The Golden State Opening | Recap
The response to The Golden State by Ricardo Osmondo Francis has truly been amazing.
Several pieces have already found new homes, and we are deeply grateful to everyone who contributed, attended our opening, or spread the word about this historically timely showcase.
Your support and enthusiasm mean everything.
A Necessary Dialogue
Ricardo delicately and creatively explores American politics, then invites us all to join him in this endeavor.
The GOLDEN State has been a platform for commentary on the current sociopolitical landscape in America.
Through his surreal, mixed-media pieces, we are encouraged to confront complex truths.
This exhibition has prompted guests to pause in thoughtful reflection and sparked them to initiate generative conversations with people they’re meeting for the first time.
We’re wishing you ease and safety on your way to the polls today.
-The 7 Space Team
Event: The Process | an open studio for creating
No pressure. No perfection. Just process.
The Process, designed by artist Maimouna Sow, in collaboration with The 7 Space, is a space for artists, makers, and anyone craving creative release.
Bring your materials or use ours.
Sketch, paint, collage, doodle, drift.
It's less about the finished piece and more about the freedom to make without expectation.
Come solo or with a friend, stay quiet or share your work—either way, you'll be surrounded by a community that gets it.
We'll close the session with reflection and conversation for those who want to linger in the magic of what's been made.
Just show up. The rest will unfold.
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Artists, healers, practitioners, and community builders welcome
Your Invitation to Ownership
This is your invitation to own a piece of one-of-a-kind artwork from The GOLDEN State.
Currently Featured Artwork
For art lovers and collectors, this is your chance to acquire one of Ricardo's historic pieces while they’re available.
A large-format piece about freedom, Democracy & our collective place within it.
A large-format classic examining power, conflict, geopolitical influence, and the imagery of modern warfare.
A striking medium format painting of Epiphany & Reason, defenders of Democracy, staring back at America.
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