Lifecasting by Luis Jorge Mieses a collection of Lifecasting Sculptures Luis Jorge Mieses was born in Peru, where he grew up, graduated, and worked as an Industrial Engineer. Mieses used to travel into the jungle frequently where he had the opportunity to preserve the animal bodies through taxidermy. Taxidermy became one of his main hobbies. It required preparation, shaping and molding parts for mounting different animals. Through taxidermy he discovered the fascinating world of sculpture. Since moving to California in 2001, Mieses has devoted his time to sculpture and taxidermy. Mieses conducted extensive research and studies on techniques for making molds and sculptures which led him to the human figure. Since then he has devoted his time to Lifecasting; capturing hands, faces, feet and various parts of the human body. Mieses is a distinguished professional in the preparation of life-size sculptures in the Bay Area. His works are owned by…

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Earth, Wind & Fire by Jamila Rufaro and Dotti Cichon Artists’ reception Tuesday July 17th 7pm–10pm (Also happening this evening is TWO BUCK Tuesday at KALEID with art demos, life figure drawing sessions and artists painting live. ) Free admission. Featured artists Jamila Rufaro and Dotti Cichon use elements of nature in their work. Their collaborative piece, Kimono Angel features two thirty-foot rolls of eco-dyed paper held by a weather-rusted angel. Fire is the main protaganist in eco-prints by Dotti depicting “Burning Man” and Jamila’s eco-dyed pieces use old books to portray imaginary marine life. Paintings portray storms and views of Earth from space showing the effects of global warming. There is an interactive sculpture with video depicting the origins of the Cosmos, a copper-leafed textile work that changes with different light and patinas over time, and silks that are not only wall-hangings, but can be worn as scarves. Exhibition…

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KALEID Gallery proudly presents “Otherwordly” new work by Maytal Gotesman for the month of May. Artist reception first Friday May 4th 7pm–11pm (part of the South FIRST FRIDAYS ArtWalkSJ) Exhibition dates: May 4–25, 2018 “Through a combination of body parts, cosmic imagery, and imaginary plants and organisms, my art stylistically takes on an abstract and otherworldly quality. I am especially inspired by our primal and animalistic instincts, as well as by our reproductive system.”   ~ Maytal Gotesman   88 South Fourth Street (@ San Fernando) San Jose, CA 95112 info@KALEIDGallery.com 408-947-1785Gallery Hours: Tuesday – Saturday, noon -7pm Free admission…

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KALEID Gallery is proud to present “Almsgiving” New paintings by Bryson Bost for the month of May. Artist reception first Friday May 4th 7pm–11pm (part of the South FIRST FRIDAYS ArtWalkSJ) Exhibition dates: May 4–25, 2018 Providing lines, patterns, and colors. At the day’s end, that’s what has arrived and may be offered. I give you thanks. Through laboring away amidst ever-evolving details, one may ideally capture a greater understanding of the inner-workings of our world, and of the self. When among the process, everything disappears. For this, I feel quite fortunate, to receive respite, in the truest sense of the word. Bryson Bost has exhibited extensively throughout the Greater Bay Area. As an artist, he believes creation and hospitality are equally valued. 88 South Fourth Street (@ San Fernando) San Jose, CA 95112 info@KALEIDGallery.com 408-947-1785Gallery Hours: Tuesday – Saturday, noon -7pm Free admission…

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KALEID Gallery is very proud to present “Fresh Terrain” by KALEID Gallery resident artist Al Preciado. This exhibit explores the landscape of the local Scenery and interesting figurative forms. The woman as muse and mythology figure is part of my work process. Big sloppy, incoherent brush strokes are part of my working technique. I enjoy having absolute freedom!!! ~Al Preciado Artist Reception: Friday April 6th 7pm–11pm part of the South FIRST FRIDAYS Art Walk in downtown San Jose Exhibition Dates: April 6–27, 2018 88 South Fourth Street (@ San Fernando) San Jose, CA 95112 info@KALEIDGallery.com 408-947-1785Gallery Hours: Tuesday – Saturday, noon -7pm Free admission…

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KALEID Gallery proudly presents “Breaking Free” by resident artist Lourdes Morante-Mieses. In this modern society, a variety of stressors­–economic challenges, racial and social oppression, and family issues–distress the individual in so many ways resulting in physical and emotional health problems that, in some cases, could be fatal. This show is intended to inspire the viewers to take important steps in their own lives to break old patterns and emotional chains to achieve freedom, peace, health, balance, and happiness. “Art is a form of expression and release for the soul. The making of art creates room for peace, strength, health, happiness and joy.” ~Lourdes Morante-Mieses Artist Reception: Friday April 6th 7pm–11pm part of the South FIRST FRIDAYS Art Walk in downtown San JoseExhibition Dates: April 6–27, 2018 88 South Fourth Street (@ San Fernando) San Jose, CA 95112 info@KALEIDGallery.com 408-947-1785Gallery Hours: Tuesday – Saturday, noon -7pm Free admission…

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KALEID Galllery is proud to present: “Natural Conclusions” by Julie Meridian How does someone else see or respond to the same place? What is unique in each person’s perception and expression? How can we value an experience as it is presented and also be thoughtful about progressing beyond it? “Natural Conclusions” is a show of unexpected collaboration and second chances. Each painting was originally sourced from a local thrift store or flea market. Julie Meridian has chosen a portion of each to “complete” in her style, creating a study of contrasts in expressive power. Julie Meridian is a San José artist blending quiet realism with impressionist details to convey layers of meaning that reward a closer view. Through her paintings and illustrations she invokes the essence of people, places, and intangible presence. Artist Reception: March 2nd, 7pm–11pm Exhibition dates: March 2– March 30, 2018 part of the South FIRST FRIDAYS …

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KALEID Gallery is proud to present: “Ethereal Sea” by Jeff Bramschreiber The idea for this series of paintings came to me early last year. I love the sea, and many of my “Two Buck Tuesday” (at KALEID) creations are related to the ocean in one way or another. Last year I was visiting Pajaro Dunes in Monterey a favorite place for recharging the gray cells, relaxing and getting re-focused and inspired. This visit though something was off; for the first time instead of a sense of calm and healing it felt like the coast needed my energy somehow. It really startled me, and then I started realizing that those exciting one on one encounters with wildlife at and in the sea were becoming far less frequent, that everyday a little more was lost. I got the idea that if I could capture those encounters using color in a way that…

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Pintura Fresca a new series of portraits by  Fernando "Force129" Amaro Jr. Mixed media character studies inspired from a mural I painted (in the SOFA District) of figments of my imagination that included the people and their pets from the neighborhood. Force129 is an artist & designer currently working & living in San Jose, CA.

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My paintings pry and dissect nature and memory to develop an ideal wreckage. Cubism is God’s clutter, an omnidirectional view, facets at all angles. I perceive and slit my roses within their all-seeing entirety whereas my Miasma Series breaks down cubism into abstract form. A frenzy of emotion layered over, under, and through each other to emanate the foulness in beauty and bliss in suffocation. Omni is Latin for all and it is commonly used with words that would describe a god who is all-seeing, all-creating, and all-powerful. I believe it to define most artists as well.

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