Opening Reception of Mix ‘n’ Mash: Ecos del Pasado/Echoes of the Past

The Mexic-Arte Museum invites you to the opening reception for Mix ‘n’ Mash: Celebrating Austin, on Friday, January 31, 2025 from 6:00-9:00 p.m.

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Mix ‘n’ Mash: Ecos del Pasado/Echoes of the Past Exhibition and Art Sale will be on view from Friday, January 31– March 2, 2025. This group exhibition displays artworks from over 200 local and regional artists created on quality panels donated by Ampersand Art Supply. The art sale not only increases awareness about the visual arts and art collecting in the community, but also provides funding for the Museum’s exhibitions, supports educational programming for children and adults, and sustains upkeep and care of the permanent collection. Artworks may also be purchased through the museum Online Store.

Ecos del Pasado/Echoes of the Past:
This year’s Mix ‘n’ Mash theme, Ecos del pasado/Echoes of the Past, is inspired by the beauty and intricacies of nostalgia; these pieces should reflect a diverse range of perspectives, techniques, and creative expressions. From your favorite childhood show, a special moment shared with a loved one, a dish, a specific smell, a trip, a place, a restaurant that does not exist any more, or even a natural landscape, we encourage you to explore and express the unique ways nostalgia manifests in your own life or in the lives of those around you. What memories, moments, or feelings does nostalgia evoke for you?

Nostalgia allows us to reconnect with who we once were, offering both reflection and renewal. In your art, we hope you will capture the beauty of this emotional tapestry—inviting others to relive the echoes of their own pasts, even as they look forward to the future.

Not only does Mix ‘n’ Mash celebrate creativity, but it also serves a greater purpose. All proceeds from the sale of these remarkable pieces directly support the museum’s exhibition programming for children and adults.

Mix ‘n’ Mash:
Mix ‘n’ Mash derived from the terms “mix-and-match” (to combine elements in a harmonious and interesting way) and “mash-up” (a work that blends two or more songs or pieces of art from different genres), Mix ‘n’ Mash is an original concept by Mexic-Arte Museum, which refers not only to the mashing of genres into one work of art, but also to the mixing of work by various artists to create a unique collector’s set.

Thank You!
The professional quality acid-free panels used by the artists are Gessobords, made in Buda, Texas and generously donated by Ampersand Art Supply. Mexic-Arte Museum would like to recognize and thank all the participating artists for their generous donation and support.