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Art and Culture in Maldonalo

Posted by Website Introductions: Just a few meters away from the cathedral in the main square of Maldonado town you will find and nbsp; an old school building which is considered to be part of the historical estate. This building houses the National Collection of Painting and Sculpture, a sight not to be missed. Read more: Art and Culture in Maldonalo [click]
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The House of Culture

Posted by Website Introductions: Italian immigrant Dr. Emilio Penza Spinell used to live in a more than a hundred-year-old estate that are now the House of Culture and the Art Museum of Durazno. Read more: The House of Culture [click]
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Torres-Garcia s Houston Collection

Posted by Website Introductions: Organized by Mari Carmen Ram rez, selection of key paintings by Joaqu n Torres-Garc a, an influential Latin American artist and theorist will be showcased at the Museum of Fine Arts, Houston on September 6 to November 29, 2009. Read more: Torres-Garcia's Houston Collection [click]
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Joaquin Torres Exhibition in Houston

Posted by Website Introductions: Joaqu n Torres-Garc a is now known today as one of the Latin America's most prolific artists who lived in the 20th century. Born in Uruguay, Garcia has come on to do exhibit with some of the world's greatest artists, including Picasso. Read more: Joaquin Torres Exhibition in Houston [click]
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Vilaro donates painting to NYC Fire Department

Posted by Website Introductions: It may not be known to a lot of people, but famed Uruguayan artist and sculptor Carlos Paez Vilaro actually donated to the New York City Fire Department an original work inspired by the 9/11 attacks. Read more: Vilaro donates painting to NYC Fire Department [click]
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Uruguay Poet Passed Away

Posted by Website Introductions: Mario Orlando Hamlet Hardy Brenno Benedetti one of the greatest poet of Uruguay passed away by the age of 88. In his writing career, he had published more than 80 books. Read more: Uruguay Poet Passed Away [click]
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Uruguayan Creativity

Posted by Website Introductions: Uruguay is a small country almost untouched by industrialization and commercialism but still it is a country filled with colorful culture, warm and hospitable people and genuine creativity. Read more: Uruguayan Creativity [click]
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Art Work at Cecilia de Torres LTD

Posted by Website Introductions: Different kind of art had been introduced by two South American artists in the being of Rafael Barradas and Torres-Garc and iacute;a. Read more: Art Work at Cecilia de Torres LTD [click]
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The Other side of Uruguay

Posted by Website Introductions: How many ways can you describe a particular place to a person who haven't seen it yet How can you recommend it without sounding like the place is like those popular travel destinations, New York or Brazil What else that to showcase the beauty of its scenic spots through a photo exhibit. A recent art exhibit featuring everything Uruguay is
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On Spotlight: Alfredo de la Mar

Posted by Website Introductions: Let's get to know a little more about Uruguayan artists. While not exactly the most well-known in their field globally, these artists have established a good reputation in the country. One of these respected artists is Alfredo de la Mar, who specializes in automotive art. Get to know a little more about him and his works here at DDavid.com
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Prehistoric Art Rock

Posted by Website Introductions: When paper was inexistent and people need to pour in their artistic ability probably as a hobby, they turned to the rocks as their medium, sculpting and putting in their designs to stay for eternity. A lot of these rocks sculpted with Indian designs were discovered in Uruguay, something that might be of interest to any artist or historian. See
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Diverse and Sinuous Art by Daniel Escard

Posted by Website Introductions: Daniel Escard is said to be the artist that combines asepsis and wonder in an exhibition in which he blend canvas and sculptures. He is an artist with roots in geometrical and constructivist traditions, and now developing a diverse and sinuous art style. Learn more on the link below. Now he have a new collection of majestic sculptures, massive
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Lighthouses on Frame

Posted by Website Introductions: Lighthouses have always been excellent sources of inspiration for the aspiring artist. Personally, they give me some sense of peace and safety with the world around me, like a guiding light during a dark night. If you hold lighthouses in the same light, then you might want to have one of these South American oil paintings of lighthouses in
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The Proud Cuban Culture

Posted by Website Introductions: Freedom from the tyranny and imperialism is very important to the history of any country. The preservation of their traditions and culture of a nation amidst the violently enforced influence of colonizers is something to be proud of. Cuba is one of these proud countries as they aim to preserve their people's culture by heading to most parts of
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Santa Ana College Features Latino Art in a Joint Exhibit

Posted by Website Introductions: Art is one of the ultimate form of expression. The creativity, perspectives, ideals and resourcefulness of an artist is shown through his art creations. Through art exhibits, a student's eye for art and appreciation is opened enabling them to learn and open their hearts and mind to a wider perspective of how to see the world and address global
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Exhibiting Uruguay s Art in D.C.

Posted by Website Introductions: Sal n de las Artes in located in the heart of Washington D.C., at the second floor of Embassy of Uruguay. It has an approximately 270 square meters, perfect for multi media art exhibitions, film projections and other cultural event. Evey month, they feature different art exhibition events on Uruguayan Art featuring different artist that attract a
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Who is Daniel Pontet

Posted by Website Introductions: Knowing a country does not end with knowing where in the world is a country placed or how is its economy functioning at the moment. To credibly claim that you genuinely know a country, you have to go deep into its culture, which includes its art history. You have to know who make up the foundations of Uruguay's artistic scene. One of them is
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Candombe and the Oppression

Posted by Website Introductions: "Black people" are still demanding equality against racial discrimination and oppression as of the present. Though international laws has been implemented against racial discrimination, there are still a vast majority and profound population of "white people" who still discriminates the blacks. This also occurs to even political refuge countries
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Uruguayan Artist

Posted by Website Introductions: A lawyer, writer, politician and painter are the known professions of Pedro Figari in his 77 years of living. He did not started painting in his early years bu he is best known as an early modernist painter and often emphasizes on every day aspects of life in his art pieces. He intended to elevate Uruguayan culture and help his viewers learn to
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Contemporary Classicism: The Majestic Art of Daniel Martinez Fuentes

Posted by Website Introductions: "Art is not what you see, but what you make others see." is a quotation by famous artist Edgar Degas which holds true about art. There are a number of contemporary artists involve with different art forms who encourage and enrich the minds of the public about art and appreciation. Daniel Martinez Fuentes, is one of these contemporary fine artists
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What is Candombe

Posted by Website Introductions: Candombe. Have you ever heard of this word If you are not Uruguayan, then you most probably haven't heard of it. Outisde the country it doesn't have much influence. But that is exactly the reason why this website is made up--to introduce Afro-Uruguayan rhythm to the rest of the world. For more information, just visit the website. Link:
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Art Exhibit

Posted by Website Introductions: This site contains catalog with photos of art materials from Uruguay. These beautiful paintings can be yours. Few of them are: Old Kiosk in Matriz Square (Montevideo - Uruguay Church of Colonia del Sacramento Street of the sighs in Colonia del Sacramento Old Street towards the Rio de la Plata Historic District in Colonia del
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