Over lunch, we sat down with Mays for a live conversation that moved fluidly between life and work: raising two now-adult daughters, inspiration found in her new studio in Colombia, and the emotional depth embedded in her practice. She spoke about the personal roots of TORN UP, from honoring her grandfather’s labor as a house painter in the American South to the powerful act of naming—titling her works after names found on slave manifests as gestures of remembrance and reclamation.

It was an afternoon grounded in reflection, storytelling, and connection, with Mays’ work quite literally hanging above us as a reminder of the histories, landscapes, and legacies that shape her art.

Check out the gallery below to re-live our special event with Shara Mays at Chandran Gallery.

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While we’ve hosted a hundred-plus events over the years, this one stood out for its intention. Guests arrived not just to mingle, but carrying pieces of their lives—art prints and family photos, yes, but also photobooth strips, a great-grandmother’s delicate beaded purse, and even a child’s well-loved sweatshirt, ready to be honored as the keepsake it is.

The day also doubled as a preview of Framebridge’s Valentine’s Day offerings, designed to celebrate candid, heartfelt moments, from puffy heart-shaped gold frames to red- and pink-hued designs, plus their same-day walk-in service that lets you turn a digital photo into a framed gift on the spot.

Between framing consultations, guests sipped chai from Berkeley-based Elaichi, grabbed donuts from Donut Farm, and shopped all day knowing their purchases were giving back: a portion of proceeds benefited Creative Growth, the Oakland nonprofit that advances the inclusion and visibility of artists with developmental disabilities.

Scroll on for 60+ photos from the day—and if you’re feeling inspired, consider this your sign to visit a Framebridge near you (or online) and start the new year by framing what you love.

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To mark the occasion, we gathered some of our local community at the dreamy Case for Making shop—which sits just blocks from the Pacific Ocean and is a place where artists around the country snap up the brand’s renowned handmade watercolors and other art essentials. Case for Making‘s brand-new workshop space was the perfect venue to host an intimate watercolor lesson led by Erin herself.

Surrounded by florals and vibrant produce spilling down the center of the table, guests painted, sipped delicious spritzes by Aplós, and snacked on a bountiful fruit, veggie, and hummus spread by Little Sesame, created by Salo Salo.

To inspire a Watercolor Feast party of your own, scroll on for photos of our colorful day.

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Guests explored a beautifully curated toy shop of engaging wooden toys by Wonder & Wise, enjoyed hands-on Hearth Display tutorials, and grazed on a festive spread by Bumo (created by CEO and mom of two Joan Nguyen Tran). While kiddos enjoyed holiday arts and crafts—parents sipped iced coffee from Jot’s holiday-inspired coffee bar. Each of our guests were invited to enjoy personalized stockings, wreaths, blankets, and stuffies with complimentary embroidery by LA Chainstitch.

The afternoon was rounded out with generous gift bags featuring goodies from Mudpuppy, Van Leeuwen Ice Cream, Tubby Todd, Sunnie, Stasher, Wonder & Wise, Cheerie Lane, Little Bellies, Kindred Bravely, Solely, and Embrace—plus, of course, magical moments captured with Santa and Mrs. Claus.

Check out some of our favorite photos from our Winter Wonderland Party below!

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Guests enjoyed a delicious spread from Café Sebastian before diving into “new-mom speed dating,” a fun and thoughtful way to meet like-minded women navigating similar seasons of life.

Mamas could also slip away for a moment of pampering by Well People, stocking up on plant-powered and pregnancy-safe beauty essentials. Before heading home, our friends at Bumo treated everyone to coffee and matcha to-go, and we handed out gift bags thoughtfully tailored to new moms.

Inside each “Tired as a MOTHER” tote was a variety of goodies by Mommy’s Bliss, a board book by Hello!Lucky, a portable white noise machine by Yogasleep, stroller toys and stuffies by Follies, popcorn by Cheerie Lane, postpartum tea by Traditional Medicinals, chocolate bars by Magic Chocolate, a 2026 lunar calendar by Studio Tigress, a changing mat by Gathre, and a copy of Mom Your Way by Mommy’s Bliss CEO Yasmin Kaderali.

Take a peek inside our blissful morning in the party pics below!

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Guests also indulged in curated breakout sessions and creative activations by our friends at Rivian, Nuna, Ere Perez, Hello!Lucky, and a DIY floral bar by Hadley Floral Studio x Nuna. Delicious breakfast and lunch spreads by Chef Wilson McFarlin of Flowers fueled the day, alongside desserts by Rivera’s Boulevard, drinks by Something & Nothing, wine by Flowers, an NA option by Duju, and an Excelsior Coffee bar powered (literally!) by Rivian.

To close out our unforgettable event, guests were sent home with an abundance of gifts thanks to our incredibly generous partners, Candlewick Press, Tubby Todd, Koala Eco, LunchBots, Wooden Spoon Herbs, Perelel, Cheerie Lane, Fly By Jing, Studio Tigress, GloPals, Well People, Paper Culture, Pure Mama, Calm, Kyte Baby, Poppy & Pout, Tate’s Bakeshop, Novos Bar, Neuro Gum, That’s It, Halfday Tea, Gimme, Oilogic, Motif, Playhouse MD, Mayron’s Goods, All Better Co., MommaBear Organics, and Little Passports.

Special thanks goes to The Madrona, hosts of our intimate In Good Company sleepover and opening cocktail reception the night before our epic event.

Flip through the 100+ pics below to re-live the In Good Company x MOTHER retreat at Flowers with us!

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Designed as an all-in-one defense system, the new EyeQLenz with Zenni ID Guard represents a first-of-its-kind fusion of vision protection and digital privacy to safeguard the wearer in today’s tech-driven age. This includes an all-in-one photochromic lens that not only filters 51% of blue light and blocks 100% of UVA/UVB rays, but also reflects near-infrared light.

Every detail of the launch event was deeply intentional, celebrating local community and craft. Guests enjoyed coffee by Lady Falcon Coffee Company, created custom glasses chains with DABL, sampled an awe-inspiring lens-themed dessert by Rivera’s Boulevard, and grazed on a vibrantly healthy spread from Ripen Co. Even the florals by Natalie B. Designs echoed the subtle pink hue of the EyeQLenz with Zenni ID Guard—a perfect touch of local artistry and design innovation.

Guests left the event more educated and aware of eye health, wellbeing, and privacy concerns in the digital age—and with a bag of wellness-themed goodies by Eyegenic, Blue Lagoon Iceland, and—of course—a brand-new pair of EyeQLenz with Zenni ID Guard lenses to take into their everyday lives.

Check out over 80+ photos from this unforgettable event below!

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Peep the gallery below to see 40+ party pics from The MOTHER Podcast, Season 2 celebration with The RealReal.

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Co-hosted by MOTHER and GoodPop, the L.A. stop of our “Summer of YES” series took place at the cheerful and color-filled Club Joyful in Venice, where an inspiring group of families gathered for a day designed around one simple idea: what happens when parents say “yes” a little more?

From popsicles for breakfast (thank you, GoodPop!) to mud-pie making with HAWKs—every detail was curated to spark joy for kids and ease for parents. Guests were greeted with a “YES Passport” and invited to explore a lineup of feel-good activities—including face and body art by OOLY, color-changing bandages from Welly, fancy beads and body gems by Super Smalls, and a variety of nature crafts led by the wonderful team at HAWKs.

Families also captured sweet memories with portraits by The Pod Photography, donned popsicle-themed pieces by Mon Coeur, and noshed on a waffle bar by Evergreen, a hummus-centric spread by Little Sesame, yummy s’mores by Sunnie, festive coffee drinks for parents—and kids—by Club Joyful, and sparkling beverages from Juni.

Check out our L.A. event with GoodPop in the 100 party pics below!

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In addition to our Backpack Bar and shopping Crate & Kids’ adorable back-to-school collection (backpacks, water bottles, lunchboxes, pencil cases, and more!), guests enjoyed an iced coffee bar by Jot x MALK, a stunning grazing board by Chicago’s own Broken Tart, filled with Sunnie grain-free crackers, cheese, and other delights, personality portraits by Ajah Lexi, and DIY backpack-charm making with BaubleBar. Take us back!

Check-out our Back-To-School Bash with MOTHER and Crate & Kids below!

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