San Francisco — Few figures are more beloved in San Francisco than Lawrence Ferlinghetti. The late poet, publisher, editor, essayist, critic, and bookseller might be best known to most people for his 1958 poetry collection Coney Island of the Mind, which has sold over a million copies — or for being arrested on obscenity charges for publishing Allen Ginsberg’s Howl, […]
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**Exploring the Intersection of Art and Medicine: Insights from BLOOM and Exposed** In a unique melding of art and medical history, Nao Bustamante’s traveling exhibition “BLOOM” and Wendy Kline’s book “Exposed: The Hidden History of the Pelvic Exam” offer a multifaceted view of the speculum’s controversial role in gynecology. Through Bustamante’s art and Kline’s historical narrative, they illuminate the evolution […]
**Keith Haring: The Artist and Activist** Keith Haring, celebrated for his iconic graffiti and pop art, is taking center stage in a new TV series based on Brad Gooch’s biography, “Radiant: The Life and Line of Keith Haring.” This upcoming show, produced by Working Title Television and the Keith Haring Foundation, will highlight Haring’s profound impact on both the art […]
“The Red House,” 2024 More than twenty years ago, in 1999, Scott Listfield experienced Stanley Kubrick’s 2001: A Space Odyssey for the first time, nestled in his compact studio apartment in Boston. Prior to that, he had spent two years living, studying, and traveling internationally, never fully discovering a sense of belonging. Yet, the film ignited something within Listfield, leading […]
At the outset, Kate MccGwire envisioned herself as a painter. This perspective shifted dramatically when she began her fine arts studies in 1995. During this period, she found herself increasingly drawn to what she identifies as the “physicality of sculpture,” preferring “unconventional, tactile materials” over traditional options like bronze, stone, and wood. Before long, she discovered what would characterize her […]
**BSA Weekly Image Gallery: September 14, 2025** The BSA (Brooklyn Street Art) Weekly Image Gallery returns with a new assortment of visually striking street art, showcasing the vibrant and dynamic creativity found on urban walls across the globe. For the week of September 14, 2025, the gallery offers a varied collection of artworks that capture the eclectic and ever-changing essence […]
**Inside the Candy Factory: Investigating the Importance of Cultural Currency Over Cash** In a realm where cash frequently reigns supreme, the idea of cultural currency emerges as an intriguing alternative that provides unique advantages and opportunities. Cultural currency, distinct from its financial equivalent, is a non-physical form of value based on communal practices, traditions, experiences, and relationships. It represents a […]
Title: Exploring Iconic Settings in the Assassin’s Creed Series The Assassin’s Creed series, developed by Ubisoft, is renowned for its richly detailed and immersive settings, transporting players to pivotal moments in history. Each installment in the series features its unique temporal and geographical landscape, making the environment an integral part of the story. Here are some of the most iconic […]
Dated August 12, 2025. For the artist based in Brooklyn, Sho Shibuya, there is nothing more fulfilling than existing in—and portraying—the here and now. Currently, like in times gone by, the present is tainted by both sorrow and elation, two opposing forces that Shibuya adeptly navigates in his work. This delicate balancing act proves to be remarkably effective, largely due […]