The San Francisco photographer who goes by the name Telstar Logistics took some wonderful photos of Japantown a few days ago, and reminds us of what a fun and beautiful place it can be.

He said he spent 24 hours pretending to be in Japan, strolling …

Katie and Todd Traina in 2005. Photo by Drew Altizer.
“A young married couple’s quiet getaway in Napa Valley at the wife’s parents house takes an unexpected turn when one of their siblings arrives to film a soft-porn film.”
No, that’s not a SFluxe Blind Item, …

Shell Cardon’s “Joey,” Acryclic on Canvas.
SFluxe doesn’t usually discuss an event that’s months away, but there’s already been buzz about this upcoming exhibit, so now is as good a time as ever.
On September 6, MM Galleries is launching Shell Cardon’s solo show “Hear with Your …

Rucci’s “Tempest” (2005)
The Serge Sorokko Gallery has just opened the exclusive exhibit of fashion designer/artist Ralph Rucci’s latest paintings: “Ralph Rucci: Messages from the Void, Part 2.” The 40-piece collection has a dramatic, highly sophisticated feel that, like his clothing, …

Francis Ford Coppola at his new winery, Rosso & Bianco
This is a productive year for local filmmaker and vintner, Francis Ford Coppola, making full use of all his talents: this Summer, a new winery, and in the Fall a new film.
He unveiled his new winery …

I think all San Francisco has gone mad for Christopher and Amber Marie Bently.   And rightfully so!  More than any other social couple, they seem totally OF San Francisco.  They’re supporters of the arts and the environment, they’re tremendously well liked, they’re fabulously dressed, …

There were several excellent designers at the Academy of Art University graduation show, but there was one whose style and vision really stayed with me even a week later.
I noticed Sarah Maxwell in the far corner of the school’s gallery, standing there alone by her …

On Tuesday the 8th, Joy Venturini Bianchi is hosting a celebration in honor of artist Morton Levin and The Special Friends of Helpers.
When I caught up with Mrs. Bianchi a few days ago she told me about the horrible attack that Levin recently suffered, when …

SFluxe is really looking forward to the April 23 art auction, Arcadia: Artists Celebrate Trees, which will take place at the California Modern Gallery (1035 Market St.) It will feature original artwork with a tree theme from over 100 Bay Area artists (such …

Living well in San Francisco doesn’t require a lot of money, designer labels, fame, or even taste.
As the owners of this home show, having the ability to design your living space the way you want without paying any attention to what others think (whatsoever!) is …

A great way to support local artists is the “Second Saturday Art Walk” that occurs once a month (on the second Saturday of the month) on Sacramento Street.  The item above is an example of the unique, colorful things you can find there.  The next …

The San Francisco Film Society will be honoring Spike Lee with their annual Film Society Directing Award at the 50th San Francisco International Film Festival (April 26-May 10.) There will be an interview with the director on stage at the Castro on May 2, …

I’m very excited about the upcoming Trek Kelly exhibit at the Frank Norris Gallery this week. The artist’s witty, often surreal work (such as Lauren Bacall, nude, on the cover of Rolling Stone!) has a unique vision which will surely inspire others.

Details: March 15 …

I’m a big fan of Denise Bradley and what she is doing with the Museum of the African Disapora on Mission Street.
Never having spoken with Ms. Bradley, I’ve been curious to know what makes her tick. The Chronicle has a good article on her today …

You heard it here first: Ysabella Brave will be the first genuine star to emerge from the Youtube world. And it just so happens she’s from our neck of the woods!
This young performer has a rather mysterious background. Not much is known about her — …