Let's Go See Some Art

Evesorange (16 Waverly Place @ Sacramento & Grant)
Martin Hsu Original Illustrations
Opening: Sat., Sept. 2, 6 – 10 p.m.

On a sunny day in 1991, Martin Hsu arrived in Los Angeles, and after five years of animation at CSUF went on to create the much loved character Ruby Gloom.

In a Victorian mansion on the outskirts of Gloomsville lives Ruby Gloom. Some kids might be afraid of the dark, eccentric neighbors and the unknown things that dwell in the closet, but Ruby is different - she befriends these strange and sometimes scary creatures. In fact, Ruby finds them all delightful. She pays no attention to their unusual appearances, perceptive only to their hearts and souls. As Ruby likes to point out "Always look on the bright side - unless of course the dark side is your bright side and that's ok too!" Ruby's perfect day is a gloomy one, full of creativity and adventure with her offbeat circle of friends.

Hsu has illustrated two books published by Abrams, and will be present at the opening with t-shirts and sketchbooks for sale.

Artist X-change Gallery (3169 16th Street @ Guererro & Valencia)
New Works
Opening: Fri., Sept. 1, 7-10 p.m.

As artists and members of the community, the creatives at Artist X-change Gallery help promote the wonderful art and culture SF has to offer. The Artist-Xchange is dedicated to carrying a wide array of mediums and working alongside Bay Area artists by providing an outlet for public access. The latest show will feature the following local artists:

Cameron Ramirez, Angela Baker, JDavies Metalworks, Deborah D. Lattimore, Will Russell, Dana Robson, Carrie Sieh, Nathalie Fabri, Kathleen Maley, Mary Tivadar, Chuck Drees, Hillary Williams, Georgianne Fastaia, Emily Keyishian, Marilyn Warden, Kelcie Tinker, Niana Liu, Beady Girl, Hiroko Sakai, Matt Delight, Joshua Ellingson, PopJunkie Designs, Kim Weinberg, Pat Markle, Darwin Bell, Ayu Tomikawa