October Takes Off
In Albuquerque, October brings both relief and a sense of time speeding up. The relief comes with cooler weather and a renewed appreciation for our sunny days and clear blue skies. The acceleration begins as hot-air balloons fill the sky during the annual Balloon Fiesta, then quickly gains momentum as Halloween, Día de los Muertos, Election Day, Thanksgiving, Christmas, and the rest of the winter holidays rush by like a fast-forwarded parade. It’s only in January do we catch our breath and time slows down for a couple of months.
For artists, this whirlwind is amplified by a surge of art shows and commercial projects. With that said, I’m highlighting a couple of upcoming art events in hopes you can find time for them in your busy schedule.
PROTEST 2024!
Opening Reception Friday October 4, 2024 from 5–9pm
FUSION, 708 1st Street NW, Albuquerque
Featuring songs, poetry, performances, special one-night only exhibits
This show features 54 artists and over 90 works of art
Show dates: October 4, 2024 until December 1, 2024
Curated by Martin Terry, Martinart Studios
Open during campus events, on Fridays, 1–4pm, and by appointment, admin@fusionabq.org
CALIFORNIA: The Homeless State, mixed media on paper, 32 x 46 inches framed
The Albuquerque Pancakes & Booze Art Show
Saturday, October 19, 8pm–12am
700 1st Street Northwest Albuquerque
Come experience one of the largest pop-up art movements to hit North America over the past decade. Celebrating over 10 years of serving FREE PANCAKES and introducing you to some of the nation’s leading emerging artists.
Hexagram 43: Truth
acrylic on panel, 30×30 inches
Hexagram 44: Encounter
acrylic on panel, 30×30 inches
Hexagram 60: Restraint
acrylic on panel, 30×30 inches
With Love, Denise