Sarah Hotchkiss
Through September 13 - Something Completely Different at City Limits Gallery. For a gallery that usually focuses on a single artist or two at a time this is a veritable supernova of a group show, with 60 different artists represented. In keeping with the City Limits philosophy each artist was invited to submit a piece that differs from their customary practice, and the resulting works encompass a dizzying array of sculpture, painting, drawing, video, installation, and more. No previous knowledge of the artists is necessary to enjoy the show, and it's a really fun way to wrap up the summer (the traditional group show season) and maybe pick up a little something for your home collection too.
Through September 14 - Disruption at Yerba Buena Center for the Arts. The most exciting part of the current Bay Area Now 7 show at Yerba Buena might be the roster of public programs being held in conjunction with the exhibition, including this series of workshops curated by Bean Gilsdorf. On Saturday I attended Kristina Lee Podesva's hilarious and thought-provoking class "Learning SSL (Startups as a Second Language)" in which we participants sharpened our listening comprehension and translation skills. Remaining installments in the series include a clinic with Amanda Curreri exploring blauwe bloempjes (ie "bold-faced lies") and double zero's playful session with a seesaw.