2026 Submissions
Leaving (for now)
This piece represents my own dreamlike fear I have with the idea of moving to college.
Diary Entry
This oil on paper piece explores self-criticism and our relationship with the mirror.
Strong Enough To Be Gentle
Something to represent the struggle that i have found many people have with being gentle.
Oedipus’s Grief
Marble bleeding into color, this piece is meant to capture the emotion of Oedipus as he carved out his eyes in grief and shame.
concrete jungle
This artwork represents how the homes of many animals are being destroyed and turned into urban living.
Invading the Dragon's Nest
What happens when those who have abundance hoard? How long do they think they are safe before the knights come crashing in?
Silent Suffering
“Silent Suffering,” a monochromatic drawing, reflects the fear and anxiety imposed by society’s oppressive forces.
novelty memories
This is a still life depicting two novelty watches me and my sister received from my grandparents when we went back to the Philippines after I had immigrated.
Three Pieces
This piece considers 3 moments in time, connecting queer life across history in the Bay.
Rooted in the Arms of Nature
I have a very deep personal connection with nature and it really impacts my emotions due to growing surrounded by it.
A piece of home
I have always loved my home and I wanted to be able to have an artwork of it to take with me even when I am away from home.
Submersion
The elements of my culture that I admired the most are the traditional dresses of my Indian heritage.