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Alex Sánchez: Works from the Library's Permanent Art Collection

2025-01-24 09:30:00 2025-01-24 18:00:00 America/New_York Alex Sánchez: Works from the Library's Permanent Art Collection This exhibit features a curated selection of 18 of the 64 works of art by the library’s Permanent Art Collection Cuban-American artist Alex Sánchez who specializes in mixed-media. Enjoy viewing a combination of acrylic and collage pieces that capture viewers with vibrant colors and compelling imagery. Sánchez incorporates classic iconography of art history bringing them into a world of organic movement that seems to bleed from the canvas. For more information, contact 305-643-8574. All ages Hispanic Branch - Lobby Art Gallery

Friday, January 24
9:30am - 6:00pm

Add to Calendar 2025-01-24 09:30:00 2025-01-24 18:00:00 America/New_York Alex Sánchez: Works from the Library's Permanent Art Collection This exhibit features a curated selection of 18 of the 64 works of art by the library’s Permanent Art Collection Cuban-American artist Alex Sánchez who specializes in mixed-media. Enjoy viewing a combination of acrylic and collage pieces that capture viewers with vibrant colors and compelling imagery. Sánchez incorporates classic iconography of art history bringing them into a world of organic movement that seems to bleed from the canvas. For more information, contact 305-643-8574. All ages Hispanic Branch - Lobby Art Gallery

Hispanic Branch

Lobby Art Gallery

This exhibit features a curated selection of 18 of the 64 works of art by the library’s Permanent Art Collection Cuban-American artist Alex Sánchez who specializes in mixed-media. Enjoy viewing a combination of acrylic and collage pieces that capture viewers with vibrant colors and compelling imagery. Sánchez incorporates classic iconography of art history bringing them into a world of organic movement that seems to bleed from the canvas. For more information, contact 305-643-8574. All ages

This exhibit features a curated selection of 18 of the 64 works of art by the library’s Permanent Art Collection Cuban-American artist Alex Sánchez. Enjoy viewing a combination of acrylic and collage pieces that capture viewers with vibrant colors and compelling imagery. Sánchez incorporates classic iconography of art history from Vincent van Gogh, Tiziano Vecelli, Francis Bacon and Sandro Botticelli among others - bringing them into a world of organic movement that seems to bleed from the canvas. This interplay between the old and the new, the organic and the modern, the classic and the contemporary, serves to bring viewers into a world of contrast.

Alex Sánchez has had a passion for painting since he was four years old. At the age of 15, he held his first art showing with fellow well-known Cuban painters Wifredo Lam and Amelia Peláez, among others. During this time, he grew in popularity and was slowly recognized as an emerging artist in Cuba. At 16 years old, he settled in New York and began working for McCann Erickson, the largest advertising agency at the time. To improve his art skills, he also enrolled at the Pratt Institute. After a few years, his refined skills won him awards for his work as an illustrator, leading him to then become an art director and photographer, traveling throughout all five continents. After a very early retirement, Sánchez returned to the artistic world and fully dedicated himself to painting again. His works have been sold internationally for the last several years.

To enjoy more of Alex Sanchez's work, feel free to explore his digitized work in the Digital Collection

AGE GROUP: | All Ages |

EVENT TYPE: | Art Exhibition |

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Hispanic Branch

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Phone: 305-643-8574
Branch manager
Camilo Barrero

Hours
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Mon, Feb 02 9:30AM to 8:00PM
Tue, Feb 03 9:30AM to 8:00PM
Wed, Feb 04 9:30AM to 8:00PM
Thu, Feb 05 9:30AM to 8:00PM
Fri, Feb 06 9:30AM to 6:00PM
Sat, Feb 07 9:30AM to 6:00PM
Sun, Feb 08 Closed

Branch manager
Camilo Barrero
Address
1398 Southwest 1st Street
Miami, FL 33135
Tel: 305-643-8574

Upcoming events

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Wed, Feb 04, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Join us for an afternoon of creativity and friendship. Families will learn the basics of crochet while making new friends and enjoying engaging conversations. Each session will feature step-by-step guidance on crochet techniques, allowing everyone from beginners to more experienced crafters to participate. Materials will be provided. For more information, please contact the branch 305-643-8574 or barreroc@mdpls.org. All ages.

Thu, Feb 05, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Sharpen your skills by playing other fans of this classic game. For more information, please contact the library at 305-643-8575 or barreroc@mdpls.org. Ages 6 yrs.+

Sat, Feb 07, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Play and test your Mario Kart skills on the Nintendo Switch™. Whether your goal is becoming a great player or you just want to play and learn, we invite you to join us! All skill levels welcome. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-643-8574 or barreroc@mdpls.org. Ages 6 yrs.+

Tue, Feb 10, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Meeting Room A
Join our monthly book discussion group to read and discuss both fiction and non-fiction works in English. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-643-8574 or nonesl@mdpls.org. Ages 19 yrs.+

Tue, Feb 10, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Join us for a fun and creative children's Valentine's Day painting activity! Kids will explore abstract art by creating colorful heart-shaped illustrations using vibrant paints. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-643-8574 or barreroc@mdpls.org. Ages 5-12 yrs.

Wed, Feb 11, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Join us for an afternoon of creativity and friendship. Families will learn the basics of crochet while making new friends and enjoying engaging conversations. Each session will feature step-by-step guidance on crochet techniques, allowing everyone from beginners to more experienced crafters to participate. Materials will be provided. For more information, please contact the branch 305-643-8574 or barreroc@mdpls.org. All ages.

Thu, Feb 12, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Sharpen your skills by playing other fans of this classic game. For more information, please contact the library at 305-643-8575 or barreroc@mdpls.org. Ages 6 yrs.+

Sat, Feb 14, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Play and test your Mario Kart skills on the Nintendo Switch™. Whether your goal is becoming a great player or you just want to play and learn, we invite you to join us! All skill levels welcome. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-643-8574 or barreroc@mdpls.org. Ages 6 yrs.+

Wed, Feb 18, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Join us for an afternoon of creativity and friendship. Families will learn the basics of crochet while making new friends and enjoying engaging conversations. Each session will feature step-by-step guidance on crochet techniques, allowing everyone from beginners to more experienced crafters to participate. Materials will be provided. For more information, please contact the branch 305-643-8574 or barreroc@mdpls.org. All ages.

Thu, Feb 19, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Sharpen your skills by playing other fans of this classic game. For more information, please contact the library at 305-643-8575 or barreroc@mdpls.org. Ages 6 yrs.+

Sat, Feb 21, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Play and test your Mario Kart skills on the Nintendo Switch™. Whether your goal is becoming a great player or you just want to play and learn, we invite you to join us! All skill levels welcome. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-643-8574 or barreroc@mdpls.org. Ages 6 yrs.+

Sat, Feb 21, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Participants learn how to use computers, navigate the internet safely, and get a gentle introduction to coding in a welcoming and inclusive space. The program supports intergenerational learning, often encouraging kids and seniors to participate together. For more information, please contact the branch 305-643-8574 or barreroc@mdpls.org. Ages 55 yrs.+

Wed, Feb 25, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Join us for an afternoon of creativity and friendship. Families will learn the basics of crochet while making new friends and enjoying engaging conversations. Each session will feature step-by-step guidance on crochet techniques, allowing everyone from beginners to more experienced crafters to participate. Materials will be provided. For more information, please contact the branch 305-643-8574 or barreroc@mdpls.org. All ages.

Thu, Feb 26, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Sharpen your skills by playing other fans of this classic game. For more information, please contact the library at 305-643-8575 or barreroc@mdpls.org. Ages 6 yrs.+

Sat, Feb 28, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Play and test your Mario Kart skills on the Nintendo Switch™. Whether your goal is becoming a great player or you just want to play and learn, we invite you to join us! All skill levels welcome. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-643-8574 or barreroc@mdpls.org. Ages 6 yrs.+

Sat, Feb 28, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room A
Learn how to build Pokémon teams and battle with friends in a Pokémon Showdown! Test your knowledge in trivia for a chance to win prizes, and celebrate your passion for the world's biggest gaming franchise. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-643-8574 or barreroc@mdpls.org. Ages 6-18 yrs.

Wed, Mar 04, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Join us for an afternoon of creativity and friendship. Families will learn the basics of crochet while making new friends and enjoying engaging conversations. Each session will feature step-by-step guidance on crochet techniques, allowing everyone from beginners to more experienced crafters to participate. Materials will be provided. For more information, please contact the branch 305-643-8574 or barreroc@mdpls.org. All ages.

Thu, Mar 05, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Sharpen your skills by playing other fans of this classic game. For more information, please contact the library at 305-643-8575 or barreroc@mdpls.org. Ages 6 yrs.+

Sat, Mar 07, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Play and test your Mario Kart skills on the Nintendo Switch™. Whether your goal is becoming a great player or you just want to play and learn, we invite you to join us! All skill levels welcome. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-643-8574 or barreroc@mdpls.org. Ages 6 yrs.+

Tue, Mar 10, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Meeting Room A
Join our monthly book discussion group to read and discuss both fiction and non-fiction works in English. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-643-8574 or nonesl@mdpls.org. Ages 19 yrs.+

Tue, Mar 10, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Meeting Room A
Take part in a Mario Kart Tournament and trivia to celebrate Mr. Video Game himself, Mario! For more information, please contact us at (305) 643-8574 or at barreroc@mdpls.org. All ages.

Wed, Mar 11, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Join us for an afternoon of creativity and friendship. Families will learn the basics of crochet while making new friends and enjoying engaging conversations. Each session will feature step-by-step guidance on crochet techniques, allowing everyone from beginners to more experienced crafters to participate. Materials will be provided. For more information, please contact the branch 305-643-8574 or barreroc@mdpls.org. All ages.

Thu, Mar 12, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Sharpen your skills by playing other fans of this classic game. For more information, please contact the library at 305-643-8575 or barreroc@mdpls.org. Ages 6 yrs.+

Sat, Mar 14, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Play and test your Mario Kart skills on the Nintendo Switch™. Whether your goal is becoming a great player or you just want to play and learn, we invite you to join us! All skill levels welcome. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-643-8574 or barreroc@mdpls.org. Ages 6 yrs.+

Tue, Mar 17, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Celebrate the luck of the Irish with a fun and colorful St. Patrick's Day Clover Art Craft! Children will create their own shamrock using buttons, strings, split peas, paper and more. Materials will be provided. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-643-8574 or barreroc@mdpls.org. Ages 5-12 yrs.

Wed, Mar 18, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Join us for an afternoon of creativity and friendship. Families will learn the basics of crochet while making new friends and enjoying engaging conversations. Each session will feature step-by-step guidance on crochet techniques, allowing everyone from beginners to more experienced crafters to participate. Materials will be provided. For more information, please contact the branch 305-643-8574 or barreroc@mdpls.org. All ages.

Thu, Mar 19, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Sharpen your skills by playing other fans of this classic game. For more information, please contact the library at 305-643-8575 or barreroc@mdpls.org. Ages 6 yrs.+

Sat, Mar 21, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Play and test your Mario Kart skills on the Nintendo Switch™. Whether your goal is becoming a great player or you just want to play and learn, we invite you to join us! All skill levels welcome. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-643-8574 or barreroc@mdpls.org. Ages 6 yrs.+

Wed, Mar 25, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Join us for an afternoon of creativity and friendship. Families will learn the basics of crochet while making new friends and enjoying engaging conversations. Each session will feature step-by-step guidance on crochet techniques, allowing everyone from beginners to more experienced crafters to participate. Materials will be provided. For more information, please contact the branch 305-643-8574 or barreroc@mdpls.org. All ages.

Thu, Mar 26, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Sharpen your skills by playing other fans of this classic game. For more information, please contact the library at 305-643-8575 or barreroc@mdpls.org. Ages 6 yrs.+

Sat, Mar 28, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Play and test your Mario Kart skills on the Nintendo Switch™. Whether your goal is becoming a great player or you just want to play and learn, we invite you to join us! All skill levels welcome. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-643-8574 or barreroc@mdpls.org. Ages 6 yrs.+

Wed, Apr 01, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Join us for an afternoon of creativity and friendship. Families will learn the basics of crochet while making new friends and enjoying engaging conversations. Each session will feature step-by-step guidance on crochet techniques, allowing everyone from beginners to more experienced crafters to participate. Materials will be provided. For more information, please contact the branch 305-643-8574 or barreroc@mdpls.org. All ages.

Thu, Apr 02, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Sharpen your skills by playing other fans of this classic game. For more information, please contact the library at 305-643-8575 or barreroc@mdpls.org. Ages 6 yrs.+

Thu, Apr 02, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Celebrate autism awareness with a fun and colorful children's suncatcher craft! Children will create their own beautiful suncatchers using bright materials while learning about kindness, acceptance, and understanding. Materials will be provided. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-643-8574 or email barreroc@mdpls.org. Ages 5-12 yrs.