Denise Ward is the curator presenting the Black Artists of Northern California Show at the Petaluma Art Center, from July 18 to August 24, 2024.

Artist Talk August 11th 1pm-2pm

Closing Reception August 24th 12noon-4pm. Video from exhibit under the Videos tab. Article from exhibit can be found here: https://www.petaluma360.com/article/news/petaluma-arts-center-black-artists/?artslide=16

Happy 2024! It's been awhile since I've written a Blog and this one is about my birthday.

My mom held her contractions on July 4th because her doctor was not available and she went to a barbecue. The next morning I popped out and my dad caught me. It's a longer story than that but I like it this way. I celebrate my birthday for the whole month and I start that by usually creating a painting. This year I am going to create an art show. 50/50 will be held on July 5th from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m. at The Gather on Locust Street in Walnut Creek. I am currently trying to decide which of my 50 paintings to bring. Since I've last written, 3 years ago at least.. I have created more than 150 pieces and it's kind of a tough decision but I am planning on going with a lot of my newest pieces from this year. Everything this year has been inspired either by my heritage, Country Flowers, my family and the photo captures by my friend Linda True a great San Francisco artist.

Another dilemma I'm having, at Chino has a woman as a daily challenge sometimes is what to wear! I have started a new clothing line on Le Gaaleriste.com https://www.legaleriste.com/irene.bee.kain.artists. visit my store Here

Happy New Year!

With 2020 firmly in the past I am excited to announce that 2021 will be bigger and better for the art world in general. Yes there are challenges with our events going virtual...ie I have to figure out videoing lighting still :) and of course I miss seeing all of you at our gallery receptions and in person Open Studios but these challenges just make me work harder to bring you my view of the world. Whimsical, happy and uplifting, all components we need to navigate life and especially these difficult times.

Hop over to my website and checkout the Events page for the latest in Venues showing my work. The Art of the African Diaspora event starts in 10 days and will run for several months with multi venues in person and online. The San Francisco Women Artist Gallery has several wonderful shows I will be participating in, including online Gallery tours and The Oakland Art Library has my work for "Check Out" or purchase. More events and shows will be scheduled for the year so check back frequently.



May your Year be good to you and may art find its way into your life.

Happy 2021

May 1st is here and I'm sure we all are ready to be free to do what we please. Visit our friends, enjoy a fantastic restaurant or just enjoy browsing a gallery or museum. Unfortunately since our Stay at Home has been extended yet again, perhaps really taking a look at your space and finding the items that make you happy and dusting them off. Really bringing to the forefront your happy place.

 

For me being able to create Art at this time is where I find happiness, my walls are covered with various collections in process. Photos of Berkeley at night, Flowers in Golden Gate Park, Paintings of Canada's Great Bella Coola, each one has it's own happy spirit. My Art makes me smile, reminds me of a great memory and just in general brings my spirit up, this is what i hope does for my collectors.

 

So dust off your photos, rearrange your art Wall and make a happy place for your eyes to rest during the day. If you need inspiration, take a look at my website for uplifting ideas and feel free to tell me which are your favorite pieces.

 

 

ETSY Shop is open at https://www.etsy.com/shop/RecycledSoulart

 

Stay safe and enjoy your day!

 

The award goes to SFWA Gallery!

The San Francisco Women Artists Gallery has been in a supportive role guiding artists in their pursuit to showcase works for 133 years. Yes way back in the 1800's this foundation has connected women in the arts and the world. 

The mission of San Francisco Women Artists is to support, promote and expand the representation of women in the arts, mentor aspiring young artists, and host exhibitions and events that help create a shared, cultural relationship between our artists and the public. 

 

SFWA believes the creative and transformative power of artists inspires us, provides needed insight, and connects the human family.

 

Exhibitions change monthly with a few receptions happening throughout the month. Check out the exhibition page sfwomenartists.org 

Thursday March 4th 5:30 - 8pm

Saturday March 6th afternoon

2020 is cruising right along and there is so much happening before Spring has sprung. Take a look at my works in Progress and be sure to visit one of the exhibitions showing my work across the Bay Area!

 

January - March 2020 Spreading my wings! I am happy to announce working with The Richmond Art Center and The Art of the African Diaspora and their satellite exhibits around the Bay Area. More information under Events  http://richmondartcenter.org/exhibitions/

 

February 2020 brings me to a dream made reality! As a San Francisco Hearts Artist!!! (yes I made a heart) Sister Cities will bring awareness to those whom were unaware we have so many sister cities and will bring great funding to The  San Francisco General Hospital Foundation. https://sfghf.org/

 

March 2020 I will be showcasing my new collection of Cityscapes at San Francisco's Women Artist Gallery...in the Artist Salon! This collection of 13 pieces show Acrylics on canvas,  Photographs and Mixed Media. Make sure you visit at the Opening Reception (more information to come...see events page)

"So lucky to live in this greater Bay Are & to share all the creative energy that finds its way into my Art."   -Irene

The last events of the season are underway and I'm and ready for a little nap and to do it again bigger and better than 2019. New art is in the planning stages and the many events are being placed on the calendar. sign up for newsletters and check the evenets section monthly for all that's happening.

 

Did you enjoy any particular works of mine when you visited my studio or the San Francisco's Woman Artists Gallery? Let me know as i am creating Art for you! Yes you...my friends and art collectors. Let's make 2020 the start to a beautiful decade of  fun uplifting art and community.

 

Happy Holidays everyone!