(featured image) Toni Hamel
Good Intentions, 2023
Oil on Canvas
18 x 18 in
*Courtesy of CK Contemporary
Here’s your art guide for what’s happening in San Francisco, CA the week of July 3rd – 7th, 2024. *Stay tuned—this list is constantly updated!
Wednesday, Jul. 3rd
Installation view of Charles Linder’s collection of bullet-riddled American road signs
*Courtesy of American Messenger/Charles Linder
American Messenger
Wed, Jul. 3rd 6-9PM
American Messenger presents new paintings and sculpture by local artist Charles Linder, exploring themes of recreation and violence in contemporary culture. Linder’s provocative work challenges viewers to consider the intersection of art objects and societal dialogue. Visit the SOMA gallery space to experience his collection of bullet-riddled American road signs, offering a critical commentary on American cultural and political landscapes. (Jul. 3rd – 30th)
Thursday, Jul. 4th
Promo image
*Courtesy of 5 Olive Gallery
5 Olive Gallery
Thu, Jul. 4th 6-10PM
5 Olive Gallery unveils “Alley Cats,” a street art gallery showcasing emerging artists who use San Francisco’s streets as their canvas. Join us for the opening and experience their vibrant works firsthand.
Lady Henze
*Courtesy of Moth Belly Gallery
Thursday, Jul. 4th
Moth Belly Gallery
Thu, Jul. 4th 6-10PM
Moth Belly Gallery presents “Candy Crush,” an all-ladies group show curated by Lady Henze, featuring new work by Andrea Bergen, Rebecca Kaufman, Carolynn Haydu, Katie Seifert, Lady Mags, and Caitlin Goebel. (Jul. 4th – 31st)
Friday, Jul. 5th
Gottfried Helnwein
Suspects I, 2000
Mixed Media on Canvas
95 x 75 in
*Courtesy of Modernism
Modernism Inc.
Fri, Jul. 5th PM, 10AM-5:30PM
Modernism celebrates its 45th anniversary with a retrospective featuring over one hundred international artists who have shaped the gallery’s legacy across diverse genres and media. Part I of the exhibition opens on July 5th, running until August 31st, with Part II scheduled to follow in September.
*Image courtesy Castro Art Walk
Castro Art Walk
Fri, Jul. 5th 5-8PM
Experience the vibrant creativity of the Castro Arts District with a free self-guided tour featuring over 15 special art events and new exhibits, celebrating community and local culture through the Castro Art Walk.
Saturday, Jul. 6th
Toni Hamel
In lieu of better days, 2024
Oil on Canvas
18 x 18 in
*Courtesy of the Artist
CK Contemporary
Sat, Jul. 6th PM
CK Contemporary presents “In Lieu of Better Days,” a new narrative-driven body of work by Toni Hamel, reflecting on contemporary life’s absurdities and paradoxes. Through poignant commentary, Hamel explores the interplay of human actions, desires, and decisions within broader environmental and social contexts, offering insights into the beauty and contradictions of the world. (Jul. 6th – Aug. 3rd)
Paul Gasaway
*Courtesy of an.ä.log SF Gallery
an.ä.log SF Gallery
Sat, Jul. 6th 3-7PM
Join an.ä.log SF for the closing party of “WIRED,” featuring 2D and 3D works by Paul Gasaway, Suzanne Mailloux, and special guest Nick Beymer. Don’t miss this last chance to see wire sculptures, digital paintings, and photography, and to purchase unique art pieces.
Ines Hamadi
*Courtesy of Galleria Boheme
Galleria Boheme
Sat, Jul. 6th 6:30-9:20PM
Experience “In Search of Identity,” an exhibition by Ines Hamadi exploring her multicultural journey through a diverse blend of paintings and digital works. From France to Algeria and the US, her art vividly captures the complexities of her upbringing and identity. Join for an evening of art, performances, and cultural insights as Ines shares her unique perspective and personal narrative.
Sunday, Jul. 7th
Leah Korican
*Courtesy of Rhoda Goldman Plaza
Rhoda Goldman Plaza
Rhoda Goldman Plaza Gallery presents “Illuminate What the Eyes Don’t See,” a solo exhibition by Leah Korican featuring her mesmerizing cutouts that play with optical effects through cast shadows and reflected colors, creating a luminous and meditative atmosphere. Korican’s intricate artworks feature complex imagery including doilies, murmurations, and natural forms, intricately drawn and painted on cut-out backgrounds. Join the community to meet the artist, view her art, and enjoy refreshments at the event.