Uzay Gallery opened its doors to the dreamscape world of Oliver Thompson (Olly) for an enchanting evening of art, music, and community, with Decentered Arts as a key collaborator.
Olly, a dreamscape impressionist painter from Turlock and member of the Artists Guild of San Francisco, presented a vivid collection of works that adorned the gallery walls throughout late June and July. His paintings—already found in collections around the globe—transformed the space into a midsummer reverie.
The evening featured a live set by Romzoni, a multi-instrumentalist, songwriter, and beatmaker. He flowed between DJ sets, live instrumentation, and collaborations with guest musicians, celebrating the release of his album _“…and the Friends We Made Along the Way.”_
Guests mingled over small bites and libations, dressed in their interpretations of “midsummer dreams,” turning the gallery into a vibrant tapestry of color, music, and imagination. The event embodied the spirit of DIY art culture in the Bay Area—intimate, playful, and rooted in community.


Oliver Thompson: Water Before Wine

Dreamy midsummer fits met surrealist brushstrokes as guests sipped wine, vibed to beats, and wandered through Olly’s painted dreamworld.

Decentered Poets: Making Space
📅 Saturday, March 11 | 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM PT
📍 Uzay Gallery – a five-women arts collective in the Mission

Hosted by: Liz Cahill & Rhea Joseph

Guests gathered for a cozy, curated evening of poetry and music at Uzay Gallery. The night featured plant-based food and drinks, intimate performances, and room to mingle among shimmering looks and soft lighting.

The evening unfolded as follows:
Doors opened at 7:00 PM
Mingling from 7:00–7:45
Showtime from 7:45–8:45 (with no entry during performances)
Final mingling from 8:45–10:00ish

Attendees embraced the "sheer decadence" dress code, donning elegant pajamas, slips, organza, faerie wings, and other ethereal attire.

Performers included:
Ayla Ginger, Blake Sugarman, Charlie Getter, Dan Gorlick (on cello) & Vimbayi, Denise Masiel, Spinelli, Eyra Dordi, Giovanna Lomanto, Göksu, Liz Cahill, Lorrie Chang, Maya Cowan, Rachel Godin, Rhea Joseph, Romz (on synth), Stacy G, Theory, and Alekzeta (dance).

Though a private gathering, friends who appreciated the vibe were welcomed into the fold.


Decentered Poets: Making Space

Shimmering souls in decadent dress shared poetry, music, and plant-based delights in a dreamy, ethereal night at Uzay Gallery.

Romzoni

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