When it's raining outside, you can't ride the motorbike or surf, it's always fun to catch up on sketching at the local art museum. It was a nice indoor day at the Asian Art Museum in San Francisco:
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| "GuanYin 1600 to 1700", China |
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| In progress... |
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| Whoa...that's a lot of arms. |
In the outer Sunset District of San Francisco, you can find a classic Japanese dining experience at Noriega Teriyaki House. As you enter, a large display of Japanese maple and miniature temples greet you along with the host.
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| Noriega Teriyaki House, San Francisco, 01/2024 |
CoWaBunGA!
On the last days of 2023, while waiting for some adventurous shoppers, I stopped into Equator Coffees on Fairfax Avenue in Los Angeles. I found a peaceful cafe, modesty decorated, with a very good mocha. What was striking to me was how the bright orange-red chairs and red coffee bags on display popped through the dark brown (almost black) cabinetry.
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| Equator Coffees, Fairfax Ave, LA, 12/2023 |
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For Christmas Eve, we decided to venture out to San Francisco and add to the festivities of this great City. There are many stories of the fall of SF, but one restaurant at the end of Market Street has survived and thrived for decades: One Market!
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| One Market, San Francisco, 12/2023 |
One Market was decked out in Christmas attire and the holiday menu was delicious.
Happy New Year everyone!
CoWaBunGA!
We found Comal through our favorite show, "Check Please, Bay Area," and it was great. The Mexican restaurant is a mix of classic food but in a very modern setting. The main dining room faces a courtyard garden that is stunning:
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| Comal, Berkeley |
The Holidays are around the corner. Do you need a special gift to lift the spirits of your friend or family member? If you do, then come to the RCW Mini-Masterpieces art show and gift sale where you not only can find that special gift, but also support local artists.
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| Bill Jeng's Mini-exhibit at the show |
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| Early artists installing their works... |
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| It's filling up soon! |
Hope to see you there!
CoWaBunGA
I was honored to be included in the Alameda Education Foundation for art education in public schools. Much thanks to Pam and Jillian of AEF, and to Natalie for putting together this FaNTasTic video:
https://alamedaeducationfoundation.org/bill-jeng/
