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Astrid Kane

SF’s biggest art project took 2 years — and happened right under the city’s nose

Culture

‘Paint the City’ paid dozens of local artists to transform 350 sidewalk utility boxes into reflections of their neighborhoods. 

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Sam Mondros

He’s mostly given up acid. But his art is still flying high

For years, revered underground artist Joe Roberts made work inspired by hallucinogens. Now, his inspiration comes from other sources.

‘She’s still at it’: An SF art dealer is accused of forgeries, swindles, and unpaid debts

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By acting as a trusted liaison between muralists and patrons, Lisa Brewer became the matriarch of SF street projects. She is accused of swindling artists and investors. 

Here’s why 700 rubber ducks have been nailed to a Divisadero Street wall

Shorty Maniace of J.P. Kempt barbershop wants to spread some joy on a troubled block—even if it makes him the rubber duck guy.

Michaela Neville

Even honey bears now carry Stanley Cups: Controversial street artist Fnnch reveals a new muse

Best known for his ubiquitous honey bears, Fnnch is now painting the brightly colored, insulated tumblers that broke the internet. 

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SF’s biggest art project took 2 years — and happened right under the city’s nose

He’s mostly given up acid. But his art is still flying high

‘She’s still at it’: An SF art dealer is accused of forgeries, swindles, and unpaid debts

Here’s why 700 rubber ducks have been nailed to a Divisadero Street wall

Even honey bears now carry Stanley Cups: Controversial street artist Fnnch reveals a new muse