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SF Art Guide: Jan. 8th – 12th, 2025

(featured image) Claire Oswalt, Prelude in Green (detail). *Courtesy of Rebecca Camacho Presents

Here’s your art guide for what’s happening in San Francisco, CA the week of January 8th – 12th, 2025. *Stay tuned—this list is constantly updated!

Thursday, Jan. 9th

A surreal black-and-white photograph by Man Ray depicting a hand holding a knife, overlaid with the image of a starfish, featured in the SF Art Guide.

Artwork: Man Ray, L’etoile de Mer (The Starfish), 1928. Unique Vintage Gelatin Silver Print, 6 5/8 x 8 1/2 in. *Courtesy of Robert Koch Gallery

Robert Koch Gallery

Thu, Jan. 9th 11AM-5:30PM

Robert Koch Gallery presents “Surrealism in Photography: 1920s–1980s,” an exhibition celebrating the centenary of Surrealism and its profound influence on art and visual culture. Featuring works by renowned photographers like Man Ray, André Kertész, and Ruth Bernhard, this curated collection explores how Surrealist thought reshaped photography and continues to inspire contemporary artistic expression. (Jan. 29th – Mar. 29th)

Four handcrafted bell sculptures by Davina Semo with distinct textures and finishes, hanging from delicate chains at Jessica Silverman Gallery in San Francisco, featured in the SF Art Guide.

Art view of Davina Semo, A Serious Celebration, 2025, Jessica Silverman, San Francisco. *Courtesy of the artist and Jessica Silverman, San Francisco. Photo: Phillip Maisel.

Jessica Silverman Gallery

Thu, Jan. 9th 5-7PM

Jessica Silverman Gallery presents Davina Semo’s solo exhibition, “A Serious Celebration,” showcasing new sculptures, including her signature hanging bronze bells and large-scale bronze wall works. The show explores the intersection of materiality, texture, and sound, offering a profound reflection on the history and artistry of bells. (Jan. 9th – Feb. 22nd)

Side-by-side artwork view featuring Claire Oswalt's fluid abstract painting in pastel and navy hues, capturing layered organic forms, and Julia Haft-Candell's gold-accented ceramic sculpture resembling a hand, adorned with intricate figurative details, showcasing their unique styles for the 'Moon Math' and 'Hold' exhibitions at Rebecca Camacho Presents in San Francisco, featured in the SF Art Guide.

Artwork: (left) Claire Oswalt, Tint of Mist, Slip of Must, 2024 (detail). Acrylic on Sewn Canvas, 68 x 49 in. (right) Julia Haft-Candell, Hand Holder with Legs, 2024. Ceramic, Gold, Bronze, 26 1/2 x 21 x 19 1/2 in. *Courtesy of Rebecca Camacho Presents

Rebecca Camacho Presents

Thu, Jan. 9th 6-8PM

Rebecca Camacho Presents inaugurates its new location with Claire Oswalt’s “Moon Math” and Julia Haft-Candell’s “Hold“. The opening reception features a dialogue between the artists, exploring the intersections of their practices and the themes in their respective exhibitions. (Jan. 9th – Feb. 22nd)

Exhibition poster for "Animals Are Better Than People" at Mini Bar SF, featured in the SF Art Guide.

Featured artwork: Tanya Napier, Claw Foot Tubs. *Poster courtesy of KNOWNsf

KNOWNsf x Mini Bar SF

Thu, Jan. 9th 6-11PM

Experience KNOWNsf’s “Animals Are Better Than Peoples” art show at Mini Bar SF, featuring 130 works by 29 local artists. Celebrate the superior creatures of the earth with vibrant art by artists like Abigail Goldberger, Adrienne Graves, and many more.

Friday, Jan. 10th

Ariel Parkinson's artwork titled "George’s Wife," an expressionist oil painting of a swirling, chaotic landscape with fiery orange and yellow hues, reminiscent of a volcanic eruption or a dreamlike vision, featured in the SF Art Guide.

Artwork: Ariel Parkinson, George’s Wife, 1980. Oil on Masonite, 34 x 36 in. *Courtesy of House of Seiko

House of Seiko

Fri, Jan. 10th 5-8PM

House of Seiko presents “Ariel: Part Two,” an exhibition of rarely seen works by visionary Bay Area artist Ariel Reynolds Parkinson (1926–2017), organized by Zully Adler. The show highlights Ariel’s surreal, whimsical, and bio-classical art that bridges storytelling, nature, and the countercultural movements of her era. (Jan. 11th – 26th)

Abstract mixed-media artwork titled "Journey Home" by Rachel Tirosh showcasing a vibrant composition of layered textures, bold colors, and dynamic shapes, featured in the SF Art Guide.

Artwork: Rachel Tirosh, Journey Home, 2023. Mixed Media on Canvas, 12 x 12 in. *Courtesy of Metal Haus Gallery

Metal Haus Gallery

Fri, Jan. 10th 5-8PM

Metal Haus Gallery presents “Abstractions,” a group exhibition celebrating the diversity and freedom of abstract art through shapes, colors, and non-representational techniques. Explore artworks that challenge perceptions and evoke emotions, offering a fresh perspective on visual expression. (Jan. 10th – Feb. 28th)

A hanging art installation by Sara Corbett and Aaron Haldiman featuring swirling blue waves, cloud motifs, and raindrops, symbolizing the water cycle and interconnectedness of life, featured in the SF Art Guide.

*Photo courtesy of Manny’s

Manny’s

Fri, Jan. 10th 6-8PM

Join Manny’s for their January Art Show with Sara Corbett and Aaron Haldiman, featuring artwork inspired by their design of 200 Channels, a San Francisco performance venue. The exhibit highlights regenerative culture, interconnectedness, and sustainable materials like reclaimed wood, HempWood, and plant-based resin.

Saturday, Jan. 11th

Promotional poster for Mission Vibrant Art Walk at Sirron Norris Studio and Gallery in San Francisco, featured in the SF Art Guide.

*Poster courtesy of Mission Vibrant

Mission Vibrant Art Walk

Sat, Jan. 11th 2-4PM

Join the Mission Vibrant Art Walk starting at Sirron Norris Studio, for a guided tour of his artwork and murals in the Mission. Led by artist and curator Yam Yam, this event offers a unique chance to explore Norris’s vibrant contributions to public art and the local community. *Free RSVP for Guided Tour Only

Sophia Green's "Adding Up To Equality," acrylic painting with bold black and white shapes intersecting over a background of text and brushstrokes, creating a sense of tension and contrast, featured in the SF Art Guide.

Artwork: Sophia Green, Adding Up To Equality. Acrylic, 20 x 20 x 1.25 in. *Courtesy of SFWA Artists Gallery

SFWA Artists Gallery

Sat, Jan. 11th 2-4PM

SFWA Artists Gallery presents their January exhibition “Facing Forward,” juried by Debra Reabock. Join the Artist Salon reception to meet the artists, enjoy the art, and experience refreshments and music.

A large-scale mural by Kota Ezawa at Fort Mason Center for Arts & Culture, depicting the Cowell Theater facade with detailed illustrations of parked cars, a scaffolding structure, and a suspended boat against a blue sky, featured in the SF Art Guide.

Artwork: Kota Ezawa. *Courtesy of Fort Mason Center for Arts & Culture

Fort Mason Center for Arts & Culture x SFMOMA

Sat, Jan. 11th 2-5PM

Fort Mason Center for Arts & Culture and SFMOMA present Kota Ezawa’s “Here and There — Now and Then,” a site-specific exhibition exploring San Francisco’s collective memory through immersive art, historical narratives, and contemporary practices. Featuring works like Alcatraz Is an Idea and Grand Princess, the show examines themes of resistance, remembrance, and transformation at Gallery 308 with free admission. (Jan. 11th – Mar. 9th)

Detail of M. Louise Stanley's "The Grand Tour, Rome," painting depicting a group of tourists sits and stands around a historic fountain in a European square under a bright sky, featured in the SF Art Guide.

Artwork: M. Louise Stanley, The Grand Tour, Rome (detail), 2024. Acrylic, 34 x 44 in. *Courtesy of Anglim Trimble

Anglim Trimble

Sat, Jan. 11th 4-6PM

Anglim Trimble Gallery presents “The Grand Tour by M. Louise Stanley,” a solo exhibition featuring works inspired by over 40 years of sketching and studying European art history. With humor and wit, Stanley’s paintings explore mythology, religion, and modernity, blending historical narrative with sharp social commentary.

Julie Heffernan's "Spill (Laocoon)," a surreal painting of a woman interacting with a fantastical, biomorphic tree bursting with vibrant colors and intricate details, featured in the SF Art Guide.

Artwork: Julie Heffernan, Spill (Laocoon), 2024. Oil on Canvas, 72 x 68 in. *Courtesy of Catharine Clark Gallery

Catharine Clark Gallery

Sat, Jan. 11th 4-6PM

Join Catharine Clark Gallery for “Whether You Fly: An Ekphrastic Poetry Project,” featuring live poetry readings by celebrated Bay Area poets in response to Julie Heffernan’s exhibition “Whether You Fall.” Curated by Annice Jacoby and Maw Shein Win, the event offers a unique opportunity to experience poetic interpretations of Heffernan’s artwork. *Tickets $5

Split artwork showcasing two distinct styles: on the left, Lisa Golightly's serene depiction of a lone figure in a boat on calm, misty waters; on the right, Kirstine Reiner Hansen's vibrant and textured abstract landscape with trees, warm tones, and dynamic brushwork, featured in the SF Art Guide.

Artwork: (left) Lisa Golightly, Quiet Lake, 2024. Acrylic on Aluminum Dibond Panel, 11.25 x 13.25 in. (right) Kirstine Reiner Hansen, Erasurescape No.6, 2024. Oil on Linen, 12 x 12 in. *Courtesy of Jack Fischer Gallery

Jack Fischer Gallery

Sat, Jan. 11th 4-6PM

Jack Fischer Gallery presents “Atmospheric Disruptions,” a two-person exhibition featuring Kirstine Reiner Hansen and Lisa Golightly. Through contrasting styles, Hansen’s surreal, emotionally charged portraits and Golightly’s intimate, nostalgic landscapes explore themes of familiarity and discomfort, drawing viewers into layered, evocative scenes. (Jan. 11th – Feb. 8th)

Dan Levenson's "Marilena Höneisen," a vibrant geometric artwork featuring concentric radiating lines in alternating red, black, and beige hues, creating a hypnotic spiral pattern, featured in the SF Art Guide.

Artwork: Dan Levenson, Marilena Höneisen, 2024. Oil and Graphite on Linen, 33 x 47 in. *Courtesy of Municipal Bonds

Municipal Bonds

Sat, Jan. 11th 4-6PM

Municipal Bonds presents “Artifacts from the SKZ,” a solo exhibition by Los Angeles-based artist Dan Levenson. Through paintings, sculptures, and works on paper, Levenson imagines artifacts from a fictional modernist art academy, blending geometry, precision, and pedagogy to explore the relationship between art and education. (Jan. 11th – Mar. 1st)

Exhibition poster for "NonFiction" exhibition at Method Made SF in The Drawing Room, San Francisco, featured in the SF Art Guide.

*Poster courtesy of Method Made SF

Method Made SF @ The Drawing Room

Sat, Jan. 11th 4-9PM

Method Made presents “NonFiction,” a collaborative show featuring the works of Akira Beard and Faring Purth, two artists whose shared journeys and creative legacies span over a decade. This exhibition celebrates their long-awaited partnership, showcasing their profound connection and impactful artistry.

Side-by-side view of two artworks: on the left, a textured textile piece by Kira Dominguez Hultgren featuring layered woven materials in earthy tones with frayed edges; on the right, a luminous oil painting by Janet Jacobs, depicting a serene natural scene bathed in soft yellow and green hues. Both works are part of exhibitions at Eleanor Harwood Gallery in San Francisco, featured in the SF Art Guide.

Artwork: (left) Kira Dominguez Hultgren. (right) Janet Jacobs, Through Light. Oil on Panel, 36 x 48 in. *Courtesy of Eleanor Harwood Gallery

Eleanor Harwood Gallery

Sat, Jan. 11th 5-7PM

Eleanor Harwood Gallery features two captivating exhibitions: Kira Dominguez Hultgren’s “Our Daily Parenthetical” delves into identity and race through intricate textile works, while Janet Jacobs’ “Into The Light” evokes serenity with luminous landscapes and a deep connection to nature. (Jan. 11th – Feb. 22nd)

A surreal illustration by Felicia Chiao of a figure peeling layered faces in a whimsical bathroom with plants and quirky details, featured in the SF Art Guide.

Artwork: Felicia Chiao. *Courtesy of Spoke Art Gallery

Spoke Art Gallery

Sat, Jan. 11th 5-7PM

Spoke Art Gallery presents “The Moleskine Project XII,” a group exhibition featuring over 70 artists transforming sketchbook pages into captivating works of art. Exhibition is on view at 1275 Minnesota St, San Francisco, CA 94107. (Jan. 11th – 25th)

Minami Oya's "Gravitational Portal," an abstract still life of a dark, hourglass-shaped vase with multiple spheres resting on and around it, creating a sense of balance and tension, featured in the SF Art Guide.

Artwork: Minami Oya, Gravitational Portal, 2023. Glass, 11.25 x 14.5 x 14.5 in. *Courtesy of Tint Gallery

Tint Gallery

Sat, Jan. 11th 5-7PM

Join Tint Gallery for the third annual “Retrospective: In a New Light,” showcasing a curated selection of works from their 2024 exhibitions. Discover new artists, revisit favorites, and experience the works in a fresh context. (Jan. 11th – Mar. 2nd)

Raven Chacon's "Compass," an abstract diagram with interconnected circles and symbols, suggesting a complex system or network, featured in the SF Art Guide.

Artwork: Raven Chacon, Compass, 2021. Score. *Courtesy of the Artist

/ (Slash)

Sat, Jan. 11th 5-8PM

/ (Slash) presents “The Blinding Light,” a group exhibition curated by Diego Villalobos, showcasing works by seven artists that blur fiction and reality while challenging historical and political narratives. Concurrently, in /room/, Katie Revilla’s installation “You Are a Paradise Enclosed” explores healing and family history through sculpture, ephemera, and sound. Both exhibitions invite viewers to slow down, reflect, and engage with alternative ways of thinking, offering a unique and thought-provoking experience. (Jan. 11th – Apr. 19th)

Promotional poster for Alvar Jacomet's "Ripples & Ruptures" exhibition at Hôtel Biron in San Francisco, featured in the SF Art Guide.

*Poster courtesy of Hôtel Biron

Hôtel Biron Wine Bar & Gallery

Sat, Jan. 11th 7PM-12AM

Join Hôtel Biron for the “Ripples & Ruptures” art show, featuring Alvar Jacomet’s captivating artwork. The event includes a raffle benefiting the artist, with prizes like wine, classes, and artwork.

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