Sunland Art Gallery
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Sunland Art Gallery
Southwest Art Scene Cont’d from Page 38 p.m. Sunday. Admission is free. Information: (432) 729-3500_ or marfacontemporary.org. Showing through Jan. 4, 2015: Spencer Finch, “Ulysses,” a “conceptually condensed chronicle of one day’s journey, recorded as a series of fleeting color sensations.” Pastel Society of El Paso — The society’s next meeting is 1 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 13, at the International Museum of Art, 1211 Montana. The program will be a video on Pastel Portraits by Daniel Greene, considered the foremost pastelist in the United States. The program is free and open to the public. Information: 581-4971. Rio Bravo Watercolorists – The group’s monthly meeting is 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 19, at Great American Land and Cattle Co, 9800 Gateway North. Darrell McGahhey will demonstrate how to add a special “sparkle” to one’s paintings. Cost (includes meal): $15; free for meeting only. Information: O755-0724 . Dues for membership are $35 (check only). Romero Art Studio — 109 Argonaut. The new studio featuring painter Francisco Romero opens Saturday, Oct. 4, with a reception from 3 to 7 p.m. Rubin Center — UTEP’s Stanlee and Gerald Rubin Center for the Visual Arts is next to Sun Bowl Stadium (off Dawson Drive). Hours are 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Tuesday through Thursday; 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Friday and noon to 5 p.m. Saturday. Information: 747-6151, rubincenter.utep.edu or on Facebook at RubinCenter. Showing through Dec. 19: • “Alejandro Almanza Pereda: Absence Makes the Heart Grow Fonder,” in the Rubin Gallery. Pereda, a 2005 graduate of UTEP, has developed an international reputation for the creation of large-scale artworks that often appear to defy the laws of physics. The gallery becomes a “hazardous landscape” with bowling balls balanced on glasses balanced on tables balanced on file cabinets, a sharpened axe dangling from the ceiling and other items. • Machine Project at the Border, in the Project Space and in Downtown El Paso. The Machine Project is an installation, education and performance series led by L.A.-based artist Mark Allen. The project distinguishes itself from more traditional art venues by its idiosyncratic programming, disregard for the traditional boundaries between disciplines and its emphasis on having fun. • “INDEX,” in the L Gallery. The group exhibit exploring the context of contemporary Juarez features works by Francis Alys, Gina Arizpe, Roberto Cardenas and Olga Guerra. Mad Scientist Family Day activities are 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 8, in the auditorium. An artist talk with Roya Mansourkhani is noon Tuesday, Nov. 11, in the auditorium. A Cosmic Vision Lecture is 4:30 50 5:50 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 12, in the auditorium. Bordersenses Magazine release celebration is 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 13. A Mapping Success Conference is 10 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Friday, Nov. 14, in the auditorium. Las Cruces/Mesilla Nov. 7, with artist galleries open late, live demonstrations and music. A Ghost Tour begins at 10 p.m. Sunland Art Gallery — 5034-D Doniphan, in Placita Santa Fe. The co-op gallery features original paintings and photographs, jewelry, prints and gift items by more than 20 local artists. Hours are 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday. Information: Cil Abeyta, 5843117 or 474-0053. An opening reception is 6-8 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 13, for the annual “El Paso Scenes” exhibit sponsored by Randy Limbird of El Paso Scene. The reception is part of the Placita Santa Fe Open House Night, with many special activities throughout the center. The exhibit will be on display Nov. 4-29. November’s featured artist is Teri Spicer, who paints acrylics of animals an Día de los Muertos themes. Adobe Patio Gallery and Studio — 1765 Avenida de Mercado in Mesilla. The gallery features works by Carolyn Bunch, Anthony Pennock, Kelley S. Hestir, Cheryl Derrick and other artists. Hours are 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday. Information: (575) 532-9310 or adobepatiogallery.com. Showing through Dec. 1 is “Harvest,” featuring fall-themed works by 17 artists. Las Cruces Museum of Art — 491 N. Main (Downtown Mall). Hours are 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday. Closed Sunday and Monday. Information: (575) 5412137 or las-cruces.org/museums. Please see Page 40 Susan Eisen Fine Jewelry & Watches — 5857 N. Mesa, Ste. 19. Open 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday. Information: 584-0022 or susaneisen.com. Showing through Nov. 19 is the first in a series of exhibitions and sale of artwork from the estate of Dr. Clarke Garnsey, entitled “UTEP’s Finest-My Art Professors 1972-1978.” ‘Treasures of the Southwest” — Open Arms Community hosts its charity art auction 1:30 to 5 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 29, at St. Pius X Hall, 1050 North Clark, featuring a live Art Auction, silent auction, music, and delicious refreshments, as well as sale tables of collectibles and gift items. Music provided by The 7th Avenue Band. Admission is free. Information: 595-0589 or openarmscommunity.org Funds raised will benefit the Open Arms/Centro Santa Fe Food Bank and Help for the Poor. Some of the well-known local artists represented include Alberto Escamilla, Bert Saldaña, R.J. Williams, Patricia Renteria, Al Borrego, Manuel Alvarado, Hal Marcus, Candy Meyer and Krystyna Robbins. UTEP Union Gallery — Second floor, UTEP Union East. Gallery hours are 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Friday. Information: 74755711 or utep.edu/union. Showing through Nov. 7: “Blanco,” works by Pepe Salgado. Showing Nov. 17-Dec. 14: “When the Lights Go Out,” UTEP Student Show. San Elizario Art District — Several galleries and artist studios are located 1445 to 1501 Main Street near the San Elizario Plaza on the Mission Trail. 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Wednesday through Friday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday and noon to 4 p.m. Sunday. Information: 474-1800 or 851-0093. The First Friday ArtWalk is 6 to 9 p.m. Friday, November 2014 El Paso Scene Page 39