(featured image) Rachel Strum
*Courtesy of Hashimoto Contemporary
Here’s your art guide for what’s happening in San Francisco, CA the week of February 1 st – 4th, 2024.
Thursday, Feb. 1st
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*Courtesy of Omnes Education
OMNES Education @ Humanmade
Thu, Feb. 1st 3-8PM
Celebrate the “PARADOX” art exhibition featuring works by undergrad students from ECE Paris and Lyon. Having spent four weeks exploring the intersection of art and tech at OMNES Education San Francisco, the students showcase their creations inspired by the theme “Paradox,” reflecting their journey in pushing creative boundaries.
Karina Bania
*Courtesy of Maybaum Gallery
Maybaum Gallery
Thu, Feb. 1st 5-7PM
Maybaum Gallery presents “The Language of Water,” a solo show by artist Karina Bania, where she draws inspiration from nature and the passage of time, exploring the intentional and unpredictable elements in her paintings. The gallery also features new paintings by Ciccio Boles, who embraces the naive and primitive in his still lifes, creating narratives that provoke contemplation and curiosity while reflecting on life’s fleeting qualities. (Feb. 1st – Feb. 29th)
Gwen Hardie
06.21.23 Venetian Red & Naples Yellow on Indian Red, 2023
Oil on Canvas
60 x 60 in
*Courtesy of Dolby Chadwick Gallery
Dolby Chadwick Gallery
Thu, Feb. 1st 5:30-7:30PM
Dolby Chadwick Gallery proudly presents “Thresholds,” a captivating exhibition by Gwen Hardie, featuring recent works that explore the intersection of color, light, and atmosphere. Hardie’s masterful manipulation of warm and cool tones creates spatial illusions, inviting viewers to engage in a unique aesthetic experience where color serves as the conduit to profound emotional responses and a chance encounter with the sublime. (Feb. 1st – Mar. 2nd)
Photo by Emji Saint Spero
*Courtesy of Tenderloin Museum
Tenderloin Museum
Thu, Feb. 1st 5:30-7:30PM
Explore “Transition Times: Re-Membering Anticarceral Resistance in the Tenderloin,” an exhibition co-curated by Chandra Laborde and Stathis G. Yeros from the TurkxTaylor Initiative. This exhibition contextualizes the 1966 Compton’s Cafeteria riot, presenting a curated selection from historian Susan Stryker’s archival collection. The opening reception will be followed by a public meeting of the coalition advocating for the decarceration of the site of the historic, queer, grassroots uprising against police brutality. (Feb. 1st – Apr. 25th)
Kwynasia Young
Girl with a Bamboo Earring, 2024
*Courtesy of the Artist
Manny’s
Thu, Feb. 1st 6-8PM
Manny’s unveils its February art show, featuring the innovative textile art of Kwynasia Young. Young, a Philadelphia native, redefines crochet tradition by merging it with couture, interior design, and the digital age, creating tangible and ever-evolving pieces that spark discussions on the journey of growth.
Amber Larks
Lifelines, 2023
Oil on Canvas
24 x 30 x 1.5 in
*Courtesy of Soft Times Gallery
Soft Times Gallery
Thu, Feb. 1st 5-9PM
Soft Times Gallery presents “The Big Softie,” a group exhibition showcasing the interpretations of softness by emerging contemporary artists. Exploring emotions such as comfort, vulnerability, tenderness, and nostalgia, the exhibition features various mediums, from design to textiles, capturing the essence of softness.
Stephanie Robison
Subtle Cues, 2022
Limestone, Wool
17 x 13 x 7 in
*Courtesy of Marrow Gallery
Upper Market Gallery
Thu, Feb. 1st 6-9PM
Upper Market Gallery is pleased to present Rae Godin’s curatorial debut in “SOCLE DU MONDE,” delving into the question of what sustains the world through a diverse array of sculptures and artworks. The exhibition explores the concept of support in various forms, whether physical, social, or relational, offering insight into our perceptions of stability and reliability in an ever-changing world.
Dylan Clendenin
(PRINT) 6th & Howard, 2023
Archival Ink Print on 100% Cotton Paper
12 x 16 in
Limited Series of 5, Signed and Numbered on Back
*Courtesy of Moth Belly Gallery
Moth Belly Gallery
Thu, Feb. 1st 6-10PM
Moth Belly Gallery showcases “Don’t Stress It,” a duo exhibit by Dylan Clendenin and Heir Boots, featuring a diverse collection of work, from cityscapes to portraiture and still lifes. The artists share a commitment to continuous practice, approaching art-making like professional athletes in the studio.
Friday, Feb. 2nd
*Courtesy of Castro Art Walk
Castro Art Walk
Fri, Feb. 2nd 5-8PM
Explore the vibrant Castro neighborhood during the Castro Art Walk, featuring 17+ art galleries and local merchants extending their hours for special events and showcasing community artwork. Immerse yourself in this self-guided tour, celebrating art, culture, and the creative spirit of the Castro.
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*Courtesy of Strike-Slip Gallery
Strike-Slip Gallery
Fri, Feb. 2nd 5:30-11:55PM
Strike-Slip Gallery presents “Hard Boiled,” an art exhibition unveiling masterpieces born under pressure, delving deep into raw emotions and authenticity. Each piece reflects the artists’ resilience, inviting you to explore profound beauty emerging from life’s crucible and find solace in genuine narratives told through art.
*Image Credit: Sandy Williams IV, 40 ACRES: Weeksville
Telematic Media Arts
Fri, Feb. 2nd 6-9PM
Telematic Media Arts presents Sandy Williams IV’s exhibition, “40 ACRES: Weeksville,” showcasing film, photography, and archival documents. The installation documents a skywriting performance above Crown Heights, Brooklyn, honoring the historic Weeksville community, offering a visual exploration of Freedmen communities’ memory and connecting present inequities to the failures of Reconstruction in the United States after the Civil War. (Feb. 2nd – Apr. 6th)
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*Courtesy of City Art Cooperative Gallery
City Art Cooperative Gallery
Fri, Feb. 2nd 7-10PM
City Art Cooperative Gallery debuts its February show featuring over two dozen artists, including painters, poets, photographers, sculptors, illustrators, jewelers, woodworkers, fabric and collage artists. Join for a meet and greet on Friday, Feb. 2nd, 7-10PM to celebrate their work. (Jan. 31st – Feb. 26th)
Saturday, Feb. 3rd
Cross Lypka, Jes Fan, Cathy Lu, Rodney McMillian, and Phi Phi Oanh
Installation view, de montañas submarinas el fuego hace islas, curated by Yina Jiménez Suri, Photo by Robert Divers Herrick *Courtesy of KADIST
KADIST
Sat, Feb. 3rd 2PM
Explore the exhibition “de montañas submarinas el fuego hace islas” curated by Yina Jiménez Suriel, delving into sensory experiences, altered realities, and human-non-human connections through local and international artists’ perspectives. Join a guided tour led by Jiménez Suriel, focusing on the final artwork rotation examining the transformation of species and the human desire for interspecies relationships.
Charles Lee
Courtesy of SF Camerawork
SF Camerawork
Sat, Feb. 3rd 3-5PM
Join artist Charles Lee, along with artist, educator, and researcher Hannah Waiters, for an in-person conversation about the exhibition “sweat + dirt.” Guest speaker Paul Kevin Jacques, a cowboy and artist featured in the exhibition, will also contribute to the discussion at SF Camerawork’s Fort Mason location.
Natalya N. Burd
Day Dreaming of the Work in Progress, 2021
33 x 50 in
*Photograph by John Janca; Courtesy of Jack Fischer Gallery
Jack Fischer Gallery
Sat, Feb. 3rd 4-6PM
Jack Fischer Gallery presents “electric wonderland,” featuring acrylic paintings on plexiglass by Natalya Burd, marking her 4th show in the gallery. Burd’s work, inspired by her early travels from the mountains of Kyrgyzstan to Moscow, explores the interplay between natural landscapes and the reflective qualities of mirrors and plexiglass, inviting viewers to immerse themselves in shimmering atmospheres and contemplate the beauty of nature amidst technological advancements.
Victoria Canby
We grow our Own Medicine for Interdimensional and Intertribal healing, Clarion Alley, 2023
*Courtesy of Clarion Alley Mural Project
Clarion Alley Mural Project @ MSP
Sat, Feb. 3rd 5-7PM
“Manifest Differently,” Clarion Alley Mural Project’s largest exhibition in its 32-year history, features 38 California visual artists and poets exploring the history and legacies of Manifest Destiny. The multidisciplinary exhibition, running from Feb. 1st to Mar. 16th, at Minnesota Street Project, delves into issues such as inaccurate perceptions of indigenous peoples, the impact of government decisions on various communities, ecological crises, reparations for slavery, and the potential for compassion and education to drive positive change in global communities.
Rachel Strum
*Courtesy of Hashimoto Gallery
Hashimoto Contemporary
Sat, Feb. 3rd 5-7PM
Hashimoto Contemporary presents “Cosmic Bloom,” a debut exhibition by Dallas-based artist Rachel Strum and the Brooklyn-based artist duo CHIAOZZA. Join the opening night reception on Saturday, Feb. 3rd, 5-7 at the Minnesota Street location. (Feb. 3rd – 24th)
Solange Roberdeau
From Above, 2023
21K Moon Gold Leaf, Sumi Ink, Graphite, Acrylic, Gouache, Kozo Paper on Canvas
30 x 24 x 1 ⅜ in
*Courtesy of Municipal Bonds
Municipal Bonds
Sat, Feb. 3rd 5-7PM
Municipal Bonds opens “Generative Earth,” featuring new drawings and ceramic vessels by Solange Roberdeau and Nick Schwartz, showcasing their connection to Mendocino County’s environment and craft. This exhibition marks the first presentation of their works together, emphasizing their shared exploration of natural elements and place. (Feb. 3rd – Mar. 23rd)
Matthew Picton
St. Peter’s Basilica, 2023
Archival Paper, Archival Photographs
80 x 60 in
*Courtesy of Nancy Toomey Fine Art
Nancy Toomey Fine Art
Sat, Feb. 3rd 5-7PM
Explore Matthew Picton’s exhibition, “A Seeker’s Paradise,” at Nancy Toomey Fine Art from Jan. 31st to Mar. 16th, with an artist reception on Saturday, Feb 3rd, 5-7PM. (Feb. 3rd – Mar. 16th)
Harumo Sato
20 SECONDS OF HUG, 2023
Oil Pastel, Acrylic, Gold Foil, Pastel on Watercolor Paper
10 x 10 1/2 in
*Courtesy of Eleanor Harwood Gallery
Sat, Feb. 3rd 5-7PM
Eleanor Harwood Gallery debuts Harumo Sato’s “Moya Moya“ series exploring the relationship between nature and women through whimsical Japanese iconography, aiming to underscore social inequalities. (Feb. 3rd – Mar. 24th)