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Media Contact: Steve Carr, (505) 277-1821; e-mail: scarr@unm.edu

July 14, 2006

VIDA Art Exhibition Features Talent Connected to UNM

The VIDA Art Exhibition, a unique display of art, is currently featured at the University of New Mexico Foundation/Development Office located at Two Woodward Center, 700 Lomas Blvd. NE, Suite 108. Twenty-seven artists are featured with 70 pieces in the unique display titled, ‘A Step Beyond.' The show, which opened July 10, runs through October 7, 2006.

‘A Step Beyond' is the fourth in a series of community-based art exhibits featuring University of New Mexico artwork. The show's curator, Janie Perry Gonzales, is an accomplished undergraduate artist in the department of Art and Art History at UNM.

The mission of the exhibition is to place high quality fine art, created by UNM undergraduate and graduate students, alumni, faculty and or staff, in non-traditional venues for the mutual benefit of the viewer, the hosting organization and the artists.

The participating artists range from beginners to internationally-known artists, and have all gone “A Step Beyond.” The emerging artists have stepped out from their comfort zone and have competed to earn this opportunity for exposure and experience toward their art careers.

By their participation, the accomplished artists have demonstrated their support of UNM, the beginning artists, the viewers and the community. All work is available for purchase. Additionally, in a gesture of community outreach, all artists have agreed to donate 10 percent of sales proceeds to Albuquerque Rescue Mission.

The exhibit is hosted by the UNM Development/Foundation Office. More information on a specific piece or artist may be available with the receptionist. Hours of viewing are during regular business hours from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday. Viewing arrangements can be made by calling Meredith Schaubel, (505) 277-4503 or via e-mail: mks@unm.edu.

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