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Eleanor Bigelow and Paige Williams (Harry's daughter)
The Heart is Still Here - A love letter and tribute to San Francisco.
Miriam Sweeney
We love Miriam Sweeney and her art. She loved art as a young woman, but then started a family and so art took a backseat. Miriam re-started her creation of art in the past five years or so.
Her city map pieces are about her love of place and all the memories she has of places she has been with the people she loves. Her egg shells and bees work is about the fragility of life. Her map and memorabilia pieces are about the lives we lead and all the history packed inside. If I recall correctly, the three lines on some pieces are about her three sons.
See @mir_sweeney on Instagram.
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Miriam's work draws you in
Philip Hua
Perplexity |
Phillip Hua is a San Francisco-based artist celebrated for his innovative mixed-media works that explore the intersection of nature, technology, and sociopolitical themes. Born and raised in San Jose, California, Hua grew up surrounded by rural landscapes that have since been transformed by Silicon Valley's rapid development. His childhood fascination with insects and nature inspired his artistic journey, which later evolved into a broader commentary on environmental degradation and digital life12.
Hua earned a BFA from the Academy of Art University in San Francisco and has exhibited his work nationally and internationally. His art combines traditional techniques, such as Chinese brush painting, with contemporary digital methods. Using materials like rice paper, wood panels, gold leaf, and industrial tape, he creates layered compositions that evoke themes of impermanence and interconnectedness. His use of grids and vibrant patterns reflects influences of mapping and digital screens12.
In 2016, Hua received a public art commission for the redesign of the 19th Street Oakland BART station. His work has been featured in prominent publications like The San Francisco Chronicle and Huffington Post. Currently, Hua teaches Digital Media at the Academy of Art University while continuing to produce evocative art that bridges tradition and modernity2.
Citations:
- https://48hills.org/2024/12/phillip-hua-art-triton-museum-of-art-review-san-jose-digital/
- https://www.philliphua.com/about
- https://smarthistory.org/curated-guide/ap-art-history/
- https://shoutoutla.com/meet-phillip-hua-artist/
- https://www.philliphua.com/pageresume
- https://www.wescover.com/creator/phillip-hua
- https://www.secessionsf.com/art/phillip-hua-solstice
- http://sfbaytimes.com/artist-phillip-huas-magnificent-new-solo-show-sf/
Answer from Perplexity: https://www.perplexity.ai/search/write-a-200-word-biography-of-yZ2s74IaSAKaCzifd_88WQ?utm_source=copy_output
In Phillip Hua's artwork, references to market statistics and natural elements like butterflies, cranes, and birds serve as metaphors for the tension between commerce, environmental degradation, and the beauty of nature. Hua juxtaposes financial graphs and newspaper clippings with depictions of flora and fauna to highlight the impact of economic growth on the environment. This contrast reflects his observations during a trip to Beijing, where he witnessed China's economic boom alongside significant ecological harm13.
The inclusion of butterflies, cranes, and other birds carries symbolic meanings rooted in both Chinese tradition and contemporary themes. For instance, cranes often symbolize longevity, while butterflies represent transformation and ephemeral beauty. These motifs evoke a sense of harmony and timelessness, contrasting with the transient nature of market data and human activity23. Hua's use of these symbols emphasizes the interconnectedness of life and the need for balance between progress and preservation.
By layering these elements in his mixed-media works, Hua invites viewers to reflect on the passage of time, the subjective nature of reality, and humanity's role in shaping the natural world. His art serves as a poignant commentary on how modern life blends digital and corporeal experiences while grappling with environmental consequences13.
Citations:
- https://48hills.org/2024/12/phillip-hua-art-triton-museum-of-art-review-san-jose-digital/
- https://uen.pressbooks.pub/arth2720/chapter/qing-dynasty/
- https://www.bart.gov/news/articles/2023/news20230403
- https://smarthistory.org/xie-chufang-fascination-nature/
- https://sfartscommission.org/our-role-impact/press-room/press-release/san-francisco-arts-commission-unveils-expansive-new-art
- https://evolutionnews.org/2024/05/fossil-friday-discontinuities-in-the-fossil-record-a-problem-for-neo-darwinism/
- https://www.wescover.com/creator/phillip-hua
- https://www.paintthevoid.org/the-city-canvas-archive.html
Answer from Perplexity: https://www.perplexity.ai/search/write-a-200-word-biography-of-yZ2s74IaSAKaCzifd_88WQ?utm_source=copy_output
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Perplexity |
Phillip Hua is a San Francisco-based artist celebrated for his innovative mixed-media works that explore the intersection of nature, technology, and sociopolitical themes. Born and raised in San Jose, California, Hua grew up surrounded by rural landscapes that have since been transformed by Silicon Valley's rapid development. His childhood fascination with insects and nature inspired his artistic journey, which later evolved into a broader commentary on environmental degradation and digital life12.
Hua earned a BFA from the Academy of Art University in San Francisco and has exhibited his work nationally and internationally. His art combines traditional techniques, such as Chinese brush painting, with contemporary digital methods. Using materials like rice paper, wood panels, gold leaf, and industrial tape, he creates layered compositions that evoke themes of impermanence and interconnectedness. His use of grids and vibrant patterns reflects influences of mapping and digital screens12.
In 2016, Hua received a public art commission for the redesign of the 19th Street Oakland BART station. His work has been featured in prominent publications like The San Francisco Chronicle and Huffington Post. Currently, Hua teaches Digital Media at the Academy of Art University while continuing to produce evocative art that bridges tradition and modernity2.
Citations:
- https://48hills.org/2024/12/phillip-hua-art-triton-museum-of-art-review-san-jose-digital/
- https://www.philliphua.com/about
- https://smarthistory.org/curated-guide/ap-art-history/
- https://shoutoutla.com/meet-phillip-hua-artist/
- https://www.philliphua.com/pageresume
- https://www.wescover.com/creator/phillip-hua
- https://www.secessionsf.com/art/phillip-hua-solstice
- http://sfbaytimes.com/artist-phillip-huas-magnificent-new-solo-show-sf/
Answer from Perplexity: https://www.perplexity.ai/search/write-a-200-word-biography-of-yZ2s74IaSAKaCzifd_88WQ?utm_source=copy_output
In Phillip Hua's artwork, references to market statistics and natural elements like butterflies, cranes, and birds serve as metaphors for the tension between commerce, environmental degradation, and the beauty of nature. Hua juxtaposes financial graphs and newspaper clippings with depictions of flora and fauna to highlight the impact of economic growth on the environment. This contrast reflects his observations during a trip to Beijing, where he witnessed China's economic boom alongside significant ecological harm13.
The inclusion of butterflies, cranes, and other birds carries symbolic meanings rooted in both Chinese tradition and contemporary themes. For instance, cranes often symbolize longevity, while butterflies represent transformation and ephemeral beauty. These motifs evoke a sense of harmony and timelessness, contrasting with the transient nature of market data and human activity23. Hua's use of these symbols emphasizes the interconnectedness of life and the need for balance between progress and preservation.
By layering these elements in his mixed-media works, Hua invites viewers to reflect on the passage of time, the subjective nature of reality, and humanity's role in shaping the natural world. His art serves as a poignant commentary on how modern life blends digital and corporeal experiences while grappling with environmental consequences13.
Citations:
- https://48hills.org/2024/12/phillip-hua-art-triton-museum-of-art-review-san-jose-digital/
- https://uen.pressbooks.pub/arth2720/chapter/qing-dynasty/
- https://www.bart.gov/news/articles/2023/news20230403
- https://smarthistory.org/xie-chufang-fascination-nature/
- https://sfartscommission.org/our-role-impact/press-room/press-release/san-francisco-arts-commission-unveils-expansive-new-art
- https://evolutionnews.org/2024/05/fossil-friday-discontinuities-in-the-fossil-record-a-problem-for-neo-darwinism/
- https://www.wescover.com/creator/phillip-hua
- https://www.paintthevoid.org/the-city-canvas-archive.html
Answer from Perplexity: https://www.perplexity.ai/search/write-a-200-word-biography-of-yZ2s74IaSAKaCzifd_88WQ?utm_source=copy_output
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Alvar Jacomet




Alvar Jacomet is an American-Argentinian artist based in San Francisco, known for his innovative approach to painting and ceramics. He originally studied fine art in Buenos Aires, focusing on sculpture before transitioning to digital art and later painting at City College of San Francisco. His artistic style is deeply influenced by architecture, shaped by his university mentors and inspirations like Lebbeus Woods, an architect known for his experimental designs.
Jacomet's work often explores themes of history, culture, queerness, and identity. He is particularly recognized for reimagining traditional ceramic tile art, such as Iberian azulejo and Mexican talavera, through a modern queer lens. Using materials like cobalt blue and tin white, he challenges the colonialist roots of these art forms by incorporating themes of male homosexuality and gay erotica. His "homosexual gay-ze" offers a fresh perspective on the male body while connecting ceramics with queer culture.
One of his notable pieces, 9/9/2020 (2024), reflects on personal and collective experiences during the COVID-19 pandemic, including the surreal orange skies caused by California wildfires. Inspired by artists like Vincent van Gogh, Jacomet’s work combines emotional depth with a bold reinterpretation of traditional mediums, making him a distinctive voice in contemporary art.
Citations:
- https://www.thheauction.org/silentauctionpreview
- https://findingaids.library.upenn.edu/records/PRIN_MUDD_RBD2
- https://www.instagram.com/kristafay.art/
- https://www.artbusiness.com/bklist.html
- https://www.instagram.com/sfcityartgallery/reel/DGQ6qt2RnwS/?api=esporte%2Bbet%E3%80%90GB77.CC%E3%80%91.kvgx
- https://www.instagram.com/sfartguide/?api=C54%E3%80%9066.cyou%E3%80%91.pwsu
- https://smeannualconference.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/14/2024/01/SME_MXC24_Annual_Conf_Onsite_Program_F2_low.pdf
Answer from Perplexity: https://www.perplexity.ai/search/write-a-200-word-biography-of-1fnpLItKRq2sCmmgLrIGzA?utm_source=copy_output
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