Fall Open Studios @ 1890 Bryant
About this Event
Celebrate Art by Humans!
Art and independent artists have never been more important or more challenged — but the artists at 1890 Bryant strive to be examples of San Francisco’s resilience and constant reinvention.
The 1890 Bryant building hosts three floors of artist studios featuring seasoned artists and makers whose work has been awarded and exhibited around the world, and a dynamic community of emerging newcomers.
Visit us during ArtSpan's Open Studios weekend and see why neighbors, friends, and collectors return again and again to meet the artists, to see demonstrations of their creative processes, and to buy art directly from the source!
Building Hours:
Friday, Oct 2 – Preview Night: 6:00 to 9:00 p.m.
Saturday, Oct 3: 11 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Sunday, Oct 4: 11 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Our iconic building, once a mayo factory, houses over 100 passionate artists ready to share their vibrant creations and unique processes.
Here's why you won't want to miss this event:
Artistic Diversity: Explore three floors of studios that include painting, drawing, photography, sculpture, ceramics, fiber-art, fabric design, collage, 3-D design, letterpress, and more!
Learn from Us: Brief 20-minute demonstrations by 1890 artists and makers are offered throughout the weekend.
Easy Access: Our location is a breeze to reach via MUNI, ride-sharing, aand the weekend offers a bit more street parking. Our studios are wheelchair accessible, with doorman assistance to our elevators and restrooms on every floor. Kids and furry friends are welcome too!
Take Home a Treasure: Discover a wide range of artwork that caters to every taste and budget, ensuring that art enthusiasts of all walks can take home a piece they love.
Energize your soul, ignite your creativity, and immerse yourself in the joy of art at 1890 Bryant Street Studios
Friday Night
🕑: 06:00 PM - 09:00 PM
ARTIST DEMOS ALL WEEKEND - SEE SAT/SUN SCHEDULE
Host: Adam Berry
Info: STUDIO 317: Adam will be presenting a continuous live demonstration of his 3D modeling techniques.
Saturday Afternoon
🕑: 01:00 PM - 01:30 PM
STUDIO 409: A demonstration on Intaglio Printing with Austin Boe
Host: Austin Boe
Info: Intaglio is a printing technique where the image is incised into a metal plate and the ink is held in the grooves.
🕑: 01:30 PM - 02:00 PM
STUDIO 310: Live Sketchnoting - Turning thoughts into Visually Engaging Art
Host: Alan Quiros
Info: Sketchnoting helps to capture ideas visually with a mix of words, basic drawings, arrows, boxes, and layout.
🕑: 02:00 PM - 02:30 PM
STUDIO 204: Applying street posters to wood panels
Info: Learn how Catherine's unique paintings are constructed with recycled and upcycled materials.
🕑: 02:30 PM - 03:00 PM
STUDIO 203: About Pastels with Diane Olivier and Andrew Pick
Host: Diane Olivier
Info: Explore why pastels are loved by artists for their bright colors, fast workflow, easy blending and painterly look.
🕑: 03:00 PM - 05:00 PM
STUDIO 317: Live portrait painting with Kate Razo
Host: Kate Razo
Info: Drop in to see artist Kate Razo at work in her studio.
🕑: 03:30 PM - 04:00 PM
STUDIO 203: A Guide to Urban Sketching
Host: Laurie Wigham
Info: Laurie shares her experiences sketching at San Francisco festivals, parades, protests and concerts.
🕑: 04:00 PM - 04:30 PM
STUDIO 311: Creating texture and form with dk Hass
Host: dk Hass
Info: See the distinctive techniques dk employs for creating texture and form, using layering
and tools with oil paint and cold wax mediums.
🕑: 04:30 PM - 05:00 PM
STUDIO 408: Painting inspired by music
Host: Peggy Gyulai
Info: Experience the music that inspires Peggy's beautiful work.
Sunday Afternoon
🕑: 01:00 PM - 01:30 PM
STUDIO 316: From Bike Easel to the Studio
Host: Colette Hannahan
Info: Colette's evocative San Francisco landscapes are created with her technique for looking up, slowing down and reminding herself how a place feels.
🕑: 01:30 PM - 02:00 PM
STUDIO 207: Cyanotype
Host: Delfina Piretti
Info: Learn about the enchanting world of cyanotype art, where chemistry meets creativity to produce mesmerizing blue-hued prints.
🕑: 02:00 PM - 02:30 PM
STUDIO 318: The Portrait Process - Capturing A Life
Host: Paul Morin
Info: Paul shares his approach to portrait painting as a dialogue between subject and artist with the goal of revealing both their outward and inner beauty.
🕑: 02:30 PM - 03:00 PM
STUDIO 304: Make Your Own Collage Paper
Host: Wendy Miller
Info: Creating your own paper adds a unique layer to your collage art projects. Learn how Wendy makes her own collage paper with paint, epemer, and other art supplies.
🕑: 03:00 PM - 03:30 PM
STUDIO 304: Collegraph with Water Based Inks
Host: Randy Titchenal
Info: Learn about Randy's unique and experimental pieces that use collagraphy, a process of creating collage-style artwork that's then printed with inks.
🕑: 03:30 PM - 04:00 PM
STUDIO 304: Intaglio Printing
Host: Austin Boe
Info: Intaglio is a printing technique where the image is incised into a metal plate and the ink is held in the grooves.
🕑: 04:30 PM - 04:30 PM
STUDIO 317: Face & Body Painting
Host: Andrea Gonzales
Info: Walk away from Andrea's studio with some of the brilliant creations and colors of Andrea's paintings on you.
🕑: 04:30 PM - 05:00 PM
STUDIO 311: Play with Acrylic Markers
Host: Dee Hampton
Info: Enjoy the art of the Mission District's own, Dee Hampton, and join her in creative playtime.
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