MAKE! with SCRAP: Abstract Shapes
Hands-on workshop at SFMOMA with SCRAP, exploring abstract shapes using recycled materials. Participants will transform scrap into bold geometric forms through simple sculpture and collage techniques in a playful, maker-friendly museum setting.
Open: Art Lab
Open: Art Lab at BAMPFA is a drop-in, hands-on studio program inviting visitors of all ages to experiment with materials and creative processes in the museum setting.
Exhibition Tour: Theresa Hak Kyung Cha: Multiple Offerings
Guided exhibition tour of Theresa Hak Kyung Cha’s 'Multiple Offerings' at BAMPFA, exploring her multimedia, performance and text-based works and their historical and cultural contexts.
Introduction to Risograph Workshop
Hands-on introduction to risograph printing at BAMPFA on April 19, teaching Riso techniques and enabling participants to create printed artwork.
Neon Paint & Sip Experience
Neon Paint & Sip Experience blends wine with a guided neon-inspired painting session in an indoor San Francisco venue. On 2026-04-20, enjoy casual, social vibes as you create art at 310 4th St—perfect for beginners and artists alike.
Monet and Venice Virtual Access Day
Take a virtual stroll through Monet's Venice works with Monet and Venice Virtual Access Day at the de Young Museum. Enjoy digital galleries, curator insights, and a live Q&A as you explore these iconic Impressionist masterpieces from anywhere.
Pentagram
Pentagram at Cornerstone Berkeley on Apr 21, 2026 — a focused design event highlighting graphic design, branding and typography from the renowned studio.
MINI MARATHON: LIVE MODEL SKETCH
Live-model sketch night at Madrone Art Bar: MINI MARATHON: LIVE MODEL SKETCH offers a 2-hour drawing session on Tuesdays (6:30–8:30 PM) with a live soundtrack by Twango. $15 to draw the model; BYO materials; photos are not allowed; a casual, social art drop-in for adults.
Exhibition Tour: Object Oriented: Abstraction and Design in the BAMPFA Collection
Guided exhibition tour at BAMPFA exploring abstraction and design across the museum’s collection with a focus on object-oriented works — ideal for art lovers, students, and visitors.
Sip and Sketch | Reflective Puddle Painting
Join a creative art workshop at the Walt Disney Family Museum where you sip and sketch a reflective puddle painting, exploring light, texture, and imagination in a welcoming, family-friendly studio setting.
Alameda Ocean Photographer of the Year (Apr. 24–May 17)
US premiere of Ocean Photographer of the Year opens in Alameda’s Hangar 41, presenting a world-class collection from Oceanographic Magazine and Blancpain. This WWII-era hangar setting frames dramatic ocean landscapes and environmental storytelling for visitors from April 24 through May 17.
Open: Art Lab
Open: Art Lab at BAMPFA is a drop-in, hands-on studio program inviting visitors of all ages to experiment with materials and creative processes in the museum setting.
Free Community Art-Making on the Beach
Join a free, community-driven art-making session on Ocean Beach in San Francisco. This outdoor workshop invites people of all ages to create beach-inspired art with local artists, in a casual, social setting perfect for families and art lovers.
The Art Playground: Earth Day
Hands-on art activities celebrating Earth Day at the Walt Disney Family Museum. A family-friendly workshop exploring eco-themed creativity inspired by Disney stories, inside a playful, education-friendly museum setting.
Wandering Stars: Young Artists’ Portrait Show
An indoor exhibition at East Bay Creative Lab showcasing artworks by OUSD high school students from Fremont, Skyline, Oakland High and partner schools. The free show highlights student creativity across media and invites families and neighbors to celebrate emerging artists in Oakland.
Open: Art Lab
Open: Art Lab at BAMPFA is a drop-in, hands-on studio program inviting visitors of all ages to experiment with materials and creative processes in the museum setting.
Gallery Chats at OMCA
Join OMCA Facilitators for Gallery Chats — an informal Q&A and guided conversation about the museum’s exhibitions; admission ticket required.
Mayan Warrior: Full Art Car Experience
Immerse yourself in the Mayan Warrior Full Art Car Experience, a moving sculpture and multimedia showcase. This immersive art event features a fully customized art car, bold design, and live installations presented at Alternate Link. A bold, contemporary art encounter for adults.
Drawing From Film: Viridiana + 3-Year Anniversary
Join a hands-on drawing session at the San Francisco Main Public Library as Buñuel's Viridiana is paused on screen. Attendees will sketch striking frames from the surreal film while light refreshments celebrate the program's three-year anniversary. Basic materials (pencils, paper, erasers) are provided.
Open: Art Lab
Open: Art Lab at BAMPFA is a drop-in, hands-on studio program inviting visitors of all ages to experiment with materials and creative processes in the museum setting.
Exhibition Tour: Object Oriented: Abstraction and Design in the BAMPFA Collection
Guided exhibition tour at BAMPFA exploring abstraction and design across the museum’s collection with a focus on object-oriented works — ideal for art lovers, students, and visitors.
Art Bash 2026
Art Bash 2026 returns to SFMOMA for an after-hours celebration of contemporary art. Explore dynamic galleries, hear artists and curators, and enjoy music and social mixing in the museum’s iconic spaces. A stylish, immersive night for art lovers.
Free Art Workshop: Portrait Cut-Out
Join a free art workshop at Yerba Buena Center for the Arts focusing on portrait cut-outs. Participants explore simple cut-and-paste techniques to create bold, graphic portraits inspired by contemporary art scenes.
Open: Art Lab
Open: Art Lab at BAMPFA is a drop-in, hands-on studio program inviting visitors of all ages to experiment with materials and creative processes in the museum setting.
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