Gallery Chimera

Artist Spotlight: Dora Lopez
We are proud to feature the work of Dora Lopez, an artist whose paintings explore the emotional depth of the human experience through expressive mark-making, movement, and atmosphere.
From the powerful energy of "The Ultimate Dream", inspired by the aspirations and passion surrounding the World Cup, to her intimate figurative works such as "N**e I," "N**e," and "Thinking II," Dora's work invites viewers into moments of reflection, vulnerability, and resilience.
Working with layered textures and a distinctive balance of abstraction and representation, Dora creates compositions that feel both deeply personal and universally relatable. Her figures emerge from soft washes and expressive gestures, revealing stories of contemplation, strength, and human connection.
Dora's artwork is currently featured in For the Art of the Game at Gallery Chimera, showcasing the breadth of her artistic vision beyond the world of sport and into the complexities of the human spirit.
✨ Available works are currently on view at Gallery Chimera.

⚽✨"KICK OFF": MELVIN TOLEDO ✨⚽
Featured in For the Art of the Game is "Kick Off" by Melvin Toledo.
Working in charcoal, ink, chalk, and mixed media, Toledo brings a thoughtful and expressive approach to the theme of soccer. In Kick Off, a solitary figure stands poised with the ball at its feet—a quiet moment before the action begins. The piece captures anticipation, focus, and the universal excitement that comes before the first touch of the game.
The muted palette and textured surface create a sense of depth and reflection, reminding us that soccer is as much about preparation and determination as it is about movement and competition.
🎨 Kick Off
Mixed Media on Panel
14 x 8 in
Available
📍 Gallery Chimera
⚽ For the Art of the Game
🗓 On view through July 11, 2026
Come see this piece and the rest of the exhibition celebrating the passion, culture, and spirit of the world's most beloved sport.

⚽✨"The Joy of the Game" : JORGE ARCOS ✨⚽
We are honored to feature the work of Jorge Arcos in For the Art of the Game, Gallery Chimera's World Cup-inspired exhibition.
Arcos brings the energy, movement, and emotion of soccer to life through vibrant color and dynamic composition. His work captures more than the action on the field—it celebrates the joy, passion, and connection that make the sport a global language.
Featured here is "The Joy of the Game", a 24 x 30 inch acrylic painting that embodies the excitement and spirit of soccer through the artist's unique visual perspective.
Come experience this piece and the rest of the exhibition in person and discover how artists from Contrapunto interpret the world's most beloved game.
📍 Gallery Chimera
⚽ For the Art of the Game
🗓 On view through July 11, 2026
🎨 Original artwork available for purchase

⚽️ A Game of Soccer ⚽️
Growing up in Brazil, soccer was never just a game—it was part of everyday life. Played in the streets, on beaches, in empty lots, and wherever there was space to gather, it became a language of community, joy, and connection.
In A Game of Soccer, Carol Santos captures those memories through layered color, movement, and atmosphere, inviting us into the universal spirit of the beautiful game. Created in celebration of the 2026 World Cup, this work reflects both personal history and a shared global passion.
🖼 A Game of Soccer
🎨 Carol Santos
📏 30 x 30 in
🖌 Acrylic and pastel on wood panel
On view as part of For the Art of the Game at Gallery Chimera through July 11.

⚽️ SOCCER HOST ⚽️
Energy. Movement. Identity. Passion.
Soccer Host by Pedro Fuertes captures the spirit of the beautiful game through a dynamic blend of abstraction and symbolism. Layers of color, texture, and motion converge around the iconic soccer ball, reflecting the power of sport to unite cultures, communities, and generations.
Part of For the Art of the Game, this exhibition celebrates soccer as a universal language and explores the excitement, emotion, and connection that surround the world's most beloved sport.
🎨 Soccer Host
Oil on Canvas
20 x 20 in
Available
📍 Gallery Chimera
⚽ For the Art of the Game
🗓 June 11 – July 11, 2026
Stop by and experience this exciting collection inspired by the passion and global impact of soccer.

Thank you to everyone who joined us for the opening reception of For the Art of the Game with Contrapunto! ⚽🎨

We had a wonderful evening celebrating art, community, and the passion that connects us through the beautiful game. The energy in the gallery was incredible, and we're so grateful to all the artists, friends, collectors, and supporters who came out to make the night special.

If you couldn't make it to the opening, there's still plenty of time to experience the exhibition. For the Art of the Game will be on view for the next four weeks, and we would love to welcome you to the gallery.

Come see this dynamic collection of paintings and drawings inspired by the spirit, movement, and culture of soccer and the World Cup.

📍 Gallery Chimera
🗓 On view through July 11, 2026

We look forward to seeing you soon!

⚽🎨 ART OF THE GAME 🎨⚽
The beautiful game comes to Gallery Chimera.
Join us for Art of the Game, an international group exhibition presented by Contrapunto, featuring contemporary Latin American artists exploring the passion, movement, culture, and unity of soccer through painting, drawing, and mixed media.
Inspired by the FIFA World Cup and the universal language of sport, this exhibition celebrates the moments, memories, and emotions that connect fans across the globe.
📅 Exhibition: June 11 – July 11, 2026
🥂 Opening Reception: June 13, 2026 | 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM
📍 Gallery Chimera
624 North Highland Ave NE
Atlanta, GA 30307
Featuring works by: Jorge Arcos • Pedro Fuertes • Catalina Gomez Beuth • Dora Lopez • Wilay Mendez Paez • Carlos A. Solis • Melvin Toledo • Carol Santos
Whether you're a soccer fan, art lover, or collector, we invite you to experience this vibrant celebration of creativity, culture, and the world's most beloved sport.
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