tomorrow is never promised

Opening Thursday, September 2, 7-10PM, fabric8 is pleased to present the first half of Tomorrow Is Never Promised, a solo show featuring new works by artist Erik Otto. The second half of the show will debut the following week at White Walls.

In his largest solo show to date, filling two San Francisco galleries, Erik Otto illustrates the themes of struggle one must face in order to achieve growth – self-fulfillment versus self-destruction and how the transient nature of time dictates the uncertainty of life. The new body of work, which is more abstract and expressive then his past pieces, addresses the idea of facing one’s personal fears in order to reach true potential and real progress.

Erik Otto exhibits in galleries nationally and internationally. With an education in Illustration, Design, Screen Print, and Street Art, Otto practices his art across multiple disciplines. In addition to painting, he has designed and built large-scale installations, theatre sets, retail storefronts, private commissions, and independent film sets. Otto recently completed the acclaimed Artist-in-Residence program at Recology San Francisco and is committed to using recycled paint and materials to produce work that is both expressive and conceptual. He received his BFA from San Jose State University and currently lives and works in the Mission District of San Francisco.

Tomorrow Is Never Promised will be on exhibit from September 2 through October 4 at fabric8; as well as from September 11 through October 3 at White Walls Gallery. Be there!

audio visual show

We are pleased to present the group show "Audio Visual". There are still a few pieces available so please email us with inquiries. Enjoy!


Andy Stattmiller, "Wu Tang Clan", gouache and stain on wood, 3.5in. x 3.5in. (x9), SOLD


Christopher de Leon, "Static Lullaby", woodburning and acrylic on wood, 20in. x 10in., SOLD


Ninjagrl, "Audio Visual", acrylic on canvas, 16in. x 12in., US$ 250


Ninjagrl, "Cetacean Audioscope", acrylic on canvas, 20in. x 10in., SOLD


Ninjagrl, "Bug Sonata In D", ink and acrylic on wood, 11.75in. x 5.5in., SOLD


Daniel Fleres, "A Heartstring Home", mixed media with found objects, 21in. x 11in., US$ 550


Alice Koswara, "Afternoon Delight", mixed media on paper, SOLD


Alice Koswara, "Ruby Darling", mixed media on paper, SOLD


Grant Gilliland, "Bomber Music", acrylic on wood, 10in. x 8in., US$ 200


Phoneticontrol, "Note Such Thing", mixed media on paper, 10in. x 8in. framed, SOLD


Phoneticontrol, "Soundsystem", mixed media on paper, 9.5in. x 11.5in. framed, SOLD


SCUBA, "Motion On The Wall", acrylic on wood, 11.5in. x 16in., US$ 250


gaNyan, "Rojo Red Rider", acrylic on wood, 15in. x 8in. framed, SOLD


gaNyan, "Lil Hip Hop", acrylic on wood, 15in. x 8in. framed, US$ 125

multifarious tendencies

Friday, August 6, 7-10PM marks the opening of our next exhibition, a group show called Multifarious Tendencies with artists Adam Flores, Brett Amory, Micke Tong, and Kevin Earl Taylor and curated by Sandra Silvoy.

While different in style and background, these artists translate a mutual concern for the particularities of human tendency. Touchstones of the human experience arise in combining these multifarious tendencies.

Brett Amory was born in Portsmouth, Virginia and moved to San Francisco in 1996 to study motion pictures at the Academy of Art. After one drawing class, he switched his major to fine art and started his first body of work called “Waiting,” a series of paintings about the anticipation of the next moment, which he still continues to paint today.

Adam Flores illustratively analyzes and illuminates contemporary issues that are often questioned but rarely answered -- religion, mortality, society, consumption, and the improbable acquisition of the American Dream. He holds a BFA from Academy of Art University.

Kevin Earl Taylor holds a BFA from The Savannah College of Art and Design and has exhibited throughout the United States as well as internationally. Primarily an oil painter, he has lately been exploring animals and other subject matter that people consider sacred.

Micke Tong perceives art as his way of assimilating into humanity. Much of his work reinterprets life and does so through unusual use of color, shape, and transparency. In his latest series, he builds three dimensional landscapes that have graphical pop-art sensibilities with underlying narrations that touch upon current events, politics, religion and sociology. He holds a BFA in New Media Arts from Academy of Art University and is the Art Director for Computers & Structures, Inc.

Curator Sandra Silvoy recently earned a degree in Art History/Art Management from the University of San Francisco. She has worked with White Walls, Art Business, KQED, KALW, and Electric Works.

Multifarious Tendencies will be on exhibit from August 6 through August 30, 2010.

audio visual

Come on by next Friday, July 23, 7-10PM, for our latest show called Audio Visual, featuring a collection of works honoring one of art and artists' most beloved companions, music. Eight of our usual partners in crime are participating in the show, and it's going to be a fun one.

We'll also be having our usual Street Food Fridays so get ready to feast, not just your eyes, but your mouth as well on the culinary artistry of Soul Cocina, Toasty Melts, Pearl's Kitchen, and Sweet Constructions. We hope to see you!

supernatural gallery pix

If you haven't yet had a chance to SuperNatural, you can view it online or visit our galleries before May 10. Many thanks to our jurors, artists Leon Loucheur, Erik Otto, and Ursula X Young.

my favorite things

Thanks to everyone who came to the opening of "My Favorite Things", which was great fun. Below are the pieces for your viewing pleasure. If you have any questions or would like to purchase, please feel free to email us.

Brett Amory, "Waiting Study", oil on panel, 6in. x 12in., SOLD


Phokos (Phoneticontrol + Alice Koswara), "Part Tea", acrylic on panel, 6in. x 12in., US$ 175


Phokos (Phoneticontrol + Alice Koswara), "Pho Sho", acrylic on panel, 6in. x 12in., SOLD


SCUBA, "Fall Collection", acrylic on panel, 6in. x 12in., SOLD


Andy Stattmiller, "22 Fillmore", acrylic on panel, 6in. x 12in., SOLD


Joshua Ellingson, "Drifter Drinks", acrylic on panel, 12in. x 6in., US$ 200


Christopher de Leon, "Iron Oxide Interlude", acrylic on panel, 12in. x 6in., SOLD


Tiffany Star, "Cotton Candy Bunny", mixed media on panel, 12in. x 6in., US$ 175


Joshua Mays, "Aguacate", acrylic on panel, 12in. x 6in., SOLD


Ninjagrl, "I Like Mine Better", acrylic on panel, 12in. x 6in., SOLD


Ninjagrl, "Starfishie Searching", acrylic on panel, 12in. x 6in., SOLD


Ninjagrl, "Piggyback", acrylic on panel, 12in. x 6in., US$ 125


Alice Koswara, "Summer Swimmer", acrylic on panel, 12in. x 6in., US$ 175


Grant Gilliland, "Coffee 'n Mixtapes", acrylic on panel, 12in. x 6in., SOLD


gaNyan, "Paborites", acrylic on panel, 12in. x 6in., US$ 200

my favorite things opening

Please join us this Saturday, February 27, 7-10PM as we revamp our wood stain gallery with a new collection of 6in. x 12 in. originals focusing on the theme of "My Favorite Things". Inspired by just that, this group show will have lots of fun and wonderful things to marvel at and purchase.

JUST ADDED: We will also be having a Saturday edition of our Street Food Fridays with the Creme Brulee Cart, the Magic Curry Kart, the Pizza Hacker, Soul Cocina, and Good Foods Caters, starting at 6PM.

systemic: new works by brian barneclo

Our next show in the fabric8 Galleries will be a solo exhibition by painter and muralist Brian Barneclo. Titled "Systemic", it will explore the concept of interconnectivity in urban, social, and cultural systems, as well as mark the launch of his Systems Mural Project, a 2400-square-foot public work he is raising funds for. The show will open Friday, March 5, so mark your calendars!

ninjagrl 8x8s

The fun and funky smaller pieces still revolve through our gallery walls despite our online negligence, and we will try much harder this year to keep this blog updated with the good stuff.

That said, here are the latest 8x8s by Seattle-based artist Ninjagrl. As always, you can email us for inquiries or to purchase.

Ninjagrl, "When The Sun Begins To Fall", acrylic on canvas, 8in. x 8in. US$ 100

Ninjagrl, "Awkward Silence", acrylic on canvas, 8in. x 8in. US$ 100

Ninjagrl, "Bull Kelp Oracle", acrylic on canvas, 8in. x 8in. US$ 100

little wonders art show

It's time again for our Little Wonders art show, featuring small affordable pieces by some of our favorite artists. Please join us this Saturday, December 12, 7-10PM for holiday shopping and festivities!

end of the naught

End of the Naught is our next group show, opening Friday, December 4 and featuring works by Leon Loucheur, Martin Hsu, Micah Lebrun, Skriblz, and Telopa. These five artists will exhibit their recent explorations in painting as we complete one decade and enter the next. Please join us for the opening reception from 7-10PM.

brian barneclo open studios

This Saturday and Sunday, October 24-25, from 11AM-6PM, come visit Brian Barneclo's world as part of ArtSpan's 2009 Open Studios. There will be new works, never-before-seen gems, prints, and even a raffle to win a masterpiece for the price of an appetizer. Cash and credit cards accepted. Don't miss it!

Brian's studio is located at 1067 Market Street, Suite 1006, between 6th and 7th Streets. You can also enter from 586 Stevenson Street, and there's plenty of parking around Mission (one block south). Give us a call if you need assistance:: 415.647.5888. Hope to see you there!

fabric8 galleries pix

Here are a few gallery shots featuring Ursula Xanthe Young's solo show, "Altered States, Dreamscapes and Underworlds." Fabulous, as you can see, so be sure to make it for next weekend's festivities.

creature features

We are pleased to present our latest group art show in the fabric8 boutique, "Creature Features." We'll be uploading the images slowly but surely so keep checking back until all 31 are viewable. Please email us with any inquiries. Thanks!

Alice Koswara, "Bride of Frankenstein", acrylic on panel, 15in. x 13.5in. US$ 400
Johnny Siu, "Chisela", gouache on wood, 8.5in. x 5.75in, US$ 160

brian barneclo solo show @ district

In addition to contributing a piece to the fabric8 Galleries Grand Opening Show, Brian Barneclo is putting the finishing touches on a solo show which will be on display for three months at the swanky District wine bar and restaurant near Giants Ballpark.

The opening reception will be held on Thursday, July 30, from 6-9PM, so please join us.

domesticates by grant gilliland

It's your last week to see Domesticates by Grant Gilliland in it's entirety, so come by fabric8 to have a look. Our apologies we haven't posted our own photos (the old remodelling excuse again) but the Gross Uncle has put some on his website, and you can check them out here. It's a wonderful collection indeed.

fabric8 galleries grand opening extravaganza

Saturday, July 25, you MUST come to the Grand Opening of the new fabric8 Galleries, located directly behind our existing boutique at 3318 22nd Street near Valencia in the Mission District of San Francisco. We will be having an opening reception from 7-10PM for, not just one, but TWO group shows.

The "fabric8 Galleries Grand Opening Show" is a group exhibition featuring large works from::

Adam Caldwell
Blaine Fontana
Brett Amory
Brian Barneclo
Damon Soule
David Choong Lee
Erik Otto
KeFe (Kelly Tunstall + Ferris Plock)
Leon Loucheur
Nome Edonna
Norm Maxwell
Reuben Rude
Romanowski
Sirron Norris
Skriblz
Ursula X Young

"Creature Features" is a group show, honoring monsters and other-worldly creatures we have and will come to love, in our existing boutique/gallery space with artists::

Alice Koswara
Andy Stattmiller
Ben Collison
Chris Granillo
Clee Sobieski
Dan Fleres
Deli
gaNyan
GEM
Johnny Siu
Leecifer
Ninjagrl
Peabe
Phoneticontrol
Santos Shelton

That's new work from over 30 artists! It's going to be a big one, so be there.

domesticates : new work by grant gilliland

We are pleased to present Domesticates, a solo show featuring new works by San Francisco artist Grant Gilliland aka The Gross Uncle.

Domesticates will feature portraits of animals and their two-legged friends, more commonly referred to as human beings. It also marks Grant's first-ever solo show of new works. This painter and illustrator's cutely grotesque renderings in vibrant color combinations have graced our walls for a couple of years now so we're excited to have him put together an entire collection.

Domesticates will be on exhibit from June 20 through July 18. The opening reception will be held on Saturday, June 20, from 7pm-10pm, so please come on by!