Celebrating Art in Downtown Salina

La Voz/ETC Boutique/Chapter 2 Books is excited to have hosted Lawrence artist David Loewenstein during his visit to Salina to create the mural "Waiting in the Wings" in Campbell Plaza in Downtown Salina. Campbell Plaza is just across the street from ETC Boutique and just a few buildings south of Chapter 2 Books, so we also were thrilled to watch the new artworking taking shape the past couple of weeks.

David stayed in the loft above Chapter 2 Books while working on the piece. He said he once lived in a loft in downtown Lawrence, so the experience felt very familiar for him. It also was convenient to have a place close to his work site to retreat from the heat and stop for planning sessions with collaborating artist Debbie Wagner of Bennington.

David said he always works with a local artist so he can share his experience as a muralist, plus he needs the help and enjoys the company while working long hours on the large mural projects.

If you are unable to attend the dedication and celebration at 5:15 p.m. Wednesday, June 23, 2010, stop by to see the mural while you are downtown then visit ETC or Chapter 2 to let us know what you think.

You can also read more about David's experience in Salina and even see a photo from the loft window at David's Blog.

You also can watch for photos of the Dedication Ceremony at La Voz's Facebook page.

Gallery at ETC boutique November 5

Art Rush
Thanks to everyone who attended the Art Ruth on November 5 at ETC Boutique.
Angel Misrahim Reyes Sandoval from Guatemala demonstrated his spray paint art on the sidewalk in front of the Kress Building, ETC's home, for more than two hours to the delight of visitors and those just passing by. Children and adults were fascinated by Angel's ability to create detailed paintings using various techniques with spray paint and scraping tools.
More than 80 people visited the store and enjoyed the refreshments and Angel's completed works.
Also on display that day was a typical altar for Dia de los Muertos (Day of the Dead) created by ETC owner Lucy Corley and Alejandra Tenorio.
Both events are representative of ETC's efforts to share the Latin culture with residents of central Kansas. Watch for announcements about the next Art Rush on December 3.