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Since Apollo's inception in 2008, the multimedia and arts integrative aspect of programming has been essential to our work. We believe that bringing together different art forms enhances the audience experience and provides augmented context and understanding to our performances - while supporting artists of all stripes and walks of life.
Apollo has sponsored dozens of art works which include canvas paintings, digital artworks, dance choreography, and fibre art, among others. These artworks are utilized in multiple forms, they begin in live performance and transform into print form, digital form and most importantly they become part of our educational programs. Please consider a gift to invest in this unique opportunity.
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WE THE PEOPLE
24-25 season artwork
OIL PAINTING ON CANVAS by LIANA AMAYA
JUNE 2024
JUNE 2024
ABOUT LIANA AMAYA
Liana Amaya is a multi media artist currently based and working in Houston, Texas. She is primarily an oil painter, but delves into various intaglio printmaking processes, photography, graphic design, and digital media.
She graduated Cornell University with a Bachelor of Fine Arts and a minor in Inequality Studies in 2022.
She graduated Cornell University with a Bachelor of Fine Arts and a minor in Inequality Studies in 2022.
ABOUT THE artwork
In the painting “We the People”, the arts serve as beacons of hope amidst the turbulence of our political landscape, echoing the resilient spirit of Houston's multicultural communities. Through a symphony of colors, symbols, and figures, this piece illuminates the profound influence of artistic expression, music, and activism in navigating the challenges of modern democracy.
At its core, a diverse ensemble drawn from Apollo Chamber Players' 17th season takes center stage, positioned beneath the sheltering branches of an olive tree—a timeless symbol of peace and harmony. These figures stand in solidarity, their countenances reflecting a spectrum of emotion—from steely determination to unwavering hope. Against the backdrop of a dawning day, symbolizing renewal amidst uncertainty, a sense of communal strength and resilience prevails.
Surrounding the central figures, a collage of peace, democracy, and knowledge unfolds in vivid detail. An American eagle soars overhead, a captor or guardian of knowledge and freedom, while delicate Japanese paper cranes and a sea of white poppies offer pleas for peace amidst the cacophony of political discourse. Yet, beneath this serene facade lies the complex interplay of ideological differences, each symbolic gesture inviting viewers to explore the layers of meaning and nuance embedded within.
As viewers engage with the artwork, they are drawn into a shared moment of contemplation and introspection, where political divides fade and empathy flourishes. They discover a sanctuary of shared values—connection, individuality, and perseverance—where the seeds of unity are sown amidst the soil of diversity. It is a reminder of the enduring strength inherent in collective action, as we strive together towards a more just and equitable society.
Through its vibrant colors, evocative imagery, and thought-provoking themes, this piece invites us to embrace our shared humanity and advocate for a brighter tomorrow.
At its core, a diverse ensemble drawn from Apollo Chamber Players' 17th season takes center stage, positioned beneath the sheltering branches of an olive tree—a timeless symbol of peace and harmony. These figures stand in solidarity, their countenances reflecting a spectrum of emotion—from steely determination to unwavering hope. Against the backdrop of a dawning day, symbolizing renewal amidst uncertainty, a sense of communal strength and resilience prevails.
Surrounding the central figures, a collage of peace, democracy, and knowledge unfolds in vivid detail. An American eagle soars overhead, a captor or guardian of knowledge and freedom, while delicate Japanese paper cranes and a sea of white poppies offer pleas for peace amidst the cacophony of political discourse. Yet, beneath this serene facade lies the complex interplay of ideological differences, each symbolic gesture inviting viewers to explore the layers of meaning and nuance embedded within.
As viewers engage with the artwork, they are drawn into a shared moment of contemplation and introspection, where political divides fade and empathy flourishes. They discover a sanctuary of shared values—connection, individuality, and perseverance—where the seeds of unity are sown amidst the soil of diversity. It is a reminder of the enduring strength inherent in collective action, as we strive together towards a more just and equitable society.
Through its vibrant colors, evocative imagery, and thought-provoking themes, this piece invites us to embrace our shared humanity and advocate for a brighter tomorrow.
music loveCANVAS PAINTING by TONY PARANA
2018 
ABOUT TONY PARANA
captures subject matter ranging from community life to local architecture, all having warmth and vibrant movement.Paraná works primarily in oil painting, mixed media, sculptures and mosaics. His work has been exhibited in São Paulo-Brazil, Los Angeles-CA, Albuquerque-NM, New York City-NY, Paris-France, San Antonio-TX, Austin-TX and in his current home, Houston-TX. His private collection has traveled across the country and internationally to places mentioned above as well as to Helsinki-Finland and Miami-FL. MUSIC LOVE IN CONCERT
MUSIC LOVE IN THE COMMUNITY
HCPL CentennialDIGITAL ARTWORK by PHILLIP PYLE
Created for the Harris County Public Library Centennial virtual celebration 2021 
ABOUT phillip pyle, II
Phillip Pyle, II is a visual artist, graphic designer, photographer, and agitator based in Houston, Texas whose primary interests are race, humor, advertising, sports and popular culture. Mining imagery from sources diverse as mass consumer culture, contemporary advertising, to ephemera, historical imagery, and hip-hop, Pyle introduces a complex vision that derives from a robust comedic foundation while also looking at the abstraction and transience of our values, and beliefs. Artwork images
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EARTHRISEFIBRE ART by GEOFFREY SHILLING
2019 
ABOUT GEOFFREY SHILLING
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Moonstrike ARTWORKCANVAS PAINTINGS AND LEDGER ART by DUSTING MATER
2022 
ABOUT DUSTIN MATER
Dustin Illetewahke Mater (Chickasaw) is an award-winning multimedia artist and designer whose works are featured in the permanent collection of the Smithsonian's National Museum of the American Indian. "As a visual artist, one of the tools I use for inspiration and storytelling ideas is music. The performances and compositions on this album filled my imagination with wide vistas, plateaus & the shell carvings of my Muskogean ancestors. The Ledger Art portraits celebrate this uniquely American Indian art form and honor the wonderful artists of MoonStrike." Album artwork
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