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Welcome to A.I. Oakland/ 2042 Gallery News. We are delighted to have you with us. 2042 Gallery and its parent company, A.I. Oakland’s mission is to encourage, promote and connect artists it represents with fellow artists, galleries and individuals within the arts community through exhibitions and distribution of art news and opportunities.
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Dear friends, family and patrons,
I am humbly and happy to announce that the sequel to my Oakland All-stars series is currently on display at Oakland City Hall, 3rd floor, curated by Veda Silva (Museum Project Coordinator of the African American Museum and Library at Oakland - AAMLO/ Oakland Public Library) in collaboration with the City Administrators Office.
Join me next Wednesday, April 10th 6-8pm for the reception of my solo exhibit "City of Stars" at Oakland City Hall. Limited Entry, please RSVP Here - https://CityofstarsbyEricMurphy.eventbrite.com
Thank you for your continued support. Enjoy the show!
Artistically Yours,
Eric Murphy
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(Above Left) Eric Murphy “Thomas L. Berkley” (Oakland Allstars series)
Mixed Media and artist's hand painted black mat | 28” x 20.5”
(Above Right) Eric Murphy “Mark Hamill” (Oakland Allstars series)
Mixed Media and artist's hand painted black mat | 28” x 20.5”
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"AT-TRIBUTE:
OAKLAND CITY of STARS,
THEN & NOW
Mixed Media by Eric Murphy
March 18 - April 18, 2024
Co-curated by: Veda Silva (Museum Project Coordinator of the African American Museum and Library at Oakland - AAMLO/ Oakland Public Library - OPL) in collaboration with the City Administrators Office.
Exhibition supported by the City of Oakland Administrator's Office, AAMLO, A.I. Oakland. Sponsored by the Ari Jo Fund (Rock, Paper Scissor Collective)
For exhibition information, contact Veda Silva: 510.637.0200
Opening Reception and Artist Tour:
next Wednesday, April 10th | 6-8pm
To register, visit:
https://CityofstarsbyEricMurphy.eventbrite.com
“At Tribute” is the titled exhibition by Oakland native and Oakland-based artist, Eric Murphy. The double entendre which means to be present at a tribute (this exhibition), highlights the attributes of people and things that are being commemorated or regarded as influential from Oakland, California.
Celebrating Oakland’s finest both past and present, Murphy continues his series of famous people you may or may not know that are from or affiliated with Oakland in one capacity or another in his “Oakland All-Stars” series. They are engulfed in a map of Oakland, decorated in its district lines as motifs that the artist has been using since 2016. Embedded in each map are images of their story of fame or their connection to Oakland or career background. Its playing cards format includes the City of Oakland logo in place of the normal playing cards suit and pips (hearts, spades, etc.) below the celebrity’s initials with a language translation on the flip side. Each framed piece has a hand-painted black mat by the artist to center the viewer’s eye on the playing card presentation. Various found images are mixed with designs and photographs taken by the artist to complete the final work.
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OAKLAND INTERNATIONAL Ts
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OAKLAND IN YORUBA (Nigerian)
Translated by Nedra T. Williams and friends
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Oakland translated in isiXhosa. This is a tribute to the late South African President, Nelson Rolihlahla Mandela and his Oakland visit and speech in 1990 and the West Oakland Street named after him.
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Oakland in Spanish. This is a tribute to Dominga “Dominguita” Velasco - May 12, 1901 – October 11, 2015 (one of the longest living Mexican born supercentenarians) and other Oakland pioneers from Mexico to 7th St in West Oakland to the Fruitvale District.
Translation contributors: Zahava Sharez, Gabriel Castillo Elizabeth Jiminez Montelongo, Gabriel Navar, and Martin Segobia
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My Chadwick Boseman Tribute shirts are for sale. This design is not currently uploaded to my website yet but just select the Wakandan tshirt and email info@2042gallery.com that you want the Chadwick Tribute shirt instead along with your order # - In the subject line put - Change to Chadwick Tribute shirt (or whatever hoodie or style of shirt you select). Thank you everyone for your support! E.
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Above photo by Chizu Sawabe: Fukuoka, Japan Mayor Sōichirō Takashima
and former Oakland, Mayor Libby Schaaf
The Okurando (Oakland) 60th Anniversary edition of my Oakland in Japanese shirts. Check out my website for other designs - www.2042gallery.com 2022
Oakland in Japanese (Nihongo) translated by N. Rose. The first of this Oakland International series was inspired by an artists exchange project I managed in 2012 in celebration of Oakland and Fukuoka, Japan’s 50th Anniversary as sister cities. Okurando (Oakland) is also the first word I learned while studying Nihongo (Japanese Language) in 2011 in preparation of my trip to Fukuoka.
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Oakland in Farsi (Iranian) translated by
Vida Karvandi, Arash Shervin, and Sameh Khalatbari
(Left) - Zoroastrian Symbol
(Right) Lion and the Sun (Šir-o xoršid)
from the 1973-79 State Flag of Iran
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"From the Town to Washington" in Tamil/Hindi
translated by S. Chundur and anonymous source
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New Oakland in Tagalog & Baybayin design
in memory of Christine Balza
(graduated to the next realm on Friday, May 27, 2016)
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A tribute to a long time friend that introduced and taught me Baybayin
Christine Balza, a self taught artist, painter, sculpture found her inspiration with the ancient Filipino script, Baybayin; a lost writing system from the indigenous people of the Philippines. Christine has taught Baybayin in workshops at Immaculate Conception, Sonoma and San Francisco State University and the Asian Art Museum.
To learn more about Christine Balza, visit: https://patch.com/california/sanleandro/artist-revives-ancient-filipino-writing-system
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NEW 2022 REVISED VERSION
Oakland in Tagalog/Baybayin translated by E. Balza and L. Benetua
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ORIGINAL VERSION
Oakland in Tagalog/Baybayin translated by E. Balza and L. Benetua
10% off through March for Herstory Month and May for
Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month 2021
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Oakland in Hebrew. Translated by Z. Sharez
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(Left) Oakland in Thai translated by P. Harncharnvej
(Right) Black Lives Matter shirts with the Wakandan script initials BLM and the Xhosa (South African Bantu language) slogan "Yibambe" (pronounced E-bombay) loosely translated as "Hold Strong"
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(Left) Oakland in Korean( Hangul - 한국말) translated by K. Barth (Right) Oakland in Greek translated by C. Clambaneva
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Top Left - Oakland in Japanese (Nihongo) translated by N. Rose. The first of this Oakland International series was inspired by an artists exchange project I managed in 2012 in celebration of Oakland and Fukuoka, Japan’s 50th Anniversary as sister cities. Okurando (Oakland) is also the first word I learned while studying Nihongo (Japanese Language) in 2011.
Top Right - Oakland in Arabic translated by N. Shalhoub
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Above Left - Oakland in Hindi Script translated by S. Chundur. Oakland doesn’t have a verbal translation in East Indian language, only written translation in Hindi script and Sanskrit.
Above Right - Oakland in Wakandan script designed by Academy Award Winning production designer, Hannah Beachler derived from Tifinagh and Sabaean. Comes in all style shirts listed below and also pull over Hoodies.
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Above Left - Oakland in Chinese Simplified translated by Claire Lau. It is dedicated to Oakland's Sister City of Dalian, China. Come in all style shirts including Women's Cut t-shirt displayed to the right.
Above Right - The New 2020 Revised Oakland in Amharic (Ethiopian) translated by B. Tesfaye. The L in the word has the actual Amharic written translation of Oakland.
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S – XL $30.87 (w/ 10.25% tax) | 2XL $35.28 (w/ 10.25% tax)
Colors: Black, White, Burgundy & Gld (Okilanidi & Oakland Hindi shirts)
Styles: Regular T-shirts, Long Sleeve, Pull Over Hoodies,Women's Racerback Tank Top (Charcoal Grey & White), Men's Muscle T (sleeveless T-shirts) Black
Sizes: S - 4XL
NOTE: Special sizes, solid colors and styles available by request
S – XL $30.87 (w/tax) | 2XL - 4XL $35.28 (w/tax)
Pull Over Hoodies S-XL $60.08 w/tax) | 2XL - 4XL $65.55 (w/tax)
To make a purchase, CLICK the payment options below. Identify which shirt language, size, style you want to purchase via Paypal or Venmo.
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2042 Pop Up Shop Inside Joyce Gordon Gallery 406 14th St. Oakland, Ca. 94612
Wed - Sat 1-6pm
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Above Left - Reflections I by James Gayles and Pochino Press (2016) $24
Above Right - Reflections II by James Gayles and Pochino Press (2019) $30
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ART GRANTS AND OPPORTUNITIES
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CALL FOR ARTISTS
The City of Albany has released a Call for Artists for the inaugural installation of the Albany Murals Project: murals on four columns supporting the BART tracks on the Ohlone Greenway. Applications are welcome from individuals as well as teams, collectives, and collaborators. The theme is "Gateways," and the
deadline for submissions is Monday, May 20th at 4 PM.
For more information, visit: https://www.albanyca.org/murals
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New Public Art Opportunity from the Alameda Point Collaborative and LifeLong Medical Care!
Bay Area Artists are invited to submit qualifications to create artwork for the Medical Respite Center, a key element of the Alameda Wellness Campus. The RFQ is open to Bay Area artists who live, are employed, or have an artist’s studio in the 10 counties of Alameda, Contra Costa, San Francisco, Marin, Napa, Solano, Sonoma, San Mateo, Santa Clara, and Santa Cruz.
Two art opportunities will be implemented and can be applied to individually or combined. The intent of the Art Opportunity One is to create beauty and foster well-being for clients and providers. The intent of Art Opportunity Two is to express gratitude for the funding partners and community leaders who helped realize the project.
The maximum budget for Art Opportunity One is $30,000 and maximum budget for Art Opportunity Two is $50,000.
The deadline to submit your qualifications is April 19, 2024.
For further information, please see the project website: https://www.alamedawellnesscampus.org/
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CA Arts & Culture Summit: Tuesday, April 16
Tickets are On Sale Now! Last year’s event sold out in advance, so make plans now and get your tickets today!
Join Californians for the Arts for the second annual CA Arts & Culture Summit in Sacramento. The Summit will take place during CA for the Arts 6th Annual Arts, Culture & Creativity Month (ACCM) with this year’s thematic focus “Art Work is Real Work.” The Summit will feature insightful conversations and workshops aimed at exploring initiatives that profoundly impact and shape the lives of all who work in the arts and all that is possible when we collectively center art, creativity, imagination, and inspiration as integral to society.
For more info, visit: https://www.caforthearts.org/programs/ca-arts-culture-summit
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ART NEWS & COMMUNITY EVENTS
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Join us TODAY, FRIDAY April 5th 6-9pm for the artist talk with Ashlei Reign and her exhibit, "Stars and Diamonds" AOTAD Satellite Exhibit (Back Gallery)
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Ashlei Reign “Erykah Badu” Acrylic On Canvas 30" x 40"
Ashlei Reign “Bob Marley” Acrylic On Canvas | 30" x 30"
"STARS AND DIAMONDS"
paintings by Ashlei Reign
ART OF THE AFRICAN DIASPORA
SATELLITE EXHIBIT @ JOYCE GORDON GALLERY
MARCH 1 - APRIL 27, 2024
(In the Back Gallery)
Curated by Eric Murphy
Artist Talk: Friday, April 5th, 6-9pm
"STARS AND DIAMONDS ONLINE PRICE LIST:
https://conta.cc/49H17Mx
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I Love Art. I love Music. I love Hip Hop. It's really that simple. I've had no formal training in regards to the arts, just desire, passion and a willingness to do it. My mother is a painter so I grew up drawing occasionally here and there, but in 2012 I committed to filling the walls of a small studio space with paintings. After painting a wide range of subjects (i.e. animals, portraits, butterflies, abstract, etc.) with acrylic paint being my primary medium of choice, I figured I should merge two things I love most which are music and art. I started with Hip Hop and grew to painting a wider range of individuals who have had a significant impact on my life. My goal is to highlight their beauty and use highly saturated colors to symbolize just how colorful our world is.
The Art of Living Black/The Art of the African Diaspora. Now in its 27th year, Art of the African Diaspora (AOTAD) continues to express and celebrate the creative achievements of artists of African descent. This year, over 150 artists showcase their work at Richmond Art Center, as well as in open studios and satellite exhibitions at different venues around the Bay Area.
For more information, visit: www.joycegordon.gallery
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"FRONTLINE PROPHET: JAMES BALDWIN"
A traveling exhibition by Sabrina Nelson
Co-curated by Ashara Ekundayo and Omo Misha in collaboration with Gallery Curator, Eric Murphy
MARCH 1 - APRIL 27, 2024
(In the Front Gallery)
"FRONTLINE PROPHET: JAMES BALDWIN"
ONLINE PRICE LIST:
https://conta.cc/3xks1f5
For more information, visit: www.joycegordon.gallery
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"SEIZE THE GAZE"
Group exhibit of women artists
May 3 - June 29, 2024
(In the Front Gallery)
Curated by: Susan Almazol in collaboration with Eric Murphy
Featured Artists: Susan Almazol, Barbara Mumby Huerta, Eustorgia Sol Navarrete, Laura Ming Wong, Simone Nia Rae, Cynthia Tom
Opening Reception: Friday, May 3rd | 6-9pm
Artists Panel: Saturday, June 8th | 3-5pm
Closing Reception: Saturday, June 29th | 6-8pm
For more info or to register, visit: https://seizethegazeatjgg.eventbrite.com
Click HERE for press release:
The “Seize the Gaze” exhibition is a captivating immersion into the boundless presence of women of color across generations made possible when women of color themselves determine the gaze – the lens through which they are perceived.
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The gallery is open
Wednesday - Saturday 1-6pm and by appointment.
406 14th St. in Downtown Oakland
P: 510.465.8928
Stay connected with us at the Gallery!
www.joycegordon.gallery
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Image: Betty Nobue Kano, End of the Rainbow, 1979, Acrylic on canvas, Prismacolor pencil.
Exhibit Dates: March 9 through April 23, 2024
Rhythmix Cultural Works
Gallery Hours: March 23, April 6 and April 20
from 1:00-3:00pm; or by Appointment.
2513 Blanding Avenue | Alameda, CA 94501
510.865.5060
Closing Reception*: Sunday, April 21, 2024, 4:30-6:30pm
Free; RSVP recommended
https://rhythmix.my.salesforce-sites.com/ticket/
*Special Engagement: Please join the Buddhist Temple of Alameda for a screening of Carving the Divine: Buddhist Sculptors of Japan on Sunday, April 21, at 2:00pm.
CLICK HERE for more information.
What is Contemporary Buddhist Art? Is it art about Buddhism? Is it art by Buddhists? Is it about spiritual growth and expansion? Awakening and Enlightenment? Movement beyond the personal towards the infinite? Yes and No and It Depends.
The Buddhist Churches of America (BCA) and The Buddhist Temple of Alameda have joined with Rhythmix Cultural Works to present a curated collection of works by contemporary Buddhist artists Betty Nobue Kano, Joyce Nojima, Kai Issei Fujioka, Valerie Pham and Joan Di Stefano.
Betty Nobue Kano’s work as an artist and activist has helped shape the landscape of the arts for Asian Americans and women of color. She was a lecturer in Japanese American Art and Literature at SF State University for 18 years and was Director of Pro Arts, a non-profit gallery in Oakland. She co-founded Art Against Apartheid, Women of Color Camp and Asian American Women Artists Association.
bettynobuekano.com
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Betty Kano. Love Letter #3 (1992) Acrylic on canvas. 36 x 36”
IN THE PRESENCE OF:
COLLECTIVE HISTORIES OF THE ASIAN AMERICAN WOMEN ARTISTS ASSOCIATION
JANUARY 27 - APRIL 20, 2024
CURATED BY: CHRISTINA HIROMI HOBBS
1275 WALNUT STREET | BERKELEY, CA 94709
510.644.6893
GALLERY HOURS: |THURS–SUN, 12PM–5PM
https://www.berkeleyartcenter.org/in-the-presence-of
CURATOR’S STATEMENT
“What is an Asian American woman artist?”
Karin Higa’s influential essay from 2002 recounts the historical exclusion of Asian American women from the male-dominated Asian American movement and the second wave feminists of the 1960s and 1970s by tracing the art and lives of the following Asian American women artists: Ruth Asawa, Hisako Hibi, Theresa Hak Kyung Cha, Rea Tajiri, and Hung Liu. The author recognizes the specificities of the artists’ personal and collective histories, generational differences, and artistic practices, and she concludes, “What is the wisdom in grouping the diverse and divergent practices of these artists?”
The Asian American Women Artists Association (AAWAA) was founded in 1989 by the artists Flo Oy Wong and Betty Kano with the ardent support of art historian Moira Roth as an ecology of support for Asian American women that provided the space for experimentation and the reimagining of “a place of one’s own.” Through the production of exhibitions, slide presentations, symposia, and publications, AAWAA has sought to address Asian American women artists’ historical absence within mainstream art institutions and their misrepresentation within the historical record. Over the past thirty-five years, the association has fostered the creative practices of hundreds of artists and writers in the Bay Area including Lucy Arai, Ruth Asawa, Bernice Bing, Theresa Hak Kyung Cha, Lenore Chinn, Terry Acebo Davis, Shari Arai DeBoer, Hisako Hibi, Nancy Hom, Betty Kano, Genny Lim, Hung Liu, Barbara Jane Reyes, Pallavi Sharma, Cynthia Tom, Flo Oy Wong, and Nellie Wong.
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LIVE CONCERTS ARE BACK AT GEOFFREY'S!
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SUNDAY LIVE JAZZ PERFORMANCE FEATURING
YANCIE TAYLOR & LARRY NOBLE SR. 4/7/24
Free HOUSE drink with each advance purchased ticket!!
Tickets: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/871497972897?aff=oddtdtcreator
Dinner Available For Purchase
Full Bar and Lounge
Jam Session/Open Mic Immediately Following the Show
Advance sales end at 5pm 4/7/24, cover there after is $15 per person without the free drink
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GEOFFREY'S INNER CIRCLE IS PROUD TO HOST SCHOOL OF THE GETDOWN'S YOUTH ARTS CAMP
SCHOOL OF THE GETDOWN YOUTH ARTS CAMP
Offered at no cost for youth ages 10-16
Limited Space Available!
A multidisciplinary and fun arts program for youth ages 10-16 of all skill levels, encompassing vocals, music fundamentals, dance, rap & spoken word, drum corps, and percussion.
July 29-August 2, 2024 - 9am-5pm Daily
Student Recital August 3, 4pm
Geoffrey's Inner Circle
For more information or to register visit www.fayecarol.com/youthartscamp
or contact fayecarolbiz@gmail.com
School of The Getdown Youth Arts Camp is offered at no cost for youth participants ages 10-16 of all skill levels. Our goal is to instill and cultivate a love of the arts in each student, with a well-rounded, multidisciplinary curriculum. We aim to foster a community based on mutual respect and encouragement so all students can discover and explore their creativity and expression. Each student will embark on a journey of discovery of the arts, studying vocals, music fundamentals, rap & spoken word, percussion, drum corps, and hip-hop dance in a supportive, fun environment. Our powerful faculty roster of renowned educators, artists, and performers will guide students of all levels through a life-changing learning experience covering diverse cultural traditions and forms of expression.
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PRESENTING THE SAXOPHONES COLOSSUS FREE MASTERCLASS SERIES MONDAYS 6-8PM AT GEOFFREY'S INNER CIRCLE. A GREAT OPPORTUNITY TO LEARN DIRECTLY FROM 8 GIANTS OF THE SAXOPHONE! ALL CLASSES ARE FREE AND OPEN TO ALL - SAXOPHONISTS, VOCALISTS, AFICIONADOS, STUDENTS, AND CASUAL LISTENERS ALIKE.
The series will conclude with The Great Saxophone Summit Concert Sunday August 11, 6pm at Geoffrey’s with these great saxophonists converging in performance, also featuring The Dynamic Miss Faye Carol! More info to come.
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GEOFFREY'S INNERCIRCLE shirts created by Eric Murphy ©2022. My artwork on back: Geoffrey's name translated in Wakandan Script. Tagline translated in Nsibidi. Size tag and wash info translated in Xhosa
To purchase contact, EricMurphy: eric.aioakland@gmail.com
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