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  Mary Kargl Lecture Series: The Arts of Devotion in Spain and Latin America by Marcus Burke, Senior Curator, The Hispanic Society of America 5/19 3:00PM

   

  Spanish art scholar and Senior Curator, Marcus Burke, will be discussing the importance of reformed Roman Catholic culture in Golden Age Spanish and colonial Latin American art. Known for bringing "the Hispanic Society to the attention of a much wider audience," Burke earned his Ph.D. from New York University Institute for the Fine Arts, and has since then taught various art classes as well as working as the Senior Curator of paintings at the Hispanic Society of America. The lecture will be free with museum admission. So go, take an hour of your Sunday afternoon, and submerge yourself in Burke's credible words.

  Place: San Antonio Museum of Art

  Category: Curator/Docent, Art, Museum
   

   
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  Chris Larson: Deep North 5/19 12:00PM

   

  By building a small house, drenching it in water, and allowed icicles to form, Larson's recreation of a severe ice storm depicts frozen beauty and nature's destructive ways.

  Place: McNay Art Museum

  Category: Art, Exhibits
   

   
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  Content Under Pressure 5/19 12:00PM

   

  Twelve-ounce prophets from across the country descend on San Pedro this week for SA’s youngest aerosol art festival. After a successful inaugural edition in 2012, “Content Under Pressure” returns with 35 of the nation’s freshest graffiti artists and muralists including Chicago’s Debise CT and Bekit from New York City. Things kick off on Friday night with a gallery reception and artist meet and greet. Saturday includes a b-boy expo, artist panel, and performances by local hip-hop veterans Chisme and OBX. Live murals will be painted onsite by the FX Crew, I Wuz Here (CBS), IWS, Few and Far, and 4 Burners. Fans of the four elements should have plenty to rejoice in and enough vibrant street art to tide them over until Clogged Caps comes along.

  Place: Paint Yard Gallery

  Category: Visual art, Exhibits, Painting, Art
   

   
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  Exhibition Performance: Man-Made Man 5/19 2:00PM

   

  SpareWorks.dance company responds to the installation of The Human Face and Form with a medley of stories and images. Choreographer Amber Ortega-Perez and fellow dancers mine the poses and gestures of McNay sculpture and celebrate the human form through modern dance.

  Place: McNay Art Museum

  Category: Art, Exhibits, Dance, Performance, Modern
   

   
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  Tour of Real/ Surreal 5/19 3:00PM

   

  Free final tour of the McNay's current feature exhibition.

  Place: McNay Art Museum

  Category: Art, Exhibits
   

   
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  You(th)Pace Teen Art Council 5/21 5:00PM

   

  Artpace's You(th)Pace Teen Art Council encourages teens across Bexar County to explore the San Antonio art scene; work with artists; create art activities; and design their own collaborative program, exhibition, or project for the public. On Tuesday, the fifteen high-school students from 11 area schools present the culmination of the two semester-long program, a group show exploring themes of discovery and loss.

  Place: Artpace

  Category: Visual art, Exhibits, Art opening, Art
   

   
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  Lewis Smith 5/23 6:00PM

   

  The opening for Lewis Smith's 'Cardinal Vista' exhibit will feature a vino reception and an art talk with DJ JJ playing live music. The exhibit runs from May 23rd till June 1st.

  Place: AnArte Gallery

  Category: Art, Exhibits
   

   
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  Contemporary Crash Course: Conversation with John Fraser 5/23 6:30PM

   

  Place: McNay Art Museum

  Category: Talks plus, Art, Exhibits
   

   
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  Jugando a la Guerrita: Drawings and Prints by Fernando Andrade 5/23 6:00PM

   

  Fernando Andrade's childhood memories of violence and cartels in Mexico is reflected in his latest pieces.

  Place: Hausmann Millworks

  Category: Art, Exhibits
   

   
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  RAW San Antonio: "Expressions" 5/24 8:00PM

   

  The local chapter of RAW Natural Born Artists showcases visual art by Christina Barboza, daphid art, Mzroyalec, Larry Castilleja, Prerna Suyal, James Seufert, Justin, Mind Potency, Violet Serpentine, Dani Cruz, Jordan Nerison, Rock SALT, Shellee Laurent, Megan Solis, and Jacinda Jackson; photography by John.John, Taj Marie, Gregory Stack, Collette Orquiz, B. Alvidrez, Katie Red, Vispanius, Sherrie Scherer, PaperMoon, Don Walthrop, and Roland; fashion design by O.M. by Ecaterina Pharrez and Monster Con; film by Jack Webb; performing art by Mary Annette and Aliska Wolfbane; makeup artistry by Beautiful Creatures, Dominique, and Lisa Boston; and live music by Christina Murphy, Nevermind, and The Black Market Club. Joshua Cabaza emcees the show set to beats by DJ Cogswell.

  Place: Backstage Live

  Category: Visual art, Exhibits, Art opening, Art
   

   
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  A Salute to the Military 5/25 11:00AM

   

  Come celebrate Memorial Day at the Institute of Texan Cultures and discover the historic role of Texans in the American military! Travel back in time and visit the Frontier Fort, engage in marching drills, observe historic firearm demonstrations, explore tactical vehicles, and interact with Texas soldiers from the American Revolution, Texas Revolution, American Civil War, Spanish American War, World War I, World War II, Vietnam, Desert Storm, and Afghanistan. This event is an overview of the role of Texans in major American conflicts throughout time. The Institute of Texan Cultures will be partnering with the Lone Star Heritage Association and retired military personnel to bring you an exciting event! For additional information, call (210) 458-2300 or visit TexanCultures.com

  Place: Institute of Texan Cultures

  Category: Visual art, Exhibits, Antiques/Historical, Special events, Gui, Art
   

   
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  Superhero Contest 5/25 12:00PM

   

  Centro Cultural Aztlan is hosting our 22nd Annual SUPERHERO contest and exhibit.  This exhibit is open to any students 6 to 18 years of age.  We ask students to identify a positive role model in their lives and create a drawing, illustration, painting, or sculpture of their Superhero.  The key word and subject of this contest is “Super Heroes”, who the students consider as positive role models in their school, community, or home.  Special attention will be to creativity and originality on the subject.  Artwork is open to any media.   Prizes will be awarded at different categories and grades.   Special reception will be Saturday May 18th, 2013 from 12-3pm with an Award ceremony and entertainment.

  Place: Centro Cultural Aztlan

  Category: Visual art, Exhibits, Art opening, Drawings
   

   
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  Joe Raymond Vega: "Obsession: The Kiss" 5/25 8:00PM

   

  Hello Studio hosts a screening of two videos written, recorded, and produced by Joe Raymond Vega, formerly of the band Xry. Exploring gender roles and sexuality, Vega's works speak to "those who indulge and are not afraid … everyone who has had to deal with racial or ethnic cruelty … straight, gay, and lesbian … outcasts of American society."

  Place: Hello Studio

  Category: Visual art, Exhibits, Art opening, Art, Video
   

   
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  Family Art Play: Ooey Gooey Pictures 5/26 1:00PM

   

  Come dressed for a mess and experience Vik Muniz’s curious photographs made with edible ingredients like marinara sauce and chocolate syrup. You and a child can create food-based compositions with photographer Mari Hernandez. McNay members can reserve a space by calling 210.805.1768 by noon Friday before the program. Nonmembers can pick up remaining passes the day of. All family programs are free with museum admission.

  Place: McNay Art Museum

  Category: Visual art, Exhibits, Crafts, Kids, Art
   

   
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  Fiesta, Fête Film: Flamenco 5/26 2:00PM

   

  This documentary directed by Carlos Saura traces the roots and rhythms of flamenco performance including singing, dancing, and guitar playing.  

  Place: McNay Art Museum

  Category: Art, Exhibits, Video, Exhibits (History)
   

   
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  Visual Art in Post-Revolutionary Iran by Sussan Siavoshi 5/28 6:30PM

   

  Born in Tehran, Iran, Sussan Siavoshi received her Ph.D. from Ohio State University. Having taught at many San Antonio universities such as UTSA and St. Mary's University, she is currently the Cox Chapman Professor of International Relations and Chair of the Political Science Department at Trinity University. Siavoshi has authored many published works including a book on "Liberal Nationalism in Iran: the Defeat of a Movement," as well as having served on various committees such as: the Faculty Senate, the University Curriculum Council, the Promotion and Tenure Commission and the "Difficult Dialogue" founding group. Her expertise on the Middle East's, particularly Iran's, government systems is sure to make for a very interesting and enlightening address.

  Place: San Antonio Museum of Art

  Category: Talks plus, Lecture, Art, Exhibits, Museum
   

   
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  PechaKucha vol.10 5/28 6:30PM

   

  PechaKucha, a concept created by Tokyo-based architects Astrid Klein and Mark Dytham as a platform for young designers to share their work in a “20x20” format (20 images are shown and explained for 20 seconds each), turns 10 years old this month and celebrates the occasion as a thriving global network made up of 600 cities including San Antonio. The tenth installment to be hosted by the local chapter (organized by the Architecture Foundation of San Antonio) with presentations from Killis Almond FAIA (architect), Diego Bernal (City Councilman-musician), Ernest Gonzales (musician), Josh Levine (entrepreneur), Miss Anastasia (storyteller), George Schroeder (steel artist), Kathleen Trenchard (paper artist), Mark & Angela Walley (filmmakers). There will be free parking in nearby city lots.  

  Place: Texas A&M- San Antonio Casa Rosa

  Category: Visual art, Exhibits, Multimedia, Art
   

   
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  Exhibition Film: The Swimmer 5/30 6:30PM

   

  Based on the short story by John Cheever, Ned Merrill (Burt Lancaster) swims his way home from private backyard swimming pools in the suburbs to a crowded public pool, encountering love, power, despair, and ruin in the process. USA. 1968. English, 95 min., color. Not rated. © Sony Pictures.This summer Get Reel features French and American takes on summer love, loss, and adventure. Wine reception at 6:00 pm.

  Place: McNay Art Museum

  Category: Art, Exhibits, Video
   

   
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  Fiesta, Fête Film: Dangerous Beauty 6/2 2:00PM

   

  Loosely based on the life of Italian poet and courtesan Veronica Franco, Dangerous Beauty documents Franco's rise to fame and her charges for witchcraft.

  Place: McNay Art Museum

  Category: Art, Exhibits, Video, Film
   

   
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  "Texas Tough" 6/6 6:00PM

   

  Blue Starʼs first all-female exhibition since 2008's "Arte Latina: ROAR," "Texas Tough" represents multiple disciplines in four distinct shows: Sharon Kopriva: "From Terra to Verde," Sherry Owens: "Origins," Amita Bhatt: "Depends Who You Ask," and Jill Bedgood: "Book of Hours: Intervention." "Texas Tough" was made possible by an NEA grant and the support of DCCD.

  Place: Blue Star Contemporary Art Museum

  Category: Visual art, Exhibits, Multimedia, Art
   

   
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  Exhibition Performance: Rockwell Sings America 6/6 6:30PM

   

  Celebrate Rockwell's legacy with food, cocktails, and music! Organized by the Norman Rockwell musuem, the exhibition presents rarely seen aspects of Rockwell's creative process and unveils over 250 paintings, magazine covers, tear sheets, and prints.

  Place: McNay Art Museum

  Category: Art, Exhibits
   

   
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  Jung-hee Mun 6/8 7:00PM

   

  Place: 3rd Space Art Gallery

  Category: Visual art, Exhibits, Art opening, Art
   

   
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  Nick Verreos Fashion Event 6/8 2:00PM

   

  Former Project Runway contestant TV Guide Network red carpet host Nick Verreos presents his NV Nick Verreos Spring 2013 collection with a fun-filled fashion event at Dillard’s. Inspired by the Amalfi Coast, the collection is filled with bright pops of color and graphic prints and showcases the designer's signature draping style.  

  Place: Dillard’s (North Star Mall)

  Category: Visual art, Fashion, Special events, Shopping, Art
   

   
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  Munch: Munch 150 6/27 7:30PM

   

  Known for painting “The Scream” – which recently set a public art auction record of $120 million for one of the four paintings – Munch’s exhibition has been hailed a "once-in-a-lifetime show." Hosted by the National Museum and the Munch Museum, both in Oslo, Norway, the event will feature the most ambitious presentation of Munch’s art ever featuring 220 paintings – the greatest number of Munch’s key works ever. The cinema event will take audiences through the process of putting the exhibition together as well as an in-depth biography of the man who lived from the mid-19th century through to the German occupation of Norway in World War II.

  Place: AMC Huebner Oaks 24, Cinemark McCreless Market

  Category: Film, Art/Experimental, Visual art, Art
   

   
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  David Alcantar 7/13 7:00PM

   

  Place: 3rd Space Art Gallery

  Category: Visual art, Exhibits, Art opening, Art
   

   
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  Jenelle Esparza 8/10 7:00PM

   

  Place: 3rd Space Art Gallery

  Category: Visual art, Exhibits, Art opening, Art
   

   
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  Ray Mata 9/14 7:00PM

   

  Place: 3rd Space Art Gallery

  Category: Visual art, Exhibits, Art opening, Art
   

   
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  Vermeer and Music: The Art of Love and Leisure 10/10 7:30PM

   

  The final exhibition in the "Exhibition" series, “Vermeer and Music: The Art of Love and Leisure,” features the works of Vermeer who is most popularly known as the painter of the “Girl with a Pearl Earring.” The National Gallery, London focuses on his art in relation to music in this particular exhibition. Music was one of the most popular themes of Dutch painting and revealed an enormous amount about the portrait model and the society. The event tells the entire story of Vermeer's life and, in doing so, shows in detail many of the artist's great works including how his technique and materials affected his works.

  Place: AMC Huebner Oaks 24, Cinemark McCreless Market

  Category: Film, Art/Experimental, Visual art, Art
   

   
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  Judith Cottrell 10/12 7:00PM

   

  Place: 3rd Space Art Gallery

  Category: Visual art, Exhibits, Art opening, Art
   

   
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  Adriana Gallego 11/9 7:00PM

   

  Place: 3rd Space Art Gallery

  Category: Visual art, Exhibits, Art opening, Art
   

   

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  Blue Star Contemporary Art Museum

  Category: Museum, Art, Club, Gallery
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  East Austin Studio Tour

  This venue is one of many studios participating in the East Austin Studio Tour. Visit eastaustinstudiotour.com for a complete list.

  Category: Art, Gallery, Music, Ethnic/World, Ska
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  La Casita de David Shelton

  Category: Art, Exhibits, Other venues, Music, Ethnic/World, Ska
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  Oklahoma City Museum of Art

  Category: Museum, Art, Music, Ethnic/World, Ska
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  Texas A&M- San Antonio Casa Rosa

  Category: Museum, Art

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