Martin Wongمارتن ونغ
Born: July 11, 1946, Portland, OR
Died: August 12, 1999, San Francisco, CA
Martin Wong first exhibited work in his hometown of San Francisco in 1959. Wong’s early works reflect the psychedelic era and his interest in the diverse cultures of Asia. Beginning in 1964, Wong spent fifteen years in Eureka, CA. His paintings, ceramics, and calligraphy from this period include eclectic imagery drawn from Eastern mythologies, local scenes, and toys. He maintained an artistic presence in San Francisco through the outdoor exhibitions of the San Francisco Arts Festival and in his creation of stage sets and props for the San Francisco alternative theater troupe The Angels of Light.