(featured image) Chloe Sherman
Double Rainbow Over Our City
Photography
*Courtesy of Leica Store & Gallery SF
Here’s your art guide for what’s happening in San Francisco, CA the week of September 5th – 8th, 2024. *Stay tuned—this list is constantly updated!
Thursday, Sept. 5th
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*Courtesy of Hospitality House SF
Hospitality House SF
Thu, Sept. 5th 4-7PM
Hospitality House SF presents “From Our Hands,” a vibrant celebration of community, creativity, and craft, featuring paintings, sculptures, textiles, and ceramics by Community Arts Program artists. Each piece highlights the power of art to connect, heal, and preserve cultural histories, fostering a sense of belonging. (Sept. 5th – 26th)
*Photo courtesy of SF First Thursday Art Walk & Moth Belly Gallery
SF First Thursday Art Walk
Thu, Sept. 5th 4-10PM
Explore incredible galleries, unique exhibitions, and the vibrant local art scene during the SF First Thursday Art Walk, a monthly self-guided tour through Downtown SF’s Tenderloin neighborhood. Organized by Moth Belly Gallery, the event is sponsored by the Tenderloin Community Benefit District and SF’s Office of Economic and Workforce Development, showcasing diverse events and late-night gallery openings.
From left: Nicki Green, Drifting Upon Swollen Water (Gavriel), A Slack Unthreading (Raphael), Perforated in the Night (Uriel), Fruitful Vine 2 (Michael), 2024
*Courtesy of the Artist and CULT Aimee Friberg
Contemporary Jewish Museum
Thu, Sept. 5th 5-8PM
Contemporary Jewish Museum celebrates the opening of Nicki Green’s solo exhibition “Firmament,” featuring a night of art, kombucha tasting, and engaging conversations. Explore Green’s boundary-pushing artworks, sample Lev’s Original Kombucha, and delve into pickling techniques while hearing insights from the artist and her collaborators. (Sept. 5th – Feb. 2nd, 2025)
Chloe Sherman
View From The Back Seat, 1997
Archival Pigment Print
16 ⅗ x 25 in
Edition of 20
*Courtesy of the Leica Store & Gallery
Leica Store & Gallery SF
Thu, Sept. 5th 5-8PM
The Gallery at Leica Store SF presents “Renegades: San Francisco, The 1990s,” a documentary exhibition by Chloe Sherman. This exhibit captures the vibrant queer cultural renaissance of 1990s San Francisco through Sherman’s powerful photography, showcasing a generation’s creativity, pride, and defiance of cultural norms. (Sept. 2nd – Nov. 2nd)
Terry Powers
Quilt #1, 2024
Oil on Canvas
36 x 36 in
*Courtesy of Dolby Chadwick Gallery
Dolby Chadwick Gallery
Thu, Sept. 5th 5:30-7:30PM
Experience Elizabeth Fox’s “The Trouble with Flowers” and Terry Powers’ “The Shimmering World” at Dolby Chadwick Gallery. Fox’s work blends pop culture with art history, using vivid floral elements and recurring chair symbols, while Powers focuses on realistic portrayals of everyday life, emphasizing light and detail. These exhibitions collectively highlight the richness of artistic expression through contrasting yet complementary perspectives, offering a diverse visual journey for all visitors. (Sep. 5th – 28th)
Traven Paglen
Near Windy Hill (undated), 2024
Dye Sublimation on Aluminum Print
24 x 30 in
*Courtesy of Altman Siegel
Altman Siegel
Thu, Sept. 5th 6-8PM
Altman Siegel presents two compelling exhibitions: “CARDINALS,” Trevor Paglen’s fifth solo exhibition featuring photographs of aerial phenomena, alongside a screening of his video “Doty” at Minnesota Street Project Foundation. (Sep. 19th – Nov. 2nd) Concurrently, Didier William’s “Beyond the Bodies’ Edge” showcases copper-etched prints exploring the cultural significance of cypress trees in the Southeastern U.S., reflecting his Haitian heritage. (Sept. 19th – Oct. 5th)
Eli The Man
*Courtesy of 5 Olive Gallery
5 Olive Gallery
Thu, Sept. 5th 6-10PM
5 Olive Gallery presents “Evolving Dimensions,” a solo exhibition by Eli The Man, featuring colorful and whimsical works that blend painting, drawing, and sculpture. (Sept. 5th – Oct. 28th)
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*Courtesy of Moth Belly Gallery
Moth Belly Gallery
Thu, Sept. 5th 6-10PM
Join Moth Belly Gallery to celebrate the opening of “Trance & Emblem,” a group exhibition featuring works by six artists as part of the SF First Thursday Art Walk. (Sept. 5th – 30th)
Friday, Sept. 6th
Jamey Brzezinski
Archipelago 2 with Ginkgo Leaves, 2024
48 x 48 in
*Courtesy of HANG ART
HANG ART
Fri Sept. 6th 5-7PM
HANG ART presents “Reflections,” a solo exhibition by Jamey Brzezinski, showcasing serene top-down paintings that invite viewers to immerse themselves in the tranquil, reflective surfaces of his imagined landscapes. (Sept. 6th – Oct. 19th)
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*Courtesy of Fort Mason Center for Arts & Culture
6th Fort Mason Art Walk
Fri Sept. 6th 5-8PM
Join the 6th Fort Mason Art Walk, featuring pop-up artist and curator talks, a new exhibition, live performances, and art workshops across the campus. Enjoy a free evening of culture and creativity at Fort Mason Center for Arts & Culture.
*Photo courtesy of Castro Art Walk
Castro Art Walk
Fri Sept. 6th 5-8PM
Experience the creativity of the Castro Arts District during the Castro Art Walk, featuring 20 art galleries and local merchants hosting special events and exhibits. Enjoy a free, self-guided tour through the vibrant neighborhood as businesses extend their hours to showcase local art.
Deborah Butterfield
Whitebird, 2023-2024
*Courtesy of Haines Gallery
Haines Gallery
Fri Sept. 6th 5-8PM
Haines Gallery presents “Deborah Butterfield: New Sculpture,” featuring the artist’s iconic equine sculptures in wood and bronze. This marks Butterfield’s first solo show in San Francisco in over a decade, with the life-sized “Whitebird” among the standout pieces. (Sept. 6th – Nov. 9th)
Alice Wu
Yellowstone, 2024
Acrylic on Damask Upholstery Fabric, Molding Paste, Plastic, Wire, Textile Remnants, Kapok, Recycled PET Quilt Batting
14 x 12 x 4 in
*Courtesy of MAG Galleries
MAG Galleries
Fri Sept. 6th 5-9PM
MAG Galleries is thrilled to present “for you or someone you know,” the first solo exhibition of Oakland-based artist Alice Wu, featuring over a dozen abstract sculptures and wall-mounted works that blend textiles and sculpture, inspired by the Chinese tradition of scholar rocks. Wu’s pieces explore themes of self-presentation, reinvention, and the material culture of everyday life, with a focus on subtractive processes and sustainability. (Sept. 6th – Oct. 27th)
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*Courtesy of the Artist
Consulate General of Mexico in San Francisco
Fri Sept. 6th 5:30-7:30PM
Arquetopia celebrates its 15th anniversary with Francisco Guevara’s exhibition “Treasures of Adverse Possession,” opening at the Consulate General of Mexico in San Francisco. This exhibition, curated by Emmanuel Ortega, explores the complex history of empire and treasure, featuring vibrant works that challenge the viewer’s understanding of wealth and power. (Sept. 6th – Oct. 18th)
Nicki Green
Knot Thick (detail), 2022
Glazed Stoneware and Epoxy
52 x 34 x 24 in
*Courtesy of CULT Aimee Friberg
CULT Aimee Friberg
Fri Sept. 6th 6-8PM
CULT Aimee Friberg presents “Eye of the Fountain,” a solo exhibition by Nicki Green, featuring ceramic sculptures and drawings exploring queer and trans embodiment through a fusion of traditional ritual and contemporary imagery. Join the artist for a talk with Damon R. Young on Saturday, Sep. 7th at 1 PM. (Sept. 6th – Nov. 16th)
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*Courtesy of Pallas Gallery
Pallas Gallery
Fri Sept. 6th 6-8PM
Join Pallas Gallery for the opening of “Tête-à-tête,” a group exhibition curated by Kay Jaramillo, featuring works by Telia Ellis Ritter, Christiana Moreno, and Kira Maria Shewfelt. (Sept. 6th – Oct. 12th)
Alicia McCarthy and Kristen Wong
*Courtesy of Gallery 16
Gallery 16
Fri Sept. 6th 6-9PM
Gallery 16 presents two captivating group exhibitions: “Warp and Weft,” which explores underlying structures and integration in art through the metaphor of weaving, and “In Search of Wisdom’s Gold,” delving into the esoteric aspects of alchemy and the fusion of science and magic in historical quests for transformation. (Sept. 6th – Oct. 31st)
Laura “Fyusha” Ho
*Courtesy of MRKT Gallery
MRKT Gallery
Fri Sept. 6th 7-10PM
MRKT Gallery presents “FYUSHA: PORTAL TO CHILD SPIRIT,” a solo exhibition by Laura “Fyusha” Ho. Featuring surreal illustrations inspired by her Vietnamese heritage and personal experiences, the show explores themes of identity, belonging, and the child spirit within us all. (Sept. 6th – Oct. 29th)
Saturday, Sept. 7th
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*Courtesy of West Coast Craft
West Coast Craft
Sat, Sept. 7th-8th, 10AM-6PM
West Coast Craft’s first vintage show “WAVES,” at Fort Mason’s Gateway Pavilion, featuring 125+ vendors showcasing vintage clothing, design, and housewares. Free to attend, this two-day event is a must for vintage lovers in San Francisco.
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*Courtesy of African Arts Festival (AAF)
African Arts Festival (AAF)
Sat, Sept. 7th 11AM-4PM
Celebrate the African Arts Festival (AAF), presented by Yerba Buena Gardens Festival, a family-friendly event celebrating live music and dance from Bay Area ensembles representing various regions of the African diaspora. This vibrant festival aligns with community-focused values and offers a rich cultural experience for all ages.
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*Courtesy of Art Walk SF
Art Walk SF
Sat, Sept. 7th 12-5PM
Join Art Walk SF on Fillmore Street for a vibrant celebration of art, music, and local businesses, featuring pop-up galleries, live performances, and community activities. This free, family-friendly event transforms small businesses into art spaces and showcases local talent while offering special deals and activities throughout the neighborhood.
Ana Paula Teixeira
*Courtesy of SF State University Fine Arts Gallery
SF State University Fine Arts Gallery
Sat, Sept. 7th 1-3PM
SF State University’s Fine Arts Gallery concludes “Waters Run Deep,” a group exhibition guest-curated by Rogelio Cruz, showcasing works by Maëlis Bekkouche, Alexis C. Garcia, Lindsay Gauthier with Fog Beast, Tiare Ribeaux, Ana Paula Teixeira, and Jessica Tully. The exhibition delves into personal and cultural connections to water.
Elisheva Biernoff
Strike, 2021
Acrylic on Wood, Painted Both Sides
3.5 x 3.5 in
*Courtesy of Fraenkel Gallery
Fraenkel Gallery
Sat, Sept. 7th 2-4PM
Fraenkel Gallery presents “Smashed Up House: After the Storm,” an exhibition by Elisheva Biernoff featuring 13 new works that explore her meticulous recreations of found photographs and their interior spaces. This exhibition marks Biernoff’s third solo show at the gallery and includes a fully-illustrated catalogue. (Sept. 4th – Oct. 19th)
Irene Imfeld
*Courtesy of Chung 24 Gallery
Chung 24 Gallery
Sat, Sept. 7th 2-5PM
Chung 24 Gallery presents “Phantasm,” a solo exhibition by Irene Imfeld featuring her abstract photography. Join the opening reception to explore Imfeld’s portrayal of nature’s rhythm and the elusive quality of seasonal changes through her distinct photographic style. (Sept. 4th – Oct. 19th)
Adama Delphine Fawundu
For Mama Adama, 2020
Cyanotypes on Fabric with Hair
63 x 22 in
*Courtesy of Euqinom Gallery
Euqinom Gallery
Sat, Sept. 7th 2-5PM
Adama Delphine Fawundu’s exhibition “When The Water Sings” at Euqinom Gallery unveils new works exploring identity and diaspora through textiles, photography, and mixed media. The opening reception, featuring an artist walkthrough, offers an immersive look into Fawundu’s narrative-driven practice. (Sept. 7th – Oct. 26th)
Georgii Uvs
*Courtesy of International Art Museum of America (IAMA)
Tendergold Gallery @ IAMA
Sat, Sept. 7th 2-5PM
Tendergold Gallery at IAMA presents “The Book of Changes” by Georgii Uvs showcasing six large-scale artworks that reveal hidden depths and beauty when illuminated by UV light, offering a transformative experience of abstract art. (Sept. 7th – Oct. 28th)
Marco Maggi
Economy of Attention (blue), 2024
Cut Paper on Dibond
12 x 12 in
*Courtesy of Hosfelt Gallery
Hosfelt Gallery
Sat, Sept. 7th 3-5PM
“Almost Indecipherable” at Hosfelt Gallery features solo exhibitions and a collaborative piece by Jim Campbell and Marco Maggi, exploring how perception shapes the interpretation of art. The exhibition contrasts Campbell’s low-resolution LED works with Maggi’s intricate paper drawings, challenging viewers to shift perspectives for deeper understanding. (Sept. 7th – Oct. 12th)
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*Courtesy of Edge on the Square
Edge on the Square
Sat, Sept. 7th 3-10PM
Edge on the Square presents its 3rd Annual Contemporary Art Festival, “High Five: Exploring the Elemental Forces of Chinatown,” curated by Candace Huey, Founder/Owner of re.riddle, with Trisha Lagaso Goldberg, Aay Preston-Myint, and Colin Choy Kimzey. The event features over 25 artists presenting multimedia works, performances, and installations themed around the five elements—Earth, Fire, Metal, Water, and Air—across various Chinatown locations, offering a free and immersive cultural experience.
Mildred Howard
The Time and Space of Now, Moving Stills 15, 2024
Acrylic Ink on Wallpaper
25 x 32 1/5 in
*Courtesy of Anglim/Trimble
Anglim/Trimble
Sat, Sept. 7th 4-6PM
Anglim/Trimble presents “The Time and Space of Now: Moving Stills” by Mildred Howard, featuring monoprints created from 1959 film stills on vintage wallpaper. This exhibition intertwines personal history and political themes, complemented by new bottle house sculptures and additional works, and is part of a larger series celebrating Howard’s multidisciplinary art. (Sept. 7th – Oct. 26th)
Jenny Bloomfield
Visible Threads, 2024
Oil on Canvas
60 x 60 in
*Courtesy of Jack Fischer Gallery
Jack Fischer Gallery
Sat, Sept. 7th 4-6PM
Jack Fischer Gallery presents Jenny Bloomfield’s solo exhibition “Green Fuse,” featuring new paintings exploring the delicate and transient beauty of natural foliage. (Sept. 7th – Oct. 26th)
Claire Burbridge
Dew Point, 2024
Japanese Watercolor, Ink, Salt
51 x 40.25 in
*Courtesy of Nancy Toomey Fine Art
Nancy Toomey Fine Art
Sat, Sept. 7th 4-6PM
Experience “Peripheral Visions,” an exhibition by Claire Burbridge at Nancy Toomey Fine Art. Burbridge’s work highlights the significance of peripheral vision and the unseen aspects of the natural world. (Sept. 7th – 28th)
Tsholo “Splash” Motong
Fiction
Newspaper Collage and Acrylic on Canvas
47 x 31 in
*Courtesy of Art House SF
Art House SF
Sat, Sept. 7th 4-8PM
Join Art House SF for Tsholo “Splash” Motong’s third solo exhibit, “I Am Because We Are,” showcasing his latest paintings, Shweshwe fabric collages, newspaper collages, and acrylic portraits. The exhibition explores African spirituality and the Ubuntu philosophy, reflecting the connection between community and creativity. (Aug. 17th – Oct. 19th)
Paul Wackers
Expressions of the Area Surrounding the Things in Close Proximity of It, 2024
Acrylic, Spray Paint on Canvas
48 x 48 in
*Courtesy of Eleanor Harwood Gallery
Eleanor Harwood Gallery
Sat, Sept. 7th 5-7PM
Eleanor Harwood Gallery presents Paul Wackers’ ninth solo exhibition, “If You Can’t See Me, I Can’t See You,” featuring a new body of work that emphasizes the exploration of paint and gestural techniques, transforming still-life compositions into expressive and unexpected configurations. (Sept. 7th – Nov. 2nd)
Gina M. Contreras
*Courtesy of Hashimoto Contemporary
Hashimoto Contemporary
Sat, Sept. 7th 5-7PM
Dive into “Amor Secreto” at Hashimoto Contemporary, showcasing the vibrant works of Gina M. Contreras. The opening reception offers a unique opportunity to experience the art and meet the San Francisco-based artist herself. (Sept. 7th – 28th)
Blaise Rosenthal
The Mother, 2019
Charcoal, Earth Pigments and Acrylic on Canvas
70 x 89 in
*Courtesy of Municipal Bonds
Municipal Bonds
Sat, Sept. 7th 5-7PM
Municipal Bonds presents “Sierra Madre,” Blaise Rosenthal’s first solo exhibition with the gallery, featuring works from 2017 to 2024 that explore themes of time, loss, and memory. Through paintings and drawings inspired by personal and familial landscapes, Rosenthal balances intimacy and expansiveness, creating a meditative body of work that resonates with universal emotions. (Sept. 7th – Oct. 26th)
Morgan Corbitt
*Courtesy of Bass & Reiner Gallery
Bass & Reiner Gallery
Sat, Sept. 7th 5-8PM
Bass & Reiner Gallery unveils Morgan Corbitt’s latest exhibition, showcasing paintings that evolve from collages created from everyday photographs. The works, which feature rigidly structured and often uncanny forms, reflect Corbitt’s approach of exploring challenging and familiar imagery through the painting process.
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*Courtesy of Ryan Graff Contemporary
Ryan Graff Contemporary
Sat, Sept. 7th 5-9PM
Ryan Graff Contemporary is excited to present Jamie Gallagher’s exhibition “Threads of Existence,” with Gallagher joining from the UK. The show features impasto paintings and intricate tapestries, exploring humanity’s co-evolution with artificial intelligence. (Sept. 7th – Oct. 28th)
Alex Garcia and Catherine Mackey
*Courtesy of TINT Gallery
TINT Gallery
Sat, Sept. 7th 5:30-7:30PM
TINT Gallery presents “The Poetry of Wood,” a duo exhibition featuring works by Alex Garcia and Catherine Mackey. Don’t miss the exclusive artist tour at 6:30 PM, where the artists will offer insights into their creative process and inspirations. (Sept. 7th – Oct. 27th)