ARTfactory to Present “Entre Dos Mundos (Between Two Worlds)” Art Exhibit by David Amoroso
Exhibit dates: September 15-November 5

Artist Reception: Saturday, October 8, 6 pm-8 pm
(9419 Battle St, Manassas, Free & open to the public)
RSVP Here: Tinyurl.com/AmorosoReception

Dia de los Muertos Celebration: Tuesday, November 1 (Time TBD)
(9419 Battle St, Manassas, Free & open to the public)

Entre Dos Mundos (Between Two Worlds)
Whether feeling displaced from a culture while assimilating to a new one, or feeling consumed by daily life and pondering what the afterlife may hold for you – this collection of paintings is intended to capture the energy, images and nostalgia of two worlds I am drawn to.

I was adopted as a baby in the United States and have no knowledge of my actual origin. Even as a child, I felt misplaced because I felt no connection to the people who adopted me or the life I was living. I had frequent dreams (not nightmares) of being alive after my death, and living in a different world. It wasn’t until I traveled to Mexico, Guatemala and El Salvador that I finally felt “at home” and grounded for the first time in my life.

My obsession with life and death – and especially life after death – has plagued me since childhood and is now explained through Dia de los Muertos. Even with a profound connection to a culture that feels so natural to me and has unofficially “adopted” me, I am infinitely aware that I still live between two worlds.

About David Amoroso
David Amoroso shows his admiration for Latin culture through his artwork. His artistic passion is divided between painting, photography, and block and screen prints. Although the majority of David’s work is dedicated to painting iconic portraits of everyday people, he also represents Mexican pop culture through his work. His involvement within the Latino art community has allowed him to create Mexican altars for Día de los Muertos and Guatemalan Alfombras de Aserrín. His art has brought him to exhibit and work in the DC Metro area, California, Arizona, North Carolina, Mexico, Central and South America.

Contact:
ARTfactory, Gallery Director: Jordan Exum | jexum@virginiaARTfactory.org | 703-330-2787
Gallery Hours: Monday-Saturday, 10 am – 5 pm | 9419 Battle St, Manassas, VA 20110
VirginiaARTfactory.org/manassas-art-gallery | Instagram: @virginiaartfactory

Attachments: David Amoroso, Frida with Otomi Design, Acrylic on canvas, 48″ x 60″, Available.

ARTfactory to Present “Entre Dos Mundos (Between Two Worlds)” Art Exhibit by David Amoroso
Exhibit dates: September 15-November 5

Artist Reception: Saturday, October 8, 6 pm-8 pm
(9419 Battle St, Manassas, Free & open to the public)
RSVP Here: Tinyurl.com/AmorosoReception

Dia de los Muertos Celebration: Tuesday, November 1 (Time TBD)
(9419 Battle St, Manassas, Free & open to the public)

Entre Dos Mundos (Between Two Worlds)
Whether feeling displaced from a culture while assimilating to a new one, or feeling consumed by daily life and pondering what the afterlife may hold for you – this collection of paintings is intended to capture the energy, images and nostalgia of two worlds I am drawn to.

I was adopted as a baby in the United States and have no knowledge of my actual origin. Even as a child, I felt misplaced because I felt no connection to the people who adopted me or the life I was living. I had frequent dreams (not nightmares) of being alive after my death, and living in a different world. It wasn’t until I traveled to Mexico, Guatemala and El Salvador that I finally felt “at home” and grounded for the first time in my life.

My obsession with life and death – and especially life after death – has plagued me since childhood and is now explained through Dia de los Muertos. Even with a profound connection to a culture that feels so natural to me and has unofficially “adopted” me, I am infinitely aware that I still live between two worlds.

About David Amoroso
David Amoroso shows his admiration for Latin culture through his artwork. His artistic passion is divided between painting, photography, and block and screen prints. Although the majority of David’s work is dedicated to painting iconic portraits of everyday people, he also represents Mexican pop culture through his work. His involvement within the Latino art community has allowed him to create Mexican altars for Día de los Muertos and Guatemalan Alfombras de Aserrín. His art has brought him to exhibit and work in the DC Metro area, California, Arizona, North Carolina, Mexico, Central and South America.

Contact:
ARTfactory, Gallery Director: Jordan Exum | jexum@virginiaARTfactory.org | 703-330-2787
Gallery Hours: Monday-Saturday, 10 am – 5 pm | 9419 Battle St, Manassas, VA 20110
VirginiaARTfactory.org/manassas-art-gallery | Instagram: @virginiaartfactory

Attachments: David Amoroso, Frida with Otomi Design, Acrylic on canvas, 48″ x 60″, Available.

CALL FOR ART – Competition Guidelines/”How to Enter”
Off the Wall #19 High School Art Exhibit & Competition
Sponsored by Lockheed Martin and presented by ARTfactory.

Contact Info: Gallery Director, Jordan Exum | jexum@VirginiaARTfactory.org | 703-330-2787

Exhibit Dates:
December 21-January 30, 2023

Open House/Awards Ceremony:
Saturday, January 7, 2-4 pm
(Snow Date: January 14)

Click here for the competition guidelines PDF.
Submission Deadline:
Sunday, November 20 by 5 pm
(all categories)

Notice of Acceptance:
November 22 by 6 pm (via email)

Artwork Delivery Dates:
*Delivery will occur during the week of December 5.
(*Exact dates and times will be sent to all accepted student artists via confirmation email. Students are responsible for delivering their art to ARTfactory – 9419 Battle St, Manassas, VA 20110.)

What is “Off the Wall”?
The highly anticipated Off the Wall competition returns for its 19th year! Each year the area high school students are invited to share their talent by participating in a high school art exhibit and competition sponsored by Lockheed Martin. The competition encourages student expression and creativity in a professional setting.

The exhibit includes student work in the following categories: Art & Technology, Painting/Drawing, Poetry, Wearable Art, and our newest category: Photography! Each category is adjudicated by a professional in the field.

Traveling Exhibition:
At the closing of the exhibit on Jan. 30, some or all of the Off the Wall #19 artwork will travel to Lockheed Martin’s Manassas location for a month long exhibition. It is optional to participate in the traveling exhibition.

Who is eligible to enter?
All students grades 9-12 who are currently enrolled in public, private or home schools in the City of Manassas, Manassas Park, & Prince William County are eligible to participate.