Castro/Upper Market

REAVES GALLERY—This gallery is dedicated to contemporary and emerging artists in the Bay Area and beyond. Jan. 11–31, see Behemoth featuring Joshua Hagler and Mike Ritch. Th–Sa 12–7 pm, Su 12–7 pm, and by appointment. 2344 Market St. www.reavesgallery. com, 440-9783 Map 2, H6

Hayes Valley

LINCART—This fun, colorful, and approachable gallery typically features solo exhibits by international artists, with an eye toward art as an experience that can affect and enliven the home. 1632-C Market St. www.lincart. com, 503-1981 Map 1, A8

LINDEN HAYES FINE ART—The main gallery specializes in paintings by California plein-air and studio artists in the realist, impressionist, and post-impressionist styles. The upstairs gallery is dedicated to contemporary painting and photography. Tu–Sa 11 am–5:30 pm and by appointment. 355 Hayes St. 551-5130 Map 1, A8

MICAËLA GALLERY—With a focus on contemporary glass and sculptural media, this lively and cutting-edge gallery is in chic Hayes Valley. M by appointment, Tu–Sa 11 am–7pm, Su noon–5 pm. 333 Hayes St. www. micaela.com, 551-8118 Map 1, A8

POLANCO—Founded in 1990, this gallery has since become one of the most comprehensive galleries of Mexican fine art and Mexican folk art on the West Coast today. Tu–Sa 11:30 am–6:30 pm, Su 1 pm–6 pm. 393 Hayes St. 252-5753 Map 1, A8

Jackson Square

GERAS-TOUSIGNANT—An intimate gallery tucked into Pacific Avenue, with rotating contemporary shows. M–F 11 am–6 pm and by appointment. 437 Pacific Ave. www.gtfineart.com, 986-1647 Map 1, D4

LE TRIANON GALLERY—A family-run gallery specializing in 19th- and early 20th-century American and European works. M–F 10 am–6 pm, Sa 11 am–4 pm, Su by appointment. 706 Sansome St. www.letrianongallery.com, 544-0780 Map 1, D3

Marina\Cow Hollow

IMAGES OF THE NORTH—Museum-quality Inuit sculpture, prints, masks, and jewelry by leading artists from Canada and Alaska. T–Sa 11 am–5:30 pm and by appointment. 2036 Union St. www.imagesnorth.com, 673-1273 Map 2, H2

LEWIS SOMMER PHOTO GALLERY—Showcases landscape and abstract images, as well as multimedia artwork. Subjects include scenes from San Francisco and Marin, as well as more general landscapes. M–F 11 am–5 pm. 1686 Union St., Ste. 205 www.lewis sommer.com, 474-7836 Map 2, H2

Mission\SoMa\Potrero Hill

AFTERMODERN—A contemporary fine-art gallery that represents emerging and midcareer artists in mixed media, painting, and even graffiti. T–F 10:30 am–5 pm,
Sa noon–5 pm. 445 Bryant St. www.aftermodern.com, 512-7678 Map 1, F6

ARTHAUS—A mix of contemporary fine art from both Bay Area and New York artists. T–F 11 am–6 pm, Sa noon– 5 pm. 411 Brannan St. www.arthaus-sf.com, 977-0223 Map 1, E7

ARTIST-XCHANGE—A retail gallery that offers original art and wares in all media by Bay Area artists, along with classes and promotional events. M–F noon–9 pm, Sa 10 am–9 pm, Su 10 am–8 pm. 3169 16th St. www. artist-xchange.com, 864-1490 Map 2, I5

BRAUNSTEIN/QUAY GALLERY—This gallery promotes Bay Area regional artistic talent and provides quality art for private, corporate, and museum collections. Jan. 2–Feb. 2, see new work by sculptor Robert Brady. Tu–Sa 11 am–5:30 pm. 430 Clementina St. www. bquayartgallery.com, 278-9850 Map 1, D7

CITY ART COOPERATIVE GALLERY—This local grassroots co-op shows an extremely wide range of affordable art. W–Su noon–9 pm. 828 Valencia St.
www.cityartgallery.org, 970-9900 Map 2, I6

LISA DENT GALLERY—A forum for emerging artists who transcend medium and nationality, located in the heart of the museum district. W–Sa noon–6 pm and by appointment. 660 Mission St., fourth floor. www.lisadent. com, 975-0860 Map 1, E5

SCULPTURESITE GALLERY—This gallery near Moscone Center is San Francisco’s first all-sculpture space. Tu–Sa 10 am–6 pm (Th until 8 pm). 201 Third St., Ste. 102.
www.sculpturesitegallery.com, 495-6400 Map 1, D6

VARNISH FINE ART—More than just a gallery, this multifaceted space features contemporary art and cast-metal sculpture, as well as a library and a bar. Tu–F 11 am–11 pm, Sa 1 pm–5 pm. 77 Natoma St. www. varnishfineart.com, 222-6131 Map 1, E5

Nob Hill\Russian Hill

STUDIO GALLERY —A showcase of fine art, crafts, jewelry, and home furnishings by Bay Area artists, this gallery in the heart of Polk Street, features work by such locals as Rab Terry, Brandon Smith, and Brian Behnke. The gallery closes in early January (reopening Jan. 15). Visit Studio’s second website: www.reallysf.com, which features locally themed art by Bay Area artists. W–F 11 am–8 pm, Sa-Su 11 am–6 pm. 1718 Polk St. www.studiogallerysf.com, 931-3130 Map 1, B4

VELVET DA VINCI —Named for an old Perry Mason episode, this gallery of contemporary crafts specializes in artist’s jewelry and metalwork. It features about sixexhibitions per year of work from around the world. Tu–Sa noon–6 pm, Su noon–4 pm. 2015 Polk St. www. velvetdavinci.com, 441-0109 Map 1, A4

Sausalito

GALERIE ELEKTRA—Located in the historic former Princess Theater in downtown Sausalito, Galerie Elektra features an array of original painting and sculpture by contemporary international artists such as Francesco Pelleschi, Eric Levy, and Irakli. It also boasts a breathtaking view of San Francisco. Daily 10 am–6 pm. 668 Bridgeway, Sausalito. www.galerieelektra.com, 331-3332 Map 3, D4

GALERIE JUDITH ENGELSTAD—In a historic building with sweeping bay views, the gallery features an array of fine art, art glass, and estate art, with an emphasis on original paintings by living masters. 539 Bridgeway, Sausalito.
www.judygalleryart.com, 331-1753 Map 3, D4

LOUIS ARONOW GALLERY—Sibling to the gallery on Union Square, this space, located in downtown Sausalito, features limited-edition graphics, hand-worked glass, and bronze sculpture. Daily 10 am–6 pm. 686 Bridgeway, Sausalito. www.louisaronowgallery.com, 331-4000 Map 3, D4

Union Square

49 GEARY—One building and 16 galleries make this one of the largest single concentrations of art on the West Coast and a great place to spend an afternoon. Galleries include: 871 Fine Arts, 543-5155; Art Exchange Gallery, 956-5750; ARTWorkSF, 673-3080; Brian Gross Fine Art, 788-1050; Catharine Clark Gallery, 399-1439; Don Soker Contemporary Art, 291-0966; Elins Eagles-Smith Gallery, 981-1080; Fraenkel Gallery,
981-2661; Gregory Lind Gallery, 296-9661; Haines Gallery, 397-8114; Michael Shapiro Photographs, 398- 6655; Patricia Sweetow Gallery, 788-5126; Robert Koch Gallery, 421-0122; Robert Tat Gallery, 781-1122; Scott Nichols Gallery, 788-4641; Stephen Wirtz
Gallery, 433-6879; Steven Wolf Fine Arts, 263-3677;
Toomey Tourell Fine Art, 989-6444; Urbis Artium Gallery, 369-9404; Warnock Fine Arts, 677-4001. Call galleries for hours. 49 Geary St. Map 1, D5

ASIAN ARTS CENTER—Carries silk paintings, tapestries, and prints from Asia, as well as home accessories and jewelry from all over the world. M–F 10 am–7 pm, Sa 10 am–6:30 pm, Su 10 am–5 pm. 720 Market St. 874-7742 Map 1, D5

BRIAN GROSS FINE ART—Contemporary painting and sculpture. Jan. 3–Feb. 9, see new paintings by Josh Dov. 49 Geary St., fifth floor; Tu–F 10:30 am–5:30 pm, Sa 11 am–5 pm Map 1, D5. Also a Post St. location: One Post St.; M–F 8:30 am–6 pm. 788-1050 www. briangrossfineart.com Map 1, D5

GEORGE KREVSKY GALLERY—Features 20th-century American art focusing on the Ashcan period, regionalism, social realism, and California modernism, plus a
select group of exceptional midcareer and internationally recognized contemporary artists. Through Jan. 26, see the gallery’s 15th Anniversary Exhibition. Tu–Sa 11 am–5:30 pm. 77 Geary St., second floor. www.georgekrevskygallery.com, 397-9748 Map 1, D5

HACKETT–FREEDMAN GALLERY—From Jan. 10–Mar. 1, see Patrick Heron’s Drawing Space in Colour. Tu–F 10:30 am–5:30 pm, Sa 11 am–5 pm. 250 Sutter St., fourth floor. www.hackettfreedman.com, 362-7152 Map 1, D5

HANG ART—This showroom sells and rents the fine art of more than 70 Bay Area artists. It also hosts exhibitions showcasing works by select individuals in a fun, relaxed
setting. Hang Art offers a hip, wide, and constantly changing variety of work at affordable prices. The Hang Art Annex, at 567 Sutter St., is a smaller space showing
edgy exhibits. M–Sa 10 am–6 pm, Su noon–5 pm. 556 Sutter St. www.hangart.com, 434-4264 Map 1, D5

HEATHER MARX GALLERY—From Jan. 10–Feb. 9, view Robert Altman’s Sixties, a solo exhibition of silver gelatin photographs by the former Rolling Stone magazine chief
staff photographer. Tu–F 10:30 am–5:30 pm, Sa 11 am– 5 pm. 77 Geary St., second floor. www.heathermarx gallery.com, 627-9111 Map 1, D6

JENKINS JOHNSON GALLERY—Features contemporary realistic paintings, as well as sculpture and glass. Through Jan. 12, enjoy the gallery’s 10th Anniversary Show. Tu–Sa 10 am–6 pm. 464 Sutter St. www.Jenkins johnsongallery.com, 677-0770 Map 1, D5

MEYEROVICH GALLERY—One of the country’s leading galleries, specializing in American and European paintings, works on paper, prints, and sculpture by modern
and contemporary masters such as Henri Matisse, Marc Chagall, Joan Miró, Roy Lichtenstein, Helen Frankenthaler, Frank Stella, Robert Motherwell, David Hockney,
Robert Rauschenberg, Richard Serra, Guy Dill, Grisha Bruskin, and others. M–F 10 am–6:30 pm, Sa 10:30 am– 5:30 pm, and by appointment. 251 Post St., fourth floor.
www.meyerovich.com, 421-7171 Map 1, D5

NEWMARK GALLERY SAN FRANCISCO—A small gallery featuring the works of contemporary artists, with an emphasis on Northern California. Tu–Sa 11 am– 6 pm, and by appointment. 251 Post St., Ste. 412. www. newmarkgallery.com, 392-3692 Map 1, C5

RENA BRANSTEN GALLERY—This gallery’s exhibitions include painting, photography, video, and multimedia installations. Through Jan. 12, view Rebeca Bollinger’s The Chaos of the Stars and Ruth Asawa’s Shapes & Shadows.
Tu–F 10:30 am–5:30 pm, Sa 11 am–5 pm. 77 Geary St.