My boyfriend and I had such a lovely date venturing into the city to experience the "Nick Dong: 11…read moreto 88" exhibit at the Yerba Buena Center for the Arts, and it was absolutely mesmerizing! From the moment we stepped into the gallery, I was completely captivated by Dong's unique and creative approach to art. The way he seamlessly integrates technology to create these beautiful, immersive, and interactive installations is truly innovative. What made it even more profound was the clear influence of Buddhist philosophy woven throughout the artwork. We were particularly drawn to the fascinating Buddhist-influenced exhibit. The glowing lotuses were ethereal and meditative, creating a serene and almost otherworldly atmosphere. And the rotating room with mirrors? Absolutely brilliant! It played with perception and perspective in such a thought-provoking way, inviting introspection and a sense of interconnectedness that resonated deeply with the Buddhist themes. The entire exhibit felt like a journey, prompting reflection and offering moments of genuine awe. My boyfriend and I couldn't stop taking photos and videos. We love art that's both visually stunning and intellectually stimulating, with a touch of spiritual depth, so we were very lucky to see this exhibit.

First off, the space is beautiful and the exhibitions I saw were fantastic. But the woman who…read morechecked me in the afternoon of 8/25 was bizarrely hostile, rude and strange. She needed to see a card of mine, so I gave it to her. Then she gave it back and said she needed to see the name. I turned it over and held it up and she kind of acted nonplussed. So I set it face up on the closed laptop and she freaked out. "Don't put that on my personal things." I was so shocked that I immediately apologized. But then she stayed cold, rude and strange. This opaque, humorless, poor communicator is a very bad choice to have a front facing person to the public. I felt shamed and vaguely humiliated that she seemed to be insinuating my trying to give her what she was asking for with the card was some grave offense. I would stay away from Yerba Buena unless you have a kink for being condescended to by someone who doesn't know how to deal with human beings.

After a visit next door at the Catharine Clark Gallery on the evening of Saturday, January 11,…read more2025, we rang the doorbell shortly before 5:30 PM to Hosfelt Gallery, hoping that they accept walk-ins. Entry was granted. We a walked up some flights of stairs and were welcomed with greetings when we arrived at the entry to the huge open space of adjoining rooms. The two warehouse-like spaces with white floors and walls were showcasing Anoka Faruqee & David Driscoll's Dark Rainbow and Bruce Conner's Wayfinding: Bruce Conner's Marker Drawings exhibitions. Each art piece was spaced out well and popped out. The brick walled hallway with hardwood floors that leads you to the very clean restroom also showcased some artwork with cool textures. This high-end gallery features eclectic collections with no stuffiness.

What's not to love? One of the surviving galleries smart enough to locate itself on Utah St. The…read morepeople followed. The gallery has a huge open space & an adjoining room large enough for guest speakers. The exposed brick, large grid windows & soaring ceiling really make you feel you're somewhere special. The prices at this show were for serious collectors, but all are welcome. Hosfelt also showcase emerging artists. I was lucky to be invited to an excellent works on paper exhibit featuring Lordy Rodriguez, & Russell Crotty, who gave a talk. I came away reassured the art world is still intact. As a former art major, that means a lot.

What a lovely little gem of a building that takes you back in time. 3-4 rooms filled with old town…read morememorabilia and historical sales and product from the sugar factory next door. It was free to get in, but gently asks for donations to help support. Lots one star from me as I would have really liked more description information on the different items. Otherwise you really are not sure what you are looking at :(

This was a fun stop and the whole reason I made a trip to Crockett…read more They have a wild miscellany of city history, industrial equipment, hobbyist work, and local flavor. I think I spent about 45 minutes wandering through the place, which is probably plenty unless you read everything. But I definitely recommend it for anyone who is into tiny museums - about 4-5 rooms that used to be a train station. Sadly, there's not that much that has that train station feel. But aside from that, if you've never seen a cream separator, punch card sorter, or a scale model of the National Cathedral (D.C.) and want to, this is your place. Staffed by friendly, knowledgeable docents who take pride in Crockett's history.

Art Engine is a sleek new gallery space running along Mission street between 6th & 7th. The space…read moreitself is a modern blend of industrial chic meets a hint of New York style. Very well-curated, the large gallery features both up & coming and more established artists in the genres of painting, photography and mixed media. Openings here attract an interesting blend of serious art patrons, beautiful people and the curious passer-by. Check out the website for info on current shows and upcoming openings. http://www.artenginegalleries.com

Great space, nice people and just about every show I've seen there I've really loved. The work they…read moreexhibit is a great mix of conceptual and accessible, I've yet to be disappointed. My only complaint is that the hours are limited and sometimes the posted hours are not honored, having said that, if you call the "by appointment" number you will get a real person and a prompt appointment.

Love this place. It is highly recommended for all this who can appreciate wonderful art.read more

Really cool little space in a beautiful neighborhood with tons of cute places around to eat, drink…read moreat window shop. Banksy exhibit is up now, through July. Excited to see what they have up next! You can see the exhibit even when they are closed, through the window.

I came during the Free Summer Weekend. The staff at the front desk and inside the museum were…read morefriendly and welcoming. The museum is small but had interesting exhibits. One of my favorites were the stop-motion quilts by Greg Climer. To be honest, I'm not sure if it's worth the full admission price given the size of the museum, so be on the lookout for free admission days!

While this museum is small - it's always very interesting. A lot of interesting and eclectic…read moreexhibits. The gift shop is amazing - I could go crazy here!

This museum offers free admission, and not all exhibits were accessible this past Sunday during the…read morelast hour before closing. We were captivated by the enchanting garden grotto display on ground level when we entered, complete with water features and magical scenery. And we checked out a small collection of artworks downstairs. But the upper level is the main floor for the museum. We wandered through multiple rooms, exploring the permanent collection of murals and sculptures. I found some of the simpler images of nature most appealing, like Ocean (2001) by Rayah Shen. But the current exhibit, "Estrangement: Challenging the Myth of Mankind's Separation from Nature" by Erik Hunter, was interesting too, blurring the boundaries between humanity and earth. The most intriguing piece for me, among the various paintings on display and for sale, was Crown of Thorns (oil and acrylic on canvas). It takes no more than an hour to view the entire art gallery, much less if some exhibits are closed.

I visited once years ago ..I got back to return today ..it's a nice building ..classical ..Persian…read moreexhibit today ..nice gift shop ..rock soap...nice gallery to spend time in ..near market

They say art is timeless but there is only one week left until May 3 to see the KAWS art exhibit in…read moreSF. Some art I enjoy has a message or a cause. Some art remain static which are displayed only on building walls and some are art statues which are frozen like a mannequin. Then they are performative artist promoting and selling you a vibe or brand on my social media feed. There is a place where you can get art to wear art on a T-shirt or hat and you can show off the art in public with a tote bag. You can also learn about art with a book and also get art replicas you can put on your coffee table. This place is located inside SOMA of San Francisco and it's called the SF MOMA Museum Store. On an art crawl also known as a Spring stroll in SOMA past the Yerba Buena Gardens I landed on 3rd street in SF. Before walking in and walking out the KAWS exhibit at SF MOMA there is a museum store that has something for almost anybody. You will find it before entering and exiting the SF MOMA. Once inside you will feel it's part gift shop and part bookstore. You will see hella games and puzzles along with toys. There are some interesting books available for sale. You can show off some art by getting some art you can wear with a hat. Give the gift art by getting a gift with art from SF MOMA Museum store. Art displays are visual and still alive and I do "see them"displayed at the store SF MOMA "Museum" art is still alive around the world you can even see art for the dead at the "mausoleum" in the city you will see Emperors wearing no clothes stationed in the Legion of Honor but not at the "Oakland Coliseum" Some art they try to ban and "prohibit" and art is a lifestyle and some people do "live it"and now you can buy art piece and share it as a gift you can "give it" and where you can go to shop is located at the SF MOMA Museum before and after the KAWS art "exhibit"

Service was great, the person at the ticket counter let us know about the discount we would get if…read morewe brought our ticket stubs back the next time we were there, I forgot her name, but she was pleasant. The Teen and I were there to see the KAWS Exhibit and it didn't disappoint, very creative from every perspective. Since we visited other floors before on our previous visits, the special exhibits are always worth the fee. The selection of art has something from various artists & mediums, that my opinion is always appealing to the eye and leaves me inspired to go home and paint. As an art lover, and an artist myself, it's always a value and I always experience something new even though I've been there plenty of times. Of course I'll be back: Matisse's Femme au chapeau: A Modern Scandal.