Serge Gay Jr.'s "GOLD"

Serge Gay Jr. - "GOLD" - On view at Spoke Art gallery in San Francisco, April 2014

Spoke Art is pleased to present GOLD, a solo show of new paintings by San Francisco based artist Serge Gay Jr. Following his successful solo exhibition last year at Spoke Art, Serge braves a new series of work that explores music and it’s effect on him as an artist and it’s larger toll on culture as a whole.

Each painting from GOLD individually addresses a different band or musical artist. Spanning across multiple genres and styles, Serge depicts musical icons who have either influenced him artistically or had some sort of personal impact on his life. From Bowie to Jay Z, Serge’s new body of work has a flowing melodic feel to it, indicative of whatever music influenced each painting’s creation. The trademark feverish surrealism still remains however each work has a poignant composition and style incredibly emblematic of whatever musical genre it stems from. Themes of lost love, identity and hope are depicted through the energetic brush strokes and eccentric whimsey rendered in his work.

On a more personal note, this new series emotionally time-travels through different periods in Serge’s life. Epochs of growth, happiness and heartache are all represented through the different musical stylings that carried him through developmental stages not only as an artist but as an individual. From the artist, “The inspiration for this show is music and why it’s played a role in my life as an artist. I’ve always wanted to make a series depicting musicians who, at some point made a big impact on my personality and my craft. Music was one of my escapes from reality and it motivated me to be creative during moments in my life when I’ve felt the highest high or my lowest low. Therefore I want to pay homage to those musicians who were the inspiration for a large portion of my work and have helped me to tell my own stories.” GOLD not only examines music and pop culture,but also it’s overwhelming effect on culture and artistic progress.

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  • A surreal painting by Serge Gay Jr. features a regal figure crowned by smaller figures, holding two masks of their face amid fantastical elements like a spaceship, robot, and vulture, all vividly rendered in acrylic on canvas. Created by Serge Gay Jr., this acrylic on canvas showcases a regal figure in ornate clothing, accompanied by two surreal faces. Trees and a vulture loom in the background, while golden circular patterns enhance the eclectic atmosphere reminiscent of the Beyond Eden Art Fair.
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    Serge Gay Jr.
    "Michael Jackson, Imagination"
    $2,800.00
    $2,800.00
  • An acrylic on canvas artwork by artist Serge Gay Jr. depicts a vibrant purple-haired figure surrounded by floating soda cans and a glowing light bulb. A steaming teacup and faces line the bottom, infusing whimsy, while a contemplative observer looks on from afar. Acrylic on canvas, this vibrant framed artwork by Serge Gay Jr. features a pastel-haired figure with a cup, surrounded by surreal designs and intricate faces, exuding a futuristic vibe.
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    Serge Gay Jr.
    “Break”
    $900.00
    $900.00
  • Two figures wearing futuristic helmets with reflective visors face each other against a textured backdrop, echoing Daft Punks style. Phrases like Faster Time and Lucky are woven around them, influenced by Serge Gay Jr.s vibrant artistry. A gallery hallway features Serge Gay Jr.s vibrant framed artwork on an off-white wall. The largest painting at the end depicts two people. The wooden floor shines brightly, casting a glow reminiscent of Digital Star across various subjects and styles.
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    Serge Gay Jr.
    “Digital Star”
    $700.00
    $700.00
  • This abstract artwork, crafted by Serge Gay Jr., is inspired by Billie Holiday. It portrays a woman with dark hair, a flower in her hair, partially covered by her hand as she holds a cigarette. The background shows textured blue and cream shades using acrylic and pen on paper. A Serge Gay Jr. framed artwork shows a person with stylized hair adorned with flowers, holding a golden flower in their mouth and a purple one in hand against a soft gray and white backdrop.
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    Serge Gay Jr.
    “Gloomy Dreamst”
    $400.00
    $400.00
  • A Serge Gay Jr. surreal artwork depicts a woman with green hair, balancing three figures on her head amidst abstract backgrounds featuring a vintage car, trees, and geometric patterns. Sunglasses and a picture frame enhance the intrigue of this acrylic on paper masterpiece. An art gallery wall displays five framed artworks by Serge Gay Jr. in diverse styles, blending abstract and figurative elements using acrylic on paper. The wooden floor and strategic lighting complement the minimalistic gallery ambiance.
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    Serge Gay Jr.
    “Half Light”
    $900.00
    $900.00
  • Blue and black collage art, depicting dynamic scenes like portraits with jewelry, urban streets, a bridge, a sports car, and a liquor store. Inspired by Serge Gay Jr.s style. The art gallery interior displays five framed artworks by Serge Gay Jr., featuring a mix of abstract and figurative styles. The wooden flooring and bright lighting accentuate the minimalist decor, highlighting themes from Hustlers Problems.
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    Serge Gay Jr.
    “Hustlers Problems”
    $2,800.00
    $2,800.00
  • This vibrant Serge Gay Jr. masterpiece features a mans face with dreadlocks interwoven with images like a lion, cityscape, and faces. Its surreal style is akin to Bob Marleys Love Movement, seamlessly blending nature, humanity, and culture. A gallery wall features five diverse artworks, with a wooden floor and bright ceiling lights. On the far left is a distinctive piece by Serge Gay Jr., showcasing circular golden discs paired with a dark, intricate painting, enhancing the depth of this inspired display.
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    Serge Gay Jr.
    “Love Movement”
    $1,600.00
    $1,600.00
  • A surreal Serge Gay Jr. image depicts an astronaut with pink hair and a transparent helmet holding a textured sphere in space. Yellow ribbons ripple around, echoing David Bowies cosmic tunes, while ethereal figures and abstract faces merge into the Martian backdrop. A framed artwork by Serge Gay Jr. features a futuristic figure in a spacesuit amid floating gold ribbons, surrounded by ethereal figures and celestial objects reminiscent of David Bowies Life on Mars, as the figure holds a glowing orb, gazing thoughtfully into the distance.
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    Serge Gay Jr.
    “Mars”
    $1,200.00
    $1,200.00
  • A vibrant abstract painting by Serge Gay Jr. captures Freddie Mercurys essence, showing a figure with a microphone and smaller portraits within its chest and arm, featuring a signature red tie and white studded belt to honor the rock legend. A gallery wall features six framed artworks in diverse portrait and abstract styles, with the largest piece inspired by the Serge Gay Jr. brand depicting a couple. The room, with its elegant wooden floors and white walls, showcases varying themes and colors.
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    Serge Gay Jr.
    “The Wind Blows”
    $1,000.00
    $1,000.00
  • “Abstact Rhymes” - Spoke Art A gallery wall features several artworks, highlighting a Serge Gay Jr. painting of four musicians in a surreal, colorful scene with a bus and roses. Smaller pieces, such as an Abstract Rhymes canvas, hang on the left. The room retains a bright, minimalist feel.
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    Serge Gay Jr.
    “Abstact Rhymes”
    $1,600.00
    $1,600.00
  • A woman with blue and black hair gazes through vivid yellow doodles of cartoon characters, hearts, stars, and words like shhh and Love. Titled Diamond Rebel, this surreal acrylic on paper by Serge Gay Jr. masterfully blends vibrant artistic elements. Diamond Rebel, an acrylic on paper by Serge Gay Jr., depicts a woman with blue and green hair surrounded by vibrant yellow cartoon doodles and text like Shhh... and Love. Its displayed in a frame against a pristine white wall.
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    Serge Gay Jr.
    “Diamond Rebel”
    $1,000.00
    $1,000.00
  • A vibrant 5x5 grid features stylized illustrations of women with unique makeup and expressions. The backgrounds range from happy to dramatic, evoking the dynamic flair of Video Pop, reminiscent of Serge Gay Jr.s vivid storytelling through art. Brand: Serge Gay Jr. A striking framed artwork by Serge Gay Jr. features a grid of 25 portraits, each showcasing a unique expression or style of a blonde-haired woman. The vibrant collection varies in color and mood, reflecting his renowned Video Pop flair.
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    Serge Gay Jr.
    “Video Pop”
    $800.00
    $800.00
  • A surreal Serge Gay Jr. collage evokes Beatles-era whimsy, featuring four musicians, a vintage van, a tank, flowers, and urban architecture. This vibrant tapestry includes a foreground strawberry and encapsulates the Mystery of Love in an acrylic masterpiece. A person stands smiling in front of two colorful, surrealistic paintings titled Mystery of Love by Serge Gay Jr. These acrylic on canvas pieces feature intriguing figures and vibrant colors. The individual wears a gray button-up shirt, perfectly matching the creative ambiance.
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    Serge Gay Jr.
    "The Beatles, Mystery of Love"
    $2,800.00
    $2,800.00
  • In a vibrant sunset-lit field, reminiscent of Serge Gay Jr. art, a man plays an upright piano as three women in leopard-print dresses dance joyfully above it. A path leads to a distant house, blending music, nature, and celebration. A framed painting by Serge Gay Jr. shows a man at a piano in a sunset field, surrounded by three dancing women. The acrylic on paper captures a rustic house beneath a golden sky.
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    Serge Gay Jr.
    “C’mon Honey”
    $1,000.00
    $1,000.00
  • A surreal, striking Serge Gay Jr.-style painting features multiple red-haired, bearded figures in bikinis, crowded together with varied expressions and exaggerated stylized features. A Serge Gay Jr. painting of women with similar looks in bikinis, standing close together, features warm tones and exaggerated proportions. Displayed in a black frame on a white wall.
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    Serge Gay Jr.
    “Lickers”
    $600.00
    $600.00
  • This vibrant illustration in Serge Gay Jr.s style captures a woman with windswept yellow hair adorned with bees, embodying Beyonces fierceness. Clad in honeycomb-patterned attire and a chunky necklace, she stands amid tall grass and flowers, creating an acrylic-on-paper vibe. The art gallery wall features five framed abstract paintings with a larger acrylic on paper piece by Serge Gay Jr. to the right, enhancing the minimalist rooms wooden flooring and crisp white walls with dynamic flair.
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    Serge Gay Jr.
    “Honey B”
    $600.00
    $600.00
  • An acrylic on canvas by Serge Gay Jr. depicts a tattooed woman with black hair crouching on a patterned floor, surrounded by surreal elements—feline, monitor, red branch, distant doorways. A geometric frame encircles her while a bird soars in the sky. A surreal Serge Gay Jr. painting in acrylic on canvas depicts a woman with long dark hair in patterned clothing on a sandy surface, framed by a golden triangle. A cat joins her amid a vintage TV, red branches, and rustic structures.
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    Serge Gay Jr.
    “Contagious”
    $1,900.00
    $1,900.00