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Downtown Campbell Business Association (DCBA) is delighted to announce that Sonya Paz, owner of Sonya Paz Gallery, has agreed to serve as president of the organization for the coming 2012 year. The announcement was made by Dana Smith of the Stone Griffin Gallery and fellow DCBA board member at the DCBA monthly meeting on February 1, 2012. Read more...

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State Senator Joe Simitian (D-Palo Alto) today announced his selection of Campbell-based painter Sonya Paz as the Eleventh Senate District Artist of the Year 2009. Read more...

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Professional fine artist Sonya Paz, of Sonya Paz Incorporated, is partnering with Kaycee McKenzie, of McKenzie Event Management, to expand and bring events to the Sonya Paz Fine Art Gallery. Read more...

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Our Valentines Cover image is "Summer Love" by local artist Sonya Paz. In addition to showing in galleries from New York to Chicago to Santa Fe, Paz has her own gallery at 195 East Campbell Avenue. Read more...

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SANTA CLARA, Calif., February 6, 2009 -- Humane Society Silicon Valley's (HSSV's) new Animal Community Center opening in March 2009 will get a lot more colorful when two nationally recognized artists paint their eye popping artwork inside the animal habitats and get acquainted playrooms. Nationally recognized artist Ron Burns, the official Artist in Residence for the Humane Society of the United States, and Bay Area artist Sonya Paz, will engage in a three-day painting marathon Feb. 24, 25 and 26th at HSSV's new Animal Community Center. Read more details.

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CAMPBELL, Calif., November 24, 2008. Downtown Campbell has a bright new look thanks to Bay Area artist Sonya Paz who donated her talent and time to create eye catching artwork for new banners throughout downtown. Paz created two different banner designs and color pallets to adorn the dark green antique lamp posts and some of the large street lights on the loop street gateways. City staff worked with Paz on designing art that would convey the message to “Shop with Us” and “Dine with Us” and support the downtown community. Read more details.

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SANTA CLARA, Calif., August 1st, 2008. Sonya Paz, a well known California artist, is pleased to announce a special exhibition and launch of the “Mommies with Cancer” organization. Sonya will be introducing her new painting “Life’s Love and Passion” based on a depiction of close family friend Cindy Nunez and her two young daughters. Cindy who lost her battle with Breast Cancer in August 2006 was a mommy with cancer. Products based on this painting will also be introduced and available for sale to raise additional money for the organization along with a generous portion of all proceeds of the exhibition will be donated to this organization. Read more details.

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Santa Clara Weekly - With her paintbrush, local pop artist Sonya Paz breathes new life into common objects, such as wine glasses, flowers and guitars. Paying a tribute to Picasso, she also paints cats and dogs from a cubist perspective. Her bright and cheery paintings exude a whimsical energy ...Read more details.

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Sonya has been selected to be the official Poster Artist for this event, creating original artwork titled "Los Altos Festivities Music and Fun". Sonya's second time creating for this event will be present at her booths for poster signing and to showcase the original artwork for this event. Festival Tshirts will be for sale and are also available for preorder.
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May 2008
San Jose Mercury News - On May 17, the town will officially change its name for an entire day, via formal proclamation by Mayor Barbara Spector. Instead of Los Gatos, or "The Cats," it will be known as "Los Perros," meaning "The Dogs." Read More...

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April 2008
Gentry Magazine - Gentry Gala Celebrating the Arts. Playful shapes and vivid colors explode off Sonya Paz's canvases. Meet the inspiring artist in person at her exclusive art reception at the Gentry Gala event on May 31st. Read More...

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March 31, 2008
LA's The Place Magazine - Sonya Paz is a pioneer in the modern Pop Art movement. Her love of life and joy shines through her uninhibited use of color and form. Her work is vivid, imagination, energetic. It never coyly beckons (although that is charming in its own right); it grabs you by your visual senses and pulls you inward. Read More...

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February 29, 2008
LA's The Place Magazine - It was a delight to meet artist Sonya Paz, who was onhand to gift her exquisite pieces of art. Her art is like a playful vacation for the eyes. Her exuberant use of color and shapes are engaging yet simple, motivating and energized…colors that pulls you in like a vortex… Read More...

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SANTA CLARA, Calif., January 10, 2008 -- Sonya Paz, a well known Bay Area artist, is pleased to announce that her modern pop art wristwatches "art, captured in time®" are included in this years Sundance Film Festival's gift goody bag. Event is scheduled for January 17-24, 2008!
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The Gentry magazine covered an article of "People and their Pets" where SAMi and Sonya were featured
and interviewed by Emily Heitmann.
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October 2, 2007
The Rock ‘n’ Roll Half Marathon is proud to have local Bay Area artist/painter Sonya Paz return for the second year as the Official Artist. The event will be held on October 12th and 13th at the San Jose Convention Center. Paz’s unique artwork draws upon a myriad of influences including cubism, pop art, surrealism and modern art. With her signature bold colors and vibrant shapes, Paz successfully captures the electric energy of the Rock ‘n’ Roll Half Marathon. Read more details.

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September 21, 2007
Watch out, Carmel, here comes downtown Campbell, which is developing a reputation as an art community. New art galleries continue to open downtown, as the Third Friday Art Walks add to the momentum.
Starting Sept. 21, several downtown galleries within a four-block radius will be open and offering special activities from 6 to 9 p.m.

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"Sonya Paz Serves up Sensantional Artwork
from Santa Clara Studio, Helps Humane Society Silicon Valley". While growing up in the South Bay, including being born and raised in Santa Clara , local artist Sonya Paz has learned much through her adventures.... read more.

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July 2007
San Jose Magazine - MACSA Celebrates 100 Most Infuential Latinos of Silicon Valley. Sonya Paz is amongst several highly regarded nominated in the "Arts and Culture" category.

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Sonya has been selected to be the official Poster Artist for this event, creating original artowrk titled "Los Altos Fun and Festive". Sonya's first time creating for this event will be present at her booths for poster signing and to showcase the original artwork for this event.
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May 16, 2007
Sonya Paz™ Wristwear to be part of the "AZN Asian Excellence Awards" Celebrity Giftbag!

The AZN Asian Excellence Awards are the only nationally televised event celebrating significant Asian and Asian American achievements in entertainment, the arts and other disciplines that have had a profound impact on American culture... Read More...

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April 6, 2007
Downtown Campbell is about to get a lot more colorful. Lively pop-artist Sonya Paz is opening an art shop in the Courtyard.
She is ready to introduce her work to residents in the Orchard City. She will be part of art scene in historic downtown Campbell.
The Sonya Paz Galley Pop Art Shop's is scheduled to open its doors April 6, with a reception from 6 to 9 pm.

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March 6, 2007
Sonya's original wristwear artwork "Wishful Thinking" and "Cat-Itude" will be up for auction for this years "Fur Ball" Gala Event! Tickets and additional information for this event is available at the HSSV website.

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Thursday, January 04, 2007
San Jose artist Sonya Paz loves pop art and cubism, sometimes embracing the abstract. However, this wasn't a conscious choice by Paz, but a deep, unquenchable fire that incessantly drives her. The quirky lines, round shapes and vivid colors is what draws many to her wacky creations... read more details.

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October 2, 2006
Sonya has been selected to be the official Poster Artist for this event, creating original artowrk titled "Racing for Music and Fun". Platinum recording artists Train will headline the post-race concert at the Inaugural Rock 'n' Roll Half Marathon San Jose. Held at the San Jose Convention Center. Read more details.

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September 19, 2006
Sonya Paz, a Santa Clara-based artist, has partnered with Humane Society Silicon Valley (HSSV) to offer a unique event for those who love art and animals. "Art by the Pound" brings animal and art lovers under one roof, featuring animals available for adoption through HSSV and animal inspired artwork from Paz.
A percentage of these proceeds will go directly to the Humane Society Silicon Valley.

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September 2, 2006
The local paper, Rose Garden Resident wrote a fabulous article featuring our recent partnering with fundraising and giving back to the community. Sonya is an official supporter of the National Breast Cancer Foundation along with the Humane Society Silicon Valley (HSSV). Read More.

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Sonya Paz, a well known California artist, is pleased to announce that her modern pop art wristwatches "art, captured in time®" are sporting a wonderful new look in Pink! The Sonya Paz wristwear line has expanded to include a special new wristwatch titled "Passionate Survivor" was designed to help raise awareness for breast cancer research for the National Breast Cancer Foundation.

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July 2006: "TIME TO HELP"
By Sal Pizarro
"Pop artist Sonya Paz, whose wristwatches were among the goodies given out at the Oscars this year, has expanded her line to include a new watch called "Passionate Survivor."... read more"

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May 2006
Sonya Paz, a San Jose based artist, was commissioned by the city of San Ramon to design this year's featured artwork for the upcoming San Ramon Art and Wind Festival, to be held May 28th - 29th 2006 during Memorial Day weekend.

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March 2006: "Movie satire wows Cinequest audience - More Oscars"
By Sal Pizarro
"One of the cool collectibles being inserted into every bag this year is a colorful pop-art watch by South Bay artist Sonya Paz..."

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February 2006: "The Silver Lining"
By Erin Clark
"Life was good. Sonya Paz was riding the high tech train... Opportunity was everywhere, and then all of the sudden, it wasn't. Sonya Paz had better things to do than to look for a job, she was going to create one, litterly..."

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January 2006: "Label Maker. Peeling Back the Fine Art of the Wine Label"
By Davina Baum
"Like most of us, Santa Clara based artist Sonya Paz buys wine based on the label".  "When I go shopping for wine, I look for something that's been recommended," she says, "or I'll scope out the labels and colors..."

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Los Gatos Opera House: February 12th 2006
Over 30 faux felines designed by Silicon Valley artists, including Sonya Paz whos cats will be on display at various Los Gatos locales. The cats are the centerpiece of the Touch My HeART fundraising campaign for the town's art and history museums. Sonya's cat is "Cat-Itude".
The theme of the event is "Hail Britannia" and it will include a performance by Beatles tribute group BBC.
Tickets are $75 a person. For more information, call (408) 354-1547.

November 2005 :: "Sonya Paz Gallery Expansion Gala"

October 2005 :: "Art By The Pound"

August 2005 :: "City of Baldwin Park - Summer Concert Series"

June 2005 :: ARTS FEATURE: "The Wave Magazine - Line Dance"

May 2005 :: "San Ramon Art & Wind Festival"

May 2005 :: "The Vine Times" May 2005 Featured Cover

March 2005 :: Sonya is mentioned in Leigh Weimers column

December 2004 :: "The Art of Marketing"

November 2004 :: "Sonya Paz Opens New Art Gallery in Santa Clara"

September 2004 :: "The Vine Times" October 2004 Featured Cover

September 2004 ::Livermore Harvest Festival Program Cover

August 2004 :: Bay Area Artist Chosen to Participate in Sausalito Art Festival and Feature Artwork

August 2004 :: Eye Candy ~ In Living Color, by Terri Tang

July 2004 :: Sausalito Art Festival on a Roll: Poster and T-Shirt artists chosen, volunteers needed

July 2004 :: Eichler Network: Enriching Your Modern Home's Interior

July 2004 :: South Bay Art Momentum

July 2004 :: Local Artist Artwork Chosen to Represent Palo Alto Festival of the Arts 2004

July 2004 :: Livermore Valley Winegrowers Harvest Celebration 2004

INTERVIEW :: The www.ebsqart.com: Artists Online Showcase

February 2004 :: Palo Alto Art Walk : Walk this way!

February 2004 :: Art Start and ArtExpo Charity Event 2004

January 2004 :: Mountain View Voice Features Sonya's Art

December 2003 :: Sonya is mentioned in Leigh Weimers column

November 2003 :: Local San Jose Artist Exhibits in the Big Apple

September 2003 :: Film Director and Visual Artist Host

March 2003 :: Silicon Valley Open Studios - Populus Presents

February 21, 2003 :: Mercury News

February 2003 :: San Francisco Downtown Magazine

January 27, 2003 :: KRON Channel 4

January 19, 2003 :: Mercury News

May 27, 2002 :: Channel 15

March 8, 2002 :: SharkByte Art

February 2002 :: EBSQART Online Interview

October 2001 :: SharkByte Art TV Interview

June 27, 2001 :: KKUP Radio

May 29, 2001 :: SharkByte Art

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