Anthony Holdsworth is a well-known San Francisco/Oakland artist who’s been commissioned to take part in an exhibition celebrating the 75th anniversary of the Golden Gate Bridge. SFMOMA Gallery will present a collection of tributes to this iconic structure in May. I had the good fortune of catching up with him as he embarked on the…
The Highland Games is about more than hefting poles and tossing hammers. It is the brilliant backdrop for a co-creative dance of artists and musicians each moving to their own rhythm. I am always moved by artists who want you to appreciate their vision and inspire you to feel the vibration that feeds their soul. While…
As we prepare for the 2010 show, take a look back at 2009 — Altered Barbie celebrates the most creative doll in history. Artists love her and find so many ways to give her new form and meaning. There’s even Barbie Poetry night coming up this month. It’s an ‘only in San Francisco’ experience that’s…
The 12th Annual Power to the Peaceful festival in Golden Gate Park landed on a somber day in San Francisco — the anniversary of the 9/11 terror attacks. But here it was all about unity and three days of believing we can build a better world. At a draw of 70,000, it is one of…
More than 10,000 people flocked to San Francisco for their chance in the spotlight this month. A sea of dreamers with tickets to audition brought their vocal talent, instruments, and a much needed supply of patience. By 5am, there wasn’t a parking space to be found outside AT&T Park as Hollywood hopefuls lined the pavement…
43 years after the summer of love, the Drum Circle is alive and well on San Francisco’s ‘Hippie Hill’. In Golden Gate Park near the Haight, it’s a scene right out of the 60’s when the mantra was good view, good vibes and good drugs. You can’t help but conjure up images of a Robert…
Postcards from SF 