“Echoes: Beginner’s Mind” Art Opening + Light Snacks & Wine (The Castro)

Submitted by the Event Organizer

For the month of June we are exhibiting the art of Rolando Saenz!
Join us Friday, June 6th at 8PM for the art opening reception!
Light snacks, wine, and non alcoholic drinks will be provided! Come for the free wine, stay for the incredible queer art!
ARTIST STATEMENT
This series explores vulnerability through dynamic portrayals of nude bodies, using minimalism to emphasize both the figure and empty space. The gold leaf represents a suspended, light body in limbo, symbolizing my journey through mental health challenges and recovery. As I embrace a peaceful but unfamiliar state of mind, this series reflects my personal struggle and quest for balance. Through figures both masked and unmasked, I examine the tension between concealment and openness. The inclusion of vejigante masks, representing my puertorican roots, highlights themes of protection and freedom, prompting a conversation about the complexity of being seen. I hope to evoke empathy and invite viewers to appreciate the balance between aesthetics and emotional depth. By making this work accessible, I aim to connect with a broader audience and share the transformative experiences embedded in each piece. “Echoes” series is an exploration of the fluid, evolving nature of identity.
If you have any questions about Strut’s Art openings, or this event, please feel free to contact our community events manager Baruch Porras Hernandez at baruch@sfaf.org.
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Accessibility: There are no stairs to enter the lobby level at Strut from the street level. The building has three floors, and there is a stairwell with handrails and a wheelchair-accessible elevator. There are 26 steps from the lobby to the 2nd floor and 48 steps from the lobby to the 3rd floor. All our bathrooms are gender neutral and we have restrooms that are accessible to people who use wheelchairs

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