In May we announced the “Romana in Colors” painting course, but now having received so many applicants from overseas, Carmen Sone the Casa de Campo villa owner organizing the event has re-structured the activity slightly to be a “painting and cultural workshop” which will now run from the 7th to the 10th of August.
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Save the date! Fernando Varela invites you to a Summer Cocktail – August 8th
Distinguished artist and Casa de Campo villa owner, Fernando Varela invites you to a “Summer Cocktail” from 6pm on Thursday August 8th, to be held at his new art space located on the Calle Barlovento in the Marina Casa de Campo.
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An interview with Fernando Tamburini, a refreshingly different Dominican artist
Loved for his abstract and colorful representations of Dominican culture and lifestyle, Tamburini’s art characteristically features scenes with bright, vivid colours and surreal symbols, such as the house- symbolizing security and femininity, and roses- representing purity and wholesomeness. “In my paintings I talk about life” explains Tamburini. And Tamburini is about to open a new […]
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Famous visual artist Kehinde Wiley visits Altos de Chavón School of Art and Design
Two weeks before the close of classes, at the Altos de Chavón School of Art and Design, they had a very special visit. It was the famous American artist Kehinde Wiley, who having heard about Chavón’s school decided to visit them for a full day! Kehinde Wiley is an extraordinary painter currently very important on the […]
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The incredible story of sculptor Mark Lineweaver
The artist Mark Lineweaver, who is also a teacher at the Altos de Chavón School of Art and Design has 19 years teaching sculpture, drawing and 3 dimensional design to the students. Mark, who considers himself as a sculptor, who delves into painting, here he shares with us his story as an artist and his experiences […]
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Get creative in Casa de Campo! “Romana in Colors” 2-day painting course August 8th – 9th
This summer why not try something a little different!? “Romana in Colors” is a 2-day painting course with recognized artist Jane Slivka, which is suitable for complete beginners to more advanced painters – and is taking place right here in the Casa de Campo resort! The 2-day workshop which will be held in Casa de Campo villa […]
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Great legs! Our contribution to Art Chavón 2013
Look at my legs!! Don’t you think they’re beautiful? These legs really our mine – Philip Silvestri and I bought them at the Art Chavón 2013 exhibit of student work currently on display at The Gallery in Altos de Chavón – and many other Casa de Campo villa owners have purchased pieces too! In fact, […]
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Art Chavón 2013: An inspiring hands-on demonstration of sculpture by Mark Lineweaver!
On Friday the 8th of March at The Gallery in Altos de Chavón, the final component of Art Chavón 2013, a fundraising event for the Altos de Chavón School of Art and Design, was a talk by Mark Lineweaver on Scuplture – and it was awesome!
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Altos de Chavón graduate, Iván Ramón to open first exhibition in the U.S – by Stephen Kaplan
On May 3,2013 Iván Ramón, Altos de Chavon School of Art and Design graduate 2011,will have his first exhibition in the U.S. at the RIO Gallery in Riverside NY. In celebration, we bring you this article prepared by Stephen Kaplan, Rector of the Altos de Chavón School of Art and Design.
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Raúl Miyar leads a talk on Contemporary Art as part of Art Chavón 2013
I think all the students, graduates and friends can agree that to describe Raúl Miyar -Director of the Fine Arts Department at The Altos de Chavón School of Art and Design – with words is just not enough to explain the lessons, passion and love that we have received from him everyday for the past 13 years since […]
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Art Chavón 2013: a Gala Night at the Altos de Chavón Gallery by Stephen Kaplan
March 6th 2013, a Wednesday night, and at 5:00 PM The Gallery at Altos de Chavón was gleaming with light and life, with art and music. This was the first fundraiser for the Altos de Chavón Cultural Center Foundation at the handsome Chavón Gallery. It was also a welcome opportunity to see and buy the […]