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2011 Contaf to Feature Mata Ortiz Pottery
 Miguel Camacho F
For the first time ever in the recent history of Mata Ortiz pottery, this art form is to be shown in Brazil during the Contaf 2011 Exposition. Claudia Lovera, who owns Mata Ortiz Art Gallery in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico, will present this pottery at the convention.
Ada Colorina Art Show at Garza Blanca
 Michelle Dumaine
The artwork of Ada Colorina, a native of Puerto Vallarta, Mexico, receives a hometown celebration with a show at Garza Blanca Preserve, Resort & Spa. A launch party on August 12, 2011 will kick-off the resort’s display.
Philippo Lo Grande Art Show Opens August 5
 Kathleen Harris
Local artist Philippo Lo Grande's new show, "Until We Meet Again," will open at Galleria Vallarta on August 5th, from 6-9 pm. The after-party will be at The Scottsman, a new pub on Calle Libertad, one block south of the gallery in downtown Puerto Vallarta.
 Local Artist Memorializes Emiliano Zapata
 Kathleen Harris
Yelapa artist Philippo Lo Grande has created another notable piece of public art in Puerto Vallarta, a mural of Emiliano Zapata that graces the outer walls of a house on the corner of Calles Jacarandas and Francisco Madero in the Puerto Vallarta colonia of the same name.
Riviera Nayarit Photo Book is in the Works
 Riviera Nayarit CVB
Professional photographer Mansur Kiadeh toured Mexico's Pacific Treasure looking for the most awesome images for an exclusive compilation of photographs of Riviera Nayarit. The book will be on sale online before year's end, and Riviera Nayarit will be promoted through his images.
Convention Center Hosts Japanese Art Expo
 VisitPuertoVallarta.com
The International Convention Center of Puerto Vallarta recently announced the upcoming Japanese Art Exhibition, 'Art in Japanese Hands,' which is scheduled to open on July 1st, and continue through July 15, 2011. Entry and parking are free.
Vallarta’s Hidden Rio Cuale Arts Center
 Vallarta Tribune
Founded in March 2003, the Centro Cultural Cuale is one of Vallarta’s hidden gems when it comes to art workshops, music classes and cultural events. This treasure lies nestled at the heart of the Isla Rio Cuale, where PV’s most enchanting river has formed a permanent island.
Join NANPA's Nature Photography Day Event
 NANPA.org
Those of us lucky enough to live in the Bay of Banderas and own a camera are well and truly blessed. This area is one gigantic photo op. Now there is a new resource for our fabulous nature photos - the North American Nature Photography Association's Nature Photography event.
New Developments at Peter Gray Art Museum
 Jerry Lafferty
If you haven't been to Vallarta's Peter Gray Museum lately, now might be a good time to visit. The permanent collection of art was recently rearranged to provide better flow and visibility, there have been additions to the art collection, plus significant improvements to the facilities.
PV Naval Museum Hosts Local Artists' Show
 Amibito PV
The Puerto Vallarta Historic Naval Museum recently hosted a collective exhibition organized by a group of local artists in collaboration with the City’s Art and Culture Department. The show was entitled 'Serenity and Peace, an Inward Quest.'
Israel Zzepda Travels to Sardinia, Italy
 Gena Guarniere
On April 22nd, Guadalajara artist Israel Zzepda travels to the island of Sardinia, Italy to celebrate, with all of Italy, the 150th Anniversary of the Unification of the Italian Republic and the 120th Anniversary of one of its most important socialist fighters, Antonio Gramsci.
Puerto Vallarta Celebrates Manuel Lepe
 VisitPuertoVallarta.com
In honor of the much celebrated local artist and the municipal day held in his honor annually on April 17, the naval Academy is proud to present the unveiling of a mural by the deceased artist Manuel Lepe behind the Naval History Museum on April 15 at 7 pm.
Splurge Art Gallery Celebrates Earth Day
 Randal Wark
On April 22, Splurge Art Gallery will host an Earth Day Gala to showcase the works of 8 talented marine photographers from the U.S. and Mexico. Proceeds will be used to raise awareness of the environmental impact felt in the Bay of Banderas and its ecological fragility.
Guerrero & Zepeda Moreno at Galleria Dante
 Gena Guarniere
On April 8th, during the last Puerto Vallarta South Side Shuffle of the season, Galleria Dante will open a new painting exhibit featuring Jalisco artists Ignacio Guerrero and David Zepeda Moreno with a cocktail reception from 6–10 pm.
Valui & del Campo Open at Galleria Dante
 Gena Guarniere
On March 25th an art exhibition featuring original paintings by Guadalajara artist Luis Valui and unique sculptures by Lagos de Moreno artist Miguel Angel del Campo will open with a cocktail reception from 6–10 pm at Galleria Dante on the south side of Puerto Vallarta.
Zardoni & Lambert Open at Galleria Dante
 Gena Guarniere
On March 11th an exciting new art exhibit featuring unique sculptures by Mexico City artist Alvaro Zardoni and original paintings by Montreal artist Jean-Gabriel Lambert will open at Galleria Dante, Basilio Badillo 269 on the south side of Puerto Vallarta, with a cocktail reception from 6–10 pm.
Craig Stanman Presents "Road Stories" at the Haus der Kunst
 Isaac Nichelson
Take a visual trip around the world and visit the premier of a must-see photography exhibition entitled "Road Stories / Historias Del Camino", by Craig Stanman, taking place at Haus Der Kunst in Puerto Vallarta on January 8th through February 8th.
 Galleria Dante: 15 Years of Art Perfection
 PVNN
In December, Galleria Dante celebrated 15 years since they transformed their successful Italian restaurant of 7½ years, to the gallery. More than 10 artists will be on hand to greet friends and clients at Galleria Dante on Dec 30th, from 6 to 10 pm during the South Side Shuffle.
Gis Festival Returns to Riviera Nayarit
 RivieraNayarit.com
The Festival of Gis and its traditional gastronomic show, El Sabor, in Riviera Nayarit, is targeted to return in 2011, from January 19-21, with greater vigor and many innovations that will make this 2011 especially attractive.
Another Successful Demonstration and Workshop at Miralo
 Rodolfo Rosas & Bud Shafer
Miralo, a studio of art and gifts, is the location where mosaic artist Rodolfo Rosas Hernandez presents his popular monthly free demonstration on stained glass mosaic art.
Artist Carlos Gutiérrez Angulo Exhibition
 PVNN
The Compass Rose Art Shop invites you to their opening gala to spotlight the works of Carlos Gutiérrez Angulo in his solo exhibition of "In The Mirror Of A Pond" December 30 at 7:00 pm.
Photographs, Flowers & Photoshop
 PVNN
At 11:00 a.m. on Thursday, January 6th, Mike Laking, in support of the Vallarta Botanical Gardens, will be presenting a free workshop on how to create beautiful art from your photographs.
Galleria Dante: PV's Largest & Most Eclectic Art Gallery
 PVNN
Puerto Vallarta’s largest and most eclectic art gallery, Galleria Dante, resides in an old hacienda and sculpture garden on Basilio Badillo in Old Town. Now in its 15th year, this 6000 sq. ft. gallery features original paintings and sculptures by more than 50 Mexican and International artists.
5th Annual Art Festival of San Pancho
 RivieraNayarit.com
The 5th annual Sinergia Cultural Art Festival will be held in San Pancho, Riviera Nayarit, again this year on December 18-28. As before, they will be offering vast and diverse activities for the locals and tourists.
Angeline Kyba Art Exhibition
 PVNN
Don't miss the inauguration of Angeline Kyba's art exhibition, 'Paintings Celebrating Mexico' at Rosa Mexicano, Avenida Anclote #114 in El Anclote, Punta de Mita, Nayarit on Friday, December 17, 2010. Starting at 6 pm, you'll enjoy art, tapas, wine, live music y mucho mas.
Ariel Sainz: Rastros de Una Genesis Exhibition
 PVNN
To kick off the 5th Annual Art Festival of San Pancho, Ariel Sainz, one of the most active interdisciplinary artists in the area, will be exhibiting his new collection of paintings, 'Ratros de una Génesis,' at Bodega 3, Avenida Tercer Mundo #13 on Saturday, December 18th at 6:00 pm.
Galeria Pacifico's Tuesday Morning Sculpture Walks
 Pamela Thompson
Sometimes, when we live or spend any length of time in Puerto Vallarta, we can’t see the forest for the trees. Though I've known for several years about the Sculpture Walks that Gary Thompson gives at 9:30 on Tuesday mornings, I never found the time to participate until recently - and I'm glad I did!
The Latest Collection of Claudia F. Bremer on Auction
 PVNN
The latest collection of the award-winning, multi-disciplinary artist Claudia F. Bremer will be auctioned at Bähe gallery on Saturday December 18 in the heart of Puerto Vallarta. Bremer´s newest collection includes an array of printmaking in various styles: intaglio, mono type and lithography.
Angeline Kyba Open Studios
 PVNN
Angeline Kyba Fine Art Studio is open to visitors weekdays Mondays to Fridays from 12 to 5 pm. Come, see her work; do something yourselves, a drawing, perhaps; buy a piece of art, commission a portrait - or just enjoy a behind the scenes look at the Art of Mexico.
Galeria Pacifico and Learn Vallarta Collaborate on Malecón Sculpture Walks
 PVNN
Galeria Pacifico and Learn Vallarta have come together in a collaborative arrangement to offer two Malecón Sculpture Walking Tours per week. Both happen every Tuesday from mid-November until mid-April at 9:30 am and 5:30 pm starting at the Millennium sculpture on the north end of the Malecón.
Pre-Columbian Artifact Repatriated to Mexico
 Jessica Kwong
A small, pre-Columbian figurine that came rolled up in T-shirts in an airline passenger's luggage was returned to Mexico, its country of origin.
The Southside Shuffle: A Fun-Filled Event
 Laura Gelezunas
Every other Friday from 6-10 pm, the streets of downtown Puerto Vallarta are bustling with activity and people heading to the Southside Shuffle, a fun-filled event that gives everyone the opportunity to discover the treasures at twelve shops and galleries on Basilio Badillo and Constitución.
National Science and Arts Prize Giving Ceremony 2010
 Suzanne Stephens Waller
Every year since 1945, the country has acknowledged the most outstanding Mexican men and women for their work in literature, fine art, history and the social sciences, exact sciences and technology.
An Ancient Culture in Mountainous Mexico
 James Estrin
Ruben E. Reyes is Mexican. He was raised in Mexico City. But some of the indigenous Tarahumara people of northern Mexico had a word for him when he first traveled among them in 2002. The word was “gringo.”
The South Side Shuffle Starts This Friday
Joe and Claire Guarniere
Starting on November 12th, and continuing every other Friday from 6-10 pm through April 8, 2011, twelve shops and galleries on the south side of Puerto Vallarta will participate in 'The South Side Shuffle,' offering the public free cocktails, culture, conversation and strolling mariachis.
San Pancho Friday Night Art Walks
 Susan Sanborn
Starting November 19th, and continuing every Friday evening along Avenida Tercer Mundo (main street) in San Pancho, art galleries, jewelry stores, Mexican handicraft and Mexican folk art stores along with various restaurants will be participating in the Art Walk from 6 to 8 pm.
Peter Gray Art Museum Seasonal Opening
 Buri Gray
Please save the date of Thursday, November 18 for attending the exciting opening event of the new season for the Peter Gray Art Museum. We'll be hosting an exhibition of the works of 5 International artists from Guadalajara, plus new paintings by Puerto Vallarta's own Meg Munro.
Learn Vallarta Malecón Sculpture Walks Continue
 Sandra Cesca
The free and informative Malecón Sculpture Walks offered by Learn Vallarta will continue through the winter from 5:30-7 pm on Tuesday evenings. The walks begin at The Millennia sculpture at the north end of the Malecón, and end at the sculpture of Saint Pascual Bailon on the Malecón extension.
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