CHAC

Family Art Saturday, For Kids and Their Parents or Guardians: Third Saturday of Every Month

Saturday, May 19, 2012 - 2:00-4:00pm

Come enjoy art making and story time with CHAC member artist, Mary Hernandez. Kid's love learning from Mary and they always create fabulous works of art under her leadership! Adults are welcome to try their hand at these activities as well. Bring the whole family. Make a unique piece of art to take home. Suggested donation $2.00 to cover materials.

CHAC It Up!

CHAC now offers CHAC It Up! twice a month, 2nd Saturdays and 4th Fridays, 6:30-9:00pm!

Please join us Friday May 25, for Wine Glass Painting!

Enjoy an evening of interactive art, tasty margaritas, lite fare, and beautiful music. All guests will customize a glass of their choice with colorful enamel paints.

Event fee of $20.00 includes all materials and a complimentary margarita. Let the walls of the gallery inspire you!

Advance RSVP is required to guarantee a spot for you and someone special.
Phone payments will be accepted by Belinda at the CHAC Tiendita 303-571-0440.
For questions about the event please call Cindy 720-236-9389. or Stacie 720-429-7757.

CHAC Gallery Show: "These are the Good Old Dayze"

An Art Exhibition Featuring : Al Sanchez, Carlos Sandoval, Eli Montoya-Olivas, Jerry Rael, Jay Michael Jaramillo, Jacinta Lobato, Jared Sandoval, Kayla Sandoval, Pilar Beall, Rob Yancy, and Shay Guerrero

"In celebration of Cinco De Mayo we have put together an art exhibition of great diversity color and talent. "These Are the Good Old Dayze" 

Exhibition: May 4th-31st, 2012

Opening Reception: First Friday May 4th, 5-10pm

Gallery Hours: Wednesday, Thursday - 10am-4pm, Fridays 12-5pm, First Friday 2-10pm, Third Friday 12-9pm, Saturday 12-4pm

CHAC Norte Featured Artists

Be sure to experience the timeless work of these tremendous CHAC artists. CHAC would not be the same without them!

Michael Penny, www.michaelpennyart.com  Bob Martinez, http://www.robertmar.com/ Joe N. Martinez, http://joenmartinezphotography.com/bio.html, Robert Maestas, http://robertmaestas.com/   Suzanne Martino, http://www.skymindstudio.com/

 

In Memory of Dale Lopez Jr.

The Family of Dale Lopez  presents a retrospective of Dale's work along with some of his close friends and family members. The Show is curated by Fernando Moreno, a close family friend.

 

Nancy Slyter, Jeremy Sawyer, Kayla Sandovol's classroom art, Lisa Sanchez and Sophia Mesa Castaneda.
 

Nancy Slyter is a local artist who works in several mediums to express her view of the world setting her subjects in “dream like” environments. She has also started a collection of hand painted glassware called “Wild Flora.”

Nancy currently serves on the Board of Directors for the Chicano Humanities and Arts Council (CHAC) and is also a member of the gallery. For more information visit http://www.pinkcollarglam.com/home.html

Jeremy Sawyer is an artist from Thornton Colorado. He creates art with emotion and passion.  Jeremy pulls influences from music, pop culture and nature to influence his art work.  Combined with these inspirations come a variety of styles of paintings and vibrant bright colors.  Jeremy currently serves on the Board of Directors for the Chicano Humanities and Arts Council (CHAC) and is a new member of the gallery.

Visit  http://www.etsy.com/shop/jeremysawyer for more information on Jeremy's work

Rudy Monterroso, Clay Meason, Rueben Espinoza, Mardelle Espinoza, Cindy Lucero and Victor Cruz.

CHAC Partnership with Center for the Arts Evergreen

Enjoy the Beautiful Exhibit, Tree of Life: Exploring Cultural Roots at the Center for the Arts Evergreen, 32003B Ellingwood Trail, Evergreen, CO 80439.

Exhibit runs April 20th-May 24th, 2012

Parent/Child Workshop: Saturday, May 5th, 1-2pm.

Workshop lead by CHAC member artist and folklorist, Rita Wallace.

CHAC wishes to thank Center for the Arts Evergreen for this exciting partnership and this fabulous exhibit of CHAC artists in their gallery!

Arte Cultura para los Niños; Kid’s Summer Art Workshops at CHAC Gallery

Calling all children to come and celebrate Mexican Traditions at CHAC Gallery, Thursdays 11:00-12:15, June—August. Workshops include refreshments, art making, and a story.

June 14, 21, 28
14 Vacation & Travel
     Make a craft out of Mexican home
     ceramic that will amaze you.
21 Tree of Life
     Make a tree of life.
28 Little Mules of Corpus Christi
     Weave your own palm branch mule in
     traditional Mexican style. 

July 12, 19, 26
12 Patriotic
     Make a shoulder bag (morral) to carry
     your treasures.
19 April Fools in March
     Make a mosaic in clay.                                                                 
26 The Handkerchief
     Make a handkerchief craft.

August 2, 9, 16
2 Dia de la Candelaria: Day of the Candles
   Bring your pet or favorite stuffed animal.
   Make a dancing animal puppet.
9 Rosca de Reyes
   Make a king’s mask.
16 Fairs, Festivals, & Fiesta Finale
    Join in a fiesta. Make a traditional fiesta pin wheel

All children ages 5-13yrs welcome. $5.00 per child. Family rates available.  for siblings first child $5.00, second child $4.00, third child $3.00. Registration is now open. Call today to be guaranteed a spot! 303-571-0440. Register for all nine classes and get one class free. Register today. Pay in advance to save! Register for three classes and save. Three classes for $12.00. Individual classes paid in advance $5.00. Walk in day of the class, $6.00

Brick Project

Looking for a unique way to honor your mother who has everything? Mother's Day is coming. Consider purchasing a brick dedicated to her that will be installed in CHAC's back patio. The cost of the brick is $40.00. Engraving of a message of your choice is included. The gift will not only bless your mom, but all proceeds go to support CHAC's year round cultural arts programming for children! CHAC will create a beautiful certificate for you to present to your mother. Call to place your order today! 303-571-0440.

Special Event Rentals

CHAC Gallery is an excellent venue for your special event! We have two galleries and a beautiful outdoor courtyard. Our gallery spaces can accommodate groups of between 20-300 people looking to enjoy an intimate atmosphere with cultural artwork providing a unique and creative backdrop. There's a full kitchen area and bar, which provide a perfect workspace for caterers. Ideal for Networking Events, Meetings, Book signings, Holiday Parties, Charity Events, Corporate Events and Cocktail Parties. For more information call (303) 571-0440 or click here.

It's That Time of Year Again

Help us make the back patio beautiful!  We welcome your donation of hearty outdoor plants and flowers. Feel free to bring them by the gallery anytime during our regular gallery hours!

Wednesday, Thursday - 10am-4pm, Fridays 12-5pm, First Friday 2-10pm, Third Friday 12-9pm, Saturday 12-4pm

CHAC Superstar

Stephanie Miller

Most of you have never met her....she does amazing things for CHAC...she helps to make CHAC what it is today. Stephanie Miller is our grant writer and has been for several years now. We would not be where we are today without her amazing skills!

Stephanie has an amazing gift with words....she is very passionate about what she does and it shows! She loves CHAC, our mission and how we serve the community.

Stephanie has an amazing background and we are so please to have her as part of the CHAC Familia!
Thank you Stephanie for all you do for CHAC! We are ever so grateful to you and all of your hard work! Thank you from the bottom of our hearts!

Have You Met...

Rudi Monterroso

Rudi comes to us from south of the border! From Guatemala to be exact! Rudi is of Mayan heritage and an artist/educator/flamenco dancer. Growing up in war torn Guatemala and moving to the US while in his teens, Rudi has many stories he shares through his art. Rudi writes, "Art gave me a voice in situations where I felt like words went unheard or were out of my reach."  Rudi shows his work at CHAC and is one of our fabulous members and art teachers. He not only dances flamenco, but teaches it as well! We are so happy that Rudi is part of our CHAC familia! Thank you Rudi for sharing your talents with us!

Artist Advertisements

CHAC artists, you are welcome to rent CHAC Norte to show your work.  We now have additional wall space available! For rental fees and space availability call us at 303-571-0440. 

Included in your rental is promotion on our website and in our e newsletter, with your name and a photo of your work displayed in a montage with other artists. For an additional $5.00 per month you may purchase an entire block on our website and e-newsletter that includes a single picture of your work and a small paragraph of your choice and website link .

Volunteers Needed

We are looking for Volunteers during our daytime office hours.  We are in need of assistance with typical office work. We are looking for individuals who are available to meet a consistent schedule. Please call to schedule an  interview. 303-571-0440

CHAC is Looking for Teachers to Teach our Cultural Arts Programming

CHAC is looking for teachers to implement our dynamic workshops. This position is ideal for retired teachers or individuals who aspire to become teachers. Time flexibility is a must. The position is not steady, but is very rewarding! For more information email julie@chacweb.org or call 303-571-0440 and ask for Julie.

National Storyteller Michael Heralda from LA w/Aztec Stories to visit CHAC April 28th 2012

Chicano Humanities & Arts Council (CHAC) along with MSCD, Department of Chicana/o Studies and Journey Though our Heritage Present Internationally Acclaimed Musician and Storyteller Michael Heralda with Aztec Stories! Saturday, April 28, 2012, 6:00pm

Join musician, artist, and poet, Michael Heralda, by participating in a cultural interactive presentation titled “Aztec Stories.”

Through the mediums of music, narratives, poetry, and oral tradition storytelling, Michael brings the ancient world of the Mexica people to life from an indigenous perspective. Michael and his wife Sandy Heralda bring  over 35 hand-made indigenous instruments to demonstrate and share during a 45 minute presentation.  During this presentation you will gain insight into the ancient knowledge and wisdom that propelled a once migrating people to become one of the greatest societies on this continent.  Topics to be covered include:  the Nahuatl language, native ceremonies, traditions, foods, music, art, and philosophy.

Thank you for your concern for CHAC Member Stevon Lucero

Many of you have asked how Stevon Lucero is doing. Thank you for your concerns and well wishes. We are happy to report that the proceedure was successful and his doing quite well!