Art Exhibit: The Journey 'Home'
Friday, June 6
7:00pm – 10:00pm

Decentered Arts and Uzay Gallery presented The Journey 'Home', a powerful solo exhibition by Maya (Maryam) Tohidi. Marking the final show at Uzay Gallery before losing its long-held space, the evening served as both a celebration and a farewell.

Tohidi’s work reflected a deeply personal exploration of displacement and belonging—tracing her journey from childhood in Iran, immigration to Canada, the closure of her San Francisco home, and the ongoing search for new roots. Mixed-media works, layered with personal writings, poetry, and objects, combined English and Farsi text with Persian rug motifs—sometimes used to obscure pain, sometimes to reweave new narratives of hope.

Constructed from home-improvement materials and crafted both in-studio and during a residency at Uzay, the pieces embodied labor, transformation, and resilience. They honored cultural tradition while embracing the instability and beauty of evolving identity.

The night was scored by DJ Rev. Hooman, who filled the gallery with mystical sounds—melodic house, deep rhythms, and tribal beats shaped by Middle Eastern and Latin influences.

The event marked both an ending and a beginning: a farewell to Uzay’s physical space, and a symbolic leap toward future definitions of "home."


The Journey 'Home' Maya Tohidi

Rugs wept, memories bloomed—guests wandered through home’s unraveling thread as Rev. Hooman’s mystical beats summoned belonging.

Hah Couture Dress Up Party
 Friday, April 11
 7:00pm – 11:00pm PT
Friends gathered at Uzay Gallery to celebrate Hah Holton’s return to San Francisco—just in time for her birthday. The evening featured a trunk show of her iconic wearable art, a Champagne toast, and a sweet spread of strawberries. Guests dressed to the nines in playful fits, honoring Hah’s bold, painterly style.
The $10 NOTAFLOF cover flowed freely into endless bubbly, with remaining funds donated to Junior High LA in support of community programming and fire relief.
It was a night of celebration, art, and sparkle—true to Hah’s colorful, creative spirit.


Hah Couture Dress Up Party

Champagne flowed, strawberries popped, and guests WORE their wildest couture to toast Hah Holton’s return in jaw-dropping, hand-painted glam.

J.EHREN x Piles of SF: A Garbage Age Runway (GA)** **took place on January 25 at MAG Galleries, closing out the _Art and Fashion in the Garbage Age_ exhibit with a bold statement—runway fashion made entirely from San Francisco street trash.
The evening featured two runway walks of the same set of looks, crafted by designer J.EHREN and presented by Piles Collective. Guests gathered outside the gallery on 18th Street for the general admission standing show, while a select few experienced an immersive, seated view inside.
Live music by Taiwanese-American artist Roziht filled the space between shows, adding a moody, textural layer to the night. As a multi-instrumentalist and improviser, her performance amplified the experimental, boundary-pushing energy of the event.
Donations supported the artists, and the evening served as a celebration of repurposing, creativity, and street-born couture in the heart of San Francisco.


Piles Garbage Age Fashion and Art Finale

Trash turned couture on the catwalk! Guests watched runway looks made from SF street garbage strut with glam, grit, and guts.

j.ehren returns with a very special (and cvnt) runway show. Come and have a drink (lol bring bc its byob), enjoy some music and die for the fashion. Presenting a handful of runway exclusive looks, we hope to add a little sparkle to your season before things get crazy <3

Schedule:
Doors: 7:00 PM
Runway: 8:00 PM
Afters: 8:30-11:00 pm

DISCLAIMER doors WILL be shut during the show, so please for the love of god show up before 8:00 PM. Otherwise no one will be around to let you in.

music: TBA

Location: Capitol Art

Dresscode: Cunty Claus !!! Bring us your campiest cuntiest santa claus (or winter) inspired outfit, so you can live that mean girls fantasy with us! But don't forget, a ho ho ho, never gets cold.

Joey Ehren (j.ehren) is a San Francisco-based fashion designer exploring utilitarian cut and sew methods. Their work frequently uses eyelets, silver embellishments, and corset-style lacing with up-cycled materials.


Tickets:
$25 till December 12th
$30 December 13th
$35 day of

Production Team:
Jules Roberts-Hansen - Creative Direction @777jules
Kelsie Jones - Runway design and jewelry @kj\_lynn\_
Paul Reginato: Production @paulreginato
Liz Cahill: Production @liz.cahll

Interested in volunteering? Exact needs are TBD but we will be in touch, sign up here. <https://forms.gle/EVC5pzMpaLVQdsyH7>

\*door will be checking for tickets so don’t scam\*


	j.ehren Holiday Show

j.ehren returns with a very special (and cvnt) runway show. Come and have a drink (lol bring bc its byob), enjoy some music and die for the fashion. Presenting a handful of runway exclusive looks, we hope to add a little sparkle to your season before things get crazy <3

j.ehren returns with the Piles team and his largest collection yet. Presenting 40 looks followed by an afterparty (Mission SF location TBA trust us it’s special).

Garments are upcycled from clothes found dumped on the streets of The Mission and deadstock fabric sourced locally.

Schedule:
Doors: 7:00 PM
Runway 1: 8:00 PM
Runway 2: 9:00
after: ~10pm-2am

Music:
Runway:
Roziht Eve

DJs:
DJ ThornberrE
notno\_music
videounknown\_
billiard\_\_


Dress code: BRAT🐩👠Channel your facorite Icon



Paparazzi: Legendary fashion photographer Michael Hruska will capture the moment @michaelhruska3141

Joey Ehren (j.ehren) is a San Francisco-based fashion designer exploring utilitarian cut and sew methods. Their work frequently uses eyelets, silver embellishments, and corset-style lacing with up-cycled materials. @j.ehren


Piles of San Francisco is a garbage photography, upcycling, and art project by Paul Reginato and Liz Cahill finding beauty in the Garbage Age. @pilesofsanfrancisco


Production Team:
Jules Roberts-Hansen - Creative Direction @777jules
Kelsie Jones - Runway design and jewelry @kj\_lynn\_
Paul Reginato: Garbage upcycling @pilesofsanfrancisco
Liz Cahill: Production and garbage upcycling @liz.cahll


Special Thanks:
Mr. ANONYMOUS
Decentered Arts @decenteredarts


Tickets:
$25 Early Bird Until July 1st
$30 GA until August 10
$35 GA until 08/16
$40 Day before and Door
$MORE?$ Consider making a tax decuctable donation to Decnetered Arts [decentered.org](http://decentered.org/) or email [liz@decentered.org](mailto:liz@decentered.org)
NOTAFLAF - If cost is a barrier to attendance dm Joey @j.ehren

Interested in volunteering? Exact needs are TBD but we will be in touch, sign up here. <https://forms.gle/EVC5pzMpaLVQdsyH7>

Documentary: <https://youtu.be/xcuMb1FA_Vc?si=3tqwZKdv1Gmumksw>


j.ehren x Piles of San Francisco 3

j.ehren returns with the Piles team and his largest collection yet. Presenting 40 looks followed by an afterparty.


j.ehren x Piles of San Francisco returns for a sunset show of fashion and photography at Battery Godfrey, followed by an after party at a private warehome in Balboa Park.

Follow this link for carpooling <https://tinyurl.com/jehren-ride-share>

Garments are made from upcycled clothes found dumped on the streets of The Mission and deadstock fabric sourced locally.

This is a renegade event. We will gather at Battery Godfrey in the Presidio. BYOB and BYO Picnic and blankets. It will be 50 degrees and windy 12-14mph winds dress warmer than you think you need to dress.

Gather: 6:30 PM
Runway: 7:00 PM
Sunset: 7:30 PM
Afterhangs: The Ocean Room (private warehome) ~8pm-11pm

Music by: Ryan Dorian @videounknown\_

Dress code: Cozy Cunt 🐩👠We will be outside and it will be cold so dress for success in this climate but be ready to take off the layers for the afterparty.

What is cunty, you may ask? For starters, cunt was a vulgar term historically used to tear down women, but recently has been reclaimed by gen z and any other daring individuals looking for a specific way to identify their style and self. To be cunt is to be bitchy, bratty, and everything iconic. Other icons in the cunt category would be Julia Fox, Britney Spears and that girl Suki from Fast and Furious.

Paparazzi: Legendary fashion photographer Michael Hruska will capture the moment @michaelhruska3141

Joey Ehren (j.ehren) is a San Francisco-based fashion designer exploring utilitarian cut and sew methods. Their work frequently uses eyelets, silver embellishments, and corset-style lacing with up-cycled materials. @j.ehren


Piles of San Francisco is a garbage photography and art project by Paul Reginato and Liz Cahill finding beauty in the Garbage Age. @pilesofsanfrancisco


Production Team:
Jules Roberts-Hansen - Creative Direction @777jules
Kelsie Jones - Runway design and jewelry @kj\_lynn\_
Paul Reginato: Garbage photography @pilesofsanfrancisco
Liz Cahill: Production and garbage photography @liz.cahll


Special Thanks:
Mr. ANONYMOUS
Decentered Arts @decenteredarts


Tickets:
$25 Early Bird Until April 1st
$30 GA until April 6th

NOTAFLAF - If cost is a barrier to attendance dm Joey @j.ehren

Interested in volunteering? Exact needs are TBD but we will be in touch, sign up here. <https://forms.gle/ncD4uVAPz7D2ium89>


Piles 2 (j.ehren x Piles of San Francisco)

j.ehren x Piles of San Francisco returns for a sunset show of fashion and photography at Battery Godfrey, followed by an after party at a private warehome in Balboa Park.

Celebrate the launch of piles, a fashion line by j.ehren x Piles of San Francisco made of upcycled clothes found dumped on the streets of The Mission.

Garbage Age runway fashion show, photography, sculpture, dance party and bonus fun await! The theme is garbage.

It will be at a beautiful private loft in SOMA. Address announced in text to attendees and in the description.

Doors: 9:00 PM
Runway 1: 10:00 PM
Dance Floor and Mingle
Runway 2: 12:00AM
Dance Floor and Mingle
Close 2:00 AM

Drinks and refreshments provided!
Music by Riley Love @rileylovexoxo

Dress code: Full Service Cunt ❤️‍🔥⛓️👠

What is cunty, you may ask? For starters, cunt was a vulgar term historically used to tear down women, but recently has been reclaimed by gen z and any other daring individuals looking for a specific way to identify their style and self. To be cunt is to be bitchy, bratty, and everything iconic. Other icons in the cunt category would be Julia Fox, Britney Spears and that girl Suki from Fast and Furious.

Paparazzi: Legendary fashion photographer Michael Hruska will capture the moment @michaelhruska3141

Joey Ehren (j.ehren) is a San Francisco-based fashion designer exploring utilitarian cut and sew methods. Their work frequently uses eyelets, silver embellishments, and corset-style lacing with up-cycled materials. @j.ehren


Piles of San Francisco is a garbage art project by Paul Reginato and Liz Cahill that finds beauty in trash while confronting waste and urban environmental degradation in the Garbage Age. @pilesofsanfrancisco


Edie Trautwein is a multidisciplinary artist, filmmaker and curator who will share fiber art sculpture made from garbage. @edieface and <https://www.edietrautwein.com/>

The garbage is endless, with photography from @lonleychairsf , @cappstreetcrap, @cappcoresf, @trashbysienna


Production Team:
Jules Roberts-Hansen - Styling and design @777jules
Kelsie Jones - Runway design and jewelry @kj\_lynn\_
Paul Reginato: Photography and Production @paulreginato
Liz Cahill: Executive Producer and Photography @liz.cahll
Tiffany Alexis Ramirez - Hair and Makeup @tiffanythecreatrix
Anoah Wang - Documentary filmmaking @anoahmusic

Special Thanks:
Mr. ANONYMOUS
Decentered Arts @decenteredarts


Tickets:
$25 Early Bird Until Nov 24th
$30 GA until Nov 30th
$35 until Dec 1 $40 day of, NO DOOR SALES

NOTAFLAF - If cost is a barrier to attendance dm Liz Cahill @liz.cahll

Documentary:

<https://youtu.be/xcuMb1FA_Vc?si=3tqwZKdv1Gmumksw>


Piles 1 (j.ehren x Piles of San Francisco)

Garbage Age runway fashion show, photography, sculpture, dance party and bonus fun await! The theme is garbage.

Humandala Fashion Show – Hah Couture @ Dojo SF
 📍 The Dojo SF, Mission District, San Francisco
 📅 Saturday, August 19 | 8:00 PM – 11:30 PM PT
The Dojo SF came alive for the **Humandala Fashion Show**, an unforgettable evening of art, fashion, and community. Hosted in the Mission at one of San Francisco’s newest creative venues, the event spotlighted the work of **Hah Holton**—a Bay Area native fashion designer and painter known for her use of upcycled materials and innovative techniques.
Hah’s dreamy couture was modeled by dancers who delivered spontaneous pop-up performances throughout the night. Select hand-crafted pieces were made available for purchase—and quickly sold out.
Guests experienced:
 ✨ Visionary fashion and riveting artwork
 🎶 DJ sets from **DJ Niya.O**, **DJ Xzakt**, and **DJ K-Luh**
 🍴 Nourishing food and elixirs for purchase
 🛋 A cozy lounge space for mingling
 📸 “Fashion Paparazzi” moments captured by the legendary **Michael Hruska** and rising photographer **Randi Phrunell**
Attendees dressed boldly, inspired by Hah’s designs, bringing high fashion energy into a warm, art-forward setting.
**About Hah:**
 A lifelong explorer of the body-soul connection, Hah transforms personal and collective pain into wearable art. Every piece she creates is hand-sewn and hand-painted, carrying deep care, intention, and story.
**About The Dojo SF:**
 The Dojo is a Mission-based gallery focused on accessibility, community, and artistic innovation. With a mission to cultivate creativity and challenge the norms of contemporary gallery spaces, The Dojo continues to host boundary-pushing exhibitions and events.
Huge thanks to all who showed up, showed out, and supported this vibrant night of sustainable fashion and soulful art.


Hah Holton Humandala

Dancers dazzled in Hah’s hand-painted couture as guests rocked bold looks and reveled in fashion, art, and elixirs.

Interlude | A Teo Mata Fashion Show
📍 Groundfloor, 455 Valencia Street, San Francisco
📅 Saturday, January 7, 2023 | 7–11 PM PST

A celebration of what was - and what is to be.
Interlude marked Teodore Mata’s third and final runway show of 2022, closing the year with over 20 striking new looks from his latest collection. Held at Groundfloor in San Francisco, the event embodied Teo Mata’s continued evolution, blending timeless silhouettes with daring concepts, and introducing the label’s first ready-to-wear pieces.

The evening was defined by sophistication and intention. With a strictly enforced all-black formal dress code, guests arrived in elegant attire, contributing to the immersive and elevated environment that surrounded the show. The runway was framed by thoughtful stage design and accompanied by live music, enhancing the surrealist tone of the collection.

Interlude served not only as a milestone for the Teo Mata label, but as a reflective pause—a moment to honor past achievements while looking boldly toward the future. Building on the momentum of previous shows SCRAPS and BP2, this third act cemented Teo Mata’s reputation as a leading voice in San Francisco’s fashion scene.

Behind the scenes, Teodore Mata and his dedicated team continued to redefine the boundaries of fashion and art, committed to presenting work through avant-garde experiences and experimental design.

Presented by:
**Hotspot Creatives** – a Bay Area organization uplifting the local creative community through resource-sharing and event production.
**Decentered Arts** – proud key contributors to this dynamic evening of fashion and expression.


Teo Mata Interlude

Elegant looks for the surreal dreamer in you - guests embodied Teo Mata’s bold vision in all-black avant-garde glamour.

This event showcased 24 unique looks from fashion designer Teo Mata, which were meticulously crafted and selected for the show. The approach is an “art first way.” Hidden messages can be found in the garments that reflect Teo’s life and experiences as a designer. The collection was presented on September 10, 2022 at Uzay Gallery. This event was co-produced with Hotspot Creatives with Decentered Arts as a key collaborator.


Teo Mata BP2

A fashion show for San Francisco fashion designer Teo Mata hosted at Uzay Gallery. 

We made it reign in support of Payam's newest collection, KAVEH. 🖤

Kinky clothes for the sexy space-age supervillain in all of us—people WORE their cyberpunk latex fantasies brought to life.

We shopped, partied, and danced the night away! 🌙 🕷🧪🧛🏽‍♀️

Schedule:

Doors opened at 8 – Guests shopped KAVEH
Special guest at 8:45 – LayLuscious performed (@layluscious\_\_ )
Show started at 9 sharp! (No entry was allowed while the show was taking place)
9:40–12 – DJ Dance Floor, photos, more KAVEH shopping + accessories from local makers

Fashion by:
@kingdomkaveh

Designed by:
Payam Imani & Sophie Kuehler
@payamair & @madamesophiarose

Accessories by:
@gaiamejewelry
@777jules

DJs:
Source Zero – @sourcezero1
Stark Fader – @stark\_fader
Payam Imani – @payamair
Jessicat – @jessiecat.creations

Special performance by:
LayLuscious – @layluscious\_\_

Team:
Liz Cahill – Executive Producer @liz.cahll
Kelsie Jones – Chief Operations & Model Mayhem @kj\_lynn\_
Jules Hansen – Styling & Lead Makeup Artist @777jules
Michael Hruska – Runway Photos @michaelhruska3141
Gabrielle Blanton – Backstage & Portraiture @gabtron92
Uzay Gallery Venue – @uzay.gallery

Saber Daddy gave everyone a champagne toast 🥂 @saberdaddy

After Party took place at Little BaoBab until 2 AM.


Kaveh Payam Imani

Kinky clothes for the sexy space-age supervillain in you! Guests WORE their cyberpunk latex fantasies brought to life.

In 2022 Liz Cahill, Kelsie Jones and Julianne Roberts Hansen produced thier first fashion show together as a team. Liz invited Jeremy Salazar who at the time went by HappyxLoxo to spend a month at Uzay Gallery and create a collection on-site and present it for a runway fashion show. The team cast modeled from a mix of friends and community members. Kelsie led models and runway choreography. Julianne led makeup and styling. Liz led production. Pyam Imani was booked to DJ as well as James Julius. Corbo (mot.physics) live scored the runway. The space was packed and the energy electric that night. The show hit at a time just as we were emerging from COVID-19. There was a hunger for community and culture as well as nothing much else going on so everyone showed up. Capturing the moment Anoah Wang produced a mini documentary on the event: <https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=J113Y6ChUPo>
 


Jeremy Salazar Happy x Loco

The UZAY Gallery invites you to a conceptual fashion show by Jeremy Salazar HappyxLoco our first artist in resident from Albuquerque NM.

Michael Hruska

Four women in a cozy, warmly lit lounge, smiling and chatting. Three sit on a bench wearing vibrant outfits, one stands holding a drink. Relaxed, joyful mood.

Audience members sitting in a room, focused on a woman delivering a speech on stage.

A lively gathering in a colorful room features a central figure wearing a bold, artistic outfit, surrounded by engaged attendees. The mood is vibrant and festive.

An individual in black and pink attire, smiling at the camera.

Piles 2 (j.ehren x Piles of San Francisco) 1

Person with spiky blue hair and blue lipstick wears a white lace-up crop top and mini skirt, striking a confident pose. Background shows two people.

A woman wearing a white dress paired with red shoes walks gracefully along the runway.

A model confidently walks the runway, showcasing the latest fashion designs at a vibrant fashion show.

A diverse group of people gathered in a room adorned with colorful graffiti on the walls, engaging in conversation.

Several individuals pose on a wall adorned with vibrant graffiti, highlighting street art culture and social interaction.

Piles 2 (j.ehren x Piles of San Francisco) 2

Two women in colorful costumes and elaborate makeup pose together at a lively party, showcasing their festive spirit.

Three men sitting on a couch, each holding a wine glass, engaged in conversation and enjoying their time together.

Piles 2 (j.ehren x Piles of San Francisco) 3

A man and woman smiling together for a photo in front of a textured wall.

A woman in a colorful costume dances joyfully in a brightly lit room, showcasing her vibrant outfit and expressive movements.

A group of people in bold, edgy fashion. The scene is urban and artistic. The mood is confident and expressive, with contrasting shadows and light.

Visitors engage with art pieces featuring intricate designs and textures mounted on a gallery wall, creating a vibrant atmosphere.

A woman in a white dress and veil gracefully walks down a runway, showcasing her elegant bridal attire.

A person with short hair and bold makeup lounges on a sofa, wearing a shiny black outfit and gloves, holding a can. The mood is bold and defiant.

A lively gathering of people dancing in a room filled with expressive graffiti art, creating a dynamic and festive environment.

Two people with long hair sit smiling side by side on woven chairs in a cozy room with wooden shelves and green plants, creating a warm, welcoming ambiance.

A lively crowd sits in a dimly lit venue, watching an engaging presentation. People appear attentive and casual, creating a warm, informal atmosphere.

 A diverse crowd of people arranged in chairs, participating in an event inside a conference room.

Full-length shot of a model on a ramp walk

A woman in a tie dye dress walks along a sidewalk, showcasing her unique style in a lively outdoor setting.

Piles Garbage Age Fashion and Art Finale 1

A diverse group of people surrounding a table filled with clothing, engaged in conversation and exploration of the items.

Young woman with colorful hair and leopard-print top sits thoughtfully in a cluttered room with black-and-white comic wallpaper. Another person is in the background.

A woman wearing an orange suit and a red blindfold, standing confidently on the runway

Michael Hruska

Photographer at:

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