ABG ART GROUP

Equal parts art studio, project agency, and community foundation.

INFORMATION DECK

About

Spaces

Studio (Design Practice)

Studio ABG is "Elliot" Trent Thompson and "Xiao-Rui" Sorell Raino-Tsui, an art and design duo with backgrounds as visual artists and creative directors. Our combined expertise allows us to create works and experiences that tell stories in unexpected and distinctive ways. As co-owners and directors of ABG Art Group, we bring years of experience in supporting the artistic visions of our community, which has shaped our own creative voices.

Projects (Art Agency)

ABG Projects is a community-first arts agency focused on connecting artists with opportunities by providing production, creative direction, and project management from ideation to delivery. Our services include public art ordinance fee management, producing large-scale installations, and collaborating with industry-leading artists.

Spaces

Studio (Design Practice)

Studio ABG is "Elliot" Trent Thompson and "Xiao-Rui" Sorell Raino-Tsui, an art and design duo with backgrounds as visual artists and creative directors. Our combined expertise allows us to create works and experiences that tell stories in unexpected and distinctive ways. As co-owners and directors of ABG Art Group, we bring years of experience in supporting the artistic visions of our community, which has shaped our own creative voices.

Studio (Design Practice)

Studio ABG is "Elliot" Trent Thompson and "Xiao-Rui" Sorell Raino-Tsui, an art and design duo with backgrounds as visual artists and creative directors. Our combined expertise allows us to create works and experiences that tell stories in unexpected and distinctive ways. As co-owners and directors of ABG Art Group, we bring years of experience in supporting the artistic visions of our community, which has shaped our own creative voices.

Spaces

Foundation 501c3 (Resource Hub)

ABG Foundation 501c3 is an artist resource hub designed to support artists by providing access to spaces, professional development, creative direction, and career opportunities. Our mission is to be an incubator for mission-driven creatives, providing capacity building and support to turn bold ideas into workforce development and community impact.

ABG leads active projects and programs across the Bay Area, positioning us as a regional force in the arts.
This work not only allows us to deliver impactful projects locally, regionally, and internationally, but also gives us the insight to understand what works city by city. With this knowledge, we’re able to advise policy, navigate approvals, and help shape engagement at every level.

Cultural Strategy & Placemaking

Workshops & Trainings

Public Art Production