Ray Arcadio

Ray’s work is about people’s necessity to go to extremes with their beauty, beliefs or expression. “I don’t judge what drives us to these extremes; rather I’m fascinated by the physical manifestation, but whatever the "drive" is, it starts a chain of events that ends up being the subject of my paintings.” Ray was born in the Dominican Republic and is the founding member of the culture jamming collaborative group Artfux. He obtained a BFA from New Jersey City University. Ray has exhibited around the United States and has appeared in various newspapers, magazines and television shows. His works are in various private collections including the Jersey City Museum in Jersey City, NJ, The Museum of Modern Religious Art at the University of St. Louis in St. Louis, MO and the Museo Moderno de Arte, Santo Domingo, RD. Ray Arcadio currently lives and works in New Jersey.


Fear 1

Fear 2

JA Pacheco

Latin Pop Shop welcomes artist JA Pacheco.

About her work, Pacheco says:
"Creating art can be an addiction. Some of my best work has come from experiments in provoking reaction. I work to make my images a message. From an early age of 11 to now, 20+ years later, the conviction still flows strong. It's one of the most beautiful obsessions ever. When making art, I lose track of time and space. Just the next stroke of my brush or finishing that last section of sculpture keeps me going. My work always gives praise to color and shape. I am a great fan of soft curves and contrasts; deriving part or all of my pieces from those variables. I like fire, vibrancy and movement even when it's a figure in repose. My path in the arts has had great influences. From an early age I received encouragement by my family and observing the artwork of a variety of Nicaraguan artists to International Masters of old. Artistic influences are many and each one has helped me view my own work in a special light. "


Blue Yonder
digital painting


Man Under Tree
digital painting

Corazones

Preciosos regalos para el Día de los Enamorados.
Lovely Valentine's Day gifts.

Sacred Heart of Roses
by Martha Rodriguez
$54


Frida With Heart
by Mirlette Islas
$50


Tide (Purple)
by John Gascot
$50

Abstract Pendants

Heartfelt


Follow the Moon


Purple Sun

Help Latin Pop Shop Become a Finalist!!!

We want to win the Big Commerce $35,000 Ecommerce Makeover Contest!
Winning this (even making it to runner up) would take us to the next level and help us greatly in reaching our target audience. Below, see how the finalists are being chosen:

BigCommerce judges will choose five contestants who will be put through to the final round of judging based on their submission video. Judging criteria includes (1) creativity, (2) coherence of message, (3) potential for company growth, (4) inspiring story.

*Number of views for each video on YouTube will factor into the judges' decision.

So please take a moment (60 seconds) to watch our video. If you can, please watch often and please, please, please pass it on and have others view it as well!


http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pBnwhk-6Xas

Muchisimas Gracias!

CINCO DE MAYO DISCOUNT COUPON!

In celebración of one of the most widely recognized Latino holidays, Cinco de Mayo, Latin Pop Shop is offering a 15% Discount Coupon. The coupon is valid May 5th thru 9th and limited to one use per customer. There is no minimum purchase required.

To apply this discount to your cart, when checking out use the coupon code below.

Coupon Code: 5deMayo

Feliz Shopping!

CALLING ALL LATINO/LATINA ARTISTS!

Please feel free to pass this Call for Artists along.

CALLING ALL LATINO & LATINA ARTISTS!!
Latin Pop Shop, a new online retail gallery specializing in Latino, Latino-American and Latin-themed arts and handmade gifts is currently accepting submissions in preparation for its launch.

We seek unique work from:
- artists/painters/photographers
- jewelers (handmade accessories)
- apparel designers (t-shirt makers/silkscreen items)
- authors (self-published or otherwise; fiction/poetry/cookbooks)

…and more!

For more info or to submit your work via email:
submissions@latinpopshop.com

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ARTISTAS y ARTESANOS LATINOS!!
Latin Pop Shop, una nueva galería de Internet, especializada en las artes y artesanías Latinas esta aceptando sumisiones ahora, en preparación de su lanzamiento.

Se buscan:
-artistas/pintores/fotógrafos
-joyeros (accesorios hecho a mano)
-diseñadores de ropa (camisetas/silkscreen)

…y mas!

Para mas información, o para someter arte vía email:
submissions@latinpopshop.com

Dreaming Big: Latin Pop Shop

Welcome to Latin Pop Shop's blog!

Last year I began toying with a concept for an art-related business. I came up with something that will still allow me time behind the easel, but will also allow me to reach out to other artists (as well as the community). Something that speaks of who I am as an artist and a person. Something that honors my heritage. I came up with Latin Pop Shop, named after "Latin Pop"—the term I have used to describe my signature style of painting for years.

As a full time artist, I know the struggle and juggle of creating art, finding representation and of course, selling. As an artist of Latin descent, I yearn to bring our multi-faceted culture to the masses. And as an art lover and former gallery director, this is simply all I know and love! Latin Pop Shop is the combination and embodiment of my passions. It is a concept I am willing to put my hard work behind because I truly believe in its great potential.

Latin Pop Shop is a new online retail Gallery and Boutique representing Latino and Latino-American artists and artisans. It will specialize in art, jewelry and apparel, but will not be limited to these alone. If it is bold and colorful and depicts or celebrates Latin culture, made or painted by Latin hands, conceived or written by creative Latino individuals… Latin Pop Shop will probably want to share it with the world!

Though it will be launched online, we also are considering “physical” representation of our artists in the form of art festivals and trade shows (perhaps even Latin Pop Shop Tour events!). Another goal for the future is Latin Pop Shop storefronts! For now, we will direct the bulk of our efforts and resources to e-commerce and take each step that follows wisely and logically as we grow. We are committed to representing our artists in ways that are sensible and well planned.

It has been so exciting… starting the year off with a clear goal, building it piece by piece. I look forward to watching Latin Pop Shop grow into a big success!

I'm dreaming big and I'm committing to my dreams. 2010 will be the year of Latin Pop Shop!

-John G.