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Picture this if You Dare: More than 7,000 Nude Folks in a Photo
 Dane Schiller
To get naked or not get naked? That is the question people In Mexico City are asking as they ponder the arrival of Spencer Tunick, the New York photographer famous for persuading crowds to strip and strike a pose.
Mexico Might Ban Nudes From Pyramids
 Reuters
Mexico is unlikely to allow US artist Spencer Tunick stage a nude photo shoot at its famous Teotihuacan pyramids, citing possible damage to the ancient site.
Sedona's Tlaquepaque Arts and Crafts Village
 Sarah Horton
It's so much more than a collection of high-end galleries and boutiques - those you can find anywhere. What makes Tlaquepaque unique is the way the arts play a role in every single shady corner of the 30+ year-old enclave.
Our Wall: US-Mexico Border
 nationalgeographic.com
Along the walls that separate Mexico from the U.S., sunset launches a constellation of activity - much of it illicit. While Diane Cook and Len Jenshel photographed the barrier in one Arizona town, smugglers on the other side threw rocks at them.
Mexico Might Ban Nudes From Pyramids
 Reuters
Mexico is unlikely to allow US artist Spencer Tunick stage a nude photo shoot at its famous Teotihuacan pyramids, citing possible damage to the ancient site.
Mexico’s Art Sanctuary
 Lisa Rein
Mexico City is awash in murals and museums and crowds that can suffocate. But a Metro ride from its teeming streets and skyscrapers is a little-known museum with a trove of discoveries for art lovers in a setting so peaceful it startles.
Tunick Eyes Mexico Pyramids for Nude Shoot
Associated Press
Photographer Spencer Tunick, famous for photographing crowds of nude people around the world, said he wants to do his next shoot at pyramids outside Mexico City.
Jalisco's Martín Ramírez Wins Recognition
 El Universal
His studios were California mental wards, his canvas bits of paper assembled from trash bins and his pigments melted crayons. Self-taught draftsman Martín Ramírez dealt with schizophrenia and estrangement from his family in Mexico with an outpouring of hypnotic drawings and collages unique in 20th-century art.
The Great Mexican Art of Diego Rivera & Frida Kahlo
 Dr Sunil K Sukumaran
The year 2007 marks the 50th death anniversary of one of the most prominent artists of the last century - Diego María Rivera. Rivera’s legacy to modern Mexican art is decisive in his murals and his canvases, and he gained international acclaim as a leader of the Mexican mural movement.
Feria del Arte at Plaza Caracol
 PVNN
If you're looking for original art and Mexican handcrafts, Plaza Caracol is the place to be from April 13-15th, as Galeria Vallarta sponsors the Feria del Arte to benefit Pasitos de Luz, a non-profit organization that helps handicapped children.
Kahlo's Kin Take Control of Image
 El Universal
The only living relatives of artist Frida Kahlo have formed a company to try to control - and profit from - the commercial exploitation of the image of the woman who is nearly on a par with tequila as a national symbol of Mexico.
"The Passion of Christ" at Sol y Luna
 PVNN
On April 6th from 6-10 pm Gallery Sol y Luna Art for the Uninhibited will be hosting an encore cocktail reception for "The Passion of Christ" Art Exhibition, featuring photographs by Roberto Colgan & Jose Luis Bueno and sculptures by Rafael Miranda.
Edgar Martinez Paintings on Sale at Galleria Dante
 PVNN
Galleria Dante's last "Meet the Artists" show of the season, scheduled to take place on April 4th, has been cancelled due to the Easter festivities, but there's still plenty to see at this popular art gallery every Mon-Fri from 10 am to 5 pm.
More Gifts for Peter Gray Museum
 PVNN
Thanks to the generosity of donors like Lucille Shipley and Jose Guerrero, the Peter Gray Museum continues to develop as an important cultural addition to both the Centro Universitario de la Costa and the city of Puerto Vallarta.
Spencer Tunick Will Undress Thousands in Mexico City
 PVNN
For the first time, American photographer Spencer Tunick will undress thousands of citizens in the capital city of Mexico to create another of his famous artworks of massive pictures between the 28th and 29th of April.
Naked Mexicans Wanted For Photo Shoot
 Aquilla Parker
American photographer Spencer Tunick is looking for four-thousand naked Mexicans. Tunick is known for photographing crowds of people in the buff. His next naked photo shoot is scheduled for Mexico City April 28th and 29th.
Philippo Lo Grande at Galeria Octavo
 PVNN
If you haven’t yet checked out “Los Monumentos Vallartense de LoGrande” at Galeria Octavio, you'll be happy to know that this wonderful artist’s exhibit will remain on display at this popular downtown Puerto Vallarta art gallery through March 30th.
Dali at Dante? No... it's Israel Zzepda!
 PVNN
There are only two more chances to "Meet the Artists" at Galleria Dante this season. Don't miss Israel Zzepda, whose surreal works are greatly influenced by Salvador Dali, on March 21st and Peter Spataro, who will be at the last show on April 4th.
Thoughtful Wanderings of a Man With a Can
 Holland Cotter
“Sometimes Doing Something Poetic Can Become Political, and Sometimes Doing Something Political Can Become Poetic” is a very long title for an exhibition. But it’s perfect for Francis Alÿs’s show at David Zwirner, his first Manhattan gallery solo in a decade.
Graffiti Dreams in Mexico City
 Jeremy Schwartz
Like most world capitals, Mexico City has its share of graffiti-covered buildings and walls. Unfortunately, most are just plain ugly: boring black tags that serve to add to the city’s already chaotic vibe and turn some neighborhoods into visions of urban purgatory. But there are some gems to be found here.
Shadows of My Memories
 PVNN
Randy Cooper's shadow sculptures have been sweeping North America and Europe for the past 7 years. Don't miss the Cocktail Reception for the opening of his One Man Art Exhibition "Shadows of my Memories" at Sol y Luna Art Gallery on March 14th.
New Sculptures at Galleria Dante
 PVNN
This week's "Meet the Artists" night at Galleria Dante features new sculptures from Jonas Gutierrez and Oscar Zamarripa, as well as new paintings by Juana Cortez, Oscar Solis and other talented artists on Wednesday, March 7th from 6-10 pm.
Mexican Masters of Folk Art Show
 mexicoetc.com
"Mexican Masters of Folk Art," showcasing carefully-chosen works from some of the best contemporary artists of Jalisco, Michoacán, Oaxaca, and several other states renowned for their arte popular, will open on March 28th in Round Top, Texas.
Incorporeal Materiality at The Loft Gallery
 PVNN
Internationally acclaimed artist Won Lee, whose work makes an impact wherever he exhibits and lectures, will present an Artist's Talk and Discussion at Ztai after the March 7th opening of his solo show "Incorporeal Materiality" at the Loft.
Artist Ropi and Chef Art Mendoza Join Forces
 The Latin Palate
Famous artist Ropi, known for his brilliant architecture as well as his artwork, has agreed to join forces with artist and chef Art Mendoza to create a mural on one wall of Punta Mita Time, the popular North Shore restaurant formerly known as Café Luna.
Brad Smith at Galleria Dante This Week
 PVNN
Brad Smith, dubbed as "the most romantic painter in Santa Fe," will be painting local models at Galleria Dante on February 28th, March 1st and 2nd from 1-4 pm. He welcomes commissions and can create a personally meaningful painting just for you.
Mexican Art Exhibit Rides Country's Film Success
 Christine Kearney
A group of Mexican artists is hoping to emulate the success of the country's filmmakers by showcasing cutting-edge works in an exhibit set to tour the United States.
What are Monkey Balls?
 PVNN
What are monkey balls? If you want to know, stop by local art gallery, A Spot of Africa, this Saturday, February 24th from 5-8 pm for “Sangria and a Sunset.” Afterwards, on to Galleria Octavio for a glass of wine between 8 and 10 pm.
Bringing Artists and Patrons Together
 PVNN
This month, Octavio Gonzalez and his staff at Galeria Octavio will be featuring sculptures by bronze artists Jordan Van Sewell, Jose Manuel Lino, Pepe Gutierrez, Patti Salinas and new works by Octavio himself, in addition to a selection of paintings by Yelapa artist Philippo LoGrande in a show entitled "Los Monumentos Vallartense de LoGrande."
Artists Present Check to Public Library
 Mary Ellis
Participating artists in last month's Lucille Shipley's Workshop Exhibition raised $10,920 pesos for the Puerto Vallarta Public Library, which was presented to Biblioteca Los Mangos president, María José Zorrilla.
Coming Home: LA Gangster Style Finds a Place in Mexico
 Jeremy Schwartz
Federico Gama is a groundbreaking photographer from Mexico City. His acclaimed recent exhibition, Top Models: Mazahuacholoskatopunk, documented the emergence of punk, gangsta and gothic dress among recent indigenous migrants to Mexico City.
Fifth Annual Art and Wine Festival
 Kathy Taylor
The Fifth Annual Art and Wine Festival will be held at the Vallarta Yacht Club in Nuevo Vallarta on Sunday, February 18th from 2 to 4 pm. Local artists, photographers and jewelry makers will display their work, with some pieces offered for sale, co-ordinated by local artist Mary Ladner.
Exploring the Mata Ortiz Phenomenon
 Patrick Harrison
On February 24th at 7 pm, on the 2nd floor loft of their new Mata Ortiz Art Gallery in Peninsula Village, Claudia Lovera and Alex Martinez will host renowned lecturer Edward Guarino for a free slide show and discussion exploring the art of Mata Ortiz.
Outside Mexico City, The House That Art Built
 Lisa Rein
Mexico City is awash in murals and museums and crowds that can suffocate. But a Metro ride from its teeming streets and skyscrapers is a little-known museum with a trove of discoveries for art lovers in a setting so peaceful it startles.
One Artist's Journey Linked by Ink
 Jennifer W. Sanchez
Sergio Reynoso, who was drawn to tattooing as a child in Guadalajara, Mexico's second-largest city, has made lasting impressions on customers in Salt Lake City.
Tijuana's Scrappy, Do-It-Yourself Spirit
 David Pagel
"Strange New World: Art and Design From Tijuana," organized by the Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego and currently installed at the Santa Monica Museum of Art, is an engaging, often bitingly funny exhibition that features works by 20 contemporary artists from Tijuana.
Art Show Highlights Africans in Mexico
 Latino Perspectives
This relatively unknown connection is explored in The African Presence in México: From Yanga to the Present, the most comprehensive project ever organized about Black contributions to Mexican culture.
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