How Fast the Shadows Fall by Kristen Liu-Wong
Thursday, August 20
11:30 AM – 1:30 PM
$18 members | $23 non-members
Registration opens July 20 and closes August 17, or when capacity is reached.
Call 415-456-9062 to reserve your place.
A Playful Sense of Mystery
This August, step into a world that feels both familiar and slightly offbeat.
We’ll explore How Fast the Shadows Fall, a work that blends bright, decorative elements with unexpected narrative twists. At first glance, the scene feels recognizable—but look a little closer, and questions begin to emerge. What’s happening beneath the surface? What story is unfolding?
Rather than offering clear answers, this piece invites curiosity, imagination, and conversation.
The afternoon is paired with a karaoke open mic, adding a lighthearted and social energy to an experience that doesn’t take itself too seriously.
Seasonal Menu
Starter
Savory Melon Salad
Entrée
Grilled Teriyaki Chicken
Furikake Rice
Grilled Bok Choy with Miso Dressing
Dessert
Chamoy and Tajín Fruit Salad with Tamarind Candy
Featured Drink
Pink Sherbet Punch
About the Artist
Kristen Liu-Wong is a contemporary artist whose work blends influences from illustration, folk art, and pop culture. Her paintings often appear as small, vivid scenes that feel connected—like glimpses into a larger, imagined world.
Her style combines bold color and playful imagery with moments that are unexpected or slightly surreal. Many of her works center on female figures and everyday moments, presented in ways that invite both humor and interpretation.
Rather than guiding the viewer to a single meaning, Liu-Wong leaves space for personal interpretation—encouraging each viewer to decide what they see and how the story unfolds.
