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Mayan Masks in La Antigua

12.02.2009 · Posted in ArteAntigua, Exhibitions, Galleries

The Casa de Artes is hosting a Festival of Masks. The special mask exhibit will be on display until January 9th 2010. Admire the most symbolic pieces of traditional Guatemalan Folk Art offered in a unique display. Casa de Artes has the finest variety of Mayan Textiles, Wooden Figures, Ceremonial Masks, Ethnic Jewelry and Majolica ...

Bill Ipsan: A New Type of Landscape

The artist behind the Urban Landscapes exhibit displayed at the Paseo de los Museos in Casa Santo Domingo describes his collection as “a new type of landscape.” Bill Ipsan’s exhibition of 31 distinct images was unveiled in La Antigua September 26, 2009. Art enthusiasts will have the chance to view his edgy, urban photographs – ...

Supporting Youth in Art

10.01.2009 · Posted in ArteAntigua, Exhibitions, Galleries, Painting

The Asociación Civil de Paz y Desarrollo (The Civil Association for Peace and Development) honored youth today as part of Guatemala’s celebration of Children’s Day. The association hosted an exposition of art created by youth and spoke about the extreme importance of supporting the country’s children, especially those who are particularly vulnerable due to their ...

ArteAntigua Art Hunt: Galeria De Arte

10.01.2009 · Posted in ArteAntigua, Galleries

The abundance of art in La Antigua Guatemala is quite nearly overwhelming. As a fun way of truly becoming more “Antigua art savvy,” we’re introducing the ArteAntigua Art Hunt. Every week or so we’ll post a random photo related to art and all you devoted ArteAntigua fans will have the opportunity to boast your own ...

Making Space for Modern Art

09.28.2009 · Posted in ArteAntigua, Exhibitions, Galleries

The atmosphere was a buzz during opening night at El Carmen Galeria de Arte Saturday night. ArteAntigua was able to make not one, but two visits to the gallery for it’s grand opening and both times the gallery was packed. Visitors had the rare opportunity to speak with a host of nationally renowned artists, including ...