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Jorge Blanco: Solo Blanco Opens at Alfstad& Contemporary Jorge Blanco is celebrated across the globe for his geometric, often representational, and always playful, sculptures. Fabricated from thick flat slabs of painted aluminum, the artist portrays figures and everyday objects using simple, brightly colored forms. Truly international, his work can be found in private and public collections across the world. "The exhibition gives me the rare opportunity to feature some of my favorite large-scale Public Artworks like the 14-foot grand scale, Zephrous, at the same time as my newest smaller-scaled sculptures." This is Blanco's first solo exhibition in Sarasota, where the Venezuela-born artist has lived and worked for two decades. SOON: Blanco's 18-foot-tall BRAVO! sculpture will also soon be unveiled as the City of Sarasota's newest Public Artwork. Join Us for the Opening Reception Thursday Evening, April 19, 5:30-9:00. Wine & Bites. Show: April 19-May 19, Tuesday-Saturday, 11:00-5:00pm

A Special Evening with Jorge Blanco May 15, 5:30-7pm at Alfstad& Contemporary Come celebrate the release of Jorge Blanco's limited edition "Castaway" prints. First published under it's original title, "El Náugrafo," Blanco created this iconic character who manifested stories of joy, imagination and profound emotion. The charm and wit of his illustrations made this the most iconic comic strip in the history of Venezuela. Come join us as he signs these limited editions prints this Tuesday evening. May 15, 5:30-7:00. Wine & Bites. Music & Laughter.