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“Arte Muerte” is CISA Gallery’s annual Day of the Dead altar exhibition. The exhibit will run from October 22, 2010 through November 5, 2010 with a festive reception on Tuesday, November 2, 2010, Starting at 7 p.m. We are currently seeking artists, entertainment, and sponsors.
Location: CISA Gallery/ Studio, LLC.
Address: 6725 Kennedy Ave., Hammond, IN
Phone: 219.803.7095
IMPORTANT DATES
October 1st: Deadline for submissions
October 8th: Artist / Altar assignments
October 18th: Begin Installation
October 21st: Installation Deadline
October 22nd: Opening (light beverages & snacks)
November 2nd: "Arte Muerte" Reception! (Traditional Food, Refreshments, Music, Art and Dance).
We are looking for for artists to install traditional altars as well as contemporary visions of honoring our deceased ones. Our deadline for submissions is Friday, October 1st, 2010.
We are looking for entertainment to provide a festive atmosphere during the November 2nd reception. We are open to ideas and welcome contemporary approaches in honoring this day.
We recognize the economy has limited the dollar amount many can use to sponsor. Our objective is to include as many as we can in the art of making a successful reception. Sponsorship is available in many ways. In the past sponsors have: contributed to our huge banquet that’s free to the public, sponsored individual artists with monetary contributions, and larger businesses have purchased wall space for their business logo. If you are interested, please contact CISA Studio with the contact information provided in the press release.
About the Day of the Dead (Dia De Los Muertos)
The celebration occurs on November 2 in connection with the Catholic holidays of All Saints’ Day (November 1) and All Soul’s Day (November 2). Although the date was set by Pope Urban II in 1095, the celebration dates back to pre-hispanic Mexico. The holiday focuses on gatherings of family and friends to pray for and remember friends and family members who have died. Traditions connected with the holiday include building private altars honoring the deceased using sugar skulls, marigolds, and the favorite foods and beverages of the departed and visiting graves with these as gifts. Due to occurring shortly after Halloween, the Day of the Dead is sometimes thought to be a similar holiday, although the two actually have little in common. The Day of the Dead is a time of celebration, where partying is common.
About CISA Gallery:
CISA Gallery opened its door in February 2007. CISA Gallery is an extension of CISA Studio, a Creative Art Services company. CISA Gallery objectives include:
Providing a platform for emerging & established artists to showcase their work
Expanding the local network of artists
Showcasing new perspectives and ideas in art
Play an integral role in establishing a vibrant art community in the Tri-City area.
