See the works of Venezuelan artist Joel Bustamante beginning January 18 through June 8. The exhibition will feature 30 photographs in both color and black-and-white, titled “Framing Tokyo: Joel Bustamante’s Architectural Photography.”
According to the Appleton Museum, Bustamante was “Born in Caracas, Venezuela, Bustamante enjoyed an international education early on in his career. He graduated at The Art Institute of Fort Lauderdale while working in the college’s photography department. Bustamante owned and operated an advertising agency in Caracas for a decade before graduating with a Master’s in architectural photography from Tokyo-based Nihon University. During that time, he created a photo exposé of the amazing modern architecture in Japan from the 1970’s through the 1980’s that was capped by the 1985 one-of-a-kind structures erected for the World’s Fair held in Tsukuba Science City, located north of Tokyo.”
The Appleton Museum of Art in Ocala is a cultural treasure that offers an inspiring blend of art, history, and education. Part of the College of Central Florida, the museum boasts an extensive collection of over 18,000 works spanning various periods, cultures, and mediums. Visitors can explore pieces ranging from European paintings and sculptures to contemporary art, African artifacts, and pre-Columbian ceramics. The museum's striking architecture, with its grand marble facade and serene reflecting pools, adds to the experience. Beyond its galleries, the Appleton hosts rotating exhibitions, workshops, and community events, making it a vibrant hub for art lovers and a must-visit destination in Central Florida.
