Big night of art planned for August's Gallery Walk

The Grove Retrospective Gallery (2911 Grand Avenue) is hosting a solo exhibition by artist and renowned "fight doctor," Ferdie Pacheco. Dr. Pacheco, is well-known for being ringside with Mohammad Ali as the champ's doctor. This Saturday, during the Gallery Walk, Dr. Pacheco's amazing artwork will be featured. The gallery is hosting an exhibition of original oil paintings by the boxing analyst and physician, showcasing his imaginative use of color alongside abstract conceptions. At left is one of the Mohammad Ali paintings by Dr. Pacheco.

Also featured in the exhibition are original photos taken by Pacheco’s wife during his years with the boxing legend. Grove Retrospective will celebrate Pacheco’s diverse achievements with an opening night of live music, cigar rolling and a special book signing. The reception is Saturday night, from 7 to 10 pm.

The Rodez Art Gallery, at CocoWalk is presenting “ART MACtown.” Founded in 1962, MACtown Inc. is a charitable organization whose primary mission is to improve the lives and further the independence of people with intellectual and developmental disabilities in South Florida. Under the direction of artist and gallery owner George Rodez, small format works by more than 100 MACtown participants will be on display, in addition to one grand piece created by all participants. A silent auction will be held with all proceeds benefiting MACtown, Inc.

Renowned abstract artist Kathleen Staples will be at the Coconut Grove Arts Festival Gallery I at the Mayfair Atrium. With paintings portraying a variety of textures and layers, “Swimming to Sestos" uses different surface effects and intuitive expression of color.

Next door at the Coconut Grove Arts Festival Gallery II, “A Summer Show” by solo artist Luisa Mesa, fights to create symbols that connect with a deeper purpose, like the image shown at right. Every piece of Mesa’s artwork creates a different outlook and meaning, yet all coming together to constitute a whole.

Max in the Grove will be featuring an exhibition by the Texan artist Daniel Padilla. With a steady hand, Padilla is known for working diligently with colorful and tranquil brush strokes. Alongside Padilla, Max in the Grove will also be showcasing the works of Pino, Chagall, Kaufman, Britto, Tadeo, Ferio and Peter Max. The Max Gallery is at 2996 McFarlane Road.

“American Icons,” a solo exhibition by Hernando Alzate at Cristina Chacon Gallery, will continue until August 20. The exhibition features legendary figures of our recent history blended with Neo Pop elements. It is located on Commodore Plaza.

Local artist Amy Reshefsky will again be featured at FrameWorks Studio Gallery on Commodore Plaza and GroveHouse at the Mayfair Promenade. Artists will present an exhibition of member artists’ works, including those by Grovites Barbara Tejada, Isabelle “Izi” Schuette and Bobbi Headder.

Joseph Grant's work will be at The Loft on Gallery Night, also on Commodore Plaza. It was presented at a party at The Loft, last weekend.

Other galleries featured in the Walk include ArtWay 66, Blue Moon Studio of Art and Dharma Studio.

As part of the entertainment at the Art Stroll, at the Mayfair Promenade, the popular Paper Bag Heads are proud to present a “Paper Doll Fashion Show.” Taking place at the Mayfair Promenade Fountain, the show will feature life-sized fashion outfits constructed solely from paper. Designed by local artists, the “clothes” will be voted upon by the audience. Prizes for the most popular outfits will be donated by numerous Grove stores and include one-night stays for two at the Mayfair Hotel and Spa and the Grove Isle Hotel and Spa.

The Drum Circle will also be seat up the Promenade and free live music will be performed there throughtout the night.