The dragon is one of China’s most revered symbols. Deeply rooted in the culture, this mythical beast can be seen in sculptures, paintings, buildings, and the like. The Dragon is a composite animal, taking the strengths of nine animals and making it one. A Camel-like head, deer-like horns, hare-like eyes, buffalo-like ears, a serpent-like neck, a crocodile-like belly, carp-like scales, tiger-like paws, and eagle-like claws. With the ability to swiftly rise to the heavens and descend to the depths of the sea, no one knows where the Dragon lives thus adding to its allure and mystique. Sky River Casino is pleased to support the Zodiac on Parade with the Gold Luck Dragon by Stephanie Mufson for all of San Francisco to enjoy.
Gold Luck Dragon brings together the honored zodiac animal with the ultimate Lunar New Year blessing. In Chinese culture, gold is a symbol of power, wealth, longevity, and happiness. During the new year, well wishes are heard amongst family, friends, and neighbors. Like the composite of the mythical creature, this gold dragon represents good luck and good fortune in the year of the auspicious and mighty dragon.
Artist Bio: Stephanie Mufson
Stephanie Mufson graduated with a BFA in Fine Arts in 2003 from the Maryland Institute College of Art. She has spent more than 15 years in the arts and entertainment industries as an Artist, Designer, Fabricator, Float Builder, and occasional Entertainer working in California’s beautiful Bay Area.
Specializing in bringing big ideas to life with attention to the smallest details, Steph loves to work in a variety of mediums and leads teams of skilled artisans to add high-impact visual elements to parades, events, and high-profile spaces for corporate and private clients throughout northern California and beyond