About
Erin Fong (b. 1985) is a California based artist living and working in the San Francisco Bay Area. Her works spans various mediums, including letterpress printing, painting, and immersive installations. Her work explores the profound influence of color on our everyday experiences, the interplay between hues and emotions, and delves into the intricate dynamics of human connections—both with herself and others. Through a vibrant fusion of craftsmanship and emotional exploration, Erin invites viewers to reflect on the magic of color and its subtle yet powerful impact on our lives.
For all buying inquiries, collaborations, or to schedule a studio visit please contact: Erinfongfanclub@gmail.com
Exhibitions
2024 Summertime, Crotta, Grass Valley, CA (forthcoming)
2024 Fuzzy Feelings, Lowney Architecture, Oakland, CA | duo show
2023 Moments, Soft Times Gallery, San Francisco, CA | group show
2023 Color/Block, Yonder Shop, San Francisco, CA | group show
2023 Support System, Side Bitch Project Space, Los Angeles, CA | group show
2023 The de Young Open, de Young Museum, San Francisco, CA | group show
2023 The Voice in the Hand, Petaluma Art Center | group show
2023 Emeryville Celebration of the Arts, Emeryville, CA | group show
2023 The Sensation of Color, Bedford Gallery, Walnut Creek, CA | solo show
2022 Emeryville Celebration of the Arts, Emeryville, CA | group show
2022 Faith, Hopes, and Dreams, Realm Gallery, Los Angeles, CA | group show
2021 Emeryville Celebration of the Arts, Emeryville, CA | group show
2020 The Friendship Project, Rare Device, San Francisco, CA | solo show
2019 The Friendship Project, Wild Child Children's Museum, Oakland, CA
2018 Emeryville Celebration of the Arts, Emeryville, CA | group show
2017 The Peep Show, Mule Gallery, San Francisco, CA | Co-curated
2016 Greetings From California, Alite Gallery, San Francisco, CA | duo show
Education + Opportunities + Awards
2025 Emeryville Bus Shelter Public Art (forthcoming)
2023 Purchase Award for Emeryville Celebration of the Arts
2022 Google Artist in Residence
2022 Rare Device Mural commission
2022 Ferry Building Earth Day commission
2022 Square HQ commission
2021 Ferry Building Earth Day commission
2019 California College of the Arts Letterpress Instructor
2019 Jewish Community Center SF activation
2019 In Cahoots Residency
2017 Panel discussion with Heather Day
2012 San Francisco Center for the Book | Non-profit volunteer
2009-2012 Codex Foundation | Non-profit volunteer
2004-2009 University of Nevada, Reno | Liberal Arts degree with a focus in studio art, women’s studies, and sociology.
Partnerships
Fong's creative prowess has attracted collaborations with a diverse range of commercial brands, including notable names such as J.Crew, Incase, Squarespace and Allbirds. Her work has been commissioned for office spaces such as Square HQ, Hush Puppies and Google as part of the Google Artist in Residence program. Her letterpress work has included colophons and text for several artist editions, including renowned names such as Maira Kalman, Clare Rojas, Malick Sidiblé, and Wayne Thiebaud.