Artists at 1890 Bryant St. Studios opened three floors Friday night to preview a variety of work that will be on view this weekend. 

In addition to acrylic, oil and water colors, the art includes a remarkable variety of substances: jello, wax, resin, crystals, and more. 

The studios will be open today and Sunday  from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. A few of the artworks that will be featured this weekend are highlighted below.

‘Windows 3’ by Eliot Rattle, ink and charcoal. Photo by Zoe Malen

A framed painting depicts a woman in a purple top holding a small statue, looking thoughtfully out a yellow window.‘Smoke’ by Daisy Eneix, made with ink, gouache, and pencil. Photo by Zoe Malen

‘my little pill is regal #5’ by Mr. Rogers, a drypaint etching monoprint. Photo by Zoe Malen

‘Bathtub Parade’ by Heath Massey, oil on canvas. Photo by Zoe Malen

‘The Meat Layer’ is a part of Fuzz E Grant’s series titled ‘Disapproving Bunny’ representing the perspective of how animals view humans. This work in particular is made from solid plaster and signals to how AI refered to humans as ‘The Meat Layer.’ Photo by Zoe Malen

Four contemporary paintings hang on a white wall; subjects include mirrored figures, silhouettes, and abstract elements, predominantly using red, black, and orange tones.‘Code Switching’ series by Dan Hershman with acrylic, ink, and pencil on wood panel.

Framed painting of a nude figure in the foreground with a beach scene and buildings in the background, blending surreal and realistic styles.‘Transition’ by Junona Jonas depicting a woman and her transition from country life to city life. Photo by Zoe Malen

A wooden box displays a large knife split in half, with both halves arranged to align in the center of the box.‘A Cuchillo Limpio’ by Ana de la Cueva, made with metal and tampiriciran wood resembling the Mexico and U.S. border. Photo by Zoe Malen


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With a bachelor’s degree in journalism, centering on film and media production alongside visual storytelling, Zoe Malen has a well-rounded focus when it comes to digital media.

New to San Francisco, she is excited to unpack new opportunities to get to know the area and emphasize the strength in community stories.


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