Art Tongue: Bầu Cua Cá Cọp - Gourd Crab Fish Tiger" Exhibition Artists Talk

Join us for an intimate evening of storytelling, reflection, and creative exchange as artists from the Bầu Cua Cá Cọp - Gourd Crab Fish Tiger exhibition come together to share the voices behind their work.

In this special Art Tongue series, participating artists will speak about their artistic process, inspirations, and the personal and cultural narratives woven into their pieces. From concept to creation, gain deeper insight into the stories, materials, and meanings that shape each artwork.

This is a unique opportunity to connect directly with the artists, ask questions, and experience the exhibition through their perspectives.

Come listen, learn, and be part of the conversation.

Moderated by Esther Young, Chopsticks Alley's CreativiTEA Open Mic Producer
Featured Artists:

• Saraswathy Lakshmivaraham
• Hadi Aghaee
• Robin Lasser
• Combsy
• Nina Le
• Tangying Shen
• Brandon Luu
• Angelina Melchor Nguyen

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Exhibition on View - "Bầu Cua Cá Cọp - Gourd Crab Fish Tiger"
Chopsticks Alley Art proudly celebrates eight years of creativity, community, and cultural storytelling. The number eight symbolizes prosperity, harmony, and an unending flow of connection.

Under a theme inspired by the spirit of Bầu Cua Cá Cọp, the beloved Vietnamese game of chance is often played during Tết Lunar New Year. Played with three dice and six iconic symbols: a gourd, crab, fish, deer, rooster, and prawn, the game evokes luck, risk, anticipation, and joyful unpredictability.

Reflecting these qualities, the exhibition showcases artists and artworks that speak to who they are, how they see the world, and the vibrant diversity of creative expression within our community.

Exhibition dates: February 6 - May 3, 2026

Chopsticks Alley Art Gallery
Open San Jose
38 S. 2nd Street
San Jose, CA 95113
Gallery Hours
First Fridays 1-9 pm
Friday - 1-6 pm
Saturday -12 pm - 4 pm
Parking: Street parking or paid parking across the street from the location.

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