Sculptor Albert Dicruttalo Moves Beyond His Beasley Apprenticeship
The sculptor’s work reflects his interest in industry and nature but is informed in part by the art of his mentor and friend Bruce Beasley.
March 12, 2019
Alison OK Frost Paints Harsh Subjects as Gentle Watercolors
The Oakland artist catches viewers by surprise with her juxtaposition of media and subject matter.
February 07, 2019
Art Connects Cuisine and Culture at Dyafa
Reem Assil invites artist Chris Gazaleh to celebrate food and heritage on canvas at her restaurant Dyafa.
January 15, 2019
Celebrating the History of Contra Costa County’s Jewish Community
‘Pioneers to the Present’ exhibition shares unique stories and hosts special events.
January 14, 2019
Pro Arts Hosts Program to Uplift Sexual Assault Survivors
Choreographies of Disclosure seeks to empower queer and trans people who have experienced sexual violence.
January 11, 2019
Sculptor Andrew Miguel Fuller Creates Figurative and Nonfigurative Art
The Oakland artist takes urban detritus with a former life and makes it something anew through artistic detour.
January 03, 2019
Two Shows Explore Materials, Culture, and Identity
Naturalized American citizen artists show that, in the empire of art, people can have dual loyalties and resolve their cultural differences.
January 03, 2019
Johansson Projects Features Modernism That Pushes the Limit
Two exciting abstract painters—Alexander Kori Girard and Rachel Kaye—bring Loop Melody to the gallery.
December 13, 2018
Sculpturist Gina Telcocci Mimics Life Cycles in Her Art
The West Oakland artist resurrects materials from the natural world, turning them into intriguing new life forms.
December 10, 2018
BAM Hangs Abstractions by Harvey Quaytman
The New York abstract painter had a long, respected career of varied work, combining aspects of Constructivism, Abstract Expressionism, Minimalism, and Process Art.
November 29, 2018
