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2023 International Juried Exhibition<\/strong>
Ra\u00fal Manzano, artist<\/em><\/h3><\/div>

“With this exhibition, The Center is crawling with life\u2014birds, canyons, creation myths, Lady Justice with a pi\u00f1ata at the U.S.-Mexico border, and a frightened Lady Liberty sweating it out, eyeing the hands of new arrivals straining to gain purchase on her pedestal.”<\/p><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

Laurie Granieri<\/strong>
Discover Jersey Arts Website
January 2023<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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\"SUNY<\/div>

Our America! – Nuestra Am\u00e9rica!<\/strong>
Ra\u00fal Manzano, artist<\/em><\/h3><\/div>
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“We acknowledge the sacrifices of previous generations and salute them for building a better country and world filled with opportunities for us all. With Latino heritage, and as Americans, we stand stronger than ever and in solidarity with our fellow countrymen and women.”<\/p><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

Empire State College<\/strong>
ESC Website
September-October 2021<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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\"Gale<\/div>

In the Eye of the Beholder<\/strong>
Ra\u00fal Manzano, artist<\/em><\/h3><\/div>
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“Our gallery space has hosted exhibitions from sources far and wide,\u201d said Brewer. \u201cI\u2019m thrilled that we\u2019ll be showcasing Ra\u00fal Manzano\u2019s work for National Hispanic Heritage Month. His history as an immigrant informs his work and I\u2019m sure others who see it will be as moved as we were.”<\/p><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

Gale Brewer<\/strong>
Manhattan Borough President
ESC Press Release, 2019<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"SUNY<\/div>
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“We are proud to have Ra\u00fal Manzano\u2019s art displayed by Borough President Brewer as part of the celebration of National Hispanic Heritage Month,\u201d said SUNY Empire State College President Jim Malatras. \u201cProfessor Manzano\u2019s artwork, besides being beautiful, challenges the viewer to think in new ways about what it means to be an American.”<\/p><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

Dr. Jim Malatras<\/strong>
ESC President
ESC Press Release, 2019<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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\"arc<\/div>

LIBERTY<\/strong>
Ra\u00fal Manzano, artist<\/em><\/h3><\/div>
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“I want to also give a shout out to \u201cField of Dreams\u201d for its visual double intender and interesting appropriation of a famous painting by Diego Rivera, \u201cCalla Lily Vendor.\u201d In the original painting a young woman is kneeling while a man loads a large basket of calla lilies onto her back to sell, such a perfect metaphor for what immigrant populations bring to this country both culturally and by the fruits of their labor. In \u201cField of Dreams,\u201d the woman becomes Liberty herself whose head is bent and whose hands are in chains. Shackled, she is unable to bring her gifts to market.”<\/p><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

Donna Seager<\/strong>
Juror of exhibition
Catalog of Exhibition, September 2018<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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\"SUNY<\/div>

Many Voices, Muchas Voces<\/strong>
Ra\u00fal Manzano, artist and curator<\/em><\/h3><\/div>
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“I am proud to join SUNY Empire State College to celebrate the rich history and proud heritage of the Latino community during National Hispanic Heritage month. The \u2018Many Voices, Muchas Voces\u2019 exhibition highlights the significant role of Latinos in helping to shape this nation and its future. Our voices are culturally significant and our stories help to tell the story of the American Dream in communities around the nation and to audiences around the globe.”<\/p><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

Rep. Adriano Espaillat<\/strong>
D-N.Y., 13th District
ESC Press Release, 2018<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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“Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month through the artwork of students, alumni and faculty reflects the diversity of those populations and the college\u2019s overall commitment to diversity in its academic enterprise. At the same time, \u2018Many Voices, Muchas Voces\u2019 showcases the talent of the college community in the visual arts.”<\/p><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

Dr. Mitchell S. Nesler<\/strong>
ESC Officer in Charge
ESC Press Release, 2018<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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\"SUNY<\/div>

La Raza: Embracing Diversity<\/strong>
Ra\u00fal Manzano, artist and curator<\/em><\/h3><\/div>
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“I was thrilled to hear about the La Raza: Embracing Diversity exhibit, curated by Ra\u00fal Manzano,” said Megan Mullen, who recently joined the college as the associate dean of Humanities. “One of my great joys during the early months in my position has been seeing the diversity of artistic and cultural expression taking place within Empire State College. I\u2019m especially pleased with what\u2019s happening within my division, which encompasses the arts and humanities disciplines. La Raza represents something we all can celebrate and take part in.”<\/p><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

Dr. Megan Mullen<\/strong>
Associate Dean, Humanities and Arts
ESC Press release, 2016<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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\"SUNY<\/div>

Contrasts Contrastes<\/strong>
Ra\u00fal Manzano, artist<\/em><\/h3><\/div>
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“Raul Manzano\u2019s visual perception of nature and objects poses a natural reality versus an imaginary one in his new exhibit. The freshness and vividness of this new body of work contrasts colors and forms that define the relationship of the elements in the composition. By using a variety of techniques, including under painting, claroscuro, washes and paint drippings that create a visual imagery, the artist infuses a silent, intimate yet natural and dynamic touch. In Contrasts\/Contrastes, Manzano juxtaposes these two notions, to intrigue and engage viewers to go on a journey and to discover the meaning of the artist’s reality and their own realities.”<\/p><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

Dora Riomayor<\/strong>
Curator of the Exhibition
Director International Studies, School of Visual Arts
May 2011<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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\"SUNY<\/div>

Icon or Myth? Icono o Mito?<\/strong>
Ra\u00fal Manzano, artist<\/em><\/h3><\/div>
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“His paintings depict and embody the ideal of the Statue of Liberty expressed in different forms to engage the spectator introspectively as a viewer or as someone who’s being viewed. The artworks incite impassioned discussions about the true meaning of liberty as viewers reflect on diverse aspects of identity and find themselves drawn into seeing as others see. This interaction and discourse, in image and meaning, is Mr. Manzano’s intricate and powerful message.”<\/p><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

Dr. Cynthia Ward<\/strong>
Interim Dean, Metropolitan Center
Empire State College
October 2008<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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\"St.<\/div>

America on the Verge of a Nervous Breakdown<\/strong>
Ra\u00fal Manzano, artist<\/em><\/h3><\/div>
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“Ra\u00fal is a sensitive artist whose artworks have been well received by the art community because of their visual appeal, themes and message on important issues. His paintings raise awareness and inspire people to take action. The exhibition meets our goals and objectives of imparting to our students, especially those majoring in the arts, social responsibility and an intellectual, social, emotional and spiritual exploration of their being.”<\/p><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

Dr. Frank Macchiarola<\/strong>
President, St. Francis College
August 2007<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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\"Fairleigh<\/div>

En Am\u00e9rica<\/strong>
Ra\u00fal Manzano, artist<\/em><\/h3><\/div>
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“En Am\u00e9rica is a ten-year survey of Manzano’s work focusing on his socio-political and cultural narratives of the Statue of Liberty and the American and Colombian flags. Manzano’s work plays an intrinsic role in the issue of identity, nostalgia, and awareness as experienced through his cross-cultural American and Colombian heritage and world events. His unique imagery is a reflection of his views of a pluralistic society. This exhibition coincides with Mr. Manzano’s informal discussion about his immigrant experience to students of the Fairleigh Dickinson University program Puerta al Futuro.”<\/p><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

Deborah Gonz\u00e1lez, Esq.<\/strong>
Director, Puerta al Futuro, Fairleigh Dickinson University
June 2004<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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\"Consul<\/div>

Home Sweet Home * Hogar Dulce Hogar<\/strong>
Ra\u00fal Manzano, artist<\/em><\/h3><\/div>
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“Ra\u00fal Manzano opens up a platform for dialogue with his consciousness raising paintings depicting historical and contemporary events. His works are social and cultural commentaries, which challenge the viewer and encourage awareness in our lives. Ra\u00fal, a fellow countryman who immigrated to the United States in search of his artistic dreams, found his voice in patriotic symbols such as the Colombian and United States flags and the Statue of Liberty, icons that have become the trademark of his work.”<\/p><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

Jaime Buenahora Febres-Cordero<\/strong>
General Consul of Colombia, New York
June 2003<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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\"Gallery<\/div>

I Love Manhattan<\/strong>
Ra\u00fal Manzano, artist<\/em><\/h3><\/div>
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“Manzano, is a painter who imbues realism with strong emotional content.”<\/p><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

J. Sanders Eaton<\/strong>
Gallery & Studio
April\/May 2003<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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\"Manhattan<\/div>

American Dream<\/strong>
Ra\u00fal Manzano, artist and curator<\/em><\/h3><\/div>
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“The American dream means different things to different people. This exhibition of immigrant artists from around the world illustrates the colorful and creative expressions of what the American dream means to them.”<\/p><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

C. Virginia Fields<\/strong>
Manhattan Borough President
October 2002<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"McManus<\/div>
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“This exhibition highlights the uniqueness of our multicultural society and the celebration of America’s diverse ethnicities and heritages. The magnificent display of artworks, wide-ranging in approach, and skillfully executed is worthy of recognition; your efforts to bring cultures together are to be commended.”<\/p><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

McManus Democratic Association
October 2002<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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\"Manhattan<\/div>

Viva America! A Salute To Hispanic Heritage-II<\/strong>
Ra\u00fal Manzano, artist and curator<\/em><\/h3><\/div>
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“With this special exhibition, people are invited not only to celebrate Hispanic Heritage but to experience the amiable, cordial, warm, and lively spirit that characterizes the Hispanic people. I proudly salute Hispanic culture and applaud the work of the artists of WSAC. This exhibition is a sample of unity of our great multicultural city that is New York: The Big Apple, and what better way to celebrate than through this exhibit. Viva America!”<\/p><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

C. Virginia Fields<\/strong>
Manhattan Borough President
October 2001<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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\"NYC<\/div>

WSAC Celebrates the Parks & Monuments of NYC<\/strong>
Ra\u00fal Manzano, artist and coordinator<\/em><\/h3><\/div>
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“I welcome the WSAC to the Arsenal Gallery. In the artistic range of your works, we see reflected the range of park users. In the works exhibited here, we benefit from the unique, oblique angle of their lenses and their gaze.”<\/p><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

Henry J. Stern<\/strong>
Parks Commissioner
May 2001<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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\"Manhattan<\/div>

A Salute To Hispanic Heritage-I<\/strong>
Ra\u00fal Manzano, artist and curator<\/em><\/h3><\/div>
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“This multimedia exhibition showcases not only the talents of various artists and craftspeople, but also the rich diversity of Hispanic Heritage and culture. It helps to demonstrate the large influence that Hispanic culture has on the rest of the world.”<\/p><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

C. Virginia Fields<\/strong>
Manhattan Borough President
October 2000<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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\"Paterson<\/div>

Evolving Symbols of America 2000<\/strong>
Ra\u00fal Manzano, artist<\/em><\/h3><\/div>
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“Mr. Manzano, a passionately patriotic naturalized citizen is fascinated by the way in which time influences our perception of icons such as the United States flag and the Statue of Liberty. In transformative paintings, he intrigues the viewer to join him in an analytic process.”<\/p><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

The Paterson Museum<\/strong>
October 2000<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Gallery<\/div>
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“Manzano practices a kind of unadorned figuration reminiscent in its clarity and narrative quality of Rene Magritte. Manzano, however, combines a subtle surrealism with elements of Pop and social commentary in a way that make his oils on canvas quite unique.”<\/p><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

Gallery & Studio<\/strong>
October 2000<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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\"Ashkelon<\/div>

WSAC Salutes Ashkelon, Israel<\/strong>
Ra\u00fal Manzano, artist and coordinator<\/em><\/h3><\/div>
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“It is for me a big enjoyment to see this exhibition. In a few pictures we can see many kind of arts. It is a wonderful experience for me as for your fellow colleagues in Ashkelon to see the works of the artists of WSAC.”<\/p><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

Benny Vaknin<\/strong>
Mayor of Ashkelon, Israel
May 2000<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Attache<\/div>
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“I believe this exhibition is a symbol of the diversity and strength of the United States because our culture can absorb so many people from so many cultures and give them room for expression.”<\/p><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

Julie G. Connor<\/strong>
United States Cultural Attach\u00e9 to Israel
Ashkelon, Israel
May 2000<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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\"Manhattan<\/div>

Interchange of Ideas<\/strong>
Ra\u00fal Manzano, artist and curator<\/em><\/h3><\/div>
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“Ra\u00fal Manzano’s work plays an important role by dealing with social, political and economic concepts. His painting of the American flag emphasizes the critical alteration of this emotionally charged icon. This sober and poignant picture forces the viewer to reflect upon our country’s historical events, current affairs, and to take more responsibility for its future.”<\/p><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

Ren\u00e9e Phillips<\/strong>
Manhattan Arts International
Summer 1999<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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\"ArtSpeak<\/div>

Metamorphosis<\/strong>
Ra\u00fal Manzano, artist and curator<\/em><\/h3><\/div>
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“Through inner symbols such as a dollar bill within a map of the U.S. and other pertinent details, Manzano expresses the metamorphosis of America from a beacon of freedom to a land of decadence and greed.”<\/p><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

Tony Cavanaugh<\/strong>
Artspeak
Summer 1997<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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\"Manhattan<\/div>

AIDS Awareness<\/strong>
Ra\u00fal Manzano, artist and co-curator<\/em><\/h3><\/div>
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“Manzano challenges us to assert our political rights to support AIDS recognition and research, and compassion through legislation.”<\/p><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

Rachel Youens<\/strong>
Manhattan Arts International
Summer 1996<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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\"SVA<\/div>

New York Paintings<\/strong>
Ra\u00fal Manzano, artist<\/em><\/h3><\/div>
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“Ra\u00fal Manzano’s oil paintings of monuments and objects of civilization are his personal interpretation of scenes in New York City. He directs the focus on this painted subject by eliminating human forms and only leaving evidence to indicate their presence.”<\/p><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

School of Visual Arts<\/strong>
January 1996<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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\"Clinton<\/div>

The Birth of Spring<\/strong>
Ra\u00fal Manzano, artist<\/em><\/h3><\/div>
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“In his Colors, he expresses the mood of the painting.”<\/p><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

Claire Machaver<\/strong>
Clinton Chronicle
April\/May 1995<\/em><\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Laurie GranieriDiscover Jersey Arts WebsiteJanuary 2023 Empire State CollegeESC WebsiteSeptember-October 2021 Gale BrewerManhattan Borough PresidentESC Press Release, 2019 Dr. Jim MalatrasESC PresidentESC Press Release, 2019 Donna SeagerJuror of exhibitionCatalog of Exhibition, September 2018 Rep. Adriano EspaillatD-N.Y., 13th DistrictESC Press Release, 2018 Dr. Mitchell S. NeslerESC Officer in ChargeESC Press Release, 2018 Dr. Megan MullenAssociate Dean, […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":0,"parent":0,"menu_order":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":{"_uag_custom_page_level_css":"","footnotes":""},"class_list":["post-131","page","type-page","status-publish","hentry"],"aioseo_notices":[],"aioseo_head":"\n\t\t\n\t\n\t\n\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t