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Artwork: Bone Decor

October 11, 2017

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“Bone Decor” was a new piece that was created with the Chillin Productions art show in mind. It is more of a decorative, non-narrative piece with a collage of different elements–bones, flowers and a snake skeleton. The shape of the piece mimics that of the human anatomy, with the ribcage and colorbone. I want the viewer to appreciate the beauty of the organic osteological forms and not get distracted by the horrific notion of death. The lily flowers were incorporated to compliment the theme.

Travel Photos: Cuba

October 11, 2017December 7, 2017

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Here is my full photo album on SMUGMUG HERE

Beautiful Cuban Smiles, Street Portraits

Havana, Vintage Ride in Revolution Square

Havana, Las Terrazas, Santiago

Blue Vintage Car in Cojimar

Cuba!!! Rich in passion, culture, vibrancy and art.

I’m very happy to have had the opportunity to see the lovely architecture of Old Havana with the amazing vintage cars driving by. In the evening, I caught a Cuban jazz show with the Buena Vista Social Club 🙂

Local Afro-Cuban music and dance performance

Stunning sculpture at the Columbus Cemetary

On a tropically rainy day, I visited the Colon (Columbus) Cemetary and learned more of Santeria (Way of the Saints). Local legend at the cemetary: “La Milagrosa”, or Amelia, a local woman who died in childbirth along with her child, was visited everyday by her heart-broken husband, knocked on the tomb to console himself, believing she was only asleep. Years later, her body was exhumed (for reburial) and witnesses claimed that her body remained intact and her body position moved, holding her child in her arms rather than sleeping solo on her back–Amelia then became a symbol of hope and love. Every day, locals visit her grave and ask for blessings/ wishes, while decorating her site with flowers and gifts, continuing on this unique tradition.

Quiet town of Las Terrazas

Las Terrazas had a quiet beauty, with lush green surroundings and a taste of the small town life. Along the way, I met a few Cuban artists and visited their studios.

Cojimar: Grungy Coolness

Cojimar was where Hemingway wrote his famous literary masterpieces. The town has a distinct seafarer personality, with the architecture and decor reflecting the romantic carefree attitude.

Mantanzas, Varadero

Veradero was an exquisite beach paradise, though seemed very exclusive.

Santiago: Cathedral of Our Lady of the Assumption

Santiago: Cathedral of Our Lady of the Assumption, Interior

Santiago: San Pedro de la Roca Castle Fortress

Several months later, I came back to Cuba on my way to help out in the Dominican Republic, and passed through Santiago, saw the San Pedro de la Roca Castle, a mighty UNESCO fortress, and the lovely Cathedral of Our Lady of the Assumption in the downtown area. Pride and passion of the Cuban people seeps into all facets of life.

VISIT> My Travel Photos of CUBA

Artwork: Dark Skull Illustration and Collage Artworks, Metallic Embellishments for Chillin Productions

October 2, 2017August 11, 2018

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Created these special versions of the Bone Decor art for the Chillin Productions Art Show at 111 Minna Gallery (organized by Wonderland SF).

Mixed media: my illustrations, metallic findings, and coyote jawbone (painted silver). Since the item was to be displayed vertically, I glued the bones to the surface, then drilled holes into the board and it was sewn together with fishing line wire. A lot of behind-the-scene efforts, but well worth it.

Art Show: Chillin Productions Sept 2017

September 29, 2017

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If you’re in the Bay, come and have a lil fun this weekend!

Chillin Productions is cool showcase of designers & artists [including mine 🙂 ]. Live Music, drinks, cool vibes, and a portion of the proceeds will benefit the Mexican Earthquake Relief fund, organized by Irene Hernandez-Feiks via Wonderland SF

When:
-Fri, Sept 29 > Fashion and Shopping!
-Sat, Sept 30 > Art Show

Where: 111 Minna Gallery, San Francisco
8pm-2:00am , $10/door or $15 for 2 nights

-Art Exhibit by 150 Bay Area Artists
-Augmented Reality
-Live painting

Get tix at EVENTBRITE

Artwork: Tribal Tattoo Underwater Animals

September 19, 2017September 19, 2017

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This “Tribal Underwater Marine Animals” Art print set was super fun to create. Get the set here on ETSY~ today! 🙂

Art of Sherrie Thai, Shaireproductions.com

September 15, 2017September 15, 2017

Here are some of my art pieces that will be displayed at the Wonderland SF Gallery on Saturday, September 16 for the “Dreaming of Better Times” art show. Sooooooooo excited!!!

Artwork: Lilith, Tree Goddess

September 10, 2017September 15, 2017

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This “Lilith, Tree Goddess” Art print is now available on ETSY~ so add it to your collection today! 🙂

The piece was inspired by the famed goddess in old folklore, where feminine beauty and power reign free. Lilith is the goddess of freedom, courage, and passion. I created this piece with pen/ink, graphite, photography for the background and a tiny bit of digital coloring. The tones are kept minimal, to highlight her otherworldly qualities. Lilith seduces her subjects with her hands of branches as she is one with the earth. Skulls reside in her headdress, which were based upon the exquisite ornaments of old Chinese royalty, suggesting her royal status.

Art Show: Dreaming of Better Times at Wonderland SF Gallery

September 9, 2017September 22, 2017

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I’m thrilled to be participating in the “Dreaming of Better Times” art show with several other uber cool artists at the amazing Wonderland SF Art Gallery & Boutique in the Mission District. 🙂

Here’s Lilith, a lil work-in-progress embellishment for the art show 🙂 Check out the full collection!

When: Saturday September 16, 2017 @ 6-10pm
Where: Wonderland SF
1266 Valencia Street, San Francisco
415-205-4587

The Facebook Event Page is HERE. Show runs till Oct. 13th. There’s also music and drinks–hope to see you there!

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Update: Work is available for purchase through WONDERLAND SF Gallery

My artwork on display–weeeeeeee!

Also, here’s a video snippet of the show on opening night:
ON INSTAGRAM

Artwork: Revenge of Madame Butterfly

September 7, 2017September 15, 2017

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The “Revenge of Madame Butterfly” Art print is now available on ETSY~snatch it up! 🙂

Puccini’s “Madama Butterfly” is widely known as a beautiful classic opera, and although I can appreciate the aesthetics and musicality of the creation, I loathe the story. The protagonist is portrayed as a weak woman who unfortunately fell in love with a coward, who uses her and takes away her child, leaving her to commit suicide as an escape from her broken heart.

“Revenge of Madame Butterfly” is my dark continuation of the story–the protagonist gains strength in the afterlife and exacts her revenge on all who had wronged her, mainly her unfortunate lover. What she lacked in life was gained in her passage to the underworld. I combined the “Day of the Dead” makeup with the geisha outfit to emphasize the narrative spirit of the piece. The colors on the face are kept minimal to denote the ghostly presence. I also took some creative licensing with the sword design–more daunting and menacing than the typical samurai sword. Why do guys get to have all the fun?

Freebies: Urban Grunge Textures

August 22, 2017

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I created a new board on Pinterest for FREEBIES, Free Backgrounds and Images where you can download and use the images and resources in your projects. It’s available to use freely and without restriction for commercial and non-commercial projects. To download, simply right-click on the image above or just drag it to your desktop.

Check out https://shaireproductions.com/tag/freebies/ for more free resources 🙂