artists

Beverly Green, Pegi Taylor, Linda Wilcox, Kelly Bellefuil, Linda Susak & Thatcher Barella

Just in time to welcome in Spring...Six CHAC member artists exploring nature in all her glory in vibrant paintings in oil and acrylic. Experience the unique style each artist brings to the canvas.

From majestic mountains to lush green meadows, vibrant spring flowers to spring blossoms you are sure to find something that will delight the senses and make you feel alive with the newness of the season!

¿Dónde está el número Cinco (5)?

A Cinco De Mayo Celebration

CHAC Proudly Presents a Member & Invitational Group Show

May 7-May 29, 2010

Opening Reception: May 7th 5 - 10 PM at CHAC Norte

Artist Reception Friday May 21, 2010. Donations of food & drink welcome!

CHAC Norte Featured Artists

Stevon Lucero

Visit Stevon in May at the CHAC Norte Gallery...

His art and his personality have inspired generations of artists. He has lovingly, generously provided his experience and advice to dozens and dozens of young Creatives looking for a mentor, and not just in his field of visual art. He has been a beacon and an inspiration to young writers, musicians and actors, as well.

Articulate and thoughtful, he helps both young and old people to learn to express their inner artist; to appreciate the magic and beauty that exists in any act of creation; to recognize the vital importance that every voice brings to the community table. He is loved and respected by so many people in this community. His art, his philosophies, and his compassion have made him an asset to everyone in this city, regardless of race or status. -Tana Lucero

www.stevonlucero.com

Robert Martinez

Will be featuring the vibrant oversize Native American classic paintings for which he is best known. Bob explores a color explosion with purples and orange hues which delight the senses! His work stirs the heart and appeals to all lovers of art. Bob will be featured in May and we are pleased to feature his work.

www.robertmar.com

Suzanne Martino

Suzanne is motivated in her work by finding the relationships between seemingly unrelated objects; which despite differences may share a similar color, shape or surface sheen. Over the last few years she has developed an interest in vintage collectables, such as the ones at the right; and lesser junk store finds, particularly ones that might be misunderstood, and deemed “cheesy”. She she incorporates them into her work where they are given a second chance to be seen with a new perspective.

The greatest driving force in her work; is to find ways to relate to the human experience. She attempts, through artistic commentary, to look at the ways in which our humanity unfolds, sometimes with seriousness, sometimes with humor; and hopefully always with a bit of whimsy and imagination.

Michael Penny

“To see a world in a grain of sand, and a heaven in a wild flower; to hold infinity in the palm of your hand and eternity in an hour--is inspiration.” -William Blake

Local Denver Artist Michael J. Penny shares his Broad collection of inspirational art pieces. His work includes a wide collection of fine pieces including unique art pieces that were inspired by his love of nature, culture, spirituality and life. Michael's unique ability to reproduce an artifact look in a new world setting sets his work apart from any other artist. The combination of deep relief sandblasting in stone with fine detailing is both unique and of the highest quality. The final product of stone tile art pieces and embellishments is something that is guaranteed to please each and every one who views his work.

Chili Harvest Festival Call for Entries

Hey it's almost that time of year again....can you smell the Chile roasting...see the great art and hear the amazing music....The Chile Harvest festival is going to be bigger and better than ever!

We are looking for some great art for our Chile Harvest posters and advertising! Also, artist booth applications and food vendor applications are now available! Sign up today for the event of the season! Call for entry information and booth applications can be found at www.chacweb.org. Please help spread the word!

Poetry Y Mas: Michael Heralda

2nd Saturday Poetry on May 8, presents renowned Storyteller Michael Heralda.

Come experience the wondrous world of the Mexica/Aztecs in an interactive presentation that includes music and indigenous instruments, oral tradition stories, poetry, and enlightened narratives - all from the indigenous perspective! Michael Heralda has presented "Aztec Stories" to interested listeners of all ages throughout the U.S. "Aztec Stories" is an intriguing and thought provoking way to learn about the culture of ancient Mexico and the indigenous worldview of the Mexika (me-shee-ka/Aztecs). For some it may be a way to reconnect to a wonderfully rich legacy that unfortunately lies dormant within them, buried for many, many years and generations. For others it may awaken a new understanding of a culture that was revealed only through the eyes of the Europeans where the beauty, art, and high levels of sophisticated philosophical understanding were ignored or suppressed.

Open Mic - Call Suzanna Vega for more info @ 720-569-9350

Kids Art Saturday: Tree of Life

3rd Saturday Cookies y Leche Art Workshops

The Tree of Life! What an amazing universal symbol, and what an amazing tree, el Arbol del Tule, lives in Oaxaca, Mexico.

Come learn the story of this tree that is still thriving in Mexico, and enjoy seeing beautiful examples of traditional art expressions of the Tree of life. Celebrate life, family, and spring the way the ancient Aztecs did.

Hear legends of ancient arbor (tree) days and kings, dance and make your own tree of life to take home. May 15, 2010, 2 to 4 PM. Suggested donation $1.00

Crafty Chica Classes

CHAC’s 1st Crafty Chica Class a big success!

4th Saturday, Kathy Cano Murillo, Crafty Chica Classes
It’s on ladies! (and gentlemen too, if you so choose).

CHAC’s first Crafty Chica Class was such a success that we will be holding classes the 4th Saturday of every month! CHAC’s own Arlette Lucero will lead us in this series of fun and fabulous projects that you can make with your very own hands, sure to make you and your loved ones proud! So come and enjoy crafting with other Chicas and give yourself a therapeutic afternoon once a month!

Next class May 22, 2010
Summer Garden Candle Holders, 1:00-3:00*

Spruce up your garden patio with creative candle holders made by you! Registration for May’s class is now open. Limit is 12, so call today.

Full class payment of $25.00 is due upon registration to guarantee your spot. * Please note Crafty Chica class time has been permanently moved to 1:00-3:00.

Summer Programs for Kids & Their Families

Spend Thursday mornings at CHAC with our summer parent child workshops, 11:00am-Noon. All ages welcome!

Color My World, Ages: Preschool – 3rd grade, June 3, 2010
Anyone can be an artist! Explore the world of color by hearing the ancient Mayan/Aztec legend of how the world got its color.

When Gold Became Tin, Ages: 4th – adult, June 10, 2010
Be part of the history of Mexican metalsmithing as you create your own tin ornament.

God’s Eye, Ages: 1st – adult, June 17, 2010
Learn to weave a God’s eye, the ancient symbol created by the Huichol people of Mexico.

Aztec Masks, Ages: 1st – adult, June 24, 2010
See the history behind the remarkable masks made by Mexico’s ancient Aztecs; then, create a magnificent mask.

Catrina, Ages: 1st – adult, July 8, 2010
Create your own skeleton figurine sporting a daily life costume in the traditional style of Dia de los Muertos (Day of the Dead.)

Juego de Lotería (Mexican Bingo), Ages: 1st – adult, July 15, 2010
Play the authentic game of Juego de Lotería (Mexican Bingo) and be a designer to create your own Lotería card.

Capirotada (Mexican Bread Pudding), Ages: 2nd – adult, July 22, 2010
Come see how easy it is to make good food and good art by using items close at hand!

Mexican Sun, Ages: 3rd – adult, July 29, 2010
Hear ancient legends of the sun, learn the meanings of the sun images to ancient Mexican cultures, and create a clay wall plaque.

Paper Comes From Trees, Ages: 3rd – adult, August 5, 2010
Create your own “bark” painting in the style of the Otomi people.

Santos, Ages: 1st – adult, August 12, 2010
Learn about the role of the saints in Catholic Mexico and make your own Retablo like a Santero.

CHAC (Chicano Humanities & Arts Council), 772 Santa Fe Dr. Denver, CO 80204. Call to register,(303) 571-0440. $3.00 per child. Additional children $2.00 each. No charge for parent to help child. Parent is welcome to make their own art as well for an additional fee of $2.00.
Sign up preferred but drop ins welcome.

Lecture Series Coming

CHAC has many wonderful artists who are eloquent and knowledgeable speakers. A new Speaker Series is coming. Details coming soon!

Volunteer of the Month

Robert Maestas

Robert is an amazing individual! He always will have a smile for you...even if it's a little one. He is our IT guy, designer, problem solver and all around great friend! Whenever we have computer, printer, email or anything having to do with that IT stuff we call Robert. He never gets mad, or makes us feel silly no matter how small the problem may be...and he does all of this on a volunteer basis! He saves us so much time and money in computer repairs and trouble shooting!

Robert does the amazing design work on most of the CHAC postcards also. He has great connections for low cost printing and buying computers and printers at great prices. We are so blessed to have Robert as one of the CHAC Familia.

Yessy.com/robertmaestas

Donor of the Month

Danny Vigil

Danny Vigil of Mosaic Globe has been a long time supporter of CHAC. Danny designed our amazing web site at no cost to us. He designed our logo and letterhead. Danny's company Mosaic Globe hosts our web site at no cost. Danny is simply put and very giving and honorable individual! He is only a phone call away and is will to help with whatever is needed.

He recently designed and paid for our postcard for the "Santos y Cruces" show! We would like to thank Danny for all his support and contributions to CHAC.

vigil.mosaicglobe.com

Business of the Month

Taza de Cafe

A big thank you to Rosemary and Matt of Taza de Cafe on 44th & Tennison . They are always happy to support us with gift baskets for our auctions and it's a great place to host our meetings. They support several local artists with art shows in the coffee shop. A great place to meet friends for coffee or lunch! Be sure to stop by try some awesome green chile! Thanks Rosemary and Matt for such an awesome place!

www.tazacafe.com

Book of the Month

La Llorona by Joe Hayes

Available in La Tiendita when we can keep it in stock in paperback and hard back.

"Honk if you've seen La Llorona" bumper stickers available in La Tiendita for only $2.00.

www.cincopuntospress.com

Special Invitation

Mural Unveiling

La Radio Montaňesa Board of Directors invites you to attend the Fiesta Luncheon. 11:00 am with live music & mural unveiling of: Paredes Hablando, Walls that Speak, by artist Stevon Lucero.

May 1, 2010. Alice Hardie Stevens Center, 600 Ivinson St. Laramie,WY 82070.

April Events

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Santos Y Cruces Artists Show

April 2nd through May 1st

Join us in celebrating Santos art - one of the oldest, still living traditions of early, remote Hispanic settlements.

Opening Reception: April 2nd 5 - 10 PM

Book Release Party: April 7th 7 - 9 PM Celebrate with writer Tim Z. Hernandez in the release of his debut novel "Breathing In Dust" featuring readings by Lee Herrick, Michael Luis Medrano and Zuleman Inai. The public is welcome to attend!

Sabado de Santos: April 10th 2 - 4 PM Historian/Educator/Santero Jose Raul Esquibel. Call to register for this event.

Gallery hours are Wed & Thurs 10-4, Fri 12-6, Sat 12-4. Show is open to the public. Artwork courtesy of Catherine Robles Shaw --->

Visiting Artist: Pablo Flores

From a freewheeling, out-of-control life of booze, drugs, guns, intimidation and prison, Pablo Flores ’ art mirrors the evolution of his life. Flores’ trade is carpentry although he has explored music and American Indian art as well. Completely self-taught, Flores turned his life towards the arts while stumbling around a dump, kicking rusted tin cans, animal bones, tattered fabrics, wrecked car parts, splintered barn wood and getting INSPIRED! By working with these materials in making crosses and retablos, he found a metaphor for his life – taking broken, discarded, abandoned pieces and recasting them as vibrant, passionate artistic statements. A prolific craftsman, he once made 40 crosses in as week, and has created over 1,300 crosses spanning a 7 year period.

Flores is an ordained minister, father of three and grandfather of five, as well as member of the gospel group, Blue Heaven. His symbolic creations are his ministry as well as his folk art. Three feathers represent the father, son and Holy Spirit. The appearance of a single heart is God’s heart. His work shows Christ’s suffering and God’s love. “It is how I see the role of Christ,” he explains. “I take discarded materials, found, unwanted objects. They are like discarded lives. I hang them on a cross or turn them into something of worth and beauty…just like discarded lives that are taken and placed in the hands of God will become worthy and beautiful. Just like my life.”

Visiting Artist: Lydia Garcia

Lydia Garcia is one of the foremost female Santeras creating spiritual art today. As a life long resident of Taos, steeped in the Hispanic traditions of art, culture and religion, Lydia’s art in all of its passion and depth, reflects her cultural heritage. Nestled among the Sangre de Cristo mountain chain is the small village of Taos, New Mexico, an artist’s community since the 1800’s. Here art is a way of life. Lydia Garcia, known to the community and her collectors as Lydia, was born in Taos to a Hispanic family and as the eldest of five daughters was trained in the craft of the Saint makers. As a young girl Lydia worked alongside her father while he created Santos (saints) and wonderful objects in his wood working shop. Her hunger for art brought her to the studios of Taos’ artists, Ward Lockwood and Andrew Dasburg. In their studios, Lydia sat without saying a word, so that they would permit her to watch them work. In this manner Lydia initiated her own training, Lydia still paints anything she can get her hands on, recycled wood, tin cans, old furniture, and treasures left out-side her home by neighbors and friends.

Today Lydia is a full time Santera and continues to paint and sculpt in the same adobe workspace built by her grandfather where she was born and raised working with her father. Lydia integrates contemporary media, such as acrylics and recycled & found materials, into the historic role of a Santera. Although modern in her technique, the core of Lydia’s work embodies the traditional faith in God and spirituality of a Santera. As part of the Santera tradition, Lydia inspires others with her faith. Lydia gives thanks to God for the many blessings in her life. She passes on these blessings to her collectors in the form of unique hand painted prayers on the back of each work. For others, she teaches workshops, blessing her students through her instruction and guidance . Lydia’s passion and faith touches the many lives that she encounters, through her art, her prayers, and teachings. Lydia’s retablos and santos have been acquired for some of the finest private collections and museums worldwide.

Visiting Artist: Duane O'Hagan

Duane O’Hagan is a sprightly 72. He stands tall, a little bit bent at the neck, probably from looking down at the ground all the time for art supplies. O’Hagan lives in Tres Piedras, NM in an interesting home of local construction, sliced cord wood, concrete, decorated with his own wooden masks and hand-carved bird pieces and other wonderful collections of simple objects like baskets. His home has a feeling similar to his recent artwork, pieced together from “un-significant” objects and finessed into something truly spirited and expressive. Growing up in Montana and studying as a landscape painter in Ontario, Canada at the Ontario College of Art in the Fine Arts, he was exposed to northwest regional first nations’ art, Inuit styles and shapes, and a traditional background in the academic arts. He found the Inuit masks, and later the Kachina masks to be “frontal and visually static, emphasizing their immortal and supernatural qualities.”

In New Mexico, he followed his nose, living creekside in La Madera and collecting interesting pieces of wood, taking them home and turning them into traditionally inspired masks and lately, birds. He considers his “spirit birds”, carved from cottonwood found along the river banks, to be his “serious whimsy”. Whimsical perhaps, but not sticky sweet, the birds are quirky, curious and attentive with wide, round eyes and gently amorphous bodies. O’Hagan looks for the lines in the wood, finds the face, the tail and the wings from the tree’s natural shape, and creates a “bird blank” which he then gives life to by adding its unique features. His academic background continues to be expressed in his use of aged wood (always a “found” piece with one or more previous lives) and his creation of “retablos” (painted panels) depicting saints, and as with his masks, their “immortal and supernatural qualities”.

Visiting Artist: Zach Powell

A carver of wood and stone, Zach Powell was born in a rural community in Mississippi. Growing up, he enjoyed hunting, fishing, and being surrounded by nature. In his teen years, he lived in St. Louis, MO before enlisting in the Navy and traveling the world.
After completing his military service, he explored the United States before ending up in Boulder, CO. There he studied Kung Fu, honed his creative art of carving, met his wife Robin, and had his family.

1982 was the year Zach moved his family to Tres Piedras, NM, located 32 miles northwest of Taos. It was a “good distance from the nearest town, and therefore the right place.” In “TP”, he decided to make a living by creating art out of the natural materials of the area. He became known for his sculptures, smudge sticks, baskets, dream catchers, and furniture, in addition to his signature silent and stoic carvings. Each carving depicts a saint in prayer and meditation but is intentionally un-named. This allows the viewer to ascribe one’s own spiritual identity to the carving, wherever one is in one’s life, however that carving may be of help along the way….

“The outdoors will always be a major contributor to my creativity”, says Zach.
“The planet gives it, I just add my touch!”

Crafty Chica in April: Reserve your Space Now!

April 24^th Crafty Chica Class has been postponed until the 4th Saturday in May, May 22nd Summer Garden Candle Holders

1 PM to 3PM

Spruce up your garden patio with creative candle holders made by you!

Registration is for May’s class is now open. Limit is 12, so call today.

Payment is due upon registration to guarantee your spot.

* Please note Crafty Chica class time has been permanently moved to 1:00-3:00.

The cost of the class is $25 including materials and refreshments. Call 303-571-0440 or email julie@chacweb.org to sign up.

CHAC Gallery Artist Show: Sacred Passions

CHAC Gallery announces the opening of “Sacred Passions” a traditional and contemporary art exhibit. The traditional art work will focus on the creation of “Santos” or “Saints” for homes and churches. This remarkable folk art, dating back to the 1600’s, came into being when New Mexico and parts of Colorado were ruled by Spain. Early Spanish settlers faced a shortage of imports so they created their own religions artifacts, their deep religious roots sustained them in the new world. Santo Art has evolved and is created in various mediums. Some artists still use homemade gesso, natural pigments and pine tree varnish, others develop their works with modern techniques. The contemporary artwork will focus on drawings of low rider cars.

Artists in order of artwork displayed here: Carlos Santistevan, Gene Atencio, Teresa Duran, Lena Blea, Judy Miranda, Sister Roberta Westrick and Lynn Fresquez.

Artist reception will be held on April 16th from 6:00 - 9:00 PM.

The exhibit runs April 2nd through May 1st.

Bake Sale at First Friday

Bake Sale Fundraiser for CHAC
First Friday April 2, 2010

Need volunteers for:
Cookies and other pastries, wrapped attractively; maybe 2 per package
People to sit at the bake sale table in shifts on Friday, April 2.
Volunteers for any of the above please contact:
Mardelle Espinoza
303-910-9406 or
dellegram@msn.com
Let me know ASAP if you can help, please!
Thank you!

Kids Art Saturday: Making Santos

On April 17th from 2 to 4 PM, the kids art workshop will feature "Santos making" for kids of all ages. You will be making a paper retablo.

Poetry y Mas -- 2nd Saturday

Poetry Y Mas in April features Jose Esquibel. Please join him at the mic on April 10th from 2 to 4 PM for another exciting poetry jam at CHAC.

Donor of the Month: Mardelle Espinoza

We would like to recognize Mardelle Espinoza as our Donor of the Month of April. Mardelle gives back so much to CHAC and our community. She is always available to help with every project no matter how big or small. She has an amazing attitude and a big smile for whoever she meets! She is the first to give when we are seeking donations for a fundraiser. She even bakes us homemade cookies! We would like to thank Mardelle from the bottom of our hearts for all her hard work and donations to CHAC.

"A few years back I joined CHAC, seeking a local place to network with other artists and to show my art. Not only were these desires fulfilled, but I have clearly seen CHAC's growth and quality improving constantly.

I have come to truly enjoy and take pride in being a part of CHAC. The members are like a family, making me look forward to their warm greetings and comraderie. It is a home away from home. I do enjoy volunteering and only wish I could have more time to be help out more."

Volunteer of the Month

Russ is an amazing volunteer...he is always there on First Friday's with a smile ready to help us out. We are so fortunate to have Russ as one of our amazing volunteers. He is eager to help with what ever needs to be done. We sure appreciate all his hard work and efforts at CHAC!

"My name is Russell Warwick and I can honestly say that volunteering at the CHAC house every first Friday is one of the best parts of my month. I love the art work and I can't say enough positive things about both the good folks that run CHAC and the patrons I see every first Friday. Whether you are a sophisticated art critic, a person that knows nothing about art but knows what they like about the medium (that would be me!), or a person that has no aesthetic sensibilities whatsoever and just likes a good social scene, the CHAC house is the place for you. Please come down and see us on First Fridays! It's always a good time."

Book of the Month: El Gran Viaje del Senor Caca

Available in La Tiendita when we can keep it in stock, this adorable book by Angèle Delaunois is popular with kids of all ages. It sells out every time. www.cincopuntospress.com

Quoted from Amazon: "Caca. Poop. Number two. Kids have a thousand names for it. Don’t they want to know where it comes from? The Fantastic Voyage of Señor Caca shows kids the hows and whys.

A smart wolf in a lab coat leads kids on a journey through their digestive system. A little girl eats an apple for a snack (crunch, crunch), and the apple drops into the esophagus (glug, glug) before a stop in the stomach. At each stop along the way the wolf explains in simple scientific terms what the body is doing. After the pit stop in the stomach, what remains of the apple must enter the small intestine (gurgle, gurgle), then the large intestine, and finally . . . well, you know. Hint: It doesn’t smell like roses here.

This delightful book marries Angèle Delaunois’ kid-sized scientific text with Marie Lafrance’s joyful kinetic illustrations to teach children what really does go on inside their bodies."

Business Supporter of the Month: Tomorrows Body

Business supporter of the month is Tomorrows Body Salon and Day Spa Special thanks to Stylists Pat Valdez, James Martinez & L'Kia for their generous donations of services to CHAC's Milagros del Corazon auction.

www.tomorrowsbody.com

CHAC Norte Featured Artists

Bob Martinez, Stevon Lucero, Robert Maestas, Suzanne Martino, Michael Penny

Once again CHAC is featuring a wonderful variety of accomplished artists including Bob Martinez, Stevon Lucero, Robert Maestas, Suzanne Martino, and Michael Penny . Be sure to come and see their works showing now in CHAC Norte and continuing during the month of April.

March Events

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CHAC Gallery Show: Los Originales

March's Member Group show, Los Originales features

Carlos Sandoval, Jerry Jaramillo, Stevon Lucero, Al Sanchez y Los Hijos

First Friday is March 5, 6pm to 10pm

Los Originales shows from March 5 - 27, 2010

Thank You to Heart Show Participants

A heartfelt thanks goes out to CHAC artists, volunteers and community donors. We appreciate your hard work and your generous spirit. Because of you the heart show was a success and an event not to be missed. Thank you also to all who came out and bid on hearts and baskets. Everyone enjoyed the delicious food and lovely music provided by Tony Vecchio and James Garcia respectively. Thank you all!

Santos Y Cruces Back by Popular Demand!

After a three year hiatus, CHAC's Santos Y Cruces Group show is back by popular demand in April 2010. Start planning your entries for the show. More details to follow. Be checking under Artist's News on the website for this and all Call for Entries announcements.

Kids Art Saturday: April Fools in March

April Fools in March will be held on the third Saturday, March 20 from 2 to 4 PM

March is known as “el mes de los locos”, the month of the crazy happenings. In the north part of Mexico March is a time of crazy winds that gave birth to many legends. Come hear the legend of Juanito and see how the wind played what we would call an April Fools trick with a happy outcome on him. You will make a mosaic in clay. Suggested donation $1.00

Poetry y Mas: Irish and Mexican Lore

2nd Saturday Poetry on March 13, presents Irish and Mexicano Lore

Let's kick up our chanklas and tell cuentos from Irish y Mexicano lore. We'll also discuss how Irish and Mexicans banded together during turbulent times. Share your expertise, your charm, your love of culture!

Open Mic - Call Suzanna Vega for more info @ 720-569-9350

Crafty Chica Adult Classes: Casitas

CHAC’s 1st Crafty Chica Class begins Saturday, March 27, 2010, 2:00-4:00.

Create a colorful, ornamental wall shrine seen in galleries and homes throughout Mexico. Come for a fun time of craft making with Chicas & other artist friends. The class fee is $25.00 & includes materials and refreshments. Minimum class participants 10, maximum 15. So, call a friend and register today! To register, drop by the gallery, give us a call or send an email to julie@chacweb.org. Registration opens immediately. Don’t wait. We want to guarantee you a spot!

CHAC Norte Featured Artists

Fernando Duran Alcantar

Fernando Duran-Alcantar was born on February 8, 1976 in Mexico City, Mexico. Fernando started drawing at a young age and his ability to draw almost anything was soon noticed by family members and teachers.

Cinco de Mayo, Mexican Independence Day, and other major events and celebrations inspired his series of paintings that portray traditional rituals of Mexico's pre-Columbian cultures and regional dances. While some people choose to keep Mexico's culture alive through dance, Fernando is preserving its history, identity, and folklore through his art.

He prefers not to categorize his technique and style, but best describes it as a combination of precise planning with quick strokes while the paint is wet; capturing movement and energy. His paintings are reflections of his emotions and impulses guided by the endless choices and directions that the canvas provides and becomes.

Stevon Lucero

Stevon Lucero has been painting for over forty years. Since childhood, he has experienced lucid dreams and visions and ventured more then once into separate realities. Through these revelations and studies of metaphysical, philosophical, and historical media, he has been guided to create two unique art forms: Metarealism and Neo-Precolumbian or Aztec art.

http://www.stevonlucero.com/

Dominic Domingo

Dominic Domingo, a native of Colorado, is a naturally talented artist offering a unique style and wide array of deliverance. Dominic is a self taught artist who was drawn to art as a child. With his unique ability to work with multiple techniques, he creates his pieces using oils, acrylics and watercolors. While he is a firm believer that he was blessed with his talent, Dominic affirms “My artwork is a reflection of me.”

Bob Martinez

Bob Martinez continues to showcase his Native American pieces at CHAC Norte Gallery in the Santa Fe Arts District. On First Friday in February he will introduce new work on pieces of paper using metallic, acrylic and water color. Bold color with primitive themes can be viewed.

www.robertmar.com

Suzanne Martino

This month’s work will be a tribute to the archetypes, associations and perceptions of Love. Exploring love in its varying facets from romantic and idealized, to universal and altruistic, to humorous and whimsical. Having it, desiring it; and finding the neutral place in-between.

Michael Penny

Michael Penny is introducing a new line of SMart art. "These are Small Mounted affordable art tiles in a 6" X 6" size format starting at only $35.00! The tiles are original individual pieces that can stand alone or can be grouped together. If you have a small space to fill or want to add to another collection they are perfect in either case! The subject matter ranges from the various animals, the tree of life, sun and moons and more!!! They can be special ordered if desired."

James Mascarenas

New artist James Mascarenas will be debuting his new collection at CHAC on first Friday in March. James is a Denver native and has been involved in art most of his life. He has been described as "creating what he sees." This is very evident in his bright colored realistic work with subject matter from Barack Obama to the Denver Broncos. james has an amazing sense of humor and a great love of life!

February Events

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February Events

Evolucion and Milagro del Corazon. Two great reasons to be at CHAC this month!

Milagros del Corazon

Miracles of the Heart is Underway!

February 12th, Friday night 6 to 9 PM at Space Gallery across the street from CHAC is the site of this year's incredible Milagros del Corazon Auction. Join us for our Silent Auction that will feature hundreds of beautiful hearts designed by local Denver Artists, schools and our community supporters. Choose from numerous donated art pieces and services. Proceeds from this event will benefit our year round cultural arts programming!

Live classical Spanish guitar music by James Garcia.

How can you stay away?

Tickets are $7 per person or $12 per couple and may be purchased in advanced at CHAC. Call (303) 571-0440.

Artists look under Artists News for the latest details on participating in the Heart show.

CHAC Gallery Artist Show: Evolucion

EVOLUCION features the art of Kellita, Corvain, Gemz, Ouija

Evolution of style and skill of a growing artist changes with life, death and everything in between. Change and rebirth, second chances and hope bring new life to the hand of the artist.

Come join us at CHAC to witness the newest growing artists of Denver and witness the growth and possibilities of the next generation of CHAC family.

Opening Reception: Friday, February 5, 6 to 9 pm

Poetry y Mas -- 2nd Saturday: Words of LOVE

Love is all around and especially can be found at CHAC Norte’s Open Mic – Poetry y Mas
On Saturday, from 2 to 4 PM - February 13, 2010 – The Day Before St. Valentine’s Day!

Words of L O V E

Bring yourself to CHAC’S Poetry Y Mas and speak of Love in all its forms be it unrequited, be it your special love, a secret love or many a heart’s desires….Lets toast to Amor.

We will also explore the history of St. Valentine & how it all began!
For more info call Suzan Vega @ 720-524-7913

Kid's Art Saturday -- 3rd Saturday, Feb 20th

On February 20th, CHAC continues its Saturday Children’s workshops of celebrating the monthly traditions of Mexico led by Rita Flores de Wallace. Rita is from Saltillo, Coahuila, Mexico where she learned many of Mexico’s traditions and enjoyed many authentic celebrations. Since she has been in Denver, Rita has tirelessly brought her knowledge, coupled with hands-on art-crafts, to the people of Denver. Now she is working with CHAC to pass along experiences of Mexico’s varied celebrations.

CHAC invites you to come and celebrate with us. Share the stories of how your family celebrates these occasions, or learn about the rich heritage of lesser known celebrations.

February's celebration: Dia de la Candelaria

Processions, songs, instruments are all part of Dia de la Candelaria (Day of the Candles), celebrated on February 2nd. (Ours will be held on the third Saturday from 2 to 4 pm as usual.) As with most Mexican celebrations, this, is a combination of Catholic and native Mexican traditions. Come learn about the fusion of these two traditions and the “blessing” of the animals. On third Saturday, bring your pet or favorite stuffed animal. As you participate in this workshop. Your will have an opportunity to make a dancing animal puppet. Suggested donation $1.00

Donor of the Month: Jeanette Montoya

Thanks Jeanette for your donation!

I am proud to be a CHAC artist and supporter because it is my home base. I was welcomed with open arms when I joined and have grown from the support and camaraderie of the CHAC family. As a member, I feel it is my duty to contribute to CHAC in time or money to ensure its continued success. In these difficult economic times it is even more important to support its mission to educate the public about the rich art and cultural of our community. I encourage all of our artists to donate to CHAC!

CHAC Welcomes Su Teatro

CHAC sends out kudos and a big BIENVENIDOS! to Su Teatro who has now purchased the Denver Civic Theatre on 215 Santa Fe Drive. Su Teatro is run by Artistic Director Tony Garcia who considers this a "sacred space" for our people. Please see their website Su Teatro

Please take the time to read up on Su Teatro's move to the neighborhood and make plans to visit the theatre soon.

Denver Post Article

An Artist's Story: Corvain

In June of 2005, I suffered an accident that changed my whole life.

Rock-climbing at Rainbow Falls, I experienced a 40 ft. fall, hitting a rock, face first and then falling into the water, unconscious under the falls. My companion scrambled down the rocks to look for me and found me underwater, face, ribs, wrists and spine fractured, bleeding and drowning. She pulled me from the water and stuck a finger down my throat causing me to regurgitate water in my lungs. In the sand near my unconcious body, she found a ring and assuming it was mine, she picked it up.

The paramedics arrived in time for my lungs to collapse. They managed to get a breathing tube into me and rush me to the hospital. Unfortunately, they collapsed again at the hospital and a machine was breathing for me.

After doing emergency surgery on my face, my blood oxygen level would not go over 48. The minimum level for heathly tissue is 80. The doctors gave my family three options for my prognosis. My brain and heart were the only organs remaining functional. Either I would die, I would be brain-dead or I would be crippled. My family could do nothing but pray.

On July 4th, 2005, weeks after the accident. I finally awoke and was able to complete my first sentence to my family, “No matter what, I will always love God.” With improvement I was able to start physical therapy but more problems were on the way. I could no longer keep food down and I went back on breathing tubes again. More surgery was discussed. Finally, with medical help, I began to digest food and gain weight. The doctors looked at me as a miracle patient after having me declared a lost cause seven times.

In August, I began to learn to speak and walk. However, my attitude was still down because I could not properly work with my hands and I had lost the use of one eye which made it impossible to do my art. During my rehabilitation at my Aunt’s house, she showed me some beautiful wood carvings created by a one-eyed man who only has seven fingers. The light dawned on me that I would adapt and learn again.

When I saw my companion from the day of the accident, she gave me the ring she found in the sand next to my dying body. “It is not mine,” I told her. She replied, “it is now,” and placed it on my finger. I have never removed it since. My life has changed. My art has returned and I welcome you to see it this month at CHAC.

Thank You Pandora Jewelry!

CHAC thanks generous donor Pandora Jewelry for making CHAC the recipient of their Skull Auction fundraising event.

Please take some time to visit their site and their fabulous, eclectic collection at 220 E 13th Avenue in Capitol Hill.

http://www.pandorajewelrydenver.com/

CHAC Gallery Norte Featured Artists

Suzanne Martino

Bob Martinez continues to showcase his Native American pieces at CHAC Norte Gallery in the Santa Fe Arts District. On First Friday in February he will introduce new work on pieces of paper using metallic, acrylic and water color. Bold color with primitive themes can be viewed.

If you travel Downtown, check out Bob's work at Dixons on 16th Street Mall. www.robertmar.com

Michael Penny is introducing a new line of SMart art.

"These are Small Mounted affordable art tiles in a 6" X 6" size format starting at only $35.00! The tiles are original individual pieces that can stand alone or can be grouped together. If you have a small space to fill or want to add to another collection they are perfect in either case! The subject matter ranges from the various animals, the tree of life, sun and moons and more!!! They can be special ordered if desired."

Come and see this amazing new collection of SMart art at CHAC Norte in the month of February. www.archembellishments.com

Rob Yancey

Rob began as a self taught wood carver who enjoys studying and creating Spanish Colonial and Latino art. Through his artwork, Rob tries to invoke the words of Do Hyun Choe, “Stillness is what creates love, movement is what creates life, to be still, yet moving…that is everything. Rob’s goal is to produce art work in a non-dualistic mindset and allow the Creator to infect those who are searching for their identity and purpose, even when they appear to have no soul.

Tammy Yancey

Tammy is the self proclaimed mud pie queen and bug aficionado who creates jewelry that is inspired by her love of nature and the beautiful colors she sees along the way of her life both past and present. She spent many childhood summers in San Juan, New Mexico on her family’s ranch getting connected to the earth and the dramatic colors that would lend themselves to her future jewelry making passion. These childhood colors in her mind are the common thread that run through her beads, stones and silver, making wearable pieces of art. Tammy understands that people of all classes, particularly the poor(whom she holds close to her heart), want to accessorize as well as everyone else. This is one of the motives as she creates one of a kind pieces that all people can afford.

http://www.etsy.com/shop/elreyartwork

Robert Maestas Huge strides in technology have paved the way for a whole new art form. In the conventional form creativity manifests itself through the paint and the brush. In this age of technological revolution it also happens through other tools such as the computer and software. Each era has seen the evolution of a new art form, we are now beginning to witness and experience Digital Art. Creativity has no limitations, the "CREATIVE MIND" is the same, the tools available to the artist are just different.

www.simplesite.com/robertmaestas

Matt Achziger

My name is Matt I was rasied by Wolves since birth I am 20. I'm a artist / designer / director currently working freelance in Denver. Angellic is my infamous alter ego, that I am known for world wide in the design world . After working and doing many internships with many design companys and firms throughout Colorado I decided to go freelance. Once going freelance My art, Design and Motion work quickly gained popularity on the internet.

In my career so far I've been very lucky to work along side some really lovely people producing work for Apple, Salomon, Design is kinky,and illiterate magazine to just name but a few. I have annual exhibitions throughout Denver, t, where I sell Large Posters and all types of work ranging from many types of media.I know and am very strong in every program when it comes to 2d design such as Photoshop, In Design,illustrator and am very skilled with a Wacom tablet, I am also skilled in 3d Design and rendering in many programs such as Maya, 3ds Max and Many others, in addition to motion graphic Programs Like After Effects.

http://angellic.carbonmade.com/

Stevon Lucero

www.stevonlucero.com

Crafty Chica Classes

The Chicano Humanities & Arts Council announces an exciting new offering! Have you heard of the Crafty Chica, Kathy Cano Murillo? Well, now you can experience the Crafty Chica first hand at CHAC! Kathy, the “queen of Latina style”, is a multi-talented writer and designer. She is the founder of the podcast and website CraftyChica.com , which receives almost one million hits per month!

Kathy has given CHAC permission to present her classes on an on-going basis. We will be teaching the projects from the Crafty Chica Collection. Stay tuned for more details.

January 2010

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Reciba El Ano Nuevo con Arte Exquisita

January Group Artist Show at CHAC Gallery

Opening Recepton: Friday, January 1st, 2010, 6-10pm

Artist Reception: Friday, January 15th, 5 to 9 PM

Join us on January 15th for homemade green chili and fresh tortillas. Music...Food...Fun

CHAC Gallery Featured Artists:

Josh Armijo "A Retropective"

Josh Armijo, a self-proclaimed man of pashion (passionate and stylish) has been visited by the elusive muse since the age of five. born on the Flathead Reservation in Montana, he grew up surrounded by extended family members including well-meaning uncles who taught him to draw his reality as well as question it. This questioning spirit combined with an Irish/Indian heritage has resulted in a fiery individual who has command of his creative gifts and can conduct his art like an orchestra.

www.josharmijo.com

Maria Lopez "Supersize Santos"

Maria Lopez is a professional visual artist and a Pueblo, Colorado native. Her range is wide and paints representationally abstract paintings,still-lifes, landscapes on-location, and figure drawing. She earned a Master’s degree in painting from Boston University. She previously worked for The Museum of Modern Art in New York City in the Office of the Chief-Curator-at-Large.

For several years, her works have been gifted to celebrities such as: Christo andJeanne-Claude, Matt Lauer, Carlos Mencia, Dane Cook and others. Her artwork,and photos of her with celebs, can be seen on her website: www.lopezme.com She has shown her work nationally and internationally. Some of her work is currently in The Colorado Springs Fine Arts Center’s Permanent Collection. She was a Featured Artist in the 2009 Colorado State Fair at the Cultural Heritage Center Exhibit. Her 8-foot tall Santos will be on display at CHAC all this month.

Jolt: "Just Painted"

Employing wordplay, Jolt has developed a character called the guerilla gorilla. The playful character embodies Urban Nature—he is both wild and civilized. GuerillaGarden, which is the name of Jolt’s company, references a movement that originated in New York City in the early 1970s. Guerilla gardening is an improvised attempt to beautify a deteriorating landscape. www.guerillagarden.com

Kids Art Saturday

Saturday, January 16, 2:00-4:00

The tradition of Rosca de Reyes began in southern Europe centuries ago and came to Mexico with the Spaniards. Today, it is a Mexican celebration with family and friends to celebrate the Epiphany. Come and taste Rosca de Reyes, the traditional food made for this feast day.

Learn more about the tradition and make your own Rosca ornament during this festive workshop.

Poetry y Mas -- 2nd Saturday

You are invited to attend CHAC's Poetry y Mas on Saturday, January 9th from 2 PM to 4 PM.

Lets ring in el anyo nuevo con carino (with much love). Open mic with a review of 2009 events @ CHAC Gallery and discussion on philosophical thoughts regarding the impending and infamous 2012. Here's your chance to share your insights! For more info contact Suzan Vega @ 720-524-7913.

CHAC Norte Featured Artists

Bob Martinez

Bob Martinez is not a man given to hidden meanings and symbols but rather to the texture and harmony of his inspirations. “When I put a brush to canvas, it flows like a song and with each stroke of paint I feel the power of the painting begin to manifest itself.”

www.robertmar.com

Stevon Lucero

www.stevonlucero.com

Robert Maestas

Robert Maestas grew up in North Central New Mexico but now resides in Lakewood, CO, a suburb of Denver. He is a veteran of the US Armed Forces and served aboard the aircraft carrier USS America in the early seventies. Mr. Maestas is a self taught digital artist and has been creating art for over fourteen years.

www.simplesite.com/robertmaestas

Suzanne Martino

Suzanne's witty mixed media work returns to CHAC Norte. Starting with a single object, her montages explore themes of personal geography.

Michael Penney

Michael's artwork reflects the custom beliefs and artistry of ancient civilizations. He combines the natural beauty of stone and the expressive texture of deep relief sand carvings.

www.archembellishments.com

CHAC Heart Show Needs Your Help

Our annual Milagros del Corazon is almost upon us. Artists can pick up their wooden hearts for decorating starting the beginning of January.

As you know, this annual event is one of the most important fundraisers of the year and it brings in folks from all over town. Volunteers are needed to be on the Heart Show Committee. This includes set up and take down, preparations, PR, sponsorships, decorating, cutting hearts, food & beverage, donations and several other items. Call Crystal at CHAC as soon as you can to sign up! We need several eager and talented people.

The heart show will be held on the second Friday of February. Stay tuned for notice of the location and other details are to be announced soon!

CHAC Artist Featured in the Media

Carlos Santistevan was featured in the December 4th edition of North Denver News for his part in the Santero/Santera show at Boettcher Mansion this month.

Congratulations to Carlos for his part in the show and for his public mention!

See CHAC's website for the complete article listed in the Featured Members section.