The Puzzle Aesthetic Book Signing and Art Exhibit at LuminArte Gallery

DALLAS - April 26, 2013 - PRLog -- LuminArte Gallery proudly presents The Puzzle Aesthetic Book Signing and Opening Exhibit by Jim Lively on Saturday, May 25, 7pm – 10pm. The Puzzle Aesthetic is a fictional work based on the dramatic history of a very real Dallas attorney, Jim Lively, and features complementing artwork. The event coincides with the “Fantastic Realism” exhibit, which will run through June 29, 2013, featuring surrealism, dream motifs and postmodern juxtapositions by a collection of artists. The opening reception is complimentary. Books will be available for sale for $25 each plus tax.

Lively’s multi-media art, which is created through photography, video and painted works, is focused squarely on the average man existing within the happenstance tide that is corporate America.  Whether portrayed in the abstract, realism or somewhere in between, Lively’s work is influenced by the attractive, unattractive and sometimes humorous components of contemporary culture. His abstract paintings reflect contemporary culture through the use of texture, intersecting lines, color shading and often text. For more information about Jim Lively, visit www.jimlivelyart.com.

In addition to Jim Lively, artists on display for the “Fantastic Realism” exhibit include Shohla Rosa, Katrin Alvarez, Magi Calhoun, Tina Spiro, Ed Grant, Sue Little, Melanie Little Gomez, Carolina Rojas, Salvatore Zagami (http://zagamifineart.com/), Chema Gil (http://www.flickr.com/photos/josemanuelgilramirez/), Alan Shepard, and Franceska.

LuminArte Gallery, an intimate studio and gallery space supported by rotating local and international art exhibits, music concerts, non-profit and other events, is located at 1727 E. Levee Street, Dallas, Texas 75207.  Hours are Thursday through Friday, 11am - 5pm; Saturdays, 11am – 4pm; and Tuesdays and Wednesdays by appointment only.  For more information, call 214.914.4503 or visit www.luminarte.com and follow on Facebook.