"BOLD: Unpretentious" group art show

 

We at the Paolo Mejia Fine Art and Design cordially invites everyone to attend our group show entitled “BOLD: Unpretentious”  this coming May at our main facility in Oakland. We will be exhibiting another great collection of work by artists locally, nationally to internationally. In this show, we will explore the boldness of their visual creativity whether using the medium as its main tool of exploration, dabbling with striking colors to capture visual connection, selecting captivating composition to bring interest, or repeating patterns to create illusion. These ideas and concepts that our guest artists are exploring will be showcased at our main gallery in Oakland. Come pass by this May to see our group show, meet and greet artists, and purchase a piece, or two, to diversify your collection.

reception:  MAY 5 (sat)  ;  5 – 8pm

art show:    MAY 5 – JUNE 25

location:

Paolo Mejia Fine Art and Design
5634 Shattuck Ave
Oakland, Ca 94609

www.paolomejia.com

artists:

Dani Ar
WIlly B
Elizabeth Dante
Reggie Davis
Lydia Hirari
Oliya Maicoh
Paolo Mejia
Janice Nakashima
Vernon Peasenell
Shraya Rajbhandary
Rafael Rodriguez
Molly Scott
Mercutio Timpe

"Intro/Outro: Introspection of the Mind"

BLOC5 and Foundry Commons proudly presents our February art show entitled "Intro/Outro: introspection of the mind", a duo art show that will be held at our San Jose annex facility. Come pass by and see our new art show. The show has been extended until the end of March.

    location:      Foundry Commons Microgallery
                       868 S. 5th St
                       San Jose, Ca 95112
 
    art show:     2/2 -3/30/18 (extended)

"the Ugly, Beautiful and Surreal" group art show

The Paolo Mejia Fine Art and Design cordially invites everyone to pass by and see our next group art show entitled “the Ugly, Beautiful and Surreal”. This group art show will usher in the new Solstice. As we usher in the Spring Solstice, we will explore each guest artists’ interpretation of how each perceive ugly, beauty and the surreal through their visuals using flora as a theme. This will be an interesting collection of work that will give a variety of visual pleasure. Come pass by our main gallery in Oakland and see this show in April

Reception:   APRIL 7 (Sat)  5-8pm

Art show:      APRIL 7 – 30

Where:        5634 Shattuck Ave.

                    Oakland, Ca 94609

                    www.paolomejia.com

Artists:

Willy B
Becca Barolli
Donna Marchesano
Paolo Mejia
Justin Pastores
Sandra Regan
Jared Roses
Eric Stampfli
Kelly Witte
Daniell Wogulis
Zsalto

"Beneath the Surface" by Marian Tiemann and Trudy Levy

 

PRESS RELEASE

Foundry Commons, Bloc5 and Paolo Mejia Fine Art and Design  are pleased to present “Beneath the Surface” by FUSE artists’ Marian Tiemann and Trudy Levy this April. In this April duo art show, Marian and Trudy will explore their own work to see what is beneath the apparent.

Through the lens of the camera and using different mediums to paint and make collages, Marian opens up the concept of a brilliant world exposed. Many surface layers create abstract expressive landscapes and revealing stories not always apparent at a glance. When we focus on beauty in daily life,the ordinary becomes extraordinary.

Playing with tweaking visual perception, Trudy examines how color, texture and context influence perception. Currently, she is looking to and referencing Cubists, graphic artists and Les Nabis for direction, in her work revealing a painting under a painting.

BLOC5 is hosting this event at Foundry Commons Microgallery, 868 S. 5th St, San Jose.

“Beneath the Surface’s” opening night will be in April 6 with a reception from 6 to 8 pm. In addition, the micro gallery will be open for viewing most weekends throughout April from 4pm to 7pm .

art show:    April 6 – April 30

reception:  April 6 (Fri)  ;   6 – 8:30pm

place:

Foundry Commons Microgallery
868 S. 5th Street
San Jose, Ca 95112

www.paolomejia.com

"Personal Geography 2" by Francince Hsu Davis

 

PRESS RELEASE

Jack London Square Realty, and Paolo Mejia Fine Art and Design are pleased to present “Personal Geography 2” by Francine Hsu Davis this March. In this March solo art show Francine will share her memories and experiences of her travels through her visual stories. 

When traveling, Francine always carries a sketchbook to document the world. She documents urban landscapes of the world as her big inspiration for her art process. Her experience of sketching onsite, dealing with weather, pestering insects, strange stares, and even odder conversations left unforgettable memories for Francine. She captures these unforgettable memories through her sketches and later transfers them onto canvases using colorful oil paints. The colorful oil paints she uses are an attempt to capture those memories in a tangible way. Francine believes that it is important that we continue to share our stories to others in whatever medium that we can relay it with, so that people can learn about places and cultures that are familiar and unfamiliar. The more we share our stories, the better we can built community. 

To learn more, please visit www.francinehd.com OR Instagram:@francinehd

We invite everyone to see Francine's solo art show at our annex space in Oakland.

art show:    3/17/18 – 5/11/18

reception:  3/24/2018 (sat)  ;  4 – 6:30pm

place:

  Jack London Square Realty
  311 Oak Street, Suite 116
  Oakland, Ca 94607

 www.paolomejia.com

CALL for ART

“BOLD: unpretentious” – group art show

Our gallery is in search for innovative artwork that explores the boldness of visual creativity whether using the medium as its main tool of exploration, dabbling with striking colors to capture visual attention, selecting captivating composition to bring interest or repeating patterns to create illusion. We would like to see your creative product so that we can share them to the community.

Our role is to share your creativity and provide a platform for your creative outlet. Submit now to be part of this group show.

DEADLINE:  CLOSED

       submission:

            + send up to 10 samples of your work that meets the theme or title
            + add a link to your website if you have one
            + visit our site at www.paolomejia.com

Intro/Outro: Introspection of the Mind

Bloc 5 and Foundry Commons proudly presents our February art show entitled "Intro/Outro: introspection of the mind", a duo art show that will be held at our San Jose annex facility. Come pass by and see our new art show.

    Foundry Commons Microgallery
    868 S. 5th St
    San Jose, Ca 95112

    reception:    2/2 (First Friday);   6-8:30pm
    
    art show:      2/2 - 3/1

CALL for ART: "the UGLY, Beautiful and Surreal"

“the UGLY, Beautiful and Surreal” –  group art show

The Paolo Mejia Fine Art and Design are looking for artwork for our March group art show entitled “the UGLY, Beautiful and Surreal” that will be held at our main gallery in Oakland. We are seeking guest artists to submit floral work that represents the ushering of Spring Solstice and the departing of Winter. The group art show will showcase individuals in how they see flora as a symbol of the transitioning of the Solstice. We want to share your creative voice through art. Submit now and be part of this March group art show.


        DEADLINE:    CLOSED    

        submission:

            + send up to 10 samples of your work that meets the theme or title
            + add a link to your website if you have one
            + visit our site at www.paolomejia.com

      

“Human FORM: reinterpreted” by Bill Jackson

 

We would like to announce our next art show at our main gallery in Oakland entitled “Human Form: Reinterpreted” by Bill Jackson. He will be showcasing his new body of photographic work. In this exhibit, he explores the human form and transforms them in a simple B + W generated organic shape. Reminiscent of quazi-rorschach feel, he captures the essence of the body form in a minimal abstract visual effect.

Come pass by our main gallery in Oakland this January and bring in a new year by seeing and purchasing new art.

PAOLO MEJIA fine art and design
5634 Shattuck Ave
Oakland, Ca 94609
www.paolomejia.com

reception:   Jan. 13 (Sat), 3 – 5pm

art show:    Jan 4 – 30, 2018

"Inspired Before Nature" by Joe Bastida Rodriguez

We invite you to attend "Inspired Before Nature" by Joe Bastida Rodriguez, a solo show showcasing plein air work. Pass  by our annex facility in San Jose, Ca.

Foundry Commons Microgallery
868 S. 5th Street
San Jose, ca 95112
Dec. 1 - 17

First Friday @ Foundry Commons

Bloc5 (coordinated by Paolo Mejia) and Foundry Common management are continuing their collaboration together to bring to the community a group show by local artists. Come pass by Foundry Commons this November 3rd and see a fantastic group art show!

located:

Microgallery 

868 Fifth Street
San Jose, Ca 95112

reception:

November 6 (Friday)   :   6:30 – 9pm

art show:

  Nov 3 – Nov 30

First Friday (at Block 5), San Jose

 

The Paolo Mejia Fine Art and Design, and Foundry Common management are collaborating together to bring to the community a group show by local Citadel artists. This group show will showcase the talent of these local artists with an eclectic group of work. Come pass by this October 6 at Foundry’s Microgallery.

located:

Microgallery
686 Fifth Street
San Jose, Ca 95112

reception:

October 6 (Friday)   :   6:30 – 9pm

art show:

Oct 6 – Nov 2

Urban Cognizance

We at the Paolo Mejia Fine Art and Design and Jack London Square Realty will be hosting "Urban Cognizance", a duet art show showcasing paintings by Michael Sacramento and Justin Pastores, at our annex facility in Oakland.

Urban Cognizance is about creative awareness of Justin Pastores and Michael Sacramento's environment. Justin observes and paints with a social perspective regarding immigrants and their response to living in a different culture. Michael acts as a recorder and interpreter of his immediate day to day surroundings. Being that they both live in the same environment in the San Francisco Bay Area, they seemingly share the same aesthetic. However, the effect of their artwork is nuanced by their subject matter and delivery. Justin tends to focus on people and with the use of a more figurative painterly style, while Michael focuses on the collage of surfaces and images. Together, Justin and Michael's exhibition aims to provide viewers a new lens in which to see their world and inspire them to look at their surroundings with a keener eye.

This art show will further explore and relay the idea of Acculturation theory and the Fourfold model through minorities who immigrate and raise their families in a new dominant hosting culture. Individuals, families, and communities respond with either Assimilation, Separation, Integration, or Marginalization. Other aspects along with the Fourfold model are responses to sub cultures, generation disparities, identity, gentrification, and the results of recession.

art show:   October 2 - November 29

  Jack London Square Realty
  311 Oak Street, Suite 116
  Oakland, Ca 94609

CALL for ART: "Cut and Paste" group art show

The Paolo Mejia Fine Arts and Design are looking for artwork for our October group art show entitled “Cut and Paste” that will be held at our new gallery at Upper Temescal/Bushrod District of Oakland. We are seeking guest artists to submit collaged artwork that expresses innovation, creativeness and strength in any format. The group art show will showcase the versatility of artists and see what kind of visual art they can produce. We want to see and share your creativity with the community. Submit now and be part of the Grand Opening of our new facility in Oakland.

Guideline:

– Submit images of available artwork(s)
– A website where we can see more of your work, along with your bio (if you have a

   website)
– Send info to paolomejia@hotmail.com
– We will contact you if selected for the show

– If selected, artwork must be framed or stretched professionally with appropriate  

  hanging device

– 75/25 (artist/gallery) commensurate
– Delivery: TBA
– Any questions do let us know

submission DEADLINE:     CLOSED

Bushrod/Upper Temescal Gallery Opening

“Grand Opening” – Bushrod District gallery

 

We at Paolo Mejia Fine Art and Design are very excited to announce our comeback in showcasing art and introducing artists to the community. We will be opening our new brick-and-mortar gallery in the Bushrod/Upper Temescal District of Oakland this late July to early August. It has been a long wait in finding our own space. Finally, here we are to re-establish our activities and mission. This new space will open more doors for us and our fellow artists. We hope that you continue to support us by following us and attending our functions. There will be more positive news coming up. So, stick around and anticipate a fresh new space and activities.

Citadel Open Studio

 

The Citadel Artist Community along with the Paolo Mejia Fine Arts and Design, invites everyone to attend our Open Studio the first two weekends this June. We are opening our art community to the public, where everyone can visit studios, meet and greet artists, purchase arts, and connect. Come pass by our artist commune and see a diverse artistic scene this June.

Event:

June 3 + 4 and  10 + 11  (Sat/Sun)  :  11 - 5pm


Location:

Citadel
199 Martha Street, Suite 100 - 200s
San Jose, Ca 95112

CALL for ART - "Current" group art show

The PAOLO MEJIA FINE ARTS and DESIGN with the collaboration of FOUNDRY COMMONS and CITADEL are seeking guest artists to submit artwork that expresses innovation, creativeness and strength. The group art show will showcase artwork that is contemporaneous of the milieu of the post post-modernism of the art scene. We are seeking artists and artwork that breaks and defy the status quo with content and/or context. We want to see and share your creativity with the community. This group show will also be parallel with Citadel Open Studio this June.

This group show is an attempt to proliferate the diverseness of the art culture in the historic old Cannery Area of downtown San Jose. Our vision, is to create a new art district and connect with the community. Be part of this historic movement!


SEE prospectus :  www.paolomejia.com

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