The dates July 27, 28 & 29, mark a significant event in Oaxaca, known as Oaxaca Estudio Abierto, designed to promote interaction between local artists and those members of the public interested in creative endeavors. On July 28th, between 10 am and 8 pm, painters, sculptors, ceramicists and photographers will be opening their studios or workshops to exhibit their art.
Oscar Carrizosa, coordinator of the event for the third consecutive year, has emphasized that its purpose will be “to showcase the artists and where they work, and while their studios and workshops are open to the public those interested will have and opportunity to speak and interact with them, with a view to learning more about where and how such reknowned artistry has brought fame to the state”.
Carrizosa continued: “Oaxaca Estudio Abierto is a unique and enjoyable format by which to appreciate art, meet the artists, explore various neighborhoods in Oaxaca and acquire pieces for one’s own collection”.
The inaugural event of Oaxaca Estudio Abierto will take place on July 27th at 7 pm, at the Museo de los Pintores Oaxaqueños, were there will be a colective exhibition and a silent auction
On July 28th, from 10 am to 8 pm in the evening, the artists will open their studios to the public. Downtown historical center will be divided in four different areas and depending of the area it will be a different schedule for the artists to open their studios.
On the 29nd of July, at 10 am a guided tour will leave, from Casa Crespo at 10 am, for San Agustín, Etla to vist artists´ studios, the paper workshop and the Centro de las Artes de San Agustín. (CASA).
More information at http://www.go-oaxaca.com/oaxacaestudioabierto_en.html
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