Power in Numbers 2025
Saturday. June 28. 2025
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"Power in Numbers" is a fun and inspiring event hosted by Gallery Nucleus, and I was so happy to be part of it again this year. What makes this show so unique is that it features original, hand-made artwork-no digital prints-each one created in a small 5 x 7 postcard format. It’s such a clever way to celebrate traditional art in a playful, approachable size. With so many participating artists, the show becomes a colorful mix of ideas, styles, and stories all in one place.
A little version of “Hide and Seek - A Chameleon and Red-Eyed Tree Frogs,” “Hide and Seek - A Flip-flop and Sneakers,” and “Hide and Seek - An Origami Swan and Swans”
In the end of June, I had the pleasure of joining "Power in Numbers 2025" with a new piece from my series "Hide and Seek." For this special occasion, I visited Gallery Nucleus on a Saturday to attend the opening reception. The show was held on the second floor of the gallery, and as I stepped inside, I was immediately drawn to the walls filled with tiny, detailed artworks. Each one felt like a little gem, carefully made and full of personality.
The title wall for “Power in Numbers 2025”
“Peony Cream” and Fluffy Dreams” by Mushinky
“Cat Loves Desks-The Botanist,” “Cat Loves Desks-The Fiber Artist,” and “Cat Loves Desks-The Ceramist” by echo.ism
Visited the gallery for the opening reception :D
The atmosphere was friendly and cozy, and it was easy to feel connected—not just to the art, but also to the people in the room. Viewers slowly walked from piece to piece, smiling, pointing, and quietly taking it all in. The variety of styles was incredible—some pieces were colorful and bold, others soft and quiet, and each one told a different story. It was like flipping through the pages of a visual diary, written by dozens of artists from different backgrounds.
“Scared,” “Tower,” and “Captured” by Mark Hoffmann
“Logan,” Xavier,” and “Scott Summers” by Kai
“Jelly,” Canny,” and “Inky” by Niccolo Balce
“Falling Babies I, II, III” by Xinleh
“Sharing is Caring,” “Black Forest Cake,” and “Funfetti” by Cristal Tadeo
“Foraging Afternoon” and “Ink and Quills” by Laura Salgarolo
What stood out the most to me was how much heart each piece carried, even within such a small format. It reminded me how powerful art can be, no matter the size. Being part of this show again made me feel grateful and inspired. Events like this give artists a space to be playful, personal, and connected—and as someone who loves storytelling through drawing, I couldn’t have asked for a better way to share my work.
It’s definitely an experience I’ll carry with me—one of those sweet memories that spark joy whenever you think about them.
Enjoyed lunch at “Popping Yolk Cafe” in Pasadena, California :)
