Karl: AAPI Heritage Month at Levi's Plaza, San Francisco, CA
Location: 1255 Battery Street, San Francisco, CA in Levi's Plaza
Opening Reception: May 9, 6-9pm
Building on the momentum of Karl's previous pop-up exhibition, this show reaffirms the collective's dedication to fostering dialogues and strengthening community through art. By bringing together a diverse roster of artists working across painting, sculpture, installation, and mixed media, the exhibition will explore themes of cultural heritage, migration, identity, and resistance. The participating artists engage in deeply personal and socially resonant narratives, offering perspectives that challenge, redefine, and expand the understanding of AAPI experiences.
The Bay Area has long been shaped by the creativity, resilience, and activism of the AAPI community. From historical movements that have redefined civil rights to contemporary artistic expressions that push the boundaries of tradition and innovation, AAPI artists continue to shape the cultural fabric of the region and beyond. This exhibition serves not only as a celebration of these contributions but also as a critical reflection on the stories, struggles, and triumphs that have defined generations.
Karl invites audiences to engage with this powerful body of work, encouraging conversations that honor the past, confront the present, and envision a more inclusive and representative future. As the collective expands its mission to support emerging and established artists alike, the exhibition underscores the vital role of art in amplifying voices that have been historically overlooked or marginalized.
Through this presentation, Karl seeks to create a space where art becomes a conduit for connection, understanding, and action-a place where the richness of AAPI identities are not only seen and celebrated but deeply felt.
Participating Organizations
COL Gallery
Creativity Explored
Glass Rice
Jonathan Carver Moore
Root Division
Schlomer Haus
ArtSpan
Marrow Gallery
SLATE Contemporary