SF Art Tasting 2024: Amplify Awards

ArtSpan, a 501(c) (3) nonprofit organization,is committed to cultivating a vibrant, accessible, and world-class art community in San Francisco and to promoting the city's unique creative energy locally and globally. We champion an inclusive art experience by providing hundreds of local artists with the equal opportunity to showcase their work and make direct connections to diverse audiences and patrons. We are guided by the belief that artists play a vital role in society and that broad public engagement with their work is essential to defining a new cultural environment for our changing city. Visit www.artspan.org to learn more. Contact info@artspan.org or (415) 861-9838 for more information.

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An intimate evening of Art, Wine, and Amplify Awards at ArtSpan's SF Open Studios Exhibition.

SOMArts Cultural Center

SF Open Studios

ArtSpan invites you to the 50th annual production of San Francisco Open Studios 

Since 1975, ArtSpan’s citywide SF Open Studios program has connected local artists to San Francisco’s residents and visitors.

<h3>Join us for an evening of stimulating discussion at ArtSpan's SF Open Studios Exhibition. You'll have time to browse the gallery, featuring 300+ works of art by local artists, and get a taste of what's on view during <a href="https://www.artspanart.org/sf-open-studios" title="https://www.artspanart.org/sf-open-studios" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">SF Open Studios</a> (Sept 20-Oct 13). Local art luminaries will discuss how and why they each selected their AMPLIFY: Juror's Choice Award-winning artworks. You'll also hear from winning artists about their inspiration sources and process.</h3>AMPLIFY - Jurors' Choice Awards:Every year ArtSpan invites prominent, San Francisco arts and culture professionals to each select one artwork from the SF Open Studios Exhibition to be their Amplify Award Winner, which will be announced via ArtSpan's newsletter, website, and social media. 2024 AMPLIFY AWARD JURORSAdrian Arias, <a href="http://adrianarias.com/" title="http://adrianarias.com/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Visual Poet</a>Michelle Cooke, Vice Chair of <a href="https://www.artspan.org/board" title="https://www.artspan.org/board" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">ArtSpan Board</a>Zoë Leonard, Exhibitions and Operations Manager for <a href="https://counterpulse.org/" title="https://counterpulse.org/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">CounterPulse</a>Christo Oropeza, Co-Founder of <a href="https://www.inclinegallerysf.com/" title="https://www.inclinegallerysf.com/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Incline Gallery</a>Ralph Remington, Director of Cultural Affairs for the <a href="https://www.sfartscommission.org/" title="https://www.sfartscommission.org/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">San Francisco Arts Commission</a>Petra Schumann, Former Executive Director of <a href="https://www.artspan.org/home" title="https://www.artspan.org/home" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">ArtSpan</a>&nbsp;Jill Valavanis, Visual Arts Program Director for <a href="https://sonomacommunitycenter.org/" title="https://sonomacommunitycenter.org/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Sonoma Community Center</a> Admission:<a href="https://www.artspan.org/artlover-memberships" title="https://www.artspan.org/artlover-memberships" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">ArtLover Members</a> receive complimentary admission! Check your inbox for ticket information or email jasper@artspan.org for more information.Event Program:6:00 pm - Enjoy wine and light snacks, while you mix and mingle surrounded by 300+ pieces of art!6:30 pm - Juror &amp; Artist Talk - Jurors share their thoughts on selecting the pieces they considered noteworthy. Selected artists speak about their artwork.7:30 pm - More mingling, art, and refreshments.* Please note that this event is 21 and over.To view a list of the previous AMPLIFY: Juror's Choice Award Winners <a href="https://www.artspan.org/amplify-awards" title="https://www.artspan.org/amplify-awards" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">click here</a>.About <a href="https://www.artspanart.org/sf-open-studios" title="https://www.artspanart.org/sf-open-studios" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">SF Open Studios</a>: A beloved annual tradition since 1975, SFOS offers the public an opportunity to directly engage with the hundreds of local artists responsible for the unique creative culture and vibrance that attracts admirers from all over the world. This year, ArtSpan's SF Open Studios (SFOS) program will run from Friday, September 20 through Sunday, October 13. Our 50th season will include the return of ArtLaunch, our in-person kick-off celebration in the SFOS Exhibition at the SOMArts Cultural Center; as well as 4 weekends of artist-hosted studio events.<h3>See more ArtSpan Events <a href="https://www.eventbrite.com/o/artspan-129903" title="https://www.eventbrite.com/o/artspan-129903" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">HERE</a></h3><h3> </h3>

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