Combining the energy of a monster truck rally with the creativity and brilliance of the Bay Area art community, Southern Exposure’s annual Monster Drawing Rally is a can’t-miss event. And this year it’s in person Saturday, October 21, 3-9 PM, at The Lab. The Monster Drawing Rally is an incredible afternoon of artmaking and fundraising where over 100 local artists create brand new work right before your eyes. As you spy on the creative process, you’ll see sketches, paintings, and collages morph into full-fledged artworks – immediately available for just $100 each. 

As part of our commitment to supporting artists, all participating artists have the option to receive up to a 50% commission of the sale, with remaining proceeds going directly to furthering our work at Southern Exposure.

Early bird bonus: The first 50 people to purchase tickets for our 2023 Monster Drawing Rally will receive a new, limited-edition print by acclaimed artist Cathy Lu, for free! Ticket purchasers after the initial 50 will have the option to add-on a print for $20.

DJs will be spinning music for drawing and dancing all afternoon long. Food and beer will be available to purchase. This family-friendly event is a celebration of the creativity and ingenuity of the Bay Area art community. A kids art-making table will be available for all the budding artists.