opening at court tree collective in brooklyn

“Keeper of the Secrets,” 30″x30″, mixed media on wood panel.

I am thrilled to share that I am participating in the group exhibition “Out of Line” curated by Christina Massey. I will be debuting two new mixed media works on panel from my “Keeper of the Secrets” series.

The show will be up from March 5th, 2022 to March 27, 2022 at Court Tree Collective Gallery in Brooklyn, NY. I hope to see you at the opening at 3pm on Saturday, March 12th from 3pm-5pm.

To visit Court Tree Collective or learn more about the show, visit: https://courttree.com/WoArt

included in “artists of the bay Area” book

I am happy to share that I have a 2 page feature in volume 2 of “Artists of the Bay Area,” a book published by Jen Tough Gallery.  It is the first time my work has been presented in a hard cover edition, and it was an honor to be included with so many talented artists in my region. Below are some images from the book along with a link to Blurb where you can preview the entire publication. 

https://www.blurb.com/books/11023244-artists-of-the-bay-area-vol-2

Artist’s salon and new work

Curious about my studio practice? 😀 Join me at Artspan’s upcoming Art Salon on Thursday, November 11 from 6:30pm-8:00pm online via Zoom to learn more about new available work and upcoming exhibitions! PLUS, hear from several other artists exhibiting with me at ArtSpan’s SFOS Showcase Exhibition currently on-view at the South of Market Cultural Center in San Francisco.

RSVP via the Salon 3 link here: https://bit.ly/SFOSsalon3

The SFOS Showcase Exhibition presents the work of over 200 artists responsible for our region’s unique artistic landscape that attracts admirers from all over the world. Visit the show in-person:
📍 SOMArts Cultural Center, 934 Brannan Street, SF
Thursday-Friday 3–5PM & 5:30–7:30PM
Saturday-Sunday 12–2PM & 2:30–5PM

feature in sda exhibition in print

I am so happy to share that my work “Arachne 1” was featured in the Surface Design Association Fall 2021 Exhibition in Print publication “Confrontation to Catharsis.” In this article featured below, I talk about what inspired “Arachne 1” and my overall artistic process.

If you would like to learn more about the Surface Design Association, an international membership of artists that work with innovative approaches to fiber and materials, visit: https://www.surfacedesign.org/journal/about-the-journal/ They offer exhibition opportunities to artists as well as a beautiful quarterly print publication which I am so honored to participate in!

Affordable art for a great cause

I will be participating in three art benefit auctions for wonderful causes this month.  It feels really good to take action on my values by donating artwork to support organizations I believe in.  Below are the featured works and details.  I hope you can check out the websites and bid on my work or that of the many other artists who have work on offer!

Art for AIDS Auction
I have been selected as a featured artist at the 25th Annual Art for AIDS auction benefiting the UCSF Alliance Health Project! Register to bid on my work along with 200 other artists. Art for AIDS benefits marginalized people living with chronic mental illness, HIV, and substance use disorders.
Shown blow is “Eos II” which is an assemblage of acrylic on paper that has been hand cut and mounted to bristol board.  It is framed in white wood with plexi glazing and is 21″x26″.
Starting bid is $425 and bidding begins on October 11th!
https://ucsfaids2021.ggo.bid/bidding/package/13485798

I am excited to participate in the benefit exhibition “Hope and Possibility” through Bridgette Mayer Gallery.  20% of all proceeds from artwork sales will go directly to Tools for Schools and EducationWorks and will be used to purchase school supplies and provide academic support, career readiness, and enrichment programming for students of all ages in Philadelphia. Shown below is “Pegasus,” which is a collage of ink drawing, colored pencil, graphite on paper, transparencies and ink on yupo, mounted on cradled wood panel.  Size is 24″ x 24″.

Purchase price is $1,000! https://bridgette-mayer-gallery.myshopify.com/collections/2021-benefit-24-x-24-panels/products/holly-wong-pegasus

I am thrilled to participate in the annual Root Division Art Auction through the sponsorship of my gallery SLATE Contemporary. Root Division is a San Francisco-based arts non profit exhibition space that provides studio space to emerging artists and free or low cost art classes to children and the community at large.  It’s a rare treasure here in San Francisco very worthy of your support!

Shown here is “Juliet of the Spirits VI” which made of gouache, graphite, and candle smoke on paper with hand-cut drafting film, framed to 19×16 in maple wood. This year, the auction is a hybrid event with an in-person celebration the evening of October 21st, as well as online bidding for those who prefer to participate virtually that night.

Starting bid is $450 (Lot 36)
https://cbo.io/bidapp/index.php?slug=rootdivision

Virtual open studio

I am excited to invite you to my virtual Open Studio on Wednesday, September 29th between 4:00pm – 8:00pm PDT!!  As a part of the San Francisco Bay Area-wide ArtSpan event, I will be sharing my latest work and techniques with visitors through a free online platform called Booth Central.  It works similar to a Zoom call but allows for greater functionality and interaction with artists. 

Included below are pictures of some of my latest work that I will be discussing.  I look forward to questions, lively discussion and a wonderful evening!  In addition, I will be highlighting available works through my gallery SLATE Contemporary in Oakland, CA.

Click here to sign up for my Virtual Open Studio
Click here to view my available work through SLATE Contemporary

Exhibition Photos of “Phoenix” at SLATE Contemporary

I am so excited to share installation photographs from my solo show “Phoenix” on exhibit now at SLATE Contemporary Gallery in Oakland, CA.  This is my first solo show in the San Francisco Bay area and will be up until May 29, 2021. 

SLATE Contemporary Gallery is open for visitors Saturdays from 12pm-5pm.  They also welcome private appointments throughout the week to view the exhibition.  Contact info@slateart.net
View available works at: https://slateart.net/exhibition/phoenix/
Artist: Holly Wong Gallery: SLATE Art Photographer: John Janca
Artist: Holly Wong Gallery: SLATE Art Photographer: John Janca
Artist: Holly Wong Gallery: SLATE Art Photographer: John Janca
Artist: Holly Wong Gallery: SLATE Art Photographer: John Janca
Artist: Holly Wong +Various Gallery: SLATE Art Photographer: John Janca