Art Walk in Bucerias

ARTISANS OF BUCERIAS ART WALK

Bucerias is a small tranquil city on the north shore of Banderas Bay, about 6 miles from Puerto Vallarta. According to some promotional material Bucerias means “land of the divers.” One local artist, Christy Beguesse, who owns A Broken Art Mosaic Studio, has been working for over a year to fulfill her dream of having Bucerias come to mean “land of an art colony.”

Toward that end, one of her goals will be met on December 14th, when the first Bucerias Art Walk she has organized will take place. Beguesse has watched, dreamed and planned over the years as artists making use all sorts of media have taken up residence in the “sleepy little town,” as she describes it.

“Artists are drawn to Bucerias for the obvious reasons of excellent winter climate and abundant tropical inspiration,” she says. But, she adds, unlike the hustle and bustle of Puerto Vallarta, the slow pace of Bucerias is more conducive for the many creative artists that now take up residence in town to display their talents.

“Ask anyone who has discovered the many galleries in Bucerias and they will tell you how friendly the artists are. They are known for inviting you into their private studios, often their homes, sitting with clients while enjoying a refreshment, getting to know client and artist on a one-to-one basis.”

In early November, Beguesse was delighted when she and artists Carol and Peter D’adddio, who own the D’Addio and D’Addio Gallery across the street from her, sponsored a “gallery opening” which drew over 150 visitors.“It was very encouraging that, with word-of-mouth advertising only, so many people showed up,” Beguesse said.

Now she is inviting everyone to “discover this art colony for yourself.” The Bucerias Art Walk will take place along four blocks of Av. L. Cardenas, full of art galleries, fine jewelry stores and gourmet restaurants, from 7 to 10 p.m., Jalisco time. One interesting twist to the art walk is the Bucerias Art Walk card which will be handed out at each of the 15 participating galleries. The card can be redeemed at several art walk area restaurants for a free beverage.

In addition, according to Beguesse, special pricing will be provided by the galleries to make holiday shopping easier. The art walk can be found on Av. L. Cardenas, which runs parallel with the bay, south of the Bucerias Plaza. A free shuttle service will be available to those who wish to be driven to each gallery.

You can contact Christy Beguesse at abrokenart@gmail.com.

A few of the Galleries involved are:
D'ADDIO Y D'ADDIO
Carol and Peter D'Addio provide an extensive collection of their contemporary and abstract art work in a contemporary setting. Having worked in L.A., New York and San Francisco the D'Addios settled in Bucerias 3 years ago and have been producing great art since then.
A BROKEN ART MOSAIC STUDIO
Spearheaded by Christy Beguesse this gallery exhibits fine pieces of mosaic artwork using both handmade tile and hand painted glass. Mosaic workshops are available in the garden setting. "Arm Candy" hand crafted beaded jewelry will also be displayed.
CASA del ARTESANO
Teresa Morena relocated to Bucerias from San Luis Potosi 9 years ago. She specializes in oils and produces realistic seascapes. Also to be seen in this gallery are the watercolors by Kay Melton who describes herself as an artist, mother, grandmother, optimist, believer, and dreamer.
GALLERIA del SOL
Resident artist Calum Cameron has been described as a "Master of Light and Shadow". He is dedicated to providing a quiet, reflective viewing environment for both art lovers and collectors.
IN LATINO
Owner Jessica Hernandez Estrada produces exquisite hand made jewelry using silver and natural stones. Her gallery also includes a collection of fine handmade jewelry from Guatemala and Columbia.

MILLING'S CERAMIC GALLERY
Ann and Bob Milling winter in Bucerias every year and open the doors of their working studio where the public is invited to create their own beautiful pieces of art.
SOL de PAPEL
Looking for a life size tiger or giraffe? Well you kind find it here along with other eclectic collections of artwork from Tonala.