Beatnik Studios is presenting a special exhibition on Friday August 31st featuring artwork by Christine Hodgins and Jack Alvarez in cooperation with Milk Gallery. The show was planned as a collaboration between the two artists to explore similarities and departures in each of their approaches to process and form.

Christine Hodgins presents large scale drawings in pen on paper from her series titled “Release”. The drawings are observations on natural forms and interior mindscapes wherein the frenetic energy of the line reflects a search for escape, renewal and solace.

Jack Alavarez has taken familiar symbols and icons and placed them out of context. The paintings stir one’s perception in an exploration of elemental design, presenting an alternative visual experience of imagery that we often filter through our own subconscious and file away in our own personal categories.

The reception, from 6:00 -9:00 pm, will offer an opportunity for friends to gather and celebrate the brilliant life and talent of Christine Hodgins, who has left us all too soon.

Following the art opening will be a rare "Blue Moon" concert featuring Richie Lawrence and the Yolos, with special guests from San Francisco, Nearly Beloved.

PLEASE NOTE: Beatnik Studios will be open for the Preview Thursday art walk on September 6th from 6:00 - 8:00 pm. We are NOT OPEN on any SECOND SATURDAYS! Our studio is booked up for private events.

Please join us for this special night at Beatnik on Thur. August 16th

Wayne Jiang creates stunning works of narrative realism that combine elements of contemporary design and documentary photography with the finest qualities of traditional painting.  His scenes are reminiscent of 20th Century realist painters - depicting moments in life that are timeless - though rendered in rich, warm colors that bring to mind the luminosity of Old Masters paintings.

Born in Guangzhou China, Wayne came to the United Staes at age 15 and went on to earn a degree in illustration from San Jose State. He lives in Pacifica and paints full-time in his studio in San Francisco.  Jiang also teaches painting technique, plays music,  and is working on his first documentary film about dulcimers.