Naughty or Nice

The reception for "Naughty or Nice" is tomorrow at Copro Gallery! I'll be showing a painting inspired by Krampus. Who is Krampus?

Sex, Drugs, Money, and Guns

Tomorrow is Gauntlet Gallery's one year anniversary group show! All about sex, drugs, money, and guns.

https://www.facebook.com/events/376381952506735

Authoring Evolution

This December, Loakal presents the three-person group show “Authoring Evolution,” featuring recent work by Robert Bowen, Xiau-Fong Wee and Lauren YS. The oeuvres of these Bay Area-based painters are steeped in science fiction. The three artists create a tension between the futuristic and the mythological with their otherworldly, figurative work. The human, animal and machine are combined to create hybridized forms that speak of the human condition in today’s increasingly digitized society.

Curated by Nastia Voynovskaya and Eddie Colla, “Authoring Evolution” probes the ways in which tropes that were once science fiction are becoming reality. Anthropomorphized animals have long been at the core of folklore across different cultures and time periods. In likening other creatures to ourselves, we illuminate our own strengths and follies. Yet, in recent history, our proximity to technological advances has changed the visual language of the human imagination. As drones become a factor in military operations and advents such as Google Glass and easily-accessible 3D printing are not too far on the horizon, the exhibition invites viewers to reflect upon how the surreal is bleeding into reality.

Robert Bowen’s paintings infuse a realist style with action-packed (and often militaristic) imagery. His depictions of insects crossbred with lethal weapons seduce viewers with their dangerous beauty. Focusing primarily on female protagonists, Lauren YS’s work recalls Donna Haraway’s famous essay, “A Cyborg Manifesto,” with its futuristic vision of womanhood that diverges from the traditional narrative of femininity. While Bowen and YS’s work is rife with dystopian elements, Xiau-Fong Wee’s contemplative paintings immerse viewers in a utopian setting where the spirits of nature seem to emerge from an enlivened landscape.

Opening Reception:

December 6, 6-10 PM

Loakal Gallery

560 2nd St.

Oakland, CA

Opening Reception of Los 7 Pecados Capitales/7 Deadly Sins

Featuring
Renee Castro
Works by:
Amandalynn
Agustin Morales
Benjamin Clarke
Calvin Lai
Felicia Gabaldon
Hannah Corbett
Jon Ching
Joshua Lawyer
Justin Young
Melanie Alves
Philip Lawson
Sergio Navarro
Telopa Treloky
Xiau-Fong Wee
+ more

When: Saturday Novermber 2, 2012
6pm-10pm
Where: Wonderland SF Gallery (2929 24th Street, SF CA 94110)

Join us for an amazing exhibit and complimentary drinks
www.wonderlandsf.com

Duodecad

WAREHOUSE 416
416 26th St, Oakland, California 94612

FIRST FRIDAY RECEPTION
Friday, November 1st 6-10pm
Featuring Scrivani Productions Handcrafted Cocktail Bar

ARTIST TALK
Saturday, November 16th 2-4pm
Featuring Steve Javiel & Duncan Robson

CLOSING RECEPTION
Saturday, November 23rd 1-5pm

GALLERY HOURS
Saturday, 1-5pm

ARTISTS
Jaclyn Alderete
Olivia Chen
Kieran Collins
Nathaniel Evans
Mariangela Le Thanh
Holly Mathews
Steve Javiel
Golda King
Duncan Robson
Joevic Yeban
Xiau-Fong Wee
Helice Wen

RESIDENT VENDORS
Diane Dunwoodie:: Contemporary Abstract Art
Kaya Sattva Jewelry:: Recycled Silver and Gold Jewelry
Jersey Art Corner Germaine De Luca:: Original Oil Paintings

FIRST FRIDAY VENDORS
Liba:: Falafel Truck
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Orundide:: Silk-Screened Tees and Hoodies
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GUEST CURATOR Olivia Chen

Lana Purnell and Xiau-Fong Wee at Studio Gallery

Featuring Lana Purnell's still life and my cityscapes, this exhibition is up August 7 to September 1. The opening reception is not until this Sunday, August 18! Stop by STUDIO Gallery to say hi!

City Streets

From April 24th to May 26th, come see City Streets at Studio Gallery.

 Check out the unique takes of the bay area by local artists! The opening reception is April 28th from 2 to 6 pm, at 1815 Polk street, San Francisco.

Fathoms: The Underwater Deep

This Friday, April 12th come explore the alternate underwater depths at Big Umbrella Studios. Although I will not be attending the opening, I look forward to showing with amazing local artists! If you're around the area, do stop by the gallery to check out the exhibit while it is up!

Big Umbrella Studios
906.5 Divisadero Street,
San Francisco, CA 94115
Opening Reception 7pm-11pm

Visions and Reflections

My piece for the show titled "Omen"

Come see "Visions and Reflections" Saturday April 13th at Gauntlet Gallery! Fifty artists each create work on identical 12x12inch wood panels based on the show's title and theme. 

Gautlet Gallery
1040 Larkin Street
San Francisco, CA, 94109
Opening Reception 7pm-10pm

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Tarot: The Art of Fortune

If you are around San Francisco this Saturday March 16th, come to the opening of "Tarot: The Art of Fortune."

This unique show, curated by Michael Cuffe of Warholian, showcases a re-imagined version of the  standard Rider-Waite Tarot deck. Each artists chose one card and recreates that card in his or her own vision, while staying true to the general symbolism.

The card I chose is the Ace of Wands.

The opening reception goes from 6-10 pm and features 78 artists.  The exhibition will be on display at Modern Eden Gallery, 403 Francisco Street, San Francisco, from March 16th to April 6th.

For more information and details, click here or here.

Hope to see you all there!

Winter Group Show

Tonight is the opening of the Moleskine Project #2! Come check out all the stunning artwork at Spoke Art Gallery in San Francisco anytime from 6 pm to 10 pm. If you can't make the opening, do stop by sometime after; the exhibition will still be displayed until December 29th.

And tomorrow......

...at FFDG, is the Winter Group Show. Featuring a couple small works from twenty artists, it is going to be one dynamic show! I am excited to be showing a drawing and a painting there with these talented people. The opening for this is Friday, December 7th from 6-9 pm, at 2277 Mission St. San Francisco, CA, 94110.

Moleskine Project #2

I am excited to be a part of this show with over 50 amazing artists from around the world! The show consists of pages taken out of artists' moleskine sketchbook. Many will be creating images on the front and back of the pages, so it is like two pieces in one. Custom frames for the exhibit will also be double sided to show off both sides. The Moleskine Project will be at Spoke Art in San Francisco. Make a note on your calendar and come check it out!Click on the image below for a list of participating artists:

So naturally, having three different bodies of work, I had to decide between drawing and painting.

I could not decide so I did both, a page with a painting on both sides, and a page with a drawing on both sides. Also I took my concept of animals with guns and glasses and gave it a twist! A boston terrier and a tabby cat holding water guns from the 90's and wearing shutter shades, and in color! (click on the image for a larger view):

Power Pet (side 1)

Power Pet (side 2)

Insect Juice (side 1)

Insect Juice (side 2)

Another decision to make- I am to send only one page! So I have to decide which to put in the show....hm....

Making of "Slow Motion"

With ten days left until Corporeal Clusters ends, I thought I would share a couple beginning stages of "Slow Motion."

"Slow Motion"
Acrylic on Canvas
40" x 54"

If you want to see this painting in person, along with my other recent Concept paintings, head on over to 111 Minna Gallery! November 10th is the last day to catch the exhibit!

Opening of Corporeal Clusters

Thanks to all who stopped by October 19 for the opening of Corporeal Clusters!
Many people showed up despite the fact that there was a game playing that same night. It was quite a crowd. Thanks to Hi-Fructose who posted pictures and did a small write up on their site. Here are some photos of mine:

Melissa Arendt's work

Paintings by Kelly Allen

Seven of my most recent paintings all together!

(photo cred: Heather Wee)

The exhibition goes on until November 10. Do stop by 111 Minna Gallery to check it out :-)

Corporeal Clusters

Next week is the opening of Corporeal Clusters at 111 Minna Gallery!

I am happy to be showing with two other amazing artists: Kelly Allen and Melissa Arendt. Seven of my most recent paintings from the Concept series will be displayed. If you around town, definitely come to the opening reception for some fun! If you cannot make it that night, make a trip to the gallery sometime before November 10 to see the exhibition during open hours.

The opening reception is Friday, October 19, from 5 pm-late
111 Minna Gallery
111 Minna street
San Francisco, CA, 94105

Magic Safari

The title basically sums it up! In this show curated by Betty Bigas (Roll Up Gallery), approach to the ferocious, vivacious, vigorous, cute, adorable and touching beings with whom we share the land, The animals. I am very excited to be showing work with a great group of artists:  

Deedee Cheriel
Joana Santamans
Xiau-Fong Wee
Joshua Coffy
Santos Román
DeLa
Masako Miki
Shayna Yasuhara
Chelsea Brown


The opening reception of Magic Safari will take place next week, September 28 2012, from 6:00- 9:00 pm at Roll Up Gallery. So come by!

Euik!

I wanted to post this here sooner but I have been sooo busy. Spoke Art posted it on their page on Facebook, and I also made a note it on my Facebook fan page though, so for those of you who saw the notification, you had a head start!

Anyway, there is now a brand new fine art print! 

From Summer Group Show, "Euik!" comes signed, features hand deckled edges, an emboss, and is limited to only 50 copies worldwide! Foreveeerrr! So get it while you can!

http://store.spoke-art.com/collections/fine-art-prints

http://store.spoke-art.com/collections/fine-art-prints/products/xiau-fong-wee

Summer Group Show

Coming soon!



Opening night: Thursday August 2, 2012 6pm - 10pm

Show on view through: Saturday August 25, 2012

Spoke Art Gallery is proud debut our annual Summer Group Show, featuring a diverse range of local, national and international emerging artists in a salon-style exhibition. This August exhibition showcases a selective roster of varying mediums and styles found throughout the contemporary scene, with introductory works perfect for emerging and established collectors and fans.

Artists include: Allan Innman, Michael Ramstead, Bec Winnel, Eddie Colla, Rich Pellegrino, Xiau-Fong Wee, Steve Seeley, Megan Wolfe and Nicole Gustafsson.

What: August Group Show

When: Thursday August 2 6pm-10pm (opening night)

Where: Spoke Art Gallery - 816 Sutter Street, San Francisco CA 94109

Website: http://www.spoke-art.com

Artist links:

Allan Innman: http://allaninnman.com/

Michael Ramstead: http://michaelramstead.com/

Bec Winnel: http://becwinnel.com/

Eddie Colla: http://eddiecolla.wordpress.com/

Rich Pellegrino: http://www.richpellegrino.com/

Xiau-Fong Wee: http://xiaufong.com/

Steve Seeley: http://thedelicatematter.com/

Megan Wolfe: http://megwolfe.net/

Nicole Gustafsson: http://www.nimasprout.com/

Facebook Event Page: http://www.facebook.com/events/317582218331722/

To Emerald City

Have you read the previous post Follow the Yellow Brick Road?

The opening is tomorrow night, and I have been helping WonderlandSF hang all day, and spent the final few hours painting around my piece.

Not the greatest photo, but if you want to zoom in on the detail, stop by sometime! Although the opening reception is tomorrow night, the exhibition will be up for about a month. 

So check out the previous post for the addresses, times, and more information!

Follow the Yellow Brick Road

Remember the Opposites show at WonderlandSF Gallery?

Crest & Trough painting installation from July 2011

That was an awesome exhibit because artists continued their paintings past the borders onto the gallery wall. I had Crest & Trough on display the show went great!

Now, a year later, WonderlandSF is going to hold another exhibit just like that! The theme is "Something like Oz," featuring many amazing artists. I will be displaying my latest piece from the Concept series, 'Search Within.'

Search Within
Acrylic on Canvas
20 x 30 inches

What goes on beyond the borders of this painting?

The opening reception coming very soon! I think I will be painting on the gallery walls this coming Thursday, July 26th, before the opening reception Friday, July 27th. Stop in and visit me while I am painting to say hi, or come hang out at the show, or both!

The reception is July 27th, from 6 -10 pm, at WonderlandSF
2929 24th Street (between Florida and Alabama)
San Francisco,CA 94110