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Mysterium Fidei and Daniel Martin Diaz

Mesa Arts Center

September 14-December 2, 2007

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The Los Angeles Times called Diaz's work 'Broodingly personal with a compelling, esoteric edge.' Tucson based artist and musician Daniel Martin Diaz creates mystical, surreal, time worn paintings. Influences of devotional folk art, ritual, and irony converge with Catholic iconography to produce pleasantly captivating, yet dark images. Diaz's parents were born in Mexico and traditional imagery makes its way into many of his pieces. 'I am most influenced by the great amount of human suffering that has occurred throughout history and one's undying faith in the after life. Often times I am subconsciously influenced by world attitudes or stories and also by the people I am closest to. I prefer to keep an open mind and let the subject matter take on a life of its own,' says Diaz. His work is best discovered patiently, layer-by-layer, which is how Diaz creates the intense Old World tones in his pieces. Although he never attended art school, Diaz has developed a sophisticated and individualistic style; all of his paintings are rooted in detailed sketches. Made of oil on wood, graphite and linoleum, his work offers a modern twist on liturgical, Byzantine, Early Christian and Medieval art. Opening Reception: On September 14, Mesa Contemporary Arts will hold a free reception for the three new Fall exhibits from 7:00pm-10:00pm, heavy hors d'oeuvres, musical entertainment, and a cash bar will be offered.

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  Tickets: $3.50/Each, Children Under 7 Free, Free Admission for all on Thursdays

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  Dates:
  September 14-December 2, 2007

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  Tuesday-Wednesday 10:00am-5:00pm, Thursday-Saturday 10:00am-8:00pm, Sunday 12:00pm-5:00pm

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  Mesa Contemporary Arts at Mesa Arts Center

  1 East Main Street Mesa, AZ 85211

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