Presented in conjunction with TASTE 2017, Root Division’s annual culinary event, Back to the Garden examines the ways in which artists create order, find inspiration, and craft identity through the natural sublime. From houseplants to well-manicured gardens and neighborhood parks, the natural world is consciously interwoven into our daily lives. Featuring work by sixteen Bay Area artists, this exhibition explores the motivations and methods by which human beings shape the natural world into a reflection of their identity, societal values, and projected ideals.

Participating Artists
Whitney Aguiniga
Natasha Carlos*
Hagit Cohen
Leeza Doreian
Kathryn Dunlevie
Claire Elliot
Mary Anne Kluth
Carrie Lederer
Dionne Lee
Cathy Lu**
Whitney Lynn**
Erin Mallea
Kelley O’Leary*
Elena Patino*
Ryan Richey
Saree Silverman*

*Root Division Studio Artist
**Root Division Alumni

Sound design by Tristan de Liège

Back to the Garden is free, open to the public, and includes a Creative Station - all ages art activities hosted in our classroom during the 2nd Saturday opening reception.

TASTE 2017
TICKETED FUNDRAISING EVENT: Thursday, April 20, 6 - 11 pm
Our annual spring fundraiser, TASTE 2017 promises to be a night not to forget with cuisine and cocktails made on site by over 20 famed local chefs and mixologists in an evening of food-inspired art and art-inspired food.

Back to the Garden