Art Opening and Reception for Marcos LaFarga March 2, 2012

Now that we are back on schedule with our once a month shows, we are featuring the talented street artist Marcos LaFarga. The show's opening will coincide with the release of the new series of painted city mailboxes in Oakland; of which, Marcos will be one of a couple different artists, headed by Eddie Colla, chosen to beautify the city wth his own particular kind of art.

"Born in 1978 in Antioch, California, Marcos LaFarga has been developing his true west design aesthetic right in the epicenter of California creativity. His pedigree is one that runs from the wall and the freight, to a BFA in 2006 from California College of the Arts. It is this diverse background that provides him with the depth to move and merge between otherwise separate visual languages. Marcos focuses his artistry on the intersection of three fundamentals of visual expression, graphic design, typography, and photo realistic renderings, all three which he seamlessly melds to create a united reflection of our contemporary life. With an abundant sense of color value and contrast, a sublime sense of humor, and a sensitivity for the balance our eyes naturally seek; Marcos is creating honest work that effortlessly represents contemporary design and composition. Marcos is always actively seeking that next unique challenge." (artist profile taken from Jeben Berg MarcosLafarga.com)

Our musical entertainment this evening will be provided by DJ Joey Alaniz