Steven Liu
b. 1989 ∙ CE artist since 2011
Photo by Evguenia Shtill
Steven Liu’s tireless physical energy is expressed in his line - it, too, cannot be contained. It moves and jumps, doubles back, extends out, and then returns in long jittering loops, stopping occasionally to take note of a particular aspect before continuing on its vigorous way.
Liu’s attention to detail and its willful disruption elevate the humble marker (his preferred medium) to heights normally reserved for the finest materials. In his hands, a few markers are as expressive as a palette full of oil paints.
Since joining the Ce studio, Liu has been unstoppable and is a fast learner, willing to try new things, and experiment with new surfaces and varying sizes of work. He enjoys working in series, studying different subjects like dancers, bikers, and Hindu motifs.
Select Exhibitions & Projects
2020
48 Pillars, Arc Gallery, San Francisco. CA
See Me with My Own Eyes, LinkedIn InCommon Space, San Francisco, CA
2017
Black White, Creativity Explored, San Francisco, CA
2016
Pass Away - Dia de los Muerto Altar at Davies Symphony Hall, San Francisco, CA
Tabula Rasa, Creativity Explored, San Francisco, CA
2015
Tree of Life, Creativity Explored, San Francisco, CA
2014
Shoerageous, Creativity Explored, San Francisco, CA
West Coasts, Museum of La Creation Franche, Bègles, France
A Curious Menagerie, Creativity Explored, San Francisco, CA
2013
SIDESHOW, Creativity Explored, San Francisco, CA
Introductions, Creativity Explored, San Francisco, CA
I Have Never Taken the Time to Really Look, Accident and Artifact, San Francisco, CA
2012
Fabulous, Creativity Explored, San Francisco, CA
Are We There Yet?, Creativity Explored, San Francisco, CA