(featured image) John Kraft
Running Up That Hill
*Courtesy of the Artist
Here’s your art guide for what’s happening in San Francisco, CA the week of October 1st – 6th, 2024. *Stay tuned—this list is constantly updated!
Tuesday, Oct. 1st
*Promo banner courtesy of Museum of the African Diaspora (MoAD)
Museum of the African Diaspora (MoAD)
Tues, Oct. 1st – Sun, Oct. 6th
MoAD is excited to announce the inaugural Nexus: SF/Bay Area Black Art Week to celebrate the richness of the Black artist community in the region. This annual event will feature special programming, exhibitions, and unique engagements, aiming to highlight artistic excellence, foster community, enhance visibility, encourage dialogue, and strengthen connections between artists in San Francisco and Oakland. (Oct. 1st – 6th)
Thursday, Oct. 3rd
*Promo poster courtesy of Shop Soochie
Shop Soochie
Thu, Oct. 3rd 4-8PM
Join Shop Soochie for the opening of Brooke Farrington’s photography exhibition, featuring a collection of her personal work that reflects her creative journey in the advertising and fashion industries. Don’t miss this unique opportunity to experience the artistry of a leading creative force.
Hunter Saxony III
I Miss the Old Kanye III, 2024
Ink on Pergamenata
27 x 39 in
*Courtesy of Eleanor Harwood Gallery
Eleanor Harwood Gallery
Thu, Oct. 3rd 5-7PM
Eleanor Harwood Gallery presents Hunter Saxony III’s solo exhibition, “Pieces of a (Black) Man,” at Minnesota Street Project, in conjunction with MOAD’s inaugural ‘Nexus’ Bay Area Black Art Week. Saxony’s abstract works combine Pictorial Calligraphy with contemporary themes, reflecting on identity, love, and loss through bold, expressive forms. (Sept. 16th – Oct. 16th)
Audra Weaser
Coastal Lights, 2024
Acrylic, Plaster Paint & Metallic Pigments on Panel
*Courtesy of K. Imperial Fine Art
K. Imperial Fine Art
Thu, Oct. 3rd 5-7PM
K. Imperial Fine Art unveils “Enchantment,” a new exhibition by L.A.-based artist Audra Weaser, featuring abstracted realms that evoke ethereal waterscapes and fleeting memories. Through her meticulous layering and gestural techniques, Weaser creates immersive works that reflect the fleeting beauty of memory and nature. (Sept. 28th – Nov. 2nd)
Edwige Fouvry
Paisible, 2024
Oil on Canvas
75 x 75 in
*Courtesy of Dolby Chadwick Gallery
Dolby Chadwick Gallery
Thu, Oct. 3rd 5:30-7:30PM
Dolby Chadwick Gallery presents “Périples,” a new exhibition by French artist Edwige Fouvry exploring the intersection of landscapes, portraits, and subconscious journeys. Fouvry’s expressive works combine bold lines and impressionistic colors to evoke emotional depth, drawing comparisons to Symbolist and Nabi movements. (Oct. 3rd – Nov. 2nd)
Arthur Monroe
*Courtesy of Jenkins Johnson Gallery
Jenkins Johnson Gallery
Thu, Oct. 3rd 5:30-7:30PM
Jenkins Johnson San Francisco presents “The Avant-Garde: Those Ahead of Their Time,” showcasing influential Bay Area artists like Dewey Crumpler, Violet Fields, Dr. Esther Mahlangu, Arthur Monroe, and JoeSam, whose works span abstraction to conceptual art. The exhibition coincides with Nexus: SF/Bay Area Black Art Week. (Oct. 3rd – Nov. 23rd)
*Promo image courtesy of KADIST
KADIST SF
Thu, Oct. 3rd 6-8PM
KADIST SF presents “Makeshift Memorials, Small Revolutions,” a two-venue exhibition exploring artistic practices related to ritual, memory, and community-building in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, featuring over 40 artists and highlighting diverse indigenous and global voices. (Oct. 4th – Feb. 15th, 2025)
*Promo image courtesy of One & Done Gallery
One & Done Gallery
Thu, Oct. 3rd 6-9PM
Join the First Thursday Art Walk at One & Done for “In Plain Sight,” a photography exhibit featuring work by Nora Lalle, Brian Brooks, and Jesse Hayes. Enjoy the art and refreshments in San Francisco’s Tenderloin.
*Promo flyer courtesy Moth Belly Gallery
Moth Belly Gallery
Thu, Oct. 3rd 6-10PM
Moth Belly Gallery is celebrating its three-year anniversary with the group show “Here & There,” guest curated by Darin Balaban and featuring artists such as Glaboe and Pyramid Guy. Join the opening reception during the SF First Thursday Art Walk, with the exhibition on view until mid-November.
*Promo poster courtesy Mini Mart
Mini Mart
Thu, Oct. 3rd 7-10PM
Experience “Spooky Cortez,” a solo art exhibition by talented artist Hannah Cortez at Mini Mart, where her hyper-realistic portraits infused with abstract elements will be on display. Join for an evening filled with original art, food, and music during the SF First Thursday Art Walk.
Friday, Oct. 4th
*Promo poster courtesy of Castro Art Walk
Castro Art Walk
Fri, Oct. 4th 5-8PM
Explore the Castro neighborhood during the Castro Art Walk, where 15 galleries and local businesses host special events to showcase new art exhibits. For the first time, guided tours will be available to navigate the vibrant creativity and mini art exhibits throughout the area.
Heather Robinson
*Courtesy of Arc Studios & Gallery
Arc Studios & Gallery
Fri, Oct. 4th 6-9PM
Join artists at Arc Studios & Gallery for their SFOS Preview Party to celebrate ArtSpan’s 50th Anniversary of San Francisco Open Studios (SFOS) in the first week of October. Explore their workspaces, engage in conversations, view artwork, and purchase directly from local creators. (Oct. 4th – 6th)
*Photo courtesy of City Art Cooperative Gallery
City Art Cooperative Gallery
Fri, Oct. 4th 7-10PM
City Art Cooperative Gallery unveils Brennan Wenck’s October show, featuring an inspiring collection of artwork and a unique opportunity to meet the artist. (Oct. 4th – 27th)
Saturday, Oct. 5th
*Promo banner courtesy of ArtSpan
ArtSpan SF Open Studios Weekend 3
Sat, Oct. 5th & Sun, Oct. 6th 11AM-5PM
Experience the creativity of the Bay Area at ArtSpan’s SF Open Studios Weekend 3: East/South East. Visitors can tour local artists’ studios and buy artwork while celebrating the region’s vibrant artistic community. (Oct. 5th – 6th)
Natalie Craig
Pause, 2024
Mixed Media on Paper
22 x 22 in
*Courtesy of Far Out Gallery
Far Out Gallery
Sat, Oct. 5th 1-4PM
Far Out Gallery presents “COAST,” an exhibition featuring the works of Cathy Perillo, Starr Sutherland, and Natalie Craig. The show explores themes of the coastline through Perillo’s Plein Air seascapes, Sutherland’s evocative photography of Ocean Beach, and Craig’s curated mix of abstract and representational works reflecting her lifelong engagement with coastal environments. *Artists’ Talk at 2PM (Sept. 20th – Oct. 27th)
Anne Walker
*Courtesy of anälog Gallery
anälog Gallery
Sat, Oct. 5th 2PM
Join anälog Gallery for an Artists’ Talk featuring Anne Walker and Liz Steketee, moderated by Don Ross, as part of the “Traces of Home” exhibition. Don’t miss this exciting opportunity to engage with the artists and explore their work.
*Promo banner courtesy of Hunters Point Shipyard
Hunters Point Shipyard
Sat, Oct. 5th 2-4PM
Participate in an Artist Talk with Stacey Carter and William Rhodes as they share insights from their year-long creation of the African American Shipyard History Quilt Project, moderated by Andrea Baker. This event marks the closing of the project and is the final opportunity to view the exhibit.
*Promo image courtesy of Gallery-O-Rama
Gallery-O-Rama
Sat, Oct. 5th 2-5PM
Join Gallery-O-Rama for the closing reception of “Unbound Figures: Human Vessels,” an exhibition delving into the human body as both a physical form and a vessel of experience. Don’t miss this final opportunity to experience the powerful works and meet the featured artists.
Irene Imfeld
*Courtesy of CHUNG 24 Gallery
CHUNG 24 Gallery
Sat, Oct. 5th 3-4PM
Experience an enlightening artist walkthrough with Irene Imfeld at CHUNG 24 Gallery, highlighting her abstract works that DeWitt Cheng likens to Jackson Pollock’s calligraphy of nature. Discover Imfeld’s artistic process and insights at this engaging event. (Sept. 20th – Oct. 27th)
*Promo image courtesy of Don Soker Contemporary Art
Don Soker Contemporary Art
Sat, Oct. 5th 3-6PM
Don Soker Contemporary Art presents “A Shared Return,” showcasing sculptural works by Gordon Senior and works on paper by Eleanor Wood. This exhibition celebrates over 50 years of exhibitions at the gallery while marking a transition to occasional gallery-related activities, as it highlights the artists’ evolution in response to their contrasting environments since moving from California to Norfolk, England. (Oct. 5th – Nov. 16th)
*Promo poster courtesy of Medicine for Nightmares Book Store
Medicine for Nightmares Book Store
Sat, Oct. 5th 3-6PM
Celebrate the opening reception of “Nature,” a duo exhibition featuring new works by Calixto Robles and Alexandra Blum at Medicine for Nightmares Book Store (formerly Alley Cat Books). (Oct. 4th – Nov. 26th)
Archana Horsting
Cloud Combat, after Alvin Langdon Coburn’s The Cloud, 2020
Oil Stick
39.5 x 27.75 in
*Courtesy of Pastine Projects
Pastine Projects
Sat, Oct. 5th 3-6PM
Pastine Projects proudly presents “À La Carte,” a solo exhibition by Archana Horsting, featuring eight oil stick works on paper and two prints, highlighting Horsting’s innovative exploration of texture, form, and the interplay between nature and artificiality. (Oct. 5th– Nov. 16th)
Philip Willem Badenhorst
2 Dragons – Jingdeszhen, 2023
Acrylic on Belgian Linen Canvas
21 x 21 in
*Courtesy of Nancy Toomey Fine Art
Nancy Toomey Fine Art
Sat, Oct. 5th 4-6PM
Join Nancy Toomey Fine Art to meet artists Philip Willem Badenhorst and Eiichi Tsujino and celebrate the opening of their exhibition “Crossroads – Meeting of Minds.” The event features a special performance by Bruce Huebner on the shakuhachi. (Oct. 2nd – Nov. 16th)
Erin Hupp
*Photo by Sam Cooper; courtesy of Pop-Up Gallery
Pop-Up Gallery
Sat, Oct. 5th 4-6PM
Artist duo Erin Hupp and Jaime Lovejoy revive their popular pop-up gallery in Noe Valley with “Interwoven,” an exhibition featuring the work of six Bay Area artists across various mediums. The month-long event offers visitors the chance to meet the artists, view their work, and enjoy creative conversations over wine. (Oct. 4th – 27th)
Amy Ning
Rooting For You
Mixed Media on Wood
*Courtesy of BlueStream Gallery
BlueStream Gallery
Sat, Oct. 5th 4-7PM
Join BlueStream Gallery for the opening reception of “Nervous Edge 2,” a solo exhibition by Los Angeles artist Amy Ning where the artist will be in attendance for engaging discussions. (Oct. 5th – Nov. 2nd)
*Promo poster courtesy of Method Made SF
Method Made SF
Sat, Oct. 5th 4-9PM
Method Made SF presents “The Abstract,” a group exhibition featuring the works of Mario Navasero, Tubi Ho, David Polka, and Renee DeCarlo, showcasing their distinct approaches to abstract art while celebrating the communities they represent. This will be the final exhibition at the gallery’s Mission Street location before the announcement of their new space.
Angela Burson
Julien, 2020
Acrylic on Panel
20 x 16 in
*Courtesy of Hashimoto Contemporary
Hashimoto Contemporary
Sat, Oct. 5th 5-7PM
Hashimoto Contemporary unveils “Close Encounters,” a solo exhibition by Angela Burson that delves into fleeting glimpses of strangers in undefined spaces, merging memory with dream-like moments. Burson’s latest works introduce occult and otherworldly elements, highlighting the mystery of everyday encounters. (Oct. 5th– Oct. 26th)
*Promo poster courtesy of Art Factory
Art Factory at Powerhouse
Sat, Oct. 5th 5-9PM
Join for a day of art, creativity, and entertainment at the Art Factory‘s monthly figure drawing, drag, and art mart daytime party, hosted by Luke Andahazy and Jamie Syyn. Explore the work of local artists, create your own art, and enjoy a pop-up drag show.
Olive Couri
*Courtesy of Hit Gallery
Hit Gallery
Sat, Oct. 5th 5-9PM
Hit Gallery presents Olive Couri’s first solo exhibition, “Misty Mist,” featuring paintings, drawings, and sculptures inspired by her personal symbolism and impressions. Explore the misty mist that reveals both the hidden and the visible in this thought-provoking exhibit.
Mark Gleason
What Are We? Where Do We Come From? Where Are We Going?
Oil on Wood
30 x 30 in
*Courtesy of Ryan Graff Contemporary
Ryan Graff Contemporary
Sat, Oct. 5th 5-9PM
Ryan Graff Contemporary presents “Nowhere Here,” a solo exhibition by Mark Gleason that delves into liminal spaces between reality and the surreal, with solitary figures in barren, dream-like landscapes. Drawing from literature, philosophy, and the old masters, Gleason’s oil paintings blend the visceral with the absurd. (Oct. 5th– Oct. 26th)
*Promo image courtesy of Your Mood Projects
Your Mood Projects
Sat, Oct. 5th 6-8PM
Your Mood Projects presents “MIPMAPMOP,” a collaborative exhibition by Morgan Nieto and Natasha Loewy. This show explores themes of interconnectedness and family life through a diverse array of works, including a dog painting, a recycled can weaving, and playful interactive elements, celebrating the beauty in life’s accidental moments. (Oct. 5th– Nov. 2nd)
Sunday, Oct. 6th
*Photo courtesy of Yerba Buena Center for the Arts (YBCA)
Yerba Buena Center for the Arts (YBCA)
Sun, Oct. 6th 11AM-5PM
YBCA presents distinct solo exhibitions, “Nicky Nodjoumi: The Personal is Political” and “Nahid Hagigat: Etched in Time,” exploring the intertwined lives of a family of artists linked to political revolution through Nodjoumi’s surreal paintings and Hagigat’s intimate etchings. Accompanied by family photos, archival material, and the HBO documentary “A Revolution on Canvas,” produced by their daughter, the exhibition delves into themes of free expression, power dynamics, and the search for home. *Tickets: $5-$10; Free Wednesday/2nd Sunday Only (Oct.. 6th – Feb. 23rd, 2025)
*Promo flyer courtesy of Orion Custom Framing
Orion Custom Framing
Sun, Oct. 6th 12-5PM
Experience the beauty of glass mosaic at Orion Custom Framing’s open house featuring Anne C. Del Core. Join for refreshments, a chance to meet the artist, and learn more about this captivating art form.
*Promo flyer courtesy of International Art Museum of America (IAMA)
IAMA x Tendergold Gallery
Sun, Oct. 6th 2-4:30PM
Join the International Art Museum of America (IAMA) for the “Tendergold Gallery Naming Reception” and the “Tenderloin Blackness” exhibition by Del Seymore. This event honors the Tenderloin’s rich history and celebrates the contributions of the Black community, showcasing the area’s unique stories and resilience.
*Promo flyer courtesy of the Paper Moon Artist Residency
Paper Moon Artist Residency
Sun, Oct. 6th 2-6PM
Paper Moon Artist Residency presents its final exhibition on the theme of “Love Letters,” featuring art, live music, and interactive experiences. This 4-month residency supports emerging AAPI artists in analog and digital media.
Michael Chamberlain
Golden Gate from Lands
Oil on Canvas
36 x 24 in
*Courtesy of STUDIO Gallery
STUDIO Gallery
Sun, Oct. 6th 3-5PM
STUDIO Gallery presents Michael Chamberlain’s 10th solo exhibition featuring over 40 new plein air paintings that capture San Francisco cityscapes and California landscapes. (Oct. 3rd – 21st)