Mixing it up at the Sun Gallery: Artists Rick Wise and Lamberto Roque.
From September 4 – 25, 2026, the Sun Gallery is hoding its second exhibit in its Legacy Series: “Rick Wise: Images” on display from September 4 – 25, 2026.
The artist reflects on “Images”:
“Life is so full of conflicting strands. These Images are my way
to co-here opposites.
After 50 + years as a Bay Area cinematographer, I pivoted several
years ago to fine art photography. Now, at the age of 91, I
continue to pursue this passion at our new home in Hayward,
California.
Every image starts out as a photograph I’ve taken, or more often
as a group of them. Some catch views and objects we frequently
take for granted. Some simultaneously compress and expand
time. Chance plays a large role. Most often I swirl multiple
photographs together using many Photoshop layers to compress /
stretch / blend / offset into a new whole.”
Legacy shows, which began in 2025 at the Sun, celebrate artists who have worked in creative fields over many decades. On Saturday Sept. 12 from 12-3, an artists’ reception will be held, and Rick Wise will hold an artists’ talk about his creative journey and his work, which currently hangs in Gallery 2 and 3 of the Main Gallery.
At the same time as Rick’s show, artist Lamberto Roque, has his reimagined exhibit “The Immigrant Experience: Remix 2” with several new works displayed in the Ken Cook Room. Roque will also have an artist’s reception at the same time, and will be doing an artist’s talk during the afternoon as well.
The reception for both will include light snacks and beverages, and children and families are welcome. Sun Gallery is open Fridays and Saturdays from 11-4.
The gallery website is at sungallery.org and is a 61 year old 501c3 non-profit organization located at 1015 E St Hayward, below Bret Harte Jr High School.