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SUMMARY:Hardy Hanson: IN THE SPRING
DESCRIPTION:Hardy Hanson: IN THE SPRING\nOpening reception: January 23\, 5-7 p.m.\nOn view through March 31\, 2026\, at Michelle Thomas Fine Art Gallery + Studio \nHardy Hanson worked passionately and prolifically for 55 years\, painting\, sculpting\, printmaking\, and teaching art\, often simultaneously. He found a positive synergism working on all at once\, and many pieces took several years to complete. This “grasshopper” approach allowed for one medium to influence another\, resolving artistic dilemmas. \nDuring the 1970s\, Hanson focused primarily on creating detailed sculptural works using repeated\, unorthodox materials. Small yet powerful\, these sculptures produce simultaneous feelings of fascination and aversion\, an uneasy tension. Hardy said he chose “micro elements to address macro themes\,” manipulating order to reveal the underlying chaos and darker side of human nature. \nHis sly titles were intellectual keys to engaging and expanding viewers’ perceptions. Towards the end of his life\, Hardy explored more existential questions\, shifting his focus from the world around him to the world within. His lifelong interest in the interactions of painted fragments culminated in this series of beautiful paintings. \nDense drifts of pointillist dots create illusory volumes of light and space\, a visual ebb and flow\, expressing the mysterious connection we have with our infinite cosmos. He titled these paintings his “Meditations” series. \nABOUT THE ARTIST: HARDY HANSON\nFebruary 16\, 1935–January 25\, 2012 \nHardy Hanson was born and raised in Long Beach\, California\, and was educated at Long Beach City College\, University of California\, Los Angeles\, and Yale University\, where he studied under Josef Albers. He went on to teach at San Fernando Valley Junior College\, California State University\, Northridge\, UCLA\, University of Southern California\, and finally\, as Professor of Art Emeritus at Porter College\, University of California\, Santa Cruz\, for 29 years. He was a core member of the UCSC Art Department. \nWhen not in his studio\, Hanson’s artistic expression took its most powerful and enduring form in the four-acre terraced garden surrounding the home he and his wife\, Ruth\, built in Santa Cruz in 1971. He sculpted the hillsides with re-purposed broken concrete\, creating terraced orchards\, vegetable and rose gardens\, no less intricate than his meticulous art. The daily rhythms of nature suited his artistic habits. \nHanson’s work is included in the following permanent collections: \nColorado Springs Fine Art Center\nCrocker Art Museum\, Sacramento\nFresno Art Museum\nHirshhorn Museum\, Washington\, D.C.\nLong Beach Museum of Art\nLos Angeles County Museum of Art\nPalm Springs Desert Museum\, California\nThe Metropolitan Museum of Art\, New York\nMilwaukee Art Center\nNational Gallery of Australia\nSanta Barbara Museum of Art\nSan Diego Museum of Art \nCalendar – Bernal Heights and Beyond\nDISTANT EXISTENCE: Paintings by Samuel Kampelman Exhibition\nInclusions Gallery: Dreams in the City – Beata Kaczmarek\nBernal ConnectMike Doherty serves as Chief Experience Officer at Greening Projects\, a nonprofit organization dedicated to transforming underutilized urban spaces into vibrant green areas
URL:https://bernalconnect.com/event/hardy-hanson-in-the-spring/
LOCATION:Michelle Thomas Fine Art Gallery\, 40 29th Street\, San Francisco\, CA\, 94110\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art
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SUMMARY:Inclusions Gallery: Dreams in the City – Beata Kaczmarek
DESCRIPTION:Dreams in the City – Solo Exhibition by Beata Kaczmarek\nLocation: Inclusions Gallery \nAddress: 627 Cortland Avenue\, San Francisco\, CA 94110 \nExhibition Dates: Feb 7 – Mar 15 28\, 2024 \nGallery Hours: Tuesday – Sunday\, 12:00 PM – 6:00 PM (Closed Mondays) \nAbout the Event\nInclusions Gallery is proud to present “Dreams in the City\,” a solo exhibition featuring the evocative work of artist Beata Kaczmarek. \nThis collection explores the intersection of urban architecture and the subconscious mind. Through her unique lens\, Kaczmarek transforms the rigid structures of the cityscape into fluid\, dreamlike compositions. Using a mix of vibrant colors and atmospheric textures\, the artist invites viewers to see the city not just as a place of steel and concrete\, but as a space for memory\, reflection\, and imagination. \nFeatured Artist\nBeata Kaczmarek is known for her ability to capture the “soul” of urban environments. Her work often bridges the gap between reality and abstraction\, focusing on how light\, shadow\, and architectural lines influence our emotional connection to the places we inhabit. \nSpecial Reception\nOpening Reception: Saturday\, March 23\, 2024 | 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM \nJoin us for an evening of art and conversation. Meet the artist\, enjoy light refreshments\, and be the first to view this stunning new body of work. \nAdmission\nCost: Free and open to the public. \nContact & Further Information\nWebsite: www.inclusionsgallery.com \nPhone: (415) 817-1493 \nInstagram: @inclusionsgallery \nExperience the city through a different light. We look forward to seeing you there! \nDISTANT EXISTENCE: Paintings by Samuel Kampelman Exhibition\nBernal ConnectMike Doherty serves as Chief Experience Officer at Greening Projects\, a nonprofit organization dedicated to transforming underutilized urban spaces into vibrant green areas
URL:https://bernalconnect.com/event/inclusions-gallery-dreams-in-the-city-beata-kaczmarek/
LOCATION:Inclusions Gallery\, 627 Cortland Ave\, San Francisco\, CA\, 94110\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art
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SUMMARY:Friday Night Tastings Tequila Alderete
DESCRIPTION:Event Listing: Friday Night Highland Flight with Tequila Alderete\nLocation: SF Tequila Shop \nAddress: 801 Cortland Avenue\, San Francisco\, CA 94110 \nDate: Friday\, February 20\, 2026 \nTime: 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM \nExperience the Elegance of Los Altos\nKick off your weekend with a deep dive into the “Grand Cru” of tequila regions. We are thrilled to host Tequila Alderete for an evening dedicated to the bright\, floral\, and sophisticated spirits of the Jalisco Highlands. \nAlderete is a masterclass in terroir. By using estate-grown agave from high-elevation red clay soils\, they produce a spirit that is naturally sweeter and more complex than your average pour. Whether you prefer the crisp\, citrusy snap of a Blanco or the rich\, buttery finish of a long-aged Añejo\, this tasting will change how you view premium tequila. \nThe Tasting Lineup\nExplore the full evolution of the agave plant through Alderete’s core expressions: \nAlderete Blanco: Pure\, unaged agave. Notes of fresh citrus\, green pepper\, and a clean\, stony minerality. \nAlderete Reposado: Softened by oak. Expect whispers of vanilla and light honey\, with the agave front and center. \nAlderete Añejo: The pinnacle of the line. Deep\, sophisticated notes of toasted oak\, dried fruit\, and a silky-smooth finish. \nEvent Details\nFormat: Open-house style tasting. Drop in anytime between 5:00 PM and 8:00 PM. \nExpert Guidance: Brand ambassadors will be on-site to discuss the unique “Los Altos” production process and family history. \nSpecial Offer: Discounted pricing on all Alderete bottles purchased during the event! \nRequirements: 21+ only with a valid ID. \nAgave Tasting: The JVS Imports Portfolio\nThe Noble Spirit – Tequila 1975 Tasting\nLágrimas del Valle Tequila Tasting\nBernal ConnectMike Doherty serves as Chief Experience Officer at Greening Projects\, a nonprofit organization dedicated to transforming underutilized urban spaces into vibrant green areas
URL:https://bernalconnect.com/event/friday-night-tastings-tequila-alderete/
LOCATION:SF Tequila Shop\, 801 Cortland Avenue\, San Francisco\, CA\, 94110\, United States
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