Presidio Theatre x 111 Minna Gallery Present: Refractions of Place & Presence

Join us for a vibrant exhibition celebrating the intersection of performance, memory, and global perspective through the work of two multidisciplinary artists: Yingri Guan and Cristina Miraflor Ibarra.

Yingri Guan weaves technology, design, and generative form into stunning visual experiences. With roots in China, Singapore, and the Pacific Northwest, her work explores patterns—both natural and human-made—that connect cultures across borders. Through digital fabrication and an inquisitive lens, she reveals the invisible threads that shape our world.

Cristina Miraflor Ibarra captures the immediacy of lived experience with fluid watercolors painted live during performances. Using just ink, water, and a travel kit, she honors fleeting moments with intimate observation. Grounded in Filipino heritage and Bay Area rhythms, her work echoes with song, memory, and joy.

Together, Guan and Ibarra offer distinct yet harmonious approaches to how art can reflect, respond to, and reframe the world around us.

Opening Reception + Artist Talk
Wednesday, September 3 | 6:00–8:00 PM
Presidio Theatre Lobby

Celebrate with us at a free, in-person reception featuring drinks, community, and an Artist 2 Artist Talk — a candid dialogue between Cristina & Yingri, moderated by returning artist Rhonel Roberts, whose own work opened this series. Get a behind-the-scenes look at their creative processes, journeys, and shared inspirations.

Free with RSVP

The exhibition will remain on view through the summer during show nights at Presidio Theatre and is accessible with ticketed entry.