The Bay Area’s “Chairman of the Hoard,” sculptor Nemo Gould, has a solo show opening this weekend titled “Defense Mechanisms” in Oakland. The whimsy within each sculpture is rivaled only by the deep meaning behind many of his pieces, as well as the exhibition’s ability to highlight Nemo’s sculptural expertise.

I’ve volunteered extensively with ArtSpan for several years. I was the Co-chair of the Open Studios Committee for a bit and even helped develop the Mentor Team, where artists who have experience with open studios offer up their knowledge to people just getting into the game.

Last week, on the West End of Alameda, a full coven of witches gathered for the third annual WITCHFEST hosted by Feathered Outlaw. This unique gathering brought together more than 30 independent vendors specializing in magical products, as well as a diverse array of holistic and mystical practitioners, all drawing

BY LAUREN PARKER Ben Bernthal would like to write a poem for you. You just have to pick three words.  “A lot of people don’t know they like poetry,” Bernthal says, now based in San Francisco and a regular presence near the Ferry Building and in the Mission. Set up

Vivvyanne ForeverMORE, also known as Vivvy, is an inspiring drag performer who embodies the essence of authenticity, glittering glamour and bold self-expression. Her radiant personality brightens the lives of those around them, and they serve as a shining example for individuals who want to embrace their true selves and dance

SF artist Rachel Znerold has been painting in the Mission for 15 years, her art seeks to encourages people to think more deeply about their connection to Mother Nature and to one another.

Do you ever find yourself wondering what the potential discriminatory outcomes of AI technology in the judicial system are for people of African decent? Raissa Simpson, the Artistic Director of PUSH Dance Company thinks about it a lot. Dangers have already arisen with AI regarding inevitable biases that endanger members

If you managed to make it to the de Young Open you might have spied Lauren Jade Szabo’s painting, To Make an End is to Make a Beginning ( I Paint Therefore I Am). This hardworking artist shows all over the Bay Area and beyond. Bright colors painted on canvas