A New Westminster artist has a new show at Coquitlam’s Place des Arts.
Clarissa Argueta’s work is on display in the solo show Women in Colour, opening at the Mezzanine Gallery on Friday, Oct. 13 at 7 p.m.
The series of colourful acrylic portraits is inspired by Argueta’s ancestral heritage and is described as “a passionate expression of the relevance and magnificence of indigenous civilizations of the ancient Americas.”
“The portraits, both vibrant and serene, pay tribute to the beauty and strength of indigenous Latin American women, greatly admired and respected by the artist,” a press release says.
The works also showcase Argueta’s interest in the pre-Hispanic iconography found in ancient textiles of Mexico, Central America and South America. The portraits are painted with soft, supple brush strokes in a traditional style.
Argueta’s show is one of four opening at Place des Arts on Friday. Also opening are Evolution of Still Life in Spain, featuring acrylics by Pepe Hidaglo; From Within: Expressions in Stone, featuring stonework by Anthony Edwards; and the annual members’ exhibition by Photoclub Vancouver.
The four exhibitions run until Nov. 10. Place des Arts is at 1120 Brunette Ave., Coquitlam.
