Thumbprint Gallery

Thumbprint Gallery Contemporary Art Gallery
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Tucked away like a hidden gem waiting to be discovered, Thumbprint Gallery has been quietly shaping San Diego’s contemporary art scene since 2009. Founded by Paul Ecdao and Johnny Tran, the gallery presents thoughtfully curated monthly exhibitions that spotlight emerging, mid-career, and established artists. With a distinct focus on contemporary pop culture, nostalgia, urban art, and pop surrealis

m, Thumbprint offers an eclectic and immersive experience that rewards curiosity. More than just a gallery, it’s a space where unexpected connections happen—inviting visitors to explore, engage, and rediscover art through a fresh lens while supporting a diverse community of local, national, and international artists.

On view today, 11a-5p!Bloodlines & Brushstrokes: an AAPI Group Exhibition May 9 - June 6  Gallery Hours: Tues thru Frida...
05/29/2026

On view today, 11a-5p!
Bloodlines & Brushstrokes: an AAPI Group Exhibition
May 9 - June 6

Gallery Hours:
Tues thru Friday, 11a-5p & Saturdays, noon-5p

Featured Artists
art

JC Carino









RBST

On view at  11a-5p today!Flashback: Work by  May 9 - June 6Gallery Hours: Tues thru Fri, 11a-5p & Sat, noon-5p“Flashback...
05/29/2026

On view at 11a-5p today!

Flashback: Work by
May 9 - June 6
Gallery Hours: Tues thru Fri, 11a-5p & Sat, noon-5p

“Flashback takes you back to a gentler time—when TGIF brought friends and family together and the characters on screen became an escape from reality. A time when life felt lighter, warmer, and full of love.” -

“My work consists of a series of oil painting studies, continuing the exploration from my previous cat meme exhibition. ...
05/28/2026

“My work consists of a series of oil painting studies, continuing the exploration from my previous cat meme exhibition. This body of work experiments with color through depictions drawn from viral internet imagery.
Though our processes and styles differ greatly, as a married couple we continually find inspiration in one another’s work.

Much like the viral video that inspired the title of this showcase, the series reflects the growth that comes from developing a fundamental understanding of the basics—balanced with humor, persistence, and play.” -

“My work showcases painting studies done during my Tattoo Apprenticeship. Most of which is done using Ripe Xuan Paper and Sumi Ink.” -

“This collection of pieces contains fragments of the suppressed emotions and fears that resurface in the wee hours of du...
05/26/2026

“This collection of pieces contains fragments of the suppressed emotions and fears that resurface in the wee hours of dusk and dawn; the sinking feelings of dread or fear over what one can’t control, suppressed desires from disciplined hearts, and the ambivalence of having personal wins tinged with sadness. The figures included in this exhibition communicate what so many of us feel and struggle to articulate or, perhaps, would rather not speak into existence.” -

On view noon-4p today!Bloodlines & Brushstrokes: an AAPI Group Exhibition Exhibition runs May 1 - May 30Gallery Hours: S...
05/24/2026

On view noon-4p today!
Bloodlines & Brushstrokes: an AAPI Group Exhibition
Exhibition runs May 1 - May 30
Gallery Hours: Sat & Sun, noon-4p or by appt

Featured Artists
art

JC Carino









RBST

On view noon-4p today!Bloodlines & Brushstrokes: an AAPI Group Exhibition Exhibition runs May 1 - May 30Gallery Hours: S...
05/23/2026

On view noon-4p today!
Bloodlines & Brushstrokes: an AAPI Group Exhibition
Exhibition runs May 1 - May 30
Gallery Hours: Sat & Sun, noon-4p or by appt

Featured Artists
art

JC Carino









RBST

On view today, noon-5p!Bloodlines & Brushstrokes: an AAPI Group Exhibition May 9 - June 6  Gallery Hours: Tues thru Frid...
05/23/2026

On view today, noon-5p!
Bloodlines & Brushstrokes: an AAPI Group Exhibition
May 9 - June 6

Gallery Hours:
Tues thru Friday, 11a-5p & Saturdays, noon-5p

Featured Artists
art

JC Carino









RBST

On view at  noon-5p today!Flashback: Work by  May 9 - June 6Gallery Hours: Tues thru Fri, 11a-5p & Sat, noon-5p“Flashbac...
05/16/2026

On view at noon-5p today!

Flashback: Work by
May 9 - June 6
Gallery Hours: Tues thru Fri, 11a-5p & Sat, noon-5p

“Flashback takes you back to a gentler time—when TGIF brought friends and family together and the characters on screen became an escape from reality. A time when life felt lighter, warmer, and full of love.” -

Bloodlines & Brushstrokes: an AAPI Group Exhibition May 1 - May 30 (La Jolla)May 9 - June 6  Gallery Hours: Sat & Sun, n...
05/16/2026

Bloodlines & Brushstrokes: an AAPI Group Exhibition
May 1 - May 30 (La Jolla)
May 9 - June 6

Gallery Hours:
Sat & Sun, noon-4p or by appt (La Jolla)
Tues thru Friday, 11a-5p & Saturdays, noon-5p

Featured Artists

art

JC Carino









RBST

Address

920 Kline Street
San Diego, CA
92037

Opening Hours

Saturday 12pm - 4pm
Sunday 12pm - 4pm

Telephone

+18583546294

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