100 Years of Women Making Change
Today, marks the 100th Anniversary of International Women’s Day – a day to celebrate the amazing women who have shaped us. It's been a century of women making change, and the next 100 years is sure to bring even more progress, thanks to people like you.
Take a moment today to celebrate a woman who has made a difference in your life – whether it is your mother, your sister, your colleague, or your friend. With 100 years of progress behind us, we have much to look forward to and much to achieve.
- Happy International Women’s Day from all of us at AAWAA!
Refreshing Success!
We're happy to report that AAWAA's first Refresh: An Afternoon of Relaxation and Creativity fundraiser and silent auction was a success!
 Artists, volunteers, and AAWAA-supporters alike piled into AAWAA's studio to indulge in relaxing services with great company, all while supporting a good cause! All proceeds from the fundraiser and silent auction will help AAWAA continue to provide a creative space for women to reconnect with themselves through A Place of Her Own.
Our thanks go out to the coordinators, interns, and volunteers who worked tirelessly backstage to make it all happen. We also want to send our appreciation to the organizations and individuals who generously contributed items for the silent auction!
Check out our Facebook page for pictures from the event!
Thanks and Welcome!
Speaking of "refreshing," we wanted to take a moment to introduce you to the newest additions to AAWAA's hard working behind-the-scenes team. Thanks to their help, along with the help of long-time supporters, we're bringing AAWAA to the next level and continue to ensure the visibility and documentation of Asian American women in the arts.
 Here are some names that you may start to hear more often:
• Rasika Apte • Vivian Truong • Stephenie Aguirre
We're a small team but with your continued support, we make big things happen!
If you want to join the team or have any questions regarding how you can help, please contact Cristal at cristal@aawaa.net.
Coming Soon: New and Improved Member Benefits Package
 There are many benefits to being a member of AAWAA, including discounts on AAWAA's helpful workshops, a page on AAWAA's website, and access to a vast network of Asian American women artists.
As some of you may have already noticed, we're adding even more benefits! We're still in the midst of tweaking and improving our Member Benefits Package but to give you a few hints, new benefits will be good news to those looking for increased training, promotion, and funding opportunities.
In the meantime, as we work to improve our membership offerings, check out who our current members are by visiting our Artists page!
Books Inc. Conversations with Artists
 When: Friday, March 18, 7:30-9:30pm
Where: Books Inc. 1344 Park Street Alameda, CA 94501
Contemporary Works by Asian American Women and discuss their works.
While soaking in these artists' insights, you can also support AAWAA by participating in Book Inc.'s "Shopping Night." Books Inc. will generously donate 20% of sales during the event to AAWAA!
made in usa: Paul Fong Unveiling  When:
Friday, March 11, 5:00-7:00 pm
Where: Euphrat Museum of Art at De Anza College
Join AAWAA artist and co-founder Flo Oy Wong as she unveils her 2010 piece entitled made in usa: Paul Fong. This new work is a continuation of Flo's seminal made in usa: Angel Island Shhh installation. The ceremony will include the presentation of Flo's artwork to the Honorable Assemblyman's home constituency of the 22nd District. Paul Fong, his family, and Flo will be at the March 11th unveiling.
3 Paths to Expression Exhibition
When:
March 3-September 3, 2011
Where: Jacobs Education Center of the Sam and Alfreda Maloof Foundation For Arts
3 Paths to Expression features a selection of AAWAA artist, Lan-Chiann Wu's work, as well as works by Tina Mion and Georgette Unis. For more information and directions to the gallery, click here.
Two Exhibitions Featuring Nancy Hom
When: La Peña Cultural Center
105 Shattuck Avenue, Berkeley, CA
100 Years of Women Rockin’ the World ArtRage Gallery 505 Hawley Avenue, Syracuse, NY
YBCA and Open Studio with Cynthia Tom
Cynthia's Discards & Variances mixed media collaboration with Jennifer Ewing and Cris Matos is featured in the Daily Lives exhibit at Yerba Buena Center for the Arts. Cynthia explores the stories of individuals discarded by families and society and the concept of “journey” implied by spirit boats provide a jump off point for hope and imagination.
 When: Now through June 12, 2011Thu-Sat 12:00-8:00pm Sun 12:00-5:00pm
Where:
RBI Gallery, YBCA San Francisco, CA
View Cynthia Tom's latest works and mini Paris Flea market. A found object artist, Cynthia is ready to hand over her years of treasures to you!
When: April 16-17, 11:00am-6:00pm
Where:
1890 Bryant St.#304
Kiss & Tell: A Romantic Resume, Age 0 to 22 Cross-country Tour
 Well renowned AAWAA artist, MariNaomi's first book, Kiss & Tell: A Romantic Resume, Age 0 to 22 (a graphic memoir) is coming out on March 15!
MariNaomi will be on a cross-country tour from March 16 to April 19 with the illustrious, queer-centric writer/performance group, Sister Spit. After the tour, MariNaomi is also scheduled for two solo readings in the San Francisco Bay Area; there will be a book signing after each reading. For more information, visit http://www.marinaomi.com. We hope to see you at one of Mari's readings!
April 21, 2011, 7:30 pm Booksmith, 1644 Haight Street, San Francisco, CA
Tuesday, April 26, 2011, 7:00 pm Book Passage, 51 Tamal Vista Blvd., Corte Madera, CA
Works by Maryln Mori on Saratoga Library Art Wall 
When:
March-April
Mon and Tue, 1:00-9:00PM
Wed, Thu,Fri, Sat 10:00am-6:00pm
Sun 1:00-5:00pm
Where: Saratoga Library, 13650 Saratoga Avenue, Saratoga, California
Maryln Mori is showing her work on the Saratoga Library Art Wall for the months of March and April 2011. She is sharing the space with Jane Hofstetter, a watercolorist. Mori’s subjects remain vegetables and fruits. Recently, she says they are, “Up close and personal, not seen from afar in a bowl.” For more information, visit Her website is: http://www.malmori.com or contact Marlyn at malmori@comcast.net.
Sue Tom Recognized as Sequoias 2011 Volunteer of the Year
AAWAA artist and major donor Sue Tom has been recognized as The Sequoias 2011 Volunteer of the Year and has also been awarded the 2011 Certificate for Outstanding Artistic Achievement for her work in the "Art With Elders" Program.
 These awards recognizes Sue's accomplishments spanning her 14 years of volunteer service as Arts & Crafts teacher, as well as her many years of displaying the residents personal art and collections. Congratulations Sue!
Lenore Chinn Awarded 2011 Cultural Equity Grant from the San Francisco Arts Commission
Lenore Chinn is a recipient of a 2011 Cultural Equity Grant from the San Francisco Arts Commission. Lenore will be creating a new visual art piece on canvas based on her visit to the Bok Kai Temple in Marysville, California. She will be partnering with the Luggage Store Gallery in San Francisco next summer for the unveiling and will also give a presentation at the Asian American Studies Department of San Francisco State University. Congratulations Lenore!
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In this Issue
NEWS
○ 100 Years of Women Making Change ○ Refreshing Success! ○ Thanks and Welcome!○ Coming Soon: New and Improved Member Benefits Package
EVENTS
○ Books Inc. Conversations with the Artist
MEMBER NEWS ○ made in usa: Paul Fong Unveiling ○ 3 Paths to Expression Exhibition ○ Two Exhibitions Featuring Nancy Hom ○ YBCA and Open Studio with Cynthia Tom ○ Kiss & Tell: A Romantic Resume, Age 0 to 22 Cross-country Tour ○ Works by Maryln Mori on Saratoga Library Art Wall ○ Sue Tom Recognized as Sequoias 2011 Volunteer of the Year ○ Lenore Chinn Awarded 2011 Cultural Equity Grant
Monographs Still Available!
Our limited edition A Place of Her Own monographs are still available! We hope that this small but powerful monograph inspires you to find your place. You can return to it time and again, write in the margins, and make it your own. Available for a minimum donation of $10.
Cheers to Muses Contemporary Works by Asian American Women AAWAA's unique anthology features 64 contemporary artists, focusing equally on visual and literary artists, and showcasing the broad range of talent among Asian American women. Available for a minimum donation of $24.95.
Upcoming Events
A Place of Her Own May 2011 SOMArts Cultural Center 934 Brannan Street San Francisco, CA 94103
A Place of Her Own is a multi-phase, multi-disciplinary project which poses the question, "If you had a place of your own, what would it be?" In May 2011, AAWAA and co-presenter Asian Pacific Islander Cultural Center, will showcase the next major exhibition. For more information, click here.
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