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We're going back to school with The Annual Murphy & Cadogan Contemporary Art Awards Exhibition Opening reception Thursday, September 7, 6:30–9:00 pm SOMArts is proud to partner with The San Francisco Foundation to present The Annual Murphy and Cadogan Contemporary Art Awards Exhibition, a focused look at the future of the Bay Area visual arts, September 7–29, 2017. The exhibition, made possible by The San Francisco Foundation and its donors, showcases 18 promising visual artists from Master of Fine Arts programs throughout the Bay Area whose work intersects with emerging trends. This year's awardees represent a multifaceted snapshot of Bay Area visual arts, with many of the artists exploring and exploding expectations for identity-based work. We can't wait to introduce you to the emerging artists who are setting the agenda for Bay Area visual arts. Join us at the opening reception this Thursday, September 7

Upcoming at SOMArts... The San Francisco Foundation & SOMArts present The Annual Murphy & Cadogan Contemporary Art Awards Exhibition Exhibition on view September 7–29, 2017 Gallery Hours: Tuesday–Friday 12–7pm, Saturday 12–5pm SOMArts is proud to partner with The San Francisco Foundation to present The Annual Murphy and Cadogan Contemporary Art Awards Exhibition, a focused look at the future of the Bay Area visual arts, September 7–29, 2017. The exhibition showcases 18 promising visual artists working across disciplines and identifies young artists from Master of Fine Arts programs throughout the Bay Area whose work intersects with emerging trends. Learn more here! Murphy & Cadogan Contemporary Art Awards Exhibition Opening Reception Thursday, September 7, 6:30–9pm Opening with a free public reception and awards ceremony, the annual Murphy & Cadogan Contemporary Art Awards Exhibition showcases the next generation of leaders in Bay Area visual arts. Learn more here! Advancing Equity in Arts Education Summit Saturday, September 16, 1–4pm On Saturday, September 16, SOMArts will host a day-long summit focused on advancing equity in arts education in conjunction with the Annual Murphy and Cadogan Contemporary Art Awards Exhibition. Featuring interactive panel discussions and live performances, the summit will bring together emerging artists, students, educators and arts administrators to discuss how arts education can better prepare and equip all students for future careers in the arts. Learn more here! Keep in touch with SOMArts on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter! #SOMArts Image credits (from top to bottom): 2017 Murphy Award winner Sherwin Rio's work, image courtesy of the artist; Murphy & Cadogan Contemporary Art Awards Exhibition 2016, opening reception, photo by Kelly Wu. Visit Us! 934 Brannan St. (between 8th &9th) San Francisco, CA 94103 (415) 863-1414 info@somarts.org Copyright © 2016 SOMArts Cultural Center, All rights reserved. You are receiving this email because you have engaged with SOMArts Cultural Center in the past or subscribed to our eGroup. Thank you for being part of our community. Our mailing address is: SOMArts Cultural Center 934 Brannan St San Francisco, California 94103