{"title":"Patricia Araujo","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg style=\"max-height: 300px; max-width:55%\" src=\"https:\/\/helloart-prod-bucket.s3.ca-central-1.amazonaws.com\/media\/artist\/patricia-araujo\/patricia-araujo-profile.jpg\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor over two decades, I’ve painted the facades of both iconic city landmarks and downtown buildings. My paintings depict praiseworthy examples of San Francisco architecture, some utilitarian and others grandly ornamental. From 2008 to 2010, I dedicated a series of works relating to Tomorrowland and as of most recent I've devoted to painting the architectural wonders and forgotten treasures of the GGIE (the Golden Gate International Exposition of 1939 at Treasure Island) - the last World's Fair of San Francisco Bay. My interest in researching the urban landscape continues to grow, addressing the evolution and decay within a city. I continue to deepen my conceptual themes on architecture, place and change in the urban landscape.\r\u003cbr\u003e\r\u003cbr\u003eI was born in Miami, Florida, the daughter of Colombian parents. My father was an architect at Walt Disney and during his last years he assisted with the development of Epcot Center. I grew up in Bogota Colombia, and since childhood I was enchanted by architecture and form. After completing High School in Bogota, I moved to Northern California to pursue my college education. I studied Architecture, Painting and Photography. In 2005, I obtained my B.F.A in Painting from the San Francisco Art Institute.\r\u003cbr\u003e\r\u003cbr\u003eI’ve been exhibiting in San Francisco since 1998. Some of the venues exhibited include: Arc Gallery, Arttitud, HANG ART, Roll Up Gallery, STUDIO Gallery, the Old Emporium, SF Public Library, IRISS at Stanford University, and most recent with the Tenderloin Museum, and at the Old Mint with Treasure Island Museum. In 2008, I published my first book, entitled ”SOMA SEEN”. My work has been written about in the San Francisco Chronicle, ARTslant, 7x7 SF, Huffington Post, 48 Hills, Examiner, Beyondchron, and the San Francisco Bay Guardian. I live and work in the San Francisco Bay Area.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eARTIST’S STATEMENT\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhile living in San Francisco’s SoMa (South of Market), I witnessed the changes taking place in this redeveloping neighborhood and found myself enchanted by the rich architectural history of that area and the decayed beauty that remains. My fascination with domes, towers, sacred and municipal structures began with daily observations of the Golden Gate Theatre at Sixth and Market. Since the late 1990’s, I’ve painted in oils on canvas the facades of both iconic city landmarks and downtown buildings and continue to incorporate them into my new works.\r\u003cbr\u003e\r\u003cbr\u003eIn my cityscapes, I sense the presence of the silent stage uninterrupted by inhabitants. These paintings highlight the exteriors of complete structures and also depict architectural fragments. Their style is largely abstract. Playfulness of forms, juxtaposed against painterly skies. Painted by bright colors opposing to its usual grey fog. My works speaks about the possibility of growth and renewal, exploring architectural practice as both imagination and reality. A marvelous city, that is in constant flux.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"rooftop-view-from-soma-grand-federal-building","title":"Rooftop View from SoMa Grand: Federal Building","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOil on canvas.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e36x48x2\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis painting presents an abstract representation of the building facade of San Francisco's Federal Building, originally located at Mission Street between 7th \u0026amp; 8th Streets.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Patricia Araujo","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44456753365095,"sku":null,"price":5970.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0063\/3038\/4487\/files\/1_1787093389_65745.jpg?v=1787148912"},{"product_id":"rooftop-view-from-soma-grand-ii","title":"Rooftop View from SoMa Grand II","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOil on canvas.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e36x48x2\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis painting presents the city's rooftop view seen from the 12th floor at SOMA Grand, in San Francisco; includes notable landmarks like the Transamerica Pyramid. This is the second piece part of a quartet, architectural geometry at its finest.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Patricia Araujo","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44456753397863,"sku":null,"price":5970.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0063\/3038\/4487\/files\/1_1787096358_89271.jpg?v=1787148924"},{"product_id":"rooftop-view-from-soma-grand-iii","title":"Rooftop View from SoMa Grand III","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOil on canvas.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e36x48x2\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis painting presents the city's rooftop view seen from the 12th floor at SOMA Grand, in San Francisco, which features iconic city buildings such as the Marriott Hotel,  SFMOMA facade prior to the 2016 restoration, as well as the PG\u0026amp;E smoke stacks of 6th \u0026amp; Jessie Streets. This collection explores the architectural geometry of the South of Market area.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Patricia Araujo","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44456753430631,"sku":null,"price":5970.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0063\/3038\/4487\/files\/1_1787096611_34050.jpg?v=1787148933"},{"product_id":"rooftop-view-from-soma-grand-iv","title":"Rooftop View from SoMa Grand IV","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOil on canvas.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e36x48x2\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis series of \"Rooftop View from SoMa Grand\" quartet paintings created were originally conceived from the 12th floor of SOMA Grand, with a vantage point of a penthouse on the northeast corner of that high-rise, and what the canvases reveal is a spiked collage of old and new constructions. \r\u003cbr\u003eThis painting features iconic city buildings like the Inter Continental Hotel and One Rincon Hill condominium near the waterfront.\r\u003cbr\u003e\r\u003cbr\u003eThis collection explores the architectural geometry of the South of Market area. The paintings highlight the exteriors of complete structures and also depict architectural fragments, playfulness of forms, and are juxtaposed against painterly skies.  Even devoid of people, the pieces' bright colors show the area for all its bustling vibrancy. The hand-drawn quality of the images gives the urban landscape a sense of intimacy and warmth. Since that time, the neighborhood has undergone staggering change. Tech offices and luxury condos have replaced warehouses as the landscape has become increasingly spotted with towering high rises.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Patricia Araujo","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44456753528935,"sku":null,"price":5970.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0063\/3038\/4487\/files\/1_1787097093_54360.jpg?v=1787148940"},{"product_id":"inter-continental-thermal-plant","title":"Inter-Continental \u0026 Thermal Plant","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOil on canvas.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e24x36x2\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eInter-Continental \u0026amp; Thermal Plant, presents the thermal plant originally situated at 6th \u0026amp; Jessie Streets that I've painted in previous works relating to the site and this time it is standing against the tall glass facade of the Inter-Continental Hotel of San Francisco's South of Market. The buildings are featured in a linear format, in abstracted, colorful forms, and surrounded by a changing cloudy sky. This painting was inspired by a photograph taken by San Francisco Chronicle Urban Critic - John King, whom I've admired for his writings and photography, and mutual liking of the city's iconic architecture. I was delighted he offered permission to paint it back in 2013 as reference imagery for this piece. The painted buildings continue to captivate and embrace the city's changing landscape.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Patricia Araujo","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44456753725543,"sku":null,"price":3980.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0063\/3038\/4487\/files\/1_1787101403_10996.jpg?v=1787148976"},{"product_id":"furniture-carpets","title":"Furniture \u0026 Carpets","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOil on canvas.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e30x40x2\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn the painting, \"Furniture \u0026amp; Carpets\", formerly the \"Eastern Outfitting Company\" is the building facade located at 7th and Market Streets, pays a homage to this iconic city landmark. If you are looking upwards it is recognizable due to its large signage atop. It is a gorgeous tall glass facade with its enormous Corinthian columns, holding itself all on its own. Furniture and Carpets was designed and built by the architect George Applegarth in 1907. After the \"Eastern Outfitters Company\" went out of business, it became sweatshops and was abandoned for many years. This building was renovated in 2014 and was housed by Zendesk for a time and looks magnificent. I've painted this site in many of my early paintings and continue to incorporate into new works.\r\u003cbr\u003e\r\u003cbr\u003eThis time it is represented in abstracted forms and bright colors in the hopes to bring an uplift and as a reminder of the blight that has been present. Many of the fantastic landmarks on Market Street between 5th and 9th Streets are still a work in progress and in the near future we will see these storefronts and theatres glowing with neon lights again.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Patricia Araujo","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44456753889383,"sku":null,"price":3980.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0063\/3038\/4487\/files\/1_1787101818_12320.jpg?v=1787148999"},{"product_id":"new-mint","title":"New Mint","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOil on canvas.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e48x36x2\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eNew Mint presents a new look for San Francisco's historic Old Mint entrance, originally located at 5th \u0026amp; Mission Streets, and this time it showcases an imagined glass ceiling to be part of the new museum-to-be!\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Patricia Araujo","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44456753954919,"sku":null,"price":4835.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0063\/3038\/4487\/files\/1_1787102104_29127.jpg?v=1787149013"},{"product_id":"the-extraordinary-among-them","title":"The Extraordinary Among Them","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOil on canvas.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e48x72x2\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Extraordinary Among Them, forms part of an earlier series, titled the Copper Series. All of the Copper Series were executed between 2003 to 2004, oils on canvas, and with a first layer of copper oil paint. During 2003, I also devoted to painting perfume bottles, hence for this particular piece, I merge alchemy elements and imagery of my personal collection of a glass bottle. The Extraordinary Among Them brings together the wandering of objects, glowing in alchemy of enigma. A large round glass vessel, wholesome and in motion, is confronted from behind by a tall rectangular shaped bottle with an opening yet not clear indication of what it holds inside. This rectangular bottle has a top area seen as a spray, yet untouched. A lamp on the left is fragmentized as if the light bulb were pulled skyward. The lamp may wish to connect with the voluptuous round glass bottle. It’s the interplay between them, and the individuality within them that creates the enigmatic setting.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Patricia Araujo","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44456753987687,"sku":null,"price":7680.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0063\/3038\/4487\/files\/1_1787102491_32587.jpg?v=1787149022"},{"product_id":"futur","title":"Futur","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOil on canvas.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e48x36x2\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFutur presents two buildings part of a futuristic landscape. The small building in the background is a representation of a spaceship on ground. The larger building facing frontal, Futur, is the main entrance of circus coliseum. This time Futur and the spaceship are accompanied by a bright sunrise. \r\u003cbr\u003e\r\u003cbr\u003eThis painting forms part of an earlier series, Tomorrowland Today. These imaginary cityscapes are a mixture of old and new constructions from various places, East and West. I have sought to bring centuries of utopianism and hope for the future together in a fantasized present, as that present might be created in an architect's or a painter's vision.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Patricia Araujo","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44456754053223,"sku":null,"price":5545.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0063\/3038\/4487\/files\/1_1787102914_30943.jpg?v=1787149039"},{"product_id":"carousel","title":"Carousel","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOil on canvas.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e48x36x2\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eCarousel, brings to mind the enjoyment and appreciation of an icon, presented without the traditional style of horses nor ornamentation. It is a revival of the shape of the carousel, in particular my admiration to its dome shape.\r\u003cbr\u003e\r\u003cbr\u003eA large frontal perspective of the carousel is surrounded by a colorful sunrise. Above the carousel are seated industrial structures into the horizon line. It could be the beginning of a musical composition. No pedestrians nor performers are nearby. 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In The Meeting, the checkered floor is in mint green with dark blue-purple squares, presenting a new life formation, versus the traditional black and white colors.\r\u003cbr\u003e\r\u003cbr\u003eThe great inventions of the arch and columns continues to enrich architecture: strength and support of buildings globally, transcending a space into an elegant icon and beauty...a tribute to the Greeks and Romans! Both constructions, the spaceship and the arch atop the checkered floor, wish to merge and cultivate more wisdom together, while surrounded by a bright sunrise.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Patricia Araujo","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44456754184295,"sku":null,"price":5545.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0063\/3038\/4487\/files\/1_1787103270_95740.jpg?v=1787149068"},{"product_id":"dnepr","title":"Dnepr","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOil on canvas.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e24x20x2\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eDnepr, is a building influenced by a circus arena situated in the city of Dnipropetrovsk, also called Dnepr, by local inhabitants. Dnepr is located on the Dnieper River in East-Central Ukraine. Dnipropetrovsk has been the major center of the steel industry from the beginning of the 20th century until the present. It has also dominated in the machine-building and aero-spacebuilding industry since the 1950s.\r\u003cbr\u003e\r\u003cbr\u003eThrough researching about the city of Dpner and the circus arena, I felt inspired to create my own interpretation of the building, a spaceship influence, and making it part of new frontier.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Patricia Araujo","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44456754249831,"sku":null,"price":3130.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0063\/3038\/4487\/files\/1_1787103623_24522.jpg?v=1787149095"},{"product_id":"dnepr-ii","title":"Dnepr II","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOil on canvas.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e24x20x2\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eDnepr II, is part of an earlier series, Tomorrowland Today. Dnepr is a building influenced by a circus arena situated in the city of Dnipropetrovsk, also called Dnepr, by local inhabitants. Dnepr is located on the Dnieper River in East-Central Ukraine. Dnipropetrovsk has been the major center of the steel industry from the beginning of the 20th century until the present. 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Their style, another unifying element in this series, is largely abstract. Individual elements have sharp, precise edges, highlighted by bright, flat colors. The style has more in common with the abstraction of architectural drawing than with realistic painting.\r\u003cbr\u003e\r\u003cbr\u003eThese imaginary cityscapes are a mixture of old and new constructions from various places, East and West. 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This painting forms part of Tomorrowland Today series, created my own version of the Dnepr circus building, which appears as a spaceship and recurs in many of these paintings, acting as a unifying element.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Patricia Araujo","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44456754380903,"sku":null,"price":3130.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0063\/3038\/4487\/files\/1_1787104691_44506.jpg?v=1787149122"},{"product_id":"rooftop-view-from-soma-grand-iii-1","title":"Rooftop View from SoMa Grand III","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOil on canvas.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e36x48x2\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis painting created were originally conceived from the 12th floor of SOMA Grand, with a vantage point of a penthouse on the northeast corner of that high-rise, and what the canvases reveal is a spiked collage of old and new constructions. Including notable landmarks like the Marriott Marquis, and the PG\u0026amp;E smoke stacks of 5th \u0026amp; Jessie Streets and others.\r\u003cbr\u003e \r\u003cbr\u003eThis collection explores the architectural geometry of the South of Market area. The paintings highlight the exteriors of complete structures and also depict architectural fragments, playfulness of forms, and are juxtaposed against painterly skies.  Even devoid of people, the pieces' bright colors show the area for all its bustling vibrancy. The hand-drawn quality of the images gives the urban landscape a sense of intimacy and warmth. 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