The Webber Gallery apresents “Mysteries of the Amazon: Visionary Artwork of Pablo Amaringo and His Students” Sept. 14-Oct. 20.
The exhibition is curated by Scott Olsen, Ph.D., and features 60 paintings by Peruvian artists from Olsen’s private collection. The large-scale, acrylic paintings depict plant and animal spirits that signify the visionary experiences of each artist during transformative and spiritual ceremonies.
An opening reception Thursday, Sept. 14, from 4-7 p.m. will feature a performance by sound healer René Jenkins and drummer Matthew Pallamary. There is no charge to attend the reception, exhibition and exhibition events.
Approximately 95 additional works by Amaringo and his students, also from Olsen’s collection, will be on display at the Appleton Museum of Art Sept. 22-Jan. 14, 2018.
Additional exhibition events at the Webber include:
Monday, Sept. 18, 12:30-1:45 p.m.
Musicians René Jenkins and Matthew Pallamary perform “Peruvian Art and Music: Sound Healing.”
Tuesday, Sept. 19, 5:30-7:30 p.m.
Nobel Prize nominee Mohamed El Naschie discusses “The Universe as a Golden Supercomputer.”
Sunday, Sept. 24, 2-4 p.m.
Musicians Tito La Rosa, Matthew Pallamary and Desert Marlin present a concert in sound healing.
Monday, Sept. 25, 12:30-1:45 p.m.
Musician Tito La Rosa presents a sound healing performance.
Monday, Oct. 9, 12:30-1:45 p.m.
A painting demonstration and performance of Peruvian music will feature Alfredo Zagaceta, Mauro Reategui, Mita Lozano, Jorge Ramirez and William Llerena.
Monday, Oct. 9, 5:30-7:30 p.m.
An artists reception will be followed by discussions on “Peruvian Visionary Artwork and Music,” featuring Alfredo Zagaceta, Mauro Reategui, Mita Lozano, Jorge Ramirez and William Llerena.