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Exhibition Dates: October 18 - December 9, 2023
Gallery Hours: Wednesdays - Saturdays, 1 PM - 6 PM
[Closed on 11/10 & 11/11 for Veteran's Day, Closed 11/19 – 11/28 for Thanksgiving Break]
The Day of the Dead tradition holds a profound connection to our innate yearning for enduring bonds with our cherished ones, even when they've departed from this world. While we often associate this holiday with collective gatherings, it's equally important to appreciate the intimate, personal expressions of love during this shared festivity. Amidst the shared festivities observed by many, each individual forges their own distinct, deeply personal reconnections with their loved ones.
This showcase features artists from the Central Valley who were invited to interpret the title of the exhibition in any way: to craft representations of their loved ones, to create messages for them, or any combination of the two. While Dia de los Muertos is Latinx-based, this exhibition welcomes artwork that is reflective of multiple cultural and personal traditions.
Featured Artists:
Frank Ayala
Rafael Barajas
Kris Brooks
Abel Corchado
Lisa Gilliland-Viney
Richard Gomez
Jose A. Hernandez-Sanchez
Eddie O. Rodriguez
Salvador Rodriguez
Ruben A. Sanchez
Andrea Torres
Oscar Torres
Roger J. Wyan
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This showcase also features a special sneak peek:
In Fall 2024, La Galería will join other Merced galleries in exhibiting artwork from the collection of Mike “Surito” Echeverria, featuring art by leading figures in the Chicano Art Movement. Featured artists include Carlos Castro, Margaret Garcia, Roberto Gutierrez, Jose Lozano, Daniel Marquez, Gronk, and Richard Valdes.
Other works from this collection are currently exhibited in Afterlife: A World Without End at the UCM Art Gallery from October 16 - December 8, 2023.
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To RSVP for the Campus Reception on Wednesday, October 25, please click the image Reception Flyer below.
Community Ofrenda Exhibition:
Click here to view a map to view a map of other ofrendas hosted by departments across the UC Merced campus.
