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A huge thank you to everyone who joined us for the 34th Annual Bolinas Museum Benefit Party & Live Auction! We loved bringing our community together for an evening of art, friends, good food, and celebration in support of Bolinas Museum.

We’re grateful to the participating artists and experience donors whose contributions made the auction possible, to our event co-chairs Moses Berkson and Scott Trattner, and to Chris and John Borg for generously hosting us at Borg Barn. Special thanks to Mark Buell for leading the live auction, and to our wonderful board, staff, and volunteers for all the hard work that went into bringing the evening to life.

Thank you to chef Leif Hedendal (@leifhedendal) and his team for a wonderful feast, and to Fort Point Beer (@fortpointbeer), St. Hildie’s (@drinkahildie), Idell Family Vineyards, and Marine Layer Wines (@marinelayerwines) for providing the evening’s drinks, and Sally Robertson, Sirima Sataman & Lauren Pirritano for the beautiful floral arrangements. Most of all, thank you to everyone who attended, bid on artwork, and raised their paddles in support of the museum. Your generosity helps fund our exhibitions, programs, and collections, keeping Bolinas Museum free and open to all.

We’re so grateful for the people who make this museum and its community so special. Thank you for being part of it!

And hope to see you at the museum next Saturday, October 31 at 12 PM for the opening celebration of 𝘗𝘢𝘶𝘭 𝘏𝘢𝘳𝘳𝘪𝘴: 𝘛𝘩𝘦 𝘉𝘰𝘺 𝘚𝘦𝘸𝘴 𝘓𝘪𝘬𝘦 𝘈𝘯 𝘈𝘯𝘨𝘦𝘭.

Photos by @waubi_saubi ❤️

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The official grand opening of our new café, gallery and retail location is happening on Wednesday October 21st from 3pm-7pm.

Located at 992 Market in San Francisco, Café con Leche is our hub for coffee, drinks, music, culture, and good vibes. If you’re in the neighborhood, stop by! Don’t miss the ribbon cutting on Wednesday at 3pm.

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⚡𝗕𝗼𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗮𝘀 𝗠𝘂𝘀𝗲𝘂𝗺’𝘀 𝟯𝟰𝘁𝗵 𝗔𝗻𝗻𝘂𝗮𝗹 𝗕𝗲𝗻𝗲𝗳𝗶𝘁 𝗔𝗿𝘁 𝗔𝘂𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗢𝗽𝗲𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗖𝗲𝗹𝗲𝗯𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗶𝘀 𝗧𝗢𝗠𝗢𝗥𝗥𝗢𝗪, 𝗦𝗨𝗡𝗗𝗔𝗬, 𝗢𝗰𝘁𝗼𝗯𝗲𝗿 𝟰, 𝟯–𝟲𝗣𝗠!⚡

📅 Join us at the museum for a first look at more than 50 works by artists from Bolinas, the Bay Area, and beyond. This year, 𝗯𝗶𝗱𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘄𝗶𝗹𝗹 𝗯𝗲 𝗶𝗻 𝗽𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗼𝗻 𝗼𝗻𝗹𝘆, bringing back the analog thrill of gathering around the artwork and placing your bids on paper. Pre-register via link in bio.

𝗗𝗿𝗲𝘄 𝗕𝗲𝗻𝗻𝗲𝘁𝘁 (@iamdrewbennett)
In 𝘏𝘰𝘵 𝘛𝘶𝘣 𝘋𝘳𝘪𝘻𝘻𝘭𝘦, Bennett places the viewer in the position of the bather, looking into a man-made body of water. A single drop recoils from the surface, freezing a fleeting moment, while reflective glass distorts a distant figure. Water, one of the recurring subjects of Bennett’s practice, becomes a way to explore stillness, vulnerability, and our relationship to the natural world.

𝗝𝘂𝗱 𝗕𝗲𝗿𝗴𝗲𝗿𝗼𝗻 (@judbergeron)
In 𝘗𝘢𝘪𝘯𝘵𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘪𝘴 𝘌𝘢𝘴𝘺 #2, Bergeron stacks translucent shapes to create a shifting sense of depth. Ink, graphite, and silver leaf come together in a work directly influenced by the patina process used in bronze sculpture, connecting his painting practice to his longstanding engagement with sculpture and material.

𝗟𝗲𝗼 𝗕𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗮𝗺𝗶𝗻𝗮 (@leob50)
Based on Bersamina’s explorations of the Northern California coast, 𝘛𝘩𝘦 𝘛𝘪𝘥𝘦 𝘪𝘴 𝘓𝘰𝘸 conveys the warmth and beauty he associates with his birthplace. Glazed layers of acrylic create an image that shifts between optical and emotional experience, inviting the viewer to linger in the atmosphere of the coast

𝗣𝗲𝗴𝗮𝗻 𝗕𝗿𝗼𝗼𝗸𝗲
Part of Brooke’s 𝘔𝘐𝘚𝘛 series, 𝘜𝘯𝘵𝘪𝘵𝘭𝘦𝘥 continues her longstanding exploration of light falling on water. The painting considers the interplay of absence and presence, using shifting light and atmosphere to create a space for stillness and contemplation

𝗠𝗮𝘀𝗼𝗻 𝗕𝗼𝗻𝗱𝗶 (@bowenbondi)
𝘚𝘵𝘢𝘯𝘥𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘍𝘪𝘨𝘶𝘳𝘦 is part of Bondi’s ongoing exploration of the figure within domestic scenes. Working in oil paint, Bondi abstracts the human form while keeping it recognizable, considering

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Gene Friend Recreation Center is now open!

The recreation center’s public art program contains 13 permanent works of art, including 12 purchased two-dimensional artworks on display along the building’s interior corridors and one commissioned, large-scale, and architecturally integrated artwork located in the gymnasium that honors well-known local leaders, veterans, elders, immigrants, and youth.

Gene Friend Rec Center’s public art program was made possible through the Arts Commission’s 2%-for-Art Program.

Works include a new site-specific commissioned work is titled Barrio Fiesta, by artist Cece Caprio and the two-dimensional artwork program includes works by 12 Bay Area-based artists: Mel Vera Cruz, Cherisse Alcantara, Rina Ayuyang, ChiChai Mateo, Kimberley Arteche, Johanna Poethig, Favianna Rodriguez, Jerome Reyes, Cristine Blanco, Leo Bersamina, Charlene Tan, and Kija Lucas.

Learn more about the works and read the full press release at sf.gov/artscommission or see the link in our bio.

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A beautiful day of inspiring art, music, dance, and community! Oh, and basketball! (cheggout my all-star moves) I’m honored to have my art permanently installed in the halls of such a storied space in the heart of SF. Very grateful to be next to the works of such exciting and talented artists, and under the watchful eye of @cececarpio’s powerful mural capturing the enduring strength and diversity in SOMA San Francisco. Thank you @sf_arts_commission and congrats to the Gene Friend Recreation Center community on this wonderful space to gather, empower, and create!

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The Arts Commission and Rec and Park are proud to present ‘Barrio Fiesta’ by Cece Carpio at the newly rebuilt Gene Friend Recreation Center.

Located at 77 Harriet Street in the heart of the SoMa Pilipinas Filipino Cultural Heritage District, SoMa’s only indoor recreation facility is now more than 50% larger at nearly 25,000 square feet to serve children, seniors, families, and adaptive athletes.

The artwork that sits at the center of the gymnasium, takes its name from a beloved Filipino cultural tradition, a festival that brings people together through dance, music, colorful parades, and a shared feast. Carpio brings that same spirit to the gymnasium wall, weaving portraits of well-known local leaders alongside everyday heroes: veterans, elders, immigrants, and youth who make up the fabric of SoMa.

See more of the artwork at the link in our bio.

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Tomorrow, August 13, we will be celebrating community, culture, and the opening of the new Gene Friend Recreation Center, located at 77 Harriet Street starting at 11:30 a.m.!

We are also excited to unveil new permanent public artworks including 12 purchased two-dimensional works by Bay Area-based artists and a new commissioned artwork by artist Cece Carpio titled ‘Barrio Fiesta.’

To celebrate, here is a sneak peek at this new work of art that will become part of San Francisco’s Civic Art Collection.

‘Barrio Fiesta’ takes its name from a beloved Filipino cultural tradition, a festival that brings people together through dance, music, colorful parades, and a shared feast. Carpio brings that same spirit to the gymnasium wall, weaving portraits of well-known local leaders alongside everyday heroes: veterans, elders, immigrants, and youth who make up the fabric of SoMa.

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Calling all Artists! This class is for you, learned about the legal aspect of being an artist, such as shipping your work, copyright, how to set up a show,#diablovalleycollege #dvcartgallery #diablovalleycollegearts media marketing and so much more. This is a hands-on class that will get you behind the scenes exposure to galleries museums and give experience as you work your way through the art world with Artist, Kelly O’Leary. This class is only held once a year. It’s a rare opportunity for those who are serious about pursuing any type of career in the fine arts. check us out at dvc.edu.

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🚨 ART ALERT 🚨

Wednesday 5-8pm 43rd & Lawton
Art, Music & Food

Closing reception

We Are No Different
A Golden Gate Mixed Tape

@leob50
@johnbucklin
@jessicadunnepaint
@terry_hoff
@llabianca

Music Tim & Nelson @therustangs

Food @rustyladlesf

#outersunset #oceanbeach #landsend #goldengate #goldengatepark #bayareagalleries #bayareaartist #sanfranciscoart #coastalart

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Closing Reception
Wednesday, July 15, 5-8pm

Art, talk, experience, connect, drinks, and bites from @rustyladlesf

We Are No Different
A Golden Gate Mixtape

@leob50
@johnbucklin
@jessicadunnepaint
@terry_hoff
@llabianca

A huge thank you to everyone who has come through and taken in the work and connected to it. We are grateful for all the support of these artists and the gallery.

#coastalart #bayareaart #oceanart #sanfrancisco #bayareaartist #oceanbeach #greathighway #thegreathighway #landend #goldengatepark #sunsetdunes #outersunset

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I'm way out west a few blocks from the beach to see this wonderful group show @thegreathighway What do the participating artists have in common? A shared love and reverence for the ocean, the coast, and of course all who live along them. 🌊 It's like a different world far far away. #greathighwaygallery

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The Gallery is welcoming a guest sitter Wednesday, June 17th noon - 6pm

Stop by and say hello.

@natashaboas

Natasha Boas Ph.D

A French-American contemporary art curator, writer, and critic. She has taught art history and curatorial studies at Yale, Stanford, and the San Francisco Art Institute. she is an expert in the art of California countercultures, the modernist avant-garde, surrealist women artists, the Mission School, Surf and Street Art.

📸 of Natasha Sitting on @tiffanyshlain “Swing State” @dirosaart

#outersunset #bayareaart #sanfranciscoart

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