Fancy That: Artwork by Hilary Williams
There’s nothing like your first crush. And if you’re anything like us, you crush hard and often. This is where we pay homage to all things worthy of lusting after.
Sara fancies the colorful and imaginative works of local artist Hilary Williams. Her limited edition screen prints incorporate layers of photography, stencils, paintings, and drawings to express wistfully charming moments in and around San Francisco. Much of her work explores the juxtaposition of the urban and natural elements of life here, capturing both the soothing beauty of the City, and its prickly underlying energy.
“My works deals with a variety of emotions about the coexistence of our urban landscape, nature and humanity… I desire to create a surreal vision of reality that incorporates the past, present, and future of our worlds, landscapes, and characters, causing reflections on where we are today”
Hilary also plays with her methods of combined media and layered materials to create textural paintings that defy the bounds of a frame, and wonderfully engaging fabric sculptures that seem to invite you into a secret magical world.
Take a peek at Hilary’s work in person, including her new “Petite Prints,” at her solo show opening tomorrow at Tedda Hughes gallery boutique. While you’re there you can peruse the works of other talented local clothing and jewelry designers including those of the proprietor herself. You can also visit Hilary in her studio every Wednesday, 4-7pm, and learn all about her creative process.
Opening reception is Saturday, Nov. 14th, 7-10pm. Tedda Hughes is located at 1623 Polk St., between Sacramento and Clay in San Francisco. Open Wed., Thurs., Sun., noon-7:30pm; Fri. and Sat., noon-9:30pm.
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Fancy That: DWNTWN Skate Supply
There’s nothing like your first crush. And if you’re anything like us, you crush hard and often. This is where we pay homage to all things worthy of lusting after.
Sara fancies skaters. Nothing gets her attention like the sound of skateboard wheels on pavement. More newsworthy, Sara fancies the newest addition to the Tendernob’s collection of tiny shops overflowing with coolness—DWNTWN Skate Supply.
Officially launching today, 9/11/09, the brick and mortar home of San Francisco’s own Roughneck and 48blocks.com also carries a variety of hand-picked skate decks, hardware, apparel, and accessories. With Huf just around the corner, DWNTWN is in good company, and to prove they are among SF’s finest they have the honor of being the first stop on this year’s Bart Tour skate event this Sunday.
Stop in, check out the goods, peruse the art displayed on the gallery wall, and congratulate owners Leland and Johnny Roughneck on their new endeavor. A new storefront opening in the ‘hood is well worth celebrating, especially one that supports San Francisco’s venerable skate culture.
DWNTWN Skate Supply is located at 644 Hyde Street in San Francisco. Open 11am - 7pm daily. 415.913.7422.
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Head & Tails: Fly
Up or over, shaken or stirred, we’re looking for the best bets to quench your thirst. This is where we spill it all about the area’s nearest and dearest brewpubs, bars, wine cellars, tasting rooms, package stores, liquor aisles, and well, we ARE thorough.
If you were mourning the loss of Brick Restaurant, don’t. Instead, celebrate its reincarnation as Fly Bar & Restaurant, the second. That’s right, as of May 1st, the ever-popular Divisadero destination has branched out to Nob Hill, and in more ways than just location. The new Fly touts a full bar (no offense to sake cocktails, but sometimes a girl needs a real drink!), a new 35-bottle beer list, and an arcade room—no chance of getting bored when you’re boozing here. The extra bonus? Brick’s executive chef Nate Cooper stuck around, so you know you can count on fresh and very tasty eats to go with your drinks, including the Brick Burger you know and love, finger-lickin’ fish tacos, towering nachos, and more. Try all ten thin-crust pizzas—they’re half off during happy hour, 4-7 daily, featuring $3 drafts and $5 signature cocktails. And check the “professionals” selection of made-for-each-other beer-and-a-shot combos, like El Jimador Reposado with a 16oz. Tecate, they’re all $8 anytime. All in all, the new Fly is, well, super fly.
The newest Fly Bar & Restaurant is located at 1085 Sutter Street, at Larkin, in San Francisco. 415.441.4232.
—Sara
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