Year Of The Dragon: Curated By Seventh Son Tattoo

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YEAR OF THE DRAGON:

CURATED BY SEVENTH SON TATTOO

111 Minna Gallery

OPENING RECEPTION: Saturday, July 13th 2024

A taloned, iridescent beast, great and fire-breathing: the dragon has been an enduring fascination of humans for thousands of years. Depicted in countless cultures and faiths from every corner of the globe, from ancient times through the centuries, they are ubiquitous in the legends and folklore that shape our histories and the stories we tell. We fear and revere this creature: it is both a destroyer and a protector, unknowable and unpredictable. An omen of good fortune and strength, the dragon also symbolizes water and is said to control the sea, the rain, and rivers. A master of the elements, it brings both fire and water, defying the laws of nature. We have been putting their mystifying shape on paper for as long as we’ve dreamt of them. 

Remembered by this year’s Chinese zodiac, we celebrate this thunderous beauty in a collaborative exhibit crafted by tattooers from the Bay Area and around the world. In “Year of the Dragon,’ we are excited to host a curated collection of illustrations, paintings and sculptures to celebrate this legend at 111 Minna Gallery. The exhibition will be the second zodiac-inspired exhibition at Minna gallery that has been curated by Luke Stewart, tattooer & owner of San Francisco’s Seventh Son Tattoo. The opening for his previous ‘Year of the Tiger’ exhibition in 2023 was a huge success, and we expect another great turnout this year!

About Seventh Son Tattoo:

“Seventh Son Tattoo is one of San Francisco’s premiere custom tattoo shops, providing high quality tattooing in a relaxed atmosphere. Seventh Son has been a fixture of San Francisco’s vibrant SOMA district for over ten years, with a clientele made up of locals and international travelers alike. At Seventh Son we strive to provide a friendly, approachable, professional atmosphere to match the high level of tattooing that has become our signature.

Our artists are skilled in a variety of tattoo styles, specializing in traditional Japanese, black & grey, floral, bio-mechanical, ornamental and illustrative. The accomplished artists here at Seventh Son provide a personalized experience in a private yet welcoming environment. We have become known for our distinct approach to tattooing which elevates creative expression while simultaneously honoring tradition. In an ever-changing landscape of tattoo trends, we believe in pushing the envelope without sacrificing the importance of timeless, enduring tattoos. www.seventhsontattoo.com

Seventh Son Tattoo is located at 765 Clementina St., San Francisco, CA

‘Year Of the Dragon’ Artists Include:

Luke Stewart

Claudia De Sabe

Grime

Christina Ramos

Shawn Barber

Gabriel Toz

Victor Webster

Scott Sylvia

Jared Smith

Cindy Maxwell

Daryl Jimmy

Ben Cheese

Hendo

Mutsuo

Theo Mindell

Trevor Mcstay

Joaquin Acetates

Nick Alvarez

Jeff Croci

Isabella Stabile

Jordan Cole Wright

Lango Olivera

Joey Armstrong

Phil Holt

Stace Forand

Amanda Lynn

Jano Navarrete

James Fernella

Mauro Cardoso

Mike Roper

Eddie Deutsche

Zac Sheinbaum

Yutaro Sakai

Curtis Burgess

Shun Nakatsuro

Paul Dobleman

Henry Lewis

Jason Kundell

George Campise

Event Info:

What: ‘Year Of The Dragon’ Opening Night Reception

Music by: DJ KeyBumps - @htlee666

When: Saturday 07/13/24 from 5:00 PM - LATE

Contact: dyoungv@111minnagallery.com

Closing Party: TBA

Art Coming Down: Sept. 28 2024

Where: 111 Minna Gallery at 111 Minna St, San Francisco, CA 94105

About 111 Minna Gallery

Over its 30 years, 111 Minna Gallery has been recognized as: Finalist in Best Art Gallery 2024, Winner: Best Art Gallery (2019 & 2018/SF Weekly), Winner of the Small Business of the Year Award (2018/SF Chamber of Commerce), and Winner of the 2018 Small Business of The Year Award at The Ebbies. 111 Minna continues to be a mainstay for art and culture in the bay area. After recent renovations, 111 Minna Gallery is looking more beautiful than ever and we look forward to making this space as welcoming and creative as it’s ever been. 111 Minna Gallery would like to thank all of its followers, supporters, and fans. You are all family to us and we are excited to bring you a solid lineup as we regather together at a San Francisco staple of community art and culture. 111 Minna Gallery is a 21+ venue.

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