Opening: Luis Fuentes March 7, 2008

Artwork by Luis Fuentes will be on display at the Branigan Cultural Center in Las Cruces from March 7 29, 2008. A native of Peru, Fuentes mixed media show includes both still life compositions and landscapes. An opening reception will be held during the first Friday Ramble, from 5:00 to 7:00 pm, March 7th and the public is invited to attend.

Luis Fuentes was born in Arequipa, Peru in 1969. He studied at the prestigious Escuela de Bellas Artes "Carlos Baca Flor" de Arequipa (1987-1991), graduating with honors. He is widely recognized for his work, including First Place in the prestigious Peruvian National Watercolor Competition (1990). He was awarded a Diploma of Recognition in 1991 by the Peruvian National Cultural Institute for his contributions to the development of Peruvian art.

Fuentes has exhibited extensively in Peru, Colombia and Spain. His portfolio includes both watercolor and oils, in which he works with equal proficiency. His use of vibrant colors and subjects from his native land are stunning, dramatic and beautiful. His work is found in Art Galleries and private collections in the United States, Spain, Mexico, Guatemala, Colombia, Ecuador and Peru.

The Branigan Cultural Center is located at 501 N. Main Street on the north end of the downtown mall. The Center is open to the public Monday through Friday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Saturday from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. There is no charge and the facility is fully accessible for all audiences. For more information about the exhibition, contact the Branigan Cultural Center at 575-541-2154 or visit the Centers web site at http://museums.las-cruces.org

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