Jenny Chang is an artist living in San Luis Obispo who specializes in painting quirky animals and art inspired by nature. Growing up in Kansas City, Jenny was on the path of biological research. Eventually, her love of art took over and she pursued her lifelong dream of becoming an artist. Jenny's art is characterized by bright colors, natural motifs, and unique humor. Ever the scientist, Jenny loves experimenting with artistic techniques and trying things in new ways.

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Charlie Rugg, a conceptual artist based in San Luis Obispo, California, specializes in abstract and figurative oil painting. His work explores the collective nature of human experience, emphasizing the interplay between shifting perspectives and the creation of new meaning. In his 2023, "And also" exhibition at SLOMA, Rugg celebrates our instinct to construct existence through narrative, highlighting the ambiguity that emerges when stories intersect, both in figurative and abstract contexts. Originally from Boston, Rugg's first career in professional soccer took him to California, where he played for the LA Galaxy followed by two clubs in Germany. Maintaining parallel passion for art, throughout his soccer career, Rugg transitioned to a focus on oil painting upon retiring from soccer.

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