Art
Spring Arts Must-Sees in NYC
Text: Julie Schwietert Collazo Photos & Video: Francisco Collazo ** Daffodils and crocus and hyacinth are finally struggling through winter-hardened soil and while I can’t say that spring is literally in the air–unfortunately, that’s not true just yet– the hint of flowers isn’t the only sign that we are finally reaching the last gasp of … Continue reading
Now on Exhibit: Contemporary Cuban Art in New York
Text: Julie Schwietert Collazo Photos: Francisco Collazo ** New York has long been one of the best places to see Cuban art in the US, but this month has been especially busy for Cuban art lovers, with three high-profile exhibits that have gained lots of mainstream media coverage. I won’t offer much opinion here about … Continue reading
Frida Kahlos in New York City
Text: Julie Schwietert Collazo Photos: Francisco Collazo ** What struck me, as I looked at Francisco’s photos of the women who showed up for the Frida Kahlo look-alike contest at New York City’s La Casa Azul Bookstore, was how each woman embodied Frida. I didn’t say looked like Frida. I said embodied. Yes, there was … Continue reading
MoMA ticket giveaway
Text: Julie Schwietert Collazo Photo: Francisco Collazo ** Art’s a subject we cover frequently on CollazoProjects, and it’s one that’s important to us (did you know we once had an art gallery?). Whether we’re home or traveling, we don’t go more than a couple weeks without making our way to a gallery or museum. Apart … Continue reading
