I am interested in creating objects and sculpture that capture tenuous moments. The spontaneity and whimsy that develops through the process of repetitive manipulation and stress upon materials such as glass, wood, paper and metal has always captured my curiosity. I am interested in the moments where a material is mutated but not yet completely transformed or destroyed--the space where new patterns emerge. I am interested in the relationship of these patterns with one another and with myself, as an artist and an observer. 

Saiman Li is a visual artist currently lives & works in San Francisco. He received a BFA from the San Francisco Art Institue in 1993. His work has been exhibited nationally in the U.S. including New Langton Arts, SF Camerawork, Bronx Museum of the Arts & Alternative Museum in New York.
In addition to his visual works, which encompass photography and installation, Li is a working dj. In the past, Li had participated for special events at Yerba Buena Center for the Arts, SF Asian Arts Museum as well as SFMOMA.

I've combined my love of welding and my fascination with lighting, balance, and nature to create one-of-a-kind pieces that point to my surroundings; particularly architecture and flowers. My work is deeply connected to my respect for the artisans of Asia whose use of simple materials and simple methods are reflected in my lighting fixtures.

Hi - I started painting again as an adult when I was pregnant with my son, Zane. Since Zane was born with a rare syndrome, Emanuel's Syndrome, I left teaching to become a stay at home mom. I found myself at home with time on my hands and the need to express myself. Due to my background as a teacher and my new career as a full time mommy of a special child, my subject matter revolved around subjects that appealed to children and adults who are young at heart. My first painting was an elephant – elefante original – 2001.

Elefante original is the most abstract of all my elephant paintings, but one of my personal favorites. I went on to paint several more: elefante anaranjado, elefante feliz, etc., I also started to paint plants, owls, birds, whales, and insects. I like this subject matter, because it's whimsical and works well with my primitive and child-like style. I enjoy starting with a simple subject, like a flower or a giraffe, and then experimenting with the texture and color to create something playful and yummy, but also substantial.

Since then I have branched out to paint some abstracts and to do some collages. I have shown my work locally, nationally, and internationally at various Cafes, Art shows, Galleries, and Art Auctions. My style reflects my personality in that it is eclectic, fun, whimsical, and complex. Life can be daunting at times, but I am still able to find humor and beauty in the most painful of times. I want my artwork to achieve the same effect – to be able to bring joy where maybe there was none before – to transform the darkness into something light and beautiful. My work appeals to art lovers who appreciate the sheer simplicity of my subject matter, and the joy that my work evokes in the viewer.

Also - I do commissions, so if you would like something specific that you do not see, but you think it would work well with my style, then please ask, and I bet we can work something out – many of my paintings have come from ideas from patrons such as yourself -

Thank you for taking the time to read this and to view my work – cheers!!
Kelli Robinson – 415.525.0530
http://www.kellirobinson.com

My practice is comprised of observations on American life, with a specific interest in sociology and media.  Art, in its highest form, serves as a tool for communication.  My goal is to provoke thoughtful analysis of the viewer’s own values when they interact with my work, rather than to persuade them to align their opinions with mine.  Ideally, my work inspires more questions than answers.