Dia De Los Muertos in Campbell

Traditionally speaking, the celebration of the dead or Dia De Los Muertos is Nov. 1 and 2.

The tradition of celebrating the life of the dead through food, arts and family is a custom that originated in Mexico. Typically, altars are built to dead family members and include photos, favorite items and foods.

In most regions of Mexico, Nov. 1 is the day the lives of children and infants are celebrated while Nov. 2 is the day the lives of adults are celebrated.

The festivities have grown in popularity within the last decade and Day of the Dead altars, traditional baked goods and decorations are now mainstream.

Campbell too is celebrating this festival through art.

On Saturday, Oct. 22 from 6 to 10 p.m., opens its doors to pay tribute to the ancient tradition through art.

The exhibit will feature work by local artists as well as the gallery owner herself and will continue on to Oct. 28.

Each will create various work, including almost 100 5"X5" mini canvas that will be on display on the "big wall" of the gallery. Each will be available for purchase at $95 each.

Local artists participating:

Christine Benjamin
Beto Bravo
Mary Bravo
Renee Berglund
John Cloud
Mary Medrano
Sonya Paz
Carlos Villez