Category Archives: Art

8Books Review: “Adventures in Asian Art” by Susan DiCicco

Posted on May 9, 2017 by Tim

I’ve been a member of the Asian Art Museum in San Francisco since before their move to the old public library in SF.  It’s been a membership I’ve enjoyed greatly, and something that I happily share with my daughter.  She’s now 11, … Continue reading →

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David Choe Art Tees

Posted on February 15, 2012 by Guest Writer

People think Facebook’s recent IPO filing has made California artist David Choe a rich man, but they are grossly mistaken. Choe was already a rich man. And he wasn’t homeless (Choe owns a home but lives out of hotels as … Continue reading →

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Color Ink Book, Volume Fourteen

Posted on February 8, 2012 by sachi

Admit it: you still wish you could pull out a coloring book, and make everyone have green tongues and purple hair again. With the fourteenth volume of the Color Ink Book ($10), you have a grown-up chance to do it … Continue reading →

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Martin Hsu’s “Lily’s Kitty” Print

Posted on December 19, 2011 by sachi

When it comes to decorating, it’s fairly expected to have a print of Van Gogh’s Starry Night or Monet’s lilies. Why not show off your unique taste with this Miyazaki-inspired print by Martin Hsu, entitled Lily’s Kitty ($25). Each print … Continue reading →

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Grey Leather Strand Wrap Bracelet by Chan Luu

Posted on October 17, 2011 by sachi

It’s October, which means it’s finally cold enough to pull out our leather boots and put away the shorts. Autumn always seems like a more subdued season, which is why this Grey Leather Strand Wrap Bracelet ($225) seems like the … Continue reading →

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Small Rain Necklace

Posted on September 27, 2011 by sachi

Big, chunky necklaces aren’t always our thing. So this Small Rain Necklace ($70) by Chorthip Lagnese caters perfectly to our desire for a simple yet eye-catching necklace. Lagnese is a jewelry designer from Thailand, but is currently based in New … Continue reading →

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Martin Hsu Website Wide Japan Earthquake Relief

Posted on March 12, 2011 by Ernie

We’ve blogged about illustrator Martin Hsu’s fantastic prints and illustrations before, but with the tragedy in Japan this week comes word that Martin is donating 100% of all proceeds to American Red Cross Japan Earthquake Relief. You can help earthquake … Continue reading →

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Mari Inukai’s Akuma Tenshi

Posted on December 17, 2010 by Moye

I’m a big fan of Japanese artist Mari Inukai for her colorful and imaginative characters who are so adorably drawn with a nice bite. Does that even make sense? It does. Trust me. Munky King is offering her AKUMA TENSHI … Continue reading →

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Poketo Holiday Sale & Guide

Posted on December 7, 2010 by Moye

The folks over at Poketo is celebrating the holiday season with their own sale and gift guide, whether you’re looking to buy something for that special girl, boy, artist, photographer or coworker. All domestic orders over $50 receive free shipping … Continue reading →

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Happy Doodle Land Online Sale!

Posted on November 30, 2010 by Moye

Flora Chang, the artist behind Happy Doodle Land, is joining the cyber shopping frenzy with her own online sale at her Etsy store! From now until December 5th, you can find her original artwork, buttons, stamps and plushies for 10% … Continue reading →

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Martin Hsu “The Audacious Rooster” Print Sale

Posted on November 28, 2010 by Moye

Artist Martin Hsu’s print, The Audacious Rooster ($68.00) is now on sale thanks to Gallery 1988, just in time for the holiday shopping season! Enjoy this limited edition piece that features Martin’s signature style of detailed storytelling with his unique … Continue reading →

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Audrey Kawasaki’s Migawari Print

Posted on September 2, 2010 by Moye

Ethereal artist Audrey Kawasaki is having her final online sale for 2010 with her Migawari piece. The 16″x20″ print comes signed and numbered in a limited 200 run, available both unframed ($200) or framed ($450). The sale starts on Saturday, … Continue reading →

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