Recepción y Charla con el Artista Reception & Artist Talk

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Julio Cachiguango
Artista Residente | Artist in Residence

Aperitivos de / appetizers from | AzTec Taqueria presentado por | presented by Visit Verona & Slate Blue Studios

Musica en Vivo de / Live Music from Wisconsin Mashikuna

RSVP by email: hello@slatebluestudios.com

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ART House 360  is welcoming internationally  recognized Kichwa artist  Julio Cachiguango  for a special Artist-in-Residence program  through the end of April, presented in partnership with resident company,  Slate Blue Studios  and  Visit Verona .

Cachiguango, a renowned artist from Ecuador, draws inspiration from two distinct perspectives that shape his life and work: his Andean heritage and his metropolitan life in the Madison, Wisconsin area. The fusion of these influences creates a striking artistic style that blends Indigenous cultural themes with contemporary urban imagery. His work has been exhibited internationally, including in Ecuador, New York, Chicago, and Madison.

“ART House is giving me a lot of opportunities," says Cachiguango. “They see something in me. Now I am believing and getting better in my creative process thanks to ART House and Slate Blue Studios.”

Throughout April, visitors will be able to experience Cachiguango’s work in a month-long exhibition displayed in the ART House 360 Community Room.

Reception & Artist Talk
Thursday, April 2 | 6:30–8:30 PM
ART House 360 Community Room

Guests are invited to meet the artist, explore the exhibition, and hear directly from Cachiguango about the inspiration and cultural influences behind his work.  Featuring music from Wisconsin Mashikuna (Cachiguano’s band) and appetizers from AzTec Taqueria.

Free Community Painting Workshops

As part of the residency, Cachiguango will also lead two free community painting workshops, offering participants a rare opportunity to learn directly from the artist.
In this special one-time workshop, Cachiguango will guide participants through the process of painting horses—one of the subjects he is known for capturing with energy and spirit. Participants will learn how to sketch realistic proportions and complete a vibrant acrylic painting. All skill levels are welcome.
 
Young artists are invited to a fun and colorful painting adventure. Julio will show kids how to sketch a horse step-by-step and bring it to life using vibrant colors in an approachable and encouraging environment.

Both workshops are free community events but space may be limited.

For more information about the exhibition, residency events, and workshops, visit ART House 360 or follow Slate Blue Studios for updates.