The Paseo Brings Light and Sound Installations to the Streets of Historic Taos
On September 25 and 26, the historic district of Taos, New Mexico, will be transformed with 31 works by over 70 artists.[http://engine.nectarads.com/p/eyJhdiI6ODkxNTYsImF0IjoyMCwiYnQiOjAsImNtIjoyODA0MzQsImNoIjoxOTMwLCJjciI6OTkwMDI0LCJkbSI6NCwiZmMiOjEwNDExNTUsImZsIjo3MDM4ODIsImlwIjoiNTQuODIuMjM4LjIzN
On September 25 and 26, the historic district of Taos, New Mexico, will be transformed with 31 works by over 70 artists. The 100% free “un-hangable” art that The Paseo will present is experimental, ephemeral, and participatory.
Artists include CHiKA, a Japanese-born, Brooklyn-based artist who will install a 6.5-foot-high, interactive LED sculpture brought to life through the public’s interaction. Video pioneers Steina and Woody Vasulka will present a work inspired by old-time Czech summer festivals of Woody’s youth — arcades, sideshows, and funhouse mirrors. Video footage of the audience distorted via binary chaos will be projected on adobe walls. Other installations will revolve around literary and culinary arts. Some pieces will reference the centuries-old Spanish and Native American history of the community and the natural wilderness area that encircles Taos. All are interactive.
Eleven of the 70 artists will lead STEAM workshops in Taos schools as part of the STEMarts Lab@The Paseo youth program, created by Taos artist, Agnes Chavez.
Quick view:
Friday September 25, 4–10pm
Saturday September 26, noon–10pm, with ticketed after party
Sunday September 27, 7pm, Pecha Kucha presentations by artists, ticketed event
The Paseo is a project of Taos Fall Arts Festival, Inc.
The Paseo is supported by grants from New Mexico Tourism Department, New Mexico Arts, Town of Taos, Taos County, the Healy Foundation, and many private sponsors.
Visit paseotaos.org for a schedule and artist list, and taos.org/paseo for travel information.
