The Rialto Center of the Arts celebrates the lives of lost loved ones with art, food and music.
In honor of the Hispanic holiday, Day of the Dead, the Institute of Mexico held an event at the Rialto Center.
Born in Panama, Georgia State student Maria Crawford learned about this holiday from her high school teacher. Crawford said after coming out of classes with nothing to do, she decided to pay a visit.
“I didn’t know they were going to have art and food, so it’s a great event,” said Crawford.
Drinks, music, crafts and dancers were also present at the event. Professors were also giving credit for classes to those who attended.
“I honestly came out for extra credit, but we love Day of the Dead,” said Ciara Ladson, another Georgia State student.
Contacted by Gabriela Gonzalez-Lamberson, executive director of the Institute of Mexico, several artists came out to showcase their work.
“There’s a lot of space here that we can fill with great art,” said Gonzalez-Lamberson.
Among the artists who were present included Carlos Solis and Julio Mejia.
“It takes me about a year to finish a painting. I don’t know why,” said Mejia while discussing his art work.
The event was peaceful and serene at the beginning, but as more people started to gather, the atmosphere transformed to excitement with dancers and a live band.
“It’s just a cool experience,” Solis said. “It’s a view from the Mexican culture.”
