'When the Green Doesn't Mix…' Reception & Art in the Gallery August 14, 2008

IN THE GALLERY
Opening Reception: Friday, August 15, at 6:30 p.m.
On Display: August 13 through September 27
Free admission.

Featuring the works of Carmem Gusmao. Carmem Gusmao was born in Brazil and grew up in Amazonia, in the heart of the rain forest. Her richly colored, soulful paintings reflect a passion for the culture, rituals and symbols of the Amazonia Mother Earth. Her work is also influenced by the likes of Jung, Baudelaire, Zola, Nietzsche and Kafka.

Art Gallery Information:
The Gallery is in the east wing of the Sunrise Civic Center, located at 10610 West Oakland Park Boulevarde, Sunrise, FL 33351. The Civic Center is on the south side of Oakland Park Boulevarde, just west of Nob Hill Road and behind the Dan Pearl Library.

The Gallery showcases traveling exhibits, as well as the work of area artists. To celebrate new openings, the Gallery hosts receptions that introduce Sunrise residents to the talented people behind the artwork. Admission to exhibits and receptions is free.

The Gallery is open Tuesday, Friday and Saturday from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.; and Wednesday and Thursday from 12:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. For more information, please call (954) 747-4641.

The Art of Carmem Gusmao - This is the online home of the Brazilian Artist Carmem Gusmao! Here, you'll meet her artwork: intense oil paintings, unique ceramics! Thank you! http://www.carmemgusmao.com/

Official Website: http://www.sunrisefl.gov/2civiccc_art.html