Got Framed
-ON DISPLAY NOW-
Artist: El NiNo
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Location: Port of San Francisco at Pier 7
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Partners: Sijbrandij Foundation, Building 180, SF Port
Photo credits: Stephane Lanoux, Victor Goodpasture, Kerry Lee Young, Jess Bernstein, DJ Pierce
Got Framed is a large-scale, interactive sculpture by Puerto Rican artist El NiNo that invites passersby to step inside a 12-foot-tall golden picture frame, transforming them into living works of art. The piece, which debuted at Burning Man and has traveled across California, celebrates joyful spontaneity and self-expression. At Pier 7 in San Francisco, the sculpture will frame both the stunning waterfront landscape and the individuals who encounter it, making them the artwork themselves. With the frame acting as both a literal and figurative lens, visitors will be invited to reflect on their place within the larger environment, sparking moments of connection, joy, and self-reflection.
The installation aligns with the City’s mission to activate public spaces by encouraging community-driven interaction and engagement. Through its playful and empowering message, “I AM A MASTERPIECE,” Got Framed invites viewers to become part of the artistic experience, making them not just observers but active participants in the landscape surrounding them. This dynamic interaction between the artwork and its setting allows for a unique dialogue between art, space, and the public.
About the Artist
NiNo is a Puerto Rican artist whose journey is woven with creativity, purpose, and a deep love for human connection. From designing for television and world-renowned performers to crafting large-scale public art, his work is a testament to the power of art in shaping communities. His celebrated projects, like Múcaro’s Rising, a CODAward-winning basketball court mural in Puerto Rico, and interactive installations at Burning Man, are more than just visual statements—they are invitations for people to engage, reflect, and dream. With every brushstroke and structure, NiNo seeks to ignite conversations, bridge cultures, and inspire others to see art not just as an expression, but as a force for transformation.
