Alebrijes at SJZ Break Room - San Jose Jazz

Alebrijes at SJZ Break Room

Free Exhibition
Sat, Nov 15
5:30pm showtime (Pacific)
Free Admission / SJZ Break Room
FREE ADMISSION
This weekend only, “Pedrito the Giant Boy" and other Alebrije figures will be on display at the SJZ Break Room for a special exhibition. Created by artist Fernando Escártiz, whose works were stolen from the Break Room’s exterior on Haloween night, Pedrito symbolizes children who have died too soon and those whose joy has been stolen by war. This exclusive exhibition is free and open for public viewing on November 14–15, 5:30–7:30pm. Drop in to the venue to view the sculptures during those hours, or buy a ticket to one of events later those evenings, vocalist Allan Harris on Friday, November 14 at 8pm and Alex Hahn on Saturday, November 15 at 8pm
 
The exhibition is free, but we hope you'll consider a donation to allow SJZ to commission a beautiful new piece by Fernando Escartiz that can live permanently and safely on public display at the San Jose Jazz Break Room. We believe that shared experiences of music, art, and beauty are essential to a healthy community and we will continue to do what we can to build those experiences. We hope you will join us.
 
 
About the Artist

Fernando Escartiz is a talented artist who draws inspiration from his experiences and love for Mexican culture. He has been profoundly influenced by his good friend, the late Mexican sculptor Fernando Pereznieto. Fernando works in various media including paint and sculpture. He has created large installations that reflect his obsessions, such as traveling and observing the world around him. According to Fernando, traveling exposes him to new textures, colors, forms and emotions, which he later incorporates into his paintings and sculptures. About ten years ago, Fernando founded Escartiz Studio, which relies heavily on the collective contributions of artists, volunteers and friends. Their public work is an integral part of the studio's success, which has been serving the community for many years.

Genres

Alebrijes, Visual Art

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