Cuban artist Patricia Cadenas displays her whimsical living art created out of sea kelp during the New ARTist reception on April 6 at the Bell Arts Factory in Ventura. Amigos805 will be profiling Cadenas and other local Latino(a) artists in the months to come in our online and print editions. Photo by Frank X. Moraga / Amigos805
Works of artists Andrea Vargas, Jon Nelson, Pricisila Cisneros and Ryan Carr were showcased when the Bell Arts Factory presented “Ventura’s New ARTist City” on April 6 in Ventura.
On exhibit will be some of ventura’s best young artists Their vibrant art work is full of passion and emotion, the center reported.
First Friday’s goal is to promote the appreciation and sales of art in a relaxed, supportive and fun environment. Each month, visual fine art spaces in downtown and midtown Ventura offer a variety of special entertainment to compliment the collectible artworks on display. Demonstrations, lectures, music, and performance provide an opportunity for everyone to share in this unique Ventura cultural experience. Visit www.firstfridaysventura.com for more information.
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Artist Maribel Hernandez, left, shares a laugh with fellow art lovers during the New ARTist Reception held April 6 at the Bell Arts Factory in Ventura. Photo by Frank X. Moraga / Amigos805
Everardo Rivera, left of EOPS/CARE counselor at Oxnard College, and Oxnard College educator and Amigos805 contributor David Magallanes look over a petition during the New ARTist Reception held April 6 at the Bell Arts Factory in Ventura. Photo by Frank X. Moraga / Amigos805
Everardo Rivera, left of EOPS/CARE counselor at Oxnard College, and Oxnard College educator and Amigos805 contributor David Magallanes share a light-hearted moment during the New ARTist Reception held April 6 at the Bell Arts Factory in Ventura. Photo by Frank X. Moraga / Amigos805
