Art Lives in Conversation

“Art, Tech, and Assets," by Dot Red in collaboration with Silicon Valley Bank, celebrates the fusion of creativity and innovation and delves into the evolving narrative of art as an investment and cultural touchstone.

Featuring works by artists such as Nikolas Soren Goodich, Autumn Breon, Knowledge Bennett, Reginald W. Armstrong, Penda Diakité, Bart Cooper, and Sharon Barnes, the exhibition presents a range of paintings, installations, and mixed media. These pieces explore themes of identity, social justice, heritage, and personal narratives.

Discover the dynamic interplay between art, technology, and finance, and join us in celebrating visionary artists and the powerful intersection of their work.

Join us for a preview of "Photography is My Heart”. This exhibition features a retrospective of artwork by renowned and award winning photographer, John Simmons. 

Simmons, known primarily as a cinematographer, started his creative journey with collage and photography. Influenced by figures like Robert Sengstacke and Aaron Douglas, he later gained recognition through Carlton Moss and Ousmane Sembene. Despite Emmy Award-winning films, photography remains his sacred form of expression. Discover his iconic images, like Girl Eating Ice Cream (1967), and recent works like Fight Like a Girl, Los Angeles, CA (2019). Simmons' passion for photography communicates timeless messages to new audiences. This exhibition by Dot Red and curated alongside ​​Bridget R. Cooks, Ph.D. offers an opportunity to reflect on the impact of Simmons' work and celebrate the beauty of black life, history, and culture. Don't miss this timeless and powerful experience.