Artists from our Day of the Dead Exhibit

Pura Vida Worldly Art thanks local Charlotte artists for participating in our 2006 Dia de los Muertos (Day of the Dead) exhibit. We hold this exhibit annually, in honor of this beautiful holiday. Artists interested in participating in the 2007 show are encouraged to contact us. 2006 artists were:

Amy Kennemore * Bridget Lynch * Chris Stuart * Daniel Patrick * Francisco Gonzalez * Jacobo Strimling * Jaxon * Joey Vernon * Karen Hickerson * "Lil"Tommy McCarter * Lise Barnett * Maggie Wyant * Margaret Moose * Matt Terry * Michael Steele * Mike Siancas * Rodney Raines * Sarah Thomas
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Artists from our Glimpse of Latin-America Exhibit

Thanks to everyone who joined us for our opening reception on Saturday, December 2nd for "A Glimpse of Latin America". This photography exhibit, featuring vignettes of Costa Rica, Nicaragua, Ecuador, the Dominican Republic, Mexico, and Guatemala will be on view through March 2007. We'd like to thank the following local photographers for participating:

Stephanie Chesson

STEPHANIE CHESSON

About Stephanie: A native Charlottean and graduate of UNC’s Journalism School, Stephanie owns Stephanie Chesson Photography studio in Plaza-Midwood. In addition to photographing weddings and other special events, Stephanie has shot for several media publications and travels extensively for a roster of clients from London to San Diego. Stephanie's fine art has appeared in galleries throughout the area.

The pictures for A Glimpse of Latin-America were shot in the Dominican Republic. All artwork is available in different sizes with or without frames. These are limited edition pieces. In addition, cards are also available.

For more on Stephanie visit www.stephaniechesson.com

Artist Statement:
There is beauty in all and in all times.

During a trying time for our family, my sister gave us the gift of travel and time together. On this vacation our family grew closer and my sister and I discovered our compatibility for adventure. What I have learned about history, culture, priorities, family, love and myself on these journeys has been beyond anything I ever could have comprehended. Thank you to my sister for a gift that stretches imagination and compassion. May the journey continue!

This show is dedicated to the beautiful and playful spirit of my mother, Ann Cooke Chesson. Thank you for all your generous gifts.

Special thanks to: Chris Best Carpentry and Design for the beautiful handmade frames, Linda at Queens Gallery for matting, and framing, Charles Johnson Custom Color for making the finished prints so gorgeous as well as Charles himself for his artistic input, Photo House for their enthusiasm, perfect processing and card prints, Jef Weiker for an outstanding invite, Stephen Rogers for being my right and left arm, Courtney Chesson Haas for, well, EVERYTHING!, Chesson Haas for watching after "the girls", Calvin Chesson for all his support and love, and last, but definitely not at all least, my husband, Jon Meyers, for his undying love and trust in me. I am lucky to have such a wonderful companion.

Stephanie

GLENN NASH

About Glenn: Glenn Nash has been practicing the art of photography for over 30 years. He has been a member of the Light Factory in Charlotte N.C. for many years and has participated in several of their group shows, and other group shows in the Carolinas. His work is held in several collections in North Carolina and Virginia.

The work displayed was shot in Costa Rica and Nicaragua in 2005. All framed artwork on display is available for sale. In addition, unframed prints in various sizes are also available.

CATALINA KULCZAR

About Caty: Catalina Kulczar’s photography has been published in La Noticia, Que Pasa, Reven, Life in Charlotte and can also be seen regularly in Creative Loafing and in The Charlotte Observer. Catalina’s solo exhibit “Vecinos/Neighbors”, was on display at the Charlotte Museum of History from January through October 2005. “Vecinos/Neighbors” explored the lives and diversity of Charlotte’s Latinos and communicated the economic, social, and cultural impact Latinos have on the Charlotte community.

The photography for A Glimpse of Latin-America was shot in Ecuador. All framed pictures are available for sale.

For more on Caty visit www.catalinaphotography.com

Artist Statement:
I love traveling, seeing new places and the people that live there. I love photography because it enables me to capture images of everyday people who perform seemingly trivial activities in their day-to day existence. These small details of life are my favorite subject, the subjects of the pictures you see here. I hope when you look at them, you conjure up the life they hint at. The colors and the composition are your guides.

If my photos have the power to detain you for a moment, I trust that the simplicity and beauty of each image and the emotions it provoked will stay with you when you leave this gallery.

I dedicate this exhibit to my exceptional husband Juan Miguel, for he has faith in me and encourages me to pursue my dreams. Gracias por creer en mi. Te quiero mi amor.

Catalina