An exhibition of works by local artists explores the theme of immigration and highlights the journeys and experiences encountered during migration and displacement. As immigrants themselves, some artists choose to reflect on and share their personal stories through the process of creating their art.
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Nico Amortegui: An Immigrant on the Walls of Charlotte
There’s a saying that Nico Amortegui lives by: “Every beginning is difficult.” In his case, that’s exactly how it was when he started a new life as an immigrant, arriving with his parents at age 17 and embarking on a self-taught career in art.
Nelly Tamez's book: The Transformation of the Farm
I’m going to start this article by telling a new story. The story of Nelly Tamez, a Mexican woman with a deep sense of connection to her Mexican roots, to her essence, and to her literature…
An astronaut in Charlotte
Anyi arrived in the United States five years ago, and like many of her compatriots, it was the situation in Venezuela that prompted her to move; it was tough, she recalls, to leave her career behind and start a new life from scratch—it was a completely different experience.
A Halo of Light; Arleene Correa
By Sorayda Díaz
The artist was born in Arteaga, Michoacán, Mexico, and moved to this country at the age of 3, where she has lived for 25 years. She was drawn to art from a young age; she would draw and send her creations to her father in the United States, and later she and her family joined him there.
Charlotte's Street Art
By VozEs
Charlotte has a lot to offer when it comes to street art. Many of its hidden corners always have a colorful surprise in store for us. Gumaro Manzo Benite shares a series of photos of the street art in the beautiful Queen City.