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Ursula X. Young is Uplifting Other Women Artists in the Bay Area and Beyond
Historically, the art industry has valued the work of women artists less than that of male artists, despite being the subject matter of most work. Today, women artists are working to lift each other up. In an effort to inspire younger aspiring artists during Women’s History Month, I wanted to
SF’s First Lesbian-Owned Comic Book Shop Opens in the Mission
Leah Morrett is the owner of Sour Cherry Comics, a new queer-centric bookstore and community space in the Mission District that opened at 3187 16th St. earlier this month. “Sour cherries are not sweet, and that’s the point,” she tells me. “[The name’s] a little subversive, a little cutesy, and
The Love Letters Written to Alameda
For the month of February, we’ve all been able to enjoy the Alameda Love Letter mailboxes. We even learned more about the project from creator themselves. Recently, the mailboxes have been taken down and put into storage. But, I know we’re all curious.. what did some of the letters say?
The Secret Story Behind Alameda’s Love Letter Mailboxes
Early Saturday morning the 12th, I received an anonymous message on Facebook stating: “I saw your post on Alameda Peeps about your story on the red love letter mailboxes. I can get you in contact with the person who created these on the condition that they stay anonymous?” Attached was
Red Mailboxes Full of Love Letters Are Popping Up in Alameda
Editor’s Note: As of Sunday, Feb 11th 2024, the mailboxes are back in Alameda! After a short hiatus, the artist behind the adorable Love Letter mailboxes on Alameda let us know that the mailboxes are back this year and are in 5 locations. You can find them on Santa Clara
Oakland’s ‘Tiny’ Art Gallery Movement
If you’ve read my Troll Trail article, you know that I’m an art kid who loves anything that combines mischief and public art. When my neighbor snapped a photo of a small free little art gallery in Oakland, I had to go and see what it was all about. She
Oakland’s Strange & Delightful “Troll Trail”
Deep in Oakland, imaginative trolls await you along the Bridgeview Troll Trail bringing the fun of art and creativity back into your life. What started out as just a way to bring in some fun during the all-consuming sadness of 2020, has turned into a collective art project.
The Delicious Card: Rad Deals at 37 Bay Area Restaurants
I am extremely excited to announce the release of The Delicious Card! Delicious cardholders get awesome deals at over 30 of your favorite SF eateries! Membership is a great way to explore new places, support local businesses, and support local journalism.