20th annual SUPERHERO Contest and Exhibit May 14, 2011

Centro Cultural Aztlan is hosting our 20TH 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.

In addition to the Superheroes contest, this year we have a very special group presentation:
Take A Walk in My Shoes: A Collaborative Performance featuring Visual Art and Theatrical Performance
This 2011 Step Up for Arts Education Award winning collaboration was inspired by art and theatre students at Brandeis High school and what happened when they received a pair of random shoes. This show symbolizes the diverse cultures and perspectives of our community and the powerful voice of theatre and art collaborations. This joint presentation allows the viewer to experience the students as they perform their original works and examine the expressive companion artwork inspired by the piece.

We will also feature new works by MOSAIC students. MOSAIC (Mosaic Of Student Artists In Community) is a free after-school program for high school youth conducted by Alex Rubio at the Blue Star’s Education Facility. The MOSAIC studio experience exposes students to drawing, painting and other fundamental visual art techniques and it culminates in the creation of mosaic tile art.

Opening reception will be Saturday May 14th from 12-3pm with an Award ceremony.
Exhibit runs through May 31st, 2011.

For more information please call Ruth Guajardo at 210-432-1896.

Official Website: http://www.centroculturalaztlan.50megs.com/