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Ceramic Sculptures by Pancho Jimenez

Presented by Community School of Music and Arts at Mohr Gallery, Community School of Music and Arts

December 11, 2009-January 24, 2010

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This exhibition will present recent works by Francisco “Pancho” Jimenez, and will include a combination of free-standing, small tabletop, and wall-mounted sculptures. Jimenez’s work takes inspiration from ancient art, much of it in ruins, found in Mexico and throughout the world. “In my art, I attempt to capture the mystery of meaning, that eternal presence of ancient art forms, which elicit particular emotions that...

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“In my art, I attempt to capture the mystery of meaning, that eternal presence of ancient art forms, which elicit particular emotions that may be universal and timeless,” says Jimenez. In creating art, he creates forms that bring that presence of the past to the present, to inspire reflection on contemporary time and place. The catalyst that always propels his work is his desire to explore his primary medium, clay, in varied and technically challenging formats.

Jimenez's work has been shown nationally in both solo and group shows. He teaches art at Santa Clara University and West Valley College.

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Mohr Gallery, Community School of Music and Arts

230 San Antonio Circle
Mountain View, CA 94040

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Tickets:
Free; donations accepted

Times:
Mon-Fri: 9am-7pm
Sat: 9am-3pm
Opening Reception:
Fri, 12/11: 6pm-8 pm

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