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Was able to go to this open mic, story time event. Lots of fun and some good and thoughtful stories. Will try and bring somebody with me next time. Also testing out my new 10yr old Leica for fun.

Feel free to tag and share the people in the photos if possible, thanks.

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Tonight at @visualphilosophystudio We want to hear your stories. True and interesting are the only requirements—and even those aren’t set in stone. Our headliner is Jemal Diamond, a phenomenal storyteller! Sign up at 6:30pm to share your story and snacks. 1065 The Alameda, San José. Parking in front or out in the back lot.

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10/10 Ruined: Artist remix double exposure of Jemal Diamond and a punctured canvas in his studio at Visual Philosophy
#polaroid #polaroidgo #artistremix #doubleexposure #mypolaroidperspective

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Joy of Resistance exhibit has been extended for two more weekends! A small group of local artists responded to this very important show, curated by our own @thejemalshow. This was the last exhibit that featured beautiful art by Eliseo Rosales, who sadly passed away few weeks ago. Please be sure to stop by and experience everyone’s art in person before it closes September 12. Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays, from 10-2, @visualphilosophystudio in historic Alameda district, San José 💙

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So excited to be welcoming @thejemalshow to the lineup for Coffee Tea Art @cruisecoffee !

This show is going to be amazing and the art will be up for the month of September! Opening day is September 13th from 11-2! I can’t wait to see everyone for the biggest coffee date with an artist ever!

See you all soon!

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👄✨This past weekend started off with the opening of Natasha & Jonathan’s show CONNECTED with FUSE Presents. It was gorgeous and dreamy & also we were treated to the sweet sounds of Eve’s Heaven 🎼

👄✨I showed a very early painting from the Parallel Universe series

Similar Tastes
oil on canvas
20 x 20

It reflects on the common ground we all share, no matter how far the divide may be.

💎✨The next day was the opening of JOY OF RESISTANCE beautifully curated by the one and only Jemal Diamond. Hope you get to experience this joyful exhibit:
📅 open till September 4th
📍Visual Philosophy Studios

“Joy is the most powerful force against tyranny” -Jemal Diamond

💎✨I’m showing a painting from my Flashback series, which focuses on pop culture that has shaped my Gen X generation. The Golden Girls were progressive in the 80s, women in their 50s not at the slowing of their lives but at a new beginning, full of laughter ✨

Cheesecake
oil on canvas
12 x 18

✨✨✨Loved seeing so many friends this weekend & I was inspired by artwork & conversations, grateful🩵✨✨✨

#lifeofanartist #friendships #joy #creativecommunity #oilpainting

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The Connected exhibit might be over, but there is another great show still on through September 4 @visualphilosophystudio. Joy of Resistance, curated by a fellow artist and a dear friend, @thejemalshow, features important work by about 18 local artists, myself included. If you haven’t seen it yet, go visit it Thursdays, Fridays, and Saturdays from 10am - 2pm 💙

Big shoutout to @stuphotoart for amazing photos

#kramskaya_art #sanjoseartist #artexhibitions

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All last week I haven’t really been outside, haven’t been on nature walks, haven’t had any time to myself... But it’s all been worth it!!! All the inspiration, all the art, music, and creativity I’ve been surrounded by over these past few days has been incredible. I met so many people, had so many meaningful conversations, and have experienced deep connections that will keep me inspired for years to come. The 2-artist Connected exhibition may be over but my heart is full. Thank you to each and every one of you for making this truly magical 💙💙💙

#kramskaya_art #sanjoseartists #connectedexhibit #artshow @fusepresents

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Thank you to everyone who came out and showed their support for my piece "Solace" in #joyofresistance at @visualphilosophystudio creating art is one thing, showing it is definitely a whole feat unto itself, so thank you for your encouragement of my work. ❤️ A special thanks to @thejemalshow for his hard work in curating this wonderful show.

"Solace"
Kathryn Bell
Multimedia Sculpture
16" x 96"
2026

Paper flowers are a traditional creation used in demonstration of pride, resistance of oppression and in celebration of life and defiance of grief. They serve us in this dichotomy of existence, embracing everything it means to not just persevere, but also celebrate in the face of adversity. We present them to lovers, give them to our mother's, use them to apologize, and even in the case of the Pansy Patrol, hold them aloft to drown out anti-gay, anti-abortion protesters and to protect the disenfranchised and vulnerable.

How can something so temporal, so delicate, be so strong for us?

Last year, I created a large selection of paper flowers and marched with them in the gay pride parade, we then took those flowers and burned them at the temple at Burning Man to honor the passing of our studio dog and fur baby Jasper. Now we will honor our studio dog and fur baby Edwin who passed this year the same way. We have built these big beautiful paper flowers for him, and will burn them under the moon, a last stand and resistance to grief and an expression of love and JOY!

A special thank you to artist @im_dustin_meyer without whom this installation would not be possible.

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📣 Heeeey all, busy weekend of events here in SJ! I am participating in this group exhibition at Visual Philosophy Studios on The Alameda 🖤 Show opens Saturday 📆

Details below:

RP:@thejemalshow PLEASE JOIN US for the opening reception of JOY OF RESISTANCE a group art show!

I am inspired by the creativity in resistance that has poured out into our streets. I am motivated by the frog and unicorn blow-up costumes, the dance parties, bubbles flowina from overpasses, murals, gay drum parades, sing-alongs, and insanely creative protest sians. We celebrate this tool crucial to our survival in these times. Joy is the most powerful force aqainst tyranny.

Contributing artists: @mavalos018 @im_kat_bell nicolastela @emoventur @sungodvisuals @623rdhourphoto @hubris.jpeg @kristenjahnke @flotsamman @kramskaya_art @artbykindnessgrace @rebeccalyonceramics Aileen Lum @jenifer_renzel @eliseosole @nizzotes @eric.allday_ @galewestcreates @rkyamada_studio @mightymikemcgee & @thejemalshow

OPENING RECEPTION: Saturday, August 8, 5-8pm, Artist talk: 7pm
@visualphilosophystudio 1065 The Alameda. San José

#stevenrubalcaba #stevenrubalcabaart #nizzotes

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It’s going to be an amazing weekend! Start by visiting @flotsamman and my Connected exhibit at the Citadel! Opening night is this Friday, August 7, from 5-9pm. We’ll have the incredible @_evesheaven_ playing a double session, you won’t want to miss it! The show will be open on Saturday and Sunday as well.

Then take a stroll through the @artwalksj on First street and finish at @workssanjose at the Hold Fast members exhibit.

And on Saturday, stop by the Joy of Resistance show @visualphilosophystudio, thoughtfully curated by @thejemalshow!

With so much pain, so much grief and uncertainty in the world, art has the power to connect, uplift and inspire humanity — we need it now more than ever. Can’t wait to share it all with you this weekend! 💙

#kramskaya_art #bayareaart #firstfridayartwalk #connected @fusepresents

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A little different from my usual work, but I’m creating a piece for the show The Joy of Resistance curated by @thejemalshow opening reception @visualphilosophystudio August 8, 5-8 pm “ Joy is the most powerful force against tyranny. When fear is power, joy is resistance.”

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