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News Briefs: B.A.R.'s Besties voting is now underway

August 9, 2022

Voting is open for the Bay Area Reporter's readers' poll known as the Besties.

George Platt Lynes' 'Daring Eye'- new biography on pioneering gay photographer

by Robert Brokl
Aug 9, 2022

Allen Ellenzweig's important new book, "George Platt Lynes: the Daring Eye," reveals far more about the gay photographer and his times, nearly seven decades since his untimely death.

'Smahtguy' - Eric Orner's new book about Barney Frank

by Jim Provenzano
Jun 28, 2022

Fans of Eric Orner's popular syndicated comic, "The Mostly Unfabulous Life of Ethan Green" will be happy to know that after several years of work, Orner's new book is out, a graphic novel based on the life of his former boss, Barney Frank.

Chloe Sherman's 'Renegades' - photo exhibit documents SF's '90s lesbian scene

by Heather Cassell
Jun 14, 2022

Queer fine art photographer Chloe Sherman's new exhibit "Renegade San Francisco: the 1990s," opening June 17 at Schlomer Haus Gallery, dives into the pats heyday of the local women's nightlife and social scenes.

SF supe Mandelman opens Pride Month with art exhibit

by Eric Burkett
Jun 2, 2022

At least a few dozen people were crammed into gay District 8 Supervisor Rafael Mandelman's second floor City Hall offices in the late afternoon June 1 for rainbow cake and a display of art by six San Francisco LGBTQ artists.

Irish Ayes 'Out In The World: Ireland's LGBTQ+ Diaspora'

by Brian Bromberger
May 24, 2022

By explaining the lives of Irish LGBTQ people abroad and contributions of those who returned, 'Out In The World: Ireland's LGBTQ+ Diaspora,' now at the GLBTHS Museum, can help us understand how Ireland became such a welcoming place for Irish queer folk.

Illustrated man: gay artist and writer Dan Crowley

by Gregg Shapiro
May 10, 2022

Chicago-based gay visual artist Dan Crowley is a creative person with a considerable adult following. With his first book, 'Danny, Growing Up Gay & Creative,' Crowley enters the world of all-ages books.

Gran Fury's glory: Jack Lowery discusses his book, 'It Was Vulgar & It Was Beautiful: How AIDS Activists Used Art to Fight a Pandemic'

by Jim Provenzano
May 3, 2022

In 'It Was Vulgar & It Was Beautiful: How AIDS Activists Used Art to Fight a Pandemic,' author Jack Lowery fully explores the history of Gran Fury, the ACT UP activist-artist collective that cleverly incorporated advertising styled messaging.

The art of Ajuan Mance at the Cartoon Museum

by Laura Moreno
Apr 26, 2022

Opening April 30 and running until August 7, San Francisco's Cartoon Art Museum presents the art of Ajuan Mance as part of its ongoing Emerging Artist Showcase. The Mills College professor is known for her vibrant portrait series, '1001 Black Men.'

Shipyard styles; Bob Mizer inspires

by Jim Provenzano
Apr 26, 2022

In continuing our particularly queer art exhibit coverage, two opportunities in almost opposite ends of town might interest you.

Paul Gallo's 'Coloring Extravaganza of Healing'

by David-Elijah Nahmod
Apr 5, 2022

In his creative coloring book, artist Paul Gallo presents images he has drawn from his childhood to the present day. Most of the images are drawings of people dressed in a wide array of styles.

Marvelous Muppets: 'The Jim Henson Exhibition: Imagination Unlimited' at the Contemporary Jewish Museum

by Jim Provenzano
Apr 4, 2022

The Jim Henson Exhibition: Imagination Unlimited, currently showing at the Contemporary Jewish Museum through August 14, brings joy and visual delight to fans of all ages.

Best Modern Art Museums in The World for Students

by Advertising Department -- Sponsored content
Mar 21, 2022

Modern art is one of the best ways to introduce students to how art can be used to voice people's problems and concerns. It shows how art can invoke certain thoughts and feelings in us.

Going Out, Homing's In, March 11-18, 2022

by Jim Provenzano
Mar 10, 2022

Arts and nightlife events march into our schedule with energy and anticipation. Museums, galleries, theater, music and more await your attendance. Note the several music concerts and arts events with proceeds benefiting Ukraine refugees.

L'art dans l'air - 'Imagine Picasso' at The Armory

by Jim Provenzano
Feb 15, 2022

'Imagine Picasso,' the latest immersive art installation, is now at the San Francisco Armory. But do these spectacles actually bring viewers closer to the art, or just provide a computer-assisted form of entertainment?

Arts & Culture :: Art

News Briefs: B.A.R.'s Besties voting is now underway

George Platt Lynes' 'Daring Eye'- new biography on pioneering gay photographer

'Smahtguy' - Eric Orner's new book about Barney Frank

Chloe Sherman's 'Renegades' - photo exhibit documents SF's '90s lesbian scene

SF supe Mandelman opens Pride Month with art exhibit

Irish Ayes 'Out In The World: Ireland's LGBTQ+ Diaspora'

Illustrated man: gay artist and writer Dan Crowley

Gran Fury's glory: Jack Lowery discusses his book, 'It Was Vulgar & It Was Beautiful: How AIDS Activists Used Art to Fight a Pandemic'

The art of Ajuan Mance at the Cartoon Museum

Shipyard styles; Bob Mizer inspires

Paul Gallo's 'Coloring Extravaganza of Healing'

Marvelous Muppets: 'The Jim Henson Exhibition: Imagination Unlimited' at the Contemporary Jewish Museum

Best Modern Art Museums in The World for Students

Going Out, Homing's In, March 11-18, 2022

L'art dans l'air - 'Imagine Picasso' at The Armory

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