ARTS, SPORTS + ENTERTAINMENT
Shaun Burner
Jason Silva
Lynda Jolley
Co-founder 1810 Gallery
Chair Sacramento Metropolitan Arts Commission
Partner JAYJAY
Sacramento native Shaun Burner is a muralist whose work graces the walls of buildings locally and globally. Raised in a family of artists, he says that “both sides of my family are highly creative, so I have been surrounded by art and music my entire life.” Burner is the co-owner of 1810 Gallery and a founder of the collective M5 Arts, which produced Art Hotel and Art Street, immersive art experiences that showcased the work of dozens of artists. FIRST JOB Paper delivery boy TOUGHEST CHALLENGE The ephemeral nature of life, the passing of close people both literally and metaphorically, and learning to let go and continue to embrace the moment HOBBY Climbing trees ADVICE FOR MY 18-YEAR-OLD SELF Stay focused on your craft; don’t waste time getting wasted. CAUSES Sol Collective, rent control, Black Lives Matter, Dreamers IF I DIDN’T DO THIS JOB I ask myself this all the time. BUCKET LIST Yearlong “spraycation”
David Sobon Owner/Founder David Sobon Events
Auctioneer David Sobon has worked with hundreds of foundations, nonprofits, service and religious groups and associations around the country to help them meet their fundraising goals. He is an active member of the Association of Fundraising Professionals and the National Auctioneers Association. He founded Wide Open Walls, one of the largest mural festivals in the country, and he serves on the board of directors of the Sacramento Metro Chamber Foundation. WHY I CHOSE THIS WORK My love of the arts motivated me to create a nonprofit with a goal of art for all. BEST ADVICE RECEIVED Do what makes you happy. FEW PEOPLE KNOW I was on a billboard for the opening of Marriott’s Great America playing a clarinet in a Dixieland jazz band. FAVORITE TRAVEL DESTINATION Anywhere in the world that has street art FAVORITE SACRAMENTO PLACE TO VISIT Sunflower Drive-In for lunch CHARITIES The Chevo Foundation, Children’s Miracle Network
Jason Silva is a partner and design principal at Dreyfuss + Blackford Architecture, where he frequently incorporates technological advances into his designs and fabrications. Operating since 1950, Dreyfuss + Blackford has offices in Sacramento and San Francisco. In 2015, Silva was appointed to the Sacramento Metropolitan Arts Commission. The Sacramento native also serves as vice president of communications and public affairs for the American Institute of Architects, California Council. A national lecturer on environmental and technological innovations, Silva previously served as creative director for TEDx Sacramento. In 2017, Silva and colleague Ginger Thompson created a 1,200-square-foot art piece for ArtStreet. EDUCATION Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo, Virginia Tech
Lynda Jolley and her business partner, Beth Jones, launched their contemporary art gallery, JAYJAY, in 2000. The gallery’s stable includes about 20 of the region’s most respected artists. Before opening JAYJAY, Jolley was owner and director of the alternative gallery Big Art from 1992 to 2000. She has lectured at the Crocker Art Museum and served on the boards of directors for the Center for Contemporary Art and Uptown Arts. WHY I CHOSE THIS WORK It was a passion that turned into a career. FIRST JOB Ranch hand at a summer camp BEST ADVICE RECEIVED Say yes to the client and figure out how to do the job as soon as you get it! FAVORITE BOOK AND MOVIE The Princess Bride by William Goldman FAVORITE TRAVEL DESTINATIONS London and Paris WHAT I’D TELL A RECENT GRADUATE Be kind! WHAT I’D DO IF I DIDN’T DO THIS JOB Docent at the Crocker Art Museum
Liv Moe
Maren Conrad
Founding Director Verge Center for the Arts
Artist/Muralist Maren Conrad Fine Art
Artist, curator, writer and arts administrator Liv Moe founded and runs Verge Center for the Arts, a contemporary art center and artist residency. She maintains an active studio practice and has shown her work at the Richard L. Nelson Fine Art Collection, Sonoma Art Center and the Crocker Art Museum. Under her leadership, Verge transitioned from a commercial gallery to a nonprofit art center, merging with the Center for Contemporary Art Sacramento. EDUCATION Sacramento State University, UC Davis HIDDEN TALENT I play cello. HOBBIES The only world I’ve occupied longer than the art world is the punk scene. Remaining connected to that scene and my friends within it is how I stay sane. FAVORITE MOVIES Nights of Cabiria and Killer of Sheep FAVORITE SACRAMENTO PLACE TO VISIT The Old City Cemetery BUCKET LIST I’m writing a book of essays.
Artist Maren Conrad is best known for her public murals, although she also works in metal leaf and layered resin. Her first mural—a giant koi painted on the side of the MARRS building and titled Prosperity Through Perseverance—pays tribute to the Chinese workers who built the railroads. Her work is held in private collections by Dignity Health, Accenture, Kaiser Permanente and Hotel Napa, among others. MOST INSPIRING PERSON Mary Daffin TOUGHEST CHALLENGE Being a widow, raising a baby boy to become a man who is a genuine asset to the world HIDDEN TALENT I pick a new thing to gain proficiency in every two years. Currently learning to throw ninja stars. FAVORITE BOOK The Subtle Art of Not Giving a F*ck by Mark Manson FAVORITE TRAVEL DESTINATION Sayulita, Mexico WHAT MOTIVATES YOU Attacking the urban planning gender gap by inspiring play through artistic placemaking BUCKET LIST Doing five minutes of standup comedy
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