Art Blog - Jose Acosta

Jose Acosta will be exhibiting at Columbia Art Center From South America to the Caribbean Contemporary Latin American Art Exhibition at Columbia Art Center in Maryland. This Exhibit is Curated by Marcel Wah and is held in conjunction with Howard County Arts Council's Road to the Arts. Exhibition from September 6 to September 30, 2012 Reception Saturday, September 15 from 3 to 5 pm. Columbia Art Center 6100 Foreland Garth Columbia, MD 21045 Tel # 410-730-0075 Colombiaartcenter.org e-mail Art.Staff@ColumbiaAssociation… Continue reading… 1 comment

On Saturday September 6, 2012 Jose Acosta had the honor to exhibit 5 paintings in the Day of Art in New York exhibit sponsored by the Consulate of Ecuador in New York City. The event was great with lots of Art & Music and was very festive. Jose would like to thank the Consulate of Ecuador and New York Trade EC. LLC for inviting him as a guest artist to the event and to Curator Amado Mora for selecting him for this exhibition. Special thanks to other artists who participated in this event, Jose Schalen, Patricio Batallas, Amado Mora, Walter Carpio, Melania Maldonado, Ruby Jurado, Lucio Fernandez, Global-Traxxx, Carlos Marin, Luis Noboa, Kirsten, Yerason, Dawoud, Marck Balar, Ruben Dario Betancourt… Continue reading… 0 comments

Jose Acosta exhibition of paintings at the Consulate of Ecuador in New Jersey at 400 Market Street 4th Floor in Newark New Jersey, 07102. The opening reception will be on Friday July 20 from 7 to 10 pm. On display there will be 19 paintings. Exhibition will be from July 20 through August 12. Curator for this event is Amado Mora… Continue reading… 1 comment

Yesterday I received a package containing my painting "Concert" it had been on exhibitions in the country of Peru for over a year. I was so glad to see it and I am glad to have it back home. I Thank Sonnia Valdivia the owner of IBEROAMERICANA Magazine and the Curator of International exhibitions for arranging the return of my painting… Continue reading… 0 comments

Cuban American Art Exhibition by Jose Acosta On May 5, 2012 at the Arts Society of Kingston Jose Acosta will be hosting an art event that you will not want to miss. If you enjoy Beautiful Art, Latin Music and Cuban & Italian Food then join us at the Arts Society of Kingston for the Solo Art Exhibition of Cuban American Artist Jose Acosta. La Orquesta de Los Taino will be playing up a storm. If you have been to Jose Acosta's art exhibitions in the past then you know what a wonderful event it is. For those that have not been to a Jose Acosta art exhibition well you can expect art that is full of happiness, joy and color, fantastic music by La Orquesta de Los Taino and wonderful food & drinks prepared by Jose and his Family… Continue reading… 1 comment

Happy 40th Wedding Anniversary to my friends Anna & Arturo Alvarez Pictured to the right Anna & Arturo Alvarez On Saturday March 17, 2012 while everyone was busy celebrating St. Patrick's Day my Wife Orsola and I were at Tango Steakhouse in Queens celebrating the 40th Wedding Anniversary of our good friends Anna & Arturo Alvarez. It was so great to see them dancing and enjoying this festive day with more then 40 of their closest friends and family members. It made me think of how important family and lifetime friendships are and how meaningful life can be. Arturo has dedicated his life to Journalism and Anna has dedicated her life to Arturo. They make such a wonderful couple and are such good friends to all who know them… Continue reading… 0 comments

Jose Acosta is proud to be part of the We Are You Project art exhibit taking place at Wilmer Jennings Gallery at Kenkeleba 219 East 2nd Street, New York, NY 10009. The Art Exhibit will be on view from March 18th to May 5, 2012. Opening Reception Sunday, March 18, 2012 Pictured to the right Hispanic Pride painting by Jose Acosta that will be on exhibit. Gallery Hours: Wednesday to Saturday from 11:00 AM to 6:00 PM Latino paintings and prints that mirror the artistic mission of the We Are You Project, which is to provide a comprehensive, dynamic, and diverse insight into the current state of Latino socio-cultural, political, and economic conditions. The art exhibition reveals the struggles and triumphs of Latinos in the 21st Century… Continue reading… 0 comments

Wanted to purchase art by Jose Acosta If you would like to sell your Jose Acosta paintings I am always in the market to buy my older work for re-sale to collectors. To the left most recently bought and resold work "I Will Fix Your Clock" (2005) During the year I get many requests for paintings that have already been sold. When I know who the owner of the painting is I will reach out to them and ask if they wish to sell their art. I have been able to purchase and sell a few pieces like this. This maximizes the profit for the collectors of my work and if they decide not to sell at least they know that their work has appreciated in value. If you own any of my work with the welded and polished galvanized frames that you wish to sell please contact me at artistjoseacosta@aol… Continue reading… 0 comments

Holiday Wishes & A Happy New Year from Jose Acosta I would like to reach out to all my friends and family during this Holiday Season to wish them all a Happy Chanukah and a Very Merry Christmas. As we approach the New Year 2012 I would like to wish everyone a Healthy, Happy & Prosperous New Year. Looking back at 2011 it was a wonderful year for me and I would like to thank God for keeping my family & friends healthy. I am also thankful to all my friends and family who supported me by attending my art events and to the collectors of my art who kept on purchasing my art even during these hard times. I was thrilled to receive the Bronze medal of Arts by the French Academy Arts --Sciences- Letters in 2011 and my year was full of great opportunities and sales… Continue reading… 0 comments

Jose Acosta will participate in Group Exhibit at Marion Royael Gallery in Beacon New York. This group exhibit will feature 5 gallery artists, Rick Hutchinson, Angelo Marfisi, Jose Acosta, David Coalburn and Joe Zarra. On View from December 10th 2011 thru January 8th, 2012 Please join us for the opening reception and party Saturday December 10, 2011 from 6pm to 10pm On View Works by Rick Hutchinson - Angelo Marfisi - Jose Acosta - David Coalburn - Joe Zarra Five of our favorite artists exhibiting their work together at Marion Royael with a few new extraordinary pieces from Peter Leue and special guest artist Grace Knowlton's "Spheres" on view for an additional thirty days. www.marionroyaelgallery… Continue reading… 0 comments

Cuban American Artist Jose Acosta will exhibit at Edward Williams Gallery, Petrocelli College, Fairleigh Dickinson University from December 5, 2011 to January 20, 2012. "Passion From the Heart Exhibit" will feature paintings by Jose Acosta Jose Acosta was born in San Jose, Cuba, in 1966. His family immigrated to the United States in 1969. Acosta has been creating art ever since he can remember, and has always enjoyed painting. In 2003, Acosta decided to go to the Art Students League of New York on weekends to further his art education. While there, he studied with John Hultberg, who greatly influenced him and allowed him to pursue his artistic visions. Acosta started his professional career as an artist in 2004, and began to exhibit in galleries and art fairs… Continue reading… 0 comments

Jose Acosta attends National Journalists Association of Cuba in Exile Event Pictured to the right Jose Acosta with Slverio Vega the Mayor of West New York. Yesterday Sunday October 16, 2011 I had the great honor of attending the National Journalists Association of Cuba in Exile Annual Banquet in recognition of the Day of the Journalist. The event was held at Las Palmas restaurant in West New York and this year had the best attendance ever with the entire ballroom packed from front to back. I was very happy as both my parents were healthy enough to attend this event and they had a great time talking to other Cubans and lots of VIP _'s that were in attendance… Continue reading… 0 comments

Jose Acosta exhibits at Abro Art Gallery in Miami "Dimensions and Delights " Art Exhibition Location: Abro Art Gallery 2137 NW 2nd Ave Miami, Fl. 33127 Exhibit Starts: October 8, 2011 Opening Artists Reception: Sunday October 16, 2011 Pictured to the right Painting "PINK " by Jose Acosta Travel to a new world of art. Explore masterful manipulation of color, texture and form. Where? At the exhibition of "Dimensions and Delights " at Abro Art Gallery in Miami, Florida. This Exhibit will feature works by artists Jose Acosta, Joel Blanco, Ryan Alvarado and Jose Pelletier. Abro Art Gallery is a hidden gem in the Miami Wynwood Art District that represents exceptional art from both international and local talents with an emphasis on Latin American and Cuban born artists… Continue reading… 1 comment

September 1, 2011 Contact: Jane Haw (973) 684-5448 jhaw@pccc.edu FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE : HISPANIC HERITAGE MONTH EXHIBIT AT PASSAIC COUNTY COMMUNITY COLLEGE In celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month, the Passaic County Cultural and Heritage Council at Passaic County Community College is pleased to present CARIBBEAN WHISPERS, an exhibition of paintings by JOSE ACOSTA, WILLIE BAEZ, ROSARIO D'RIVERA and ISABEL VILLACIS. The various styles and techniques of all four artists reflect their Hispanic heritage. The exhibit is a partnership with La Ruche Art and Fundacion Manos a la Ayuda . The exhibition is on view in the Broadway & LRC Galleries at Passaic County Community College from October 1 through November 10, 2011… Continue reading… 0 comments

Jose Acosta will exhibit at ARTE : Freedom & Truth Image on the right painting "Red Curtain" by Jose Acosta The Howland Cultural Center Celebrates Hispanic-American History with the 17th annual exhibition of Latino-American Artists. ARTE : Freedom & Truth from September 3rd to the 25th 2011. Opening Reception: Saturday September 3rd from 3 to 5 PM. Artists: Jose Acosta, Salvador Arellano, Aurello Castano & the Artistico Group, Regina Da Costa Val, Marisa Del Pozo Slick, Rafael Figueroa, Nestor Madalengoitia, Elisa Pritzker, Virgilio Rivera, Robert Rodriguez, Jr. Fel Santos. Gallery Hours 1-5 PM Thursday, Friday, Saturday & Sunday. Exceptions Sunday September 11 Howland Chamber Music Circle Concert & Sunday September 25, The Kazzrie Jaxen Quartet Jazz Concert… Continue reading… 0 comments

I Create Contemporary Cuban American Art. I feel that I create Contemporary Cuban American Art. The Ideas come from both my mind and heart. My colors depict the sense of happiness I feel all around me. My paintings are created with lots of joy and happiness, but also require lots of work and patience. I always use only the best materials and never worry about the cost only the end results. I try to put as much of myself into my work and that means I create everything from the stretcher bars, to stretching the canvas, priming, painting and creating the welded and polished galvanized frames for my paintings. I do not have any assistants and all is created by my hands and hard work. I love to see my paintings develop as they are bright and full of life… Continue reading… 0 comments

More Time to Create Art 2011 will mark a great time for my art career as I now have in place a network of galleries that will represent selling my art across the country. This move allows me more time to create new work and also allows me more time to prepare for solo exhibitions throughout the year. In New York all my work will be sold through Marion Royael Gallery in Beacon New York, owners Steven & Barbara Riddle. In Connecticut my work will be sold through Center Framing & Art, West Hartford, CT, owner Lori Chozik. In New Jersey my work will be sold through two galleries QbaVa Art Gallery, NJ owner Jesus Rivera and La Ruche Art, NJ, owner Robert Rosado. In Florida my work will be sold through ABRO Gallery, Miami, FL, owner Ada Balcacer… Continue reading… 0 comments

JOSE ACOSTA : "COLOR, JOY & HAPPINESS " Zoom Gallery in Fleischmanns, NY will exhibit the art of Jose Acosta in a show entitled "Color, Joy & Happines", to open on Saturday, July 2, 2011 and close on Sunday, August 7, 2011. Image on right painting by Jose Acosta "Pink Vase" The opening reception for Mr. Acosta will be held at Zoom Gallery, Saturday, July 2, from 1-4 PM. All are invited to this event which includes light refreshments and live music. Approximately 20 paintings by popular Hudson Valley artist Jose Acosta will be on display at Zoom Gallery, 1033 Main Street, Fleischmanns, NY 12430, in the heart of the Catskill Mountains. Mr… Continue reading… 0 comments

Cuban American Artist Jose Acosta Exhibiting at Marion Royael Gallery in Beacon, New York. Opening Reception / Party June 11 from 6 to 10 P.M. Exhibition will run from June 11 to July 10, 2011 Pictured to the right Butterflies painting by Jose Acosta. Marion Royael Gallery is located in Beacon, New York. The gallery exhibits and sells fine contemporary works from a select group of innovative emerging and established artists. When visiting Marion Royael our guests find well executed artwork in all media with a bold, provocative and uncommon quality. Jose Acosta was born in San Jose, Cuba, in 1966. His family immigrated to the United States in 1969. Acosta has been creating art ever since he can remember… Continue reading… 1 comment

Jose Acosta Awarded Bronze Medal Arts -- Sciences - Lettres at Museum of the City of New York On May 22, 2010 Cuban American Artist Jose Acosta was awarded the Arts - Sciences - Lettres Bronze Medal in Art at the Museum of the City of New York. Carmen D. Lucca the President of the Association for Puerto Rican -- Hispanic Culture made the presentation during the Associations Annual Concert at the Museum of the City of New York. Carmen D. Lucca read poetry by Jose Marti and then Presented Jose Acosta with the Medal and a White Rose. Jose Acosta made a speech thanking the French Academy Arts -- Sciences -- Lettres for the award and mentioning how important it was as he had been introduced to the Academy by his mentor Peter Bloch… Continue reading… 1 comment