Imagining Mozambique at Maxalot Gallery
On August 27, a fundraising traveling group show opens at Maxalot Gallery in Amsterdam. Eleven artists from around the world were asked to create a piece that would help to enlighten the public to the every day life of the children of Mozambique, in the hope of inspiring awareness and positive action in some capacity. Some beautiful works will be on display from Marcos Chin [above], Catalina Estrada and Para, among others.
Tagged: Amsterdam, Catalina Estrada, Imagining Mozambique, Marcos Chin, Maxalot Gallery
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