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It’s First Friday! See you tonight 🔮 🌟 @j

It’s First Friday! See you tonight 🔮

🌟 @johansson_projects opens new exhibition by @nicoleireneanderson with a reception and artist talk from 5-8 pm

🌟 William Rhodes on view at @transmissiongallery

🌟 @slate_art presents a new group show exploring the act of layering

🌟 @even.space shares new work by @m.shemchuk

🌟 @gearboxgallery hosts a two-person show by @julescampbellart and @rachelsmajorstreetfood

Mural Monday ❤️by Oakland’s @abgprojects @ts

Mural Monday ❤️by Oakland’s @abgprojects @tsui.xiaorui @civicdesignstudio510

📸 by @abgprojects #mural #murals #muralart #muralartist #muralist #publicart #murals

Must see shows this Saturday! 🫶 🌟 @mercury2

Must see shows this Saturday! 🫶

🌟 @mercury20gallery host an Opening Reception from 4-6 pm for new solo shows by @jmclennanarts and @dalar.al

🌟 Last day to see @johansson_projects two-person exhibition by @ivancarmonarosario and Anna Findler

🌟 Check out @mannagalleryoakland surreal exhibition by Dan Weber and Elaine Maute

🌟 Don’t miss a collaborative exhibition by @artbyshido and @kosa_arts at @werkshack

Share your thoughts with the city of Oakland! ❤️@oakland’s General Plan Survey will be open until October 31 where you can provide insights on what your neighborhood needs and how the city can improve transportation, parks, housing, jobs and more. Link in bio to survey 🔗

Oakland’s 2045 General Plan Update process is a once-in-a-generation opportunity for all Oaklanders to work together to create a visionary blueprint for the future of our City. While addressing the full range of topics that shape the physical layout of the city, the Plan will be rooted in racial inclusion and equity and address existing disparities.

Happening TONIGHT at @blackpantherpartymuseum ❤️ @ericka_huggins brings her new book “Comrade Sisters” to the museum. Learn about the stories and experiences of the women of the Black Panther Party. Join the author and moderator @mueniloko for a talk and celebration tonight from 6-8 pm ✨

Photos courtesy of @blackpantherpartymuseum @hueypnewtonfoundation

Thank you so much for everyone who celebrated Oakl

Thank you so much for everyone who celebrated Oakland Style Week with us on Saturday and a HUGE thank you to the artists and arts spaces who made Art+Style possible ❤️ It was Oakland’s talent at its finest.

Check out the highlights from our two special art tours. See you next year! 🌟

This week’s artist opportunities are here! 🌟

This week’s artist opportunities are here! 🌟

✨ The North Shattuck Association is looking for Berkeley based visual artists to work for large-scale street banners on Shattuck Ave in Berkeley. Deadline to submit is Oct 25!

✨ @rpscollective is celebrating 20 years! If you are a past or current Rock, Paper, Scissors member or volunteer submit your work by November 23.

✨ Talk to your City Council Members about their commitment to the Oakland arts. Join in important conversation with your elected officials about Oakland’s recovery and future on October 16 at 4:30 pm. Register for the Zoom at the link in bio 🔗

Visit @narrativeoakland and @anastasiatumanova_ th

Visit @narrativeoakland and @anastasiatumanova_ this Saturday, October 12 on our Art Discovery Bus Tour 🌿 Oakland ceramicist @anastasiatumanova_ has a special installation of her artwork at @narrativeoakland in Jack London in honor of Oakland Style Week ✨ RSVP for our Art Discovery Bus Tour for a day of art, exploration, food, drinks and more including a stop at Narrative! Narrative is Oakland’s newest vintage store that offers curated furniture, home goods and more.

Only a few tickets left at discounted prices ❤️ RSVP at the link in bio 🔗

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