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(Tâm Vũ/KQED)\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\n\n\n\u003cp class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Co-founder Claire Bonham Carter, her jeans and black tee paired with a signature red apron so she’s always visible in the crowd, walked the line as the event got underway. Inspecting each person’s items, she murmured, “We’ll try, we’ll try.” Individuals seeking repairs held or stood next to their items: an espresso machine, a crossbody bag, a pair of jeans. A repair technician emerged from the library to blast canned air at a circuit board. \u003ca href=\"https://slowstreetcoffee.com\">Slow Street Coffee\u003c/a>’s Zaid Zayouna pulled up on a cargo bike to deliver free beverages.\u003c/p>\n\n\n\n\u003cp class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In a small atrium, volunteers greeted event participants next to a long table piled with free homemade baked goods, ranging from ube cookies to blueberry friands baked by Bonham Carter. 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"content": "\u003cdiv class=\"post-body\">\u003cp>\n\u003cp class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A line of quiet individuals had already started to form outside the lower level entrance to the Park Branch Library in \u003ca href=\"https://www.kqed.org/arts/tag/san-francisco\">San Francisco\u003c/a> well before the doors opened at 1:30 p.m. on a recent Saturday. One held a black KitchenAid mixer. Another carried an answering machine.\u003c/p>\n\n\n\n\u003cp class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">“Gotta keep the stairway clear,” the library security guard repeated politely, as people in line shuffled to extend westward along Page Street.\u003c/p>\n\n\n\n\u003cp class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Such was the scene outside the \u003ca href=\"https://repaircafesf.org/\">Haight-Nopa Repair Café\u003c/a>, held every other month since October 2025. The concept of a Repair Café is simple: In an age of disposable consumer products and planned obsolescence, people bring their broken household items to get fixed. Despite the event series’ consistent popularity across Europe, and the fact that repair has had its own \u003ca href=\"https://repairday.org\">international commemoration day\u003c/a> for a decade, the Haight-Nopa outpost is San Francisco’s first Repair Café.\u003c/p>\n\n\n\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\">\u003cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1333\" src=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/10/261010-repaircafe-00333_TV-KQED-22ff99a0.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-13994682\" srcset=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/10/261010-repaircafe-00333_TV-KQED-22ff99a0.jpg 2000w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/10/261010-repaircafe-00333_TV-KQED-22ff99a0-160x107.jpg 160w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/10/261010-repaircafe-00333_TV-KQED-22ff99a0-768x512.jpg 768w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/10/261010-repaircafe-00333_TV-KQED-22ff99a0-1536x1024.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2000px) 100vw, 2000px\" />\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Sandra Sanders (right) watches Reuben Lasrado (left) repair her answering machine at the Haight-Nopa Repair Cafe at Park Branch Library in San Francisco on Oct. 10, 2026. (Tâm Vũ/KQED)\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\n\n\n\u003cp class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Co-founder Claire Bonham Carter, her jeans and black tee paired with a signature red apron so she’s always visible in the crowd, walked the line as the event got underway. Inspecting each person’s items, she murmured, “We’ll try, we’ll try.” Individuals seeking repairs held or stood next to their items: an espresso machine, a crossbody bag, a pair of jeans. A repair technician emerged from the library to blast canned air at a circuit board. \u003ca href=\"https://slowstreetcoffee.com\">Slow Street Coffee\u003c/a>’s Zaid Zayouna pulled up on a cargo bike to deliver free beverages.\u003c/p>\n\n\n\n\u003cp class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In a small atrium, volunteers greeted event participants next to a long table piled with free homemade baked goods, ranging from ube cookies to blueberry friands baked by Bonham Carter. In the bustling community room, seventeen repairers ran stations devoted to most repair types: electronics, appliances, jewelry, sewing. Underscoring the analog nature of the event, one sewing machine displayed a sticker that read: AI AIN’T IT.\u003c/p>\n\n\n\n\u003ch2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\u003cstrong>Makers, geeks and tinkerers to the rescue \u003c/strong>\u003c/h2>\n\n\n\n\u003cp class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">At a station meant for any miscellaneous item, Rich Ridlen and his nine-year-old son, Rocky, watched the jack-of-all-trades technician Michael Murray tinker with their 3D printer. The machine had been Rocky’s favorite Christmas gift last year, and it recently experienced what’s known in 3D printing as the blob of death, with filament clogging up on the nozzle. If Murray couldn’t dislodge the mass and liberate the spout, he informed them, he’d send them home with resources to try fixing it on their own.\u003c/p>\n\n\n\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\">\u003cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1333\" src=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/10/261010-repaircafe-01061_TV-KQED-4e017625.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-13994686\" srcset=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/10/261010-repaircafe-01061_TV-KQED-4e017625.jpg 2000w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/10/261010-repaircafe-01061_TV-KQED-4e017625-160x107.jpg 160w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/10/261010-repaircafe-01061_TV-KQED-4e017625-768x512.jpg 768w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/10/261010-repaircafe-01061_TV-KQED-4e017625-1536x1024.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2000px) 100vw, 2000px\" />\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Michael Murray tinkers with a 3D printer at the Haight-Nopa Repair Cafe at Park Branch Library in San Francisco on Oct. 10, 2026. (Tâm Vũ/KQED)\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\n\n\n\u003cp class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">There are limits to what repairers will attempt. Items still under warranty are turned away, along with anything hazardous, such as items that may contain asbestos. Also, no leather stitching and no zipper replacements, which are too specialized and time-consuming. Bicycle repairs are referred to one of the city’s many bike clinics, including \u003ca href=\"https://www.sfenvironment.org/repair-events-and-clinics\">free bike repair workshops\u003c/a> at public library branches.\u003c/p>\n\n\n\n\u003cp class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">And while the majority of Repair Cafés elsewhere boast mending roughly 50% of items, leave it to San Francisco’s volunteer makers, geeks, and tinkerers to beat those stats. At the October event, 66 out of 84 items were repaired, a whopping 79% success rate.\u003c/p>\n\n\n\n\u003cp class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">At one point in the afternoon, sitting behind the checkout desk, Leland Abels rang a bell, signaling another successful repair. Muted cheers floated up around the room. Then, using one of two scales, he weighed the successfully repaired item.\u003c/p>\n\n\n\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\">\u003cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1333\" src=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/10/261010-repaircafe-01542_TV-KQED-06a67a29.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-13994689\" srcset=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/10/261010-repaircafe-01542_TV-KQED-06a67a29.jpg 2000w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/10/261010-repaircafe-01542_TV-KQED-06a67a29-160x107.jpg 160w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/10/261010-repaircafe-01542_TV-KQED-06a67a29-768x512.jpg 768w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/10/261010-repaircafe-01542_TV-KQED-06a67a29-1536x1024.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2000px) 100vw, 2000px\" />\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Bobbie Kipreos makes a repair to a necklace at the Haight-Nopa Repair Cafe at Park Branch Library in San Francisco on Oct. 10, 2026. (Tâm Vũ/KQED)\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\n\n\n\u003cp class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Weight, it turns out, is a valuable metric that can capture exactly how much stuff repair keeps out of landfills. What weight \u003cem>can’t\u003c/em> capture is the time and money saved on replacing an item, or the feeling of freedom to finally throw something out if it’s proven that a repair isn’t possible. It also doesn’t capture the joy and excitement in a room buzzing with conversations between neighbors.\u003c/p>\n\n\n\n\u003cp class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Bonham Carter regularly turns down requests to run her event in other neighborhoods. She can’t move her operations elsewhere, nor does she want to. But to meet growing demand, \u003ca href=\"https://partiful.com/e/HoyNJRGr36xxxKKsdaXj\">she’s hosting a free workshop on Nov. 17\u003c/a> for any organizer wanting to start their own hyperlocal neighborhood repair clinic. Already, one of her former volunteers, Allie McAndrews, runs an \u003ca href=\"https://sfmissionrepaircafe.com/how-it-works\">offshoot in the Mission\u003c/a>.\u003c/p>\n\n\n\n\u003ch2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\u003cstrong>Keeping things running\u003c/strong>\u003c/h2>\n\n\n\n\u003cp class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Tucked in a back corner of the library, jewelry designer Bobbie Kipreos was extending her skills to repair for the first time, inspecting a broken gold ring that Katrina Strich said her mother received from an ex-boyfriend 20 years ago. Inside a repair kit made from a repurposed coin collector notebook, with coin-sized sleeves containing beads and bits of metal, Kipreos found a piece of silver and asked Strich if she could experimentally solder it to close the gold loop.\u003c/p>\n\n\n\n\u003cp class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">“Do what you want,” enthused Strich, who walked to the library from her home on the other side of the panhandle. “Light it on fire!”\u003c/p>\n\n\n\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\">\u003cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1333\" src=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/10/261010-repaircafe-01418_TV-KQED-3cae9b6a.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-13994688\" srcset=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/10/261010-repaircafe-01418_TV-KQED-3cae9b6a.jpg 2000w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/10/261010-repaircafe-01418_TV-KQED-3cae9b6a-160x107.jpg 160w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/10/261010-repaircafe-01418_TV-KQED-3cae9b6a-768x512.jpg 768w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/10/261010-repaircafe-01418_TV-KQED-3cae9b6a-1536x1024.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2000px) 100vw, 2000px\" />\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Logan Smith assesses a vacuum at the Haight-Nopa Repair Cafe at Park Branch Library in San Francisco on Oct. 10, 2026. 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(Miles Cull/KQED)\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003c/div>\n\n\n\u003cp class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">“I’m better at fantasy than I am at reality, but I’ve done every kind of show,” Bauer, now 76, says. “I’ve done Sam Shepard, I’ve done a lot of Shakespeare, but I try to bring a little ‘Angel’ into all of it.” \u003c/p>\n\n\n\n\u003cp class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Evidence of all this creative work will soon be on display in \u003cem>\u003ca href=\"https://sfpl.org/exhibits/2026/11/05/street-stage-beaver-bauer\">From Street to Stage\u003c/a>\u003c/em>, a retrospective exhibition opening Nov. 5 in the San Francisco Public Library’s Jewett Gallery. Co-curated by Mark Johnson, Trisha Lagaso Goldberg and Theo B. Lau, the show includes full costumes, elaborate headdresses, Bauer’s design sketches, and photos and videos from various productions. \u003c/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\u003cp class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The exhibition is also one of the first to open as part of the \u003ca href=\"https://www.kqed.org/arts/13965626/further-triennial-northern-california-visual-art-2027\">Further Triennial\u003c/a>, a slate of over 100 exhibitions and events that tell a broader, deeper story of Northern California’s artistic past and present. The triennial officially launches in March 2027.\u003c/p>\n\n\n\n\u003cp class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For fans of Bauer’s work, and for Johnson as a curator, it’s important to see the craft of costume design honored as an art form — specifically a regional one. “This is a tribute to this experimental theater that crosses the line between visual art and classical theater,” Johnson says. “It’s one of the great legacies of San Francisco’s cultural heritage.” \u003c/p>\n\n\n\n\u003cp class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Most crucial to Bauer is that the exhibition is free to visit. She wants anyone who wanders in to know they too can dress up, just as she did as a young person in 1970s San Francisco.\u003c/p>\n\n\n\n\u003cp class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">“When you put something on that maybe you usually wouldn’t wear,” she says, “chances are you might discover or free something in yourself that you didn’t know was hiding in there.”\u003c/p>\n\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"wp-block-image\">\n\u003cfigure class=\"aligncenter size-full\">\u003cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1808\" height=\"1552\" src=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/11/beaver-rod-7018e817.jpg\" alt=\"two young people in robes dance barefoot in front of crowd\" class=\"wp-image-13995259\" srcset=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/11/beaver-rod-7018e817.jpg 1808w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/11/beaver-rod-7018e817-160x137.jpg 160w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/11/beaver-rod-7018e817-768x659.jpg 768w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/11/beaver-rod-7018e817-1536x1319.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1808px) 100vw, 1808px\" />\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Rodney Price and Beaver Bauer at San Francisco’s Civic Center in 1970 or ’71. (Courtesy of Beaver Bauer)\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003c/div>\n\n\n\u003ch2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\u003cstrong>Living outside ‘the money system’\u003c/strong>\u003c/h2>\n\n\n\n\u003cp class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Born in Ohio, Bauer felt herself pulled west from an early age. When she met Rodney Price, another future Angel, at Woodstock (“God, it’s such a movie script sometimes,” she says), the two decided to head to San Francisco. Price took a plane; Bauer rode a hippie school bus and hitchhiked her way across the country.\u003c/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\u003cp class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Once in the city, she encountered Hibiscus, founder of \u003ca href=\"https://www.kqed.org/arts/13910612/the-cockettes-san-francisco-public-library-fayette-hauser-scrumbly\">the Cockettes\u003c/a> and its offshoot, the Angels of Light, in all his bearded, be-robed glory.\u003c/p>\n\n\n\n\u003cp class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">“He was like a sun,” Bauer says, “like, in terms of people he could pull into his orbit, because he was just so amazing looking.”\u003c/p>\n\n\n\n\u003cp class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Bauer describes spending hours getting ready to go to the thrift store, or simply to walk down the street. “Anywhere we could get people to look at us was satisfying to us,” she says. “It was like trying on personalities for a day.”\u003c/p>\n\n\n\n\u003cp class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Angels lived together in San Francisco as part of the Free Food Family — a network of communal houses that pooled resources to offer up food, newsletters, medical care and adamantly free theater. “We believed in this principle of trying to avoid as much as possible the money system of the United States of America,” Bauer says.\u003c/p>\n\n\n\n\u003cp class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The group performed together until 1984. “We lost like 75% of the men during AIDS,” Bauer says. Hibiscus died in 1982 at the age of 32; Rodney Price died in 1988.\u003c/p>\n\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"wp-block-image\">\n\u003cfigure class=\"aligncenter size-full\">\u003cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1334\" src=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/10/101926-BEAVERBAUERATSFPL-09-MC-KQED-60cc3a50.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-13995046\" srcset=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/10/101926-BEAVERBAUERATSFPL-09-MC-KQED-60cc3a50.jpg 2000w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/10/101926-BEAVERBAUERATSFPL-09-MC-KQED-60cc3a50-160x107.jpg 160w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/10/101926-BEAVERBAUERATSFPL-09-MC-KQED-60cc3a50-768x512.jpg 768w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/10/101926-BEAVERBAUERATSFPL-09-MC-KQED-60cc3a50-1536x1025.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2000px) 100vw, 2000px\" />\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Beaver Bauer poses for a portrait with a doll named ‘Her’ that she made for a friend. (Miles Cull/KQED)\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003c/div>\n\n\n\u003cp class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Just outside the Jewett Gallery, Bauer has designed a wall to memorialize the late members of the Angels of Light, their photographs framed by lockets hanging from a drawing of a willow tree. Bauer identifies with the willow’s flexibility.\u003c/p>\n\n\n\n\u003cp class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">“We are resilient people after making it through the AIDS crisis, making it through all we have, my friends and I, through our lives,” she says. “We have been able to live on next to nothing.”\u003c/p>\n\n\n\n\u003ch2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\u003cstrong>Invention and imagination\u003c/strong>\u003c/h2>\n\n\n\n\u003cp class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Making something out of nothing is a trademark of Bauer’s work. In an image from the 1978 Angels of Light production \u003cem>Sci-Clones\u003c/em>, Bauer and Jessica Copen wear diaphanous garments made of shower curtains, their sparkly headpieces covered in glitter-encrusted stemware. \u003c/p>\n\n\n\n\u003cp class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A 1985 \u003cem>San Francisco Chronicle\u003c/em> profile called Bauer “the hottest costume designer in the Bay Area,” reveling in the paradox of how someone so good at reflecting and parodying high-end fashion could be living on such a meager budget.\u003c/p>\n\n\n\n\u003cp class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Johnson says the countercultural roots of Bauer’s work are never far away, even in her designs for more mainstream productions. “She has brought that same kind of extravagant generosity to her work for all these other companies,” he says. Part of that generosity is her time, and her ability to truly see the person in front of her and make a costume that works for them.\u003c/p>\n\n\n\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-3 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\">\u003cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1424\" height=\"2000\" data-id=\"13995261\" src=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/11/lead-beaver_2000-5cd05ad5.jpg\" alt=\"two performers in see-through robes with headdresses made of stemware\" class=\"wp-image-13995261\" srcset=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/11/lead-beaver_2000-5cd05ad5.jpg 1424w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/11/lead-beaver_2000-5cd05ad5-160x225.jpg 160w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/11/lead-beaver_2000-5cd05ad5-768x1079.jpg 768w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/11/lead-beaver_2000-5cd05ad5-1094x1536.jpg 1094w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1424px) 100vw, 1424px\" />\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Beaver Bauer and Jessica Copen in the Angels of Light production ‘Sci-Clones,’ 1978. (Photo by Daniel Nicoletta)\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\n\n\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\">\u003cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1600\" height=\"2000\" data-id=\"13995260\" src=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/11/dalmacio-celine-joseph_2000-d258d17f.jpg\" alt=\"three performers in red sea creature costumes\" class=\"wp-image-13995260\" srcset=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/11/dalmacio-celine-joseph_2000-d258d17f.jpg 1600w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/11/dalmacio-celine-joseph_2000-d258d17f-160x200.jpg 160w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/11/dalmacio-celine-joseph_2000-d258d17f-768x960.jpg 768w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/11/dalmacio-celine-joseph_2000-d258d17f-1229x1536.jpg 1229w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1600px) 100vw, 1600px\" />\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">D. Payomo, C. Alwyn-Parker and J. Hernandez, The Red Tipped Worms from ‘MU,’ First Voice, 2012. (Photo by Mark Shinegaga)\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003c/figure>\n\n\n\n\u003cp class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Costume-fitting is one of Bauer’s favorite parts of the process. She loves watching an actor transform into their character. “You have this time with this person where you can kind of sink into their head a little bit,” she says of the fitting room. “Can we take this to the level that will be perfect for this particular person, like \u003cem>their\u003c/em> Masha in \u003cem>Three Sisters\u003c/em> and not somebody else’s? And that relationship has always been a particular delight to me.”\u003c/p>\n\n\n\n\u003cp class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Most of Bauer’s costumes are witty, maximalist concoctions. Several process boards in the exhibition demonstrate how she pulls from vastly disparate inspirations to create a single costume. For an iconic look from Brenda Wong Aoki and Mark Izu’s \u003cem>\u003ca href=\"https://cargocollective.com/aokizu/MU\">MU\u003c/a>\u003c/em>, for example, Bauer cited red-tipped sea worms, Motown group the Supremes and wedding kimonos. Always materially inventive, Bauer made a seahorse costume in that same production with the help of red boba straws.\u003c/p>\n\n\n\n\u003cp class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It’s difficult, Johnson and Bauer both admit, to present the physicality of theater in a static exhibition. But Bauer has encouraged her friends to come to the Nov. 5 opening dressed in their finest. “I deeply, deeply desire to have something kinetic,” she says. (To that end, a parade will mark the exhibition’s closing in April 2027.)\u003c/p>\n\n\n\n\u003cp class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">“My hope with this show is to stimulate people’s imagination, to reinvest people in theater,” Bauer says, calling the \u003ca href=\"https://www.kqed.org/arts/13978734/how-to-save-bay-area-theater-from-collapse-and-closures\">trend of local theater closures\u003c/a> “alarming.”\u003c/p>\n\n\n\n\u003cp class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">“But what’s better than seeing somebody up there moving?” she adds. “I just want to say ‘Hey, everybody, look at this valuable art form. And let’s go see a show.’”\u003c/p>\n\n\n\n\u003chr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"/>\n\n\n\n\u003cp class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">‘\u003cem>\u003ca href=\"https://sfpl.org/exhibits/2026/11/05/street-stage-beaver-bauer\">Beaver Bauer: From Street to Stage\u003c/a>’ is on view at the Jewett Gallery in the San Francisco Public Library (100 Larkin St.) from Nov. 5, 2026–April 11, 2027.\u003c/em>\u003c/p>\n",
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"content": "\u003cdiv class=\"post-body\">\u003cp>\n\u003cp class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Debra “Beaver” Bauer had never really considered exhibiting her work as a costume designer. \u003c/p>\n\n\n\n\u003cp class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">“I’ve just always been so busy,” she says. “I just have always gone from one thing to the next, like we freelancers do.”\u003c/p>\n\n\n\n\u003cp class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For Bauer, there was also the issue of humility, and a tendency to subsume her own ego into a collective craft, picked up from her time as a member of the Angels of Light. Bauer joined \u003ca href=\"https://www.kqed.org/arts/110836/stage_left_salutes_the_risky_daring_of_local_theater_artists\">the radical theater troupe\u003c/a> in San Francisco in 1970, and for the next 14 years put on gender-bending, spectacular productions in parks, community centers and the streets — anywhere the public could see them for free. \u003c/p>\n\n\n\n\u003cp class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Those early years, full of resourceful costume-making and intense collaboration, prepared Bauer for a long and fruitful career backstage with Bay Area theater companies. In the decades since, she’s worked with \u003ca href=\"https://www.kqed.org/arts/tag/act\">A.C.T.\u003c/a>, San José’s American Musical Theater, Teatro ZinZanni and ice skater Brian Boitano, among many others.\u003c/p>\n\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"wp-block-image\">\n\u003cfigure class=\"aligncenter size-full\">\u003cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1334\" src=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/10/101926-BEAVERBAUERATSFPL-07-MC-KQED-01d6499f.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-13995045\" srcset=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/10/101926-BEAVERBAUERATSFPL-07-MC-KQED-01d6499f.jpg 2000w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/10/101926-BEAVERBAUERATSFPL-07-MC-KQED-01d6499f-160x107.jpg 160w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/10/101926-BEAVERBAUERATSFPL-07-MC-KQED-01d6499f-768x512.jpg 768w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/10/101926-BEAVERBAUERATSFPL-07-MC-KQED-01d6499f-1536x1025.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2000px) 100vw, 2000px\" />\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Beaver Bauer’s sketches line the walls of her San Francisco home. (Miles Cull/KQED)\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003c/div>\n\n\n\u003cp class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">“I’m better at fantasy than I am at reality, but I’ve done every kind of show,” Bauer, now 76, says. “I’ve done Sam Shepard, I’ve done a lot of Shakespeare, but I try to bring a little ‘Angel’ into all of it.” \u003c/p>\n\n\n\n\u003cp class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Evidence of all this creative work will soon be on display in \u003cem>\u003ca href=\"https://sfpl.org/exhibits/2026/11/05/street-stage-beaver-bauer\">From Street to Stage\u003c/a>\u003c/em>, a retrospective exhibition opening Nov. 5 in the San Francisco Public Library’s Jewett Gallery. Co-curated by Mark Johnson, Trisha Lagaso Goldberg and Theo B. Lau, the show includes full costumes, elaborate headdresses, Bauer’s design sketches, and photos and videos from various productions. \u003c/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\u003cp class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The exhibition is also one of the first to open as part of the \u003ca href=\"https://www.kqed.org/arts/13965626/further-triennial-northern-california-visual-art-2027\">Further Triennial\u003c/a>, a slate of over 100 exhibitions and events that tell a broader, deeper story of Northern California’s artistic past and present. The triennial officially launches in March 2027.\u003c/p>\n\n\n\n\u003cp class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For fans of Bauer’s work, and for Johnson as a curator, it’s important to see the craft of costume design honored as an art form — specifically a regional one. “This is a tribute to this experimental theater that crosses the line between visual art and classical theater,” Johnson says. “It’s one of the great legacies of San Francisco’s cultural heritage.” \u003c/p>\n\n\n\n\u003cp class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Most crucial to Bauer is that the exhibition is free to visit. She wants anyone who wanders in to know they too can dress up, just as she did as a young person in 1970s San Francisco.\u003c/p>\n\n\n\n\u003cp class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">“When you put something on that maybe you usually wouldn’t wear,” she says, “chances are you might discover or free something in yourself that you didn’t know was hiding in there.”\u003c/p>\n\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"wp-block-image\">\n\u003cfigure class=\"aligncenter size-full\">\u003cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1808\" height=\"1552\" src=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/11/beaver-rod-7018e817.jpg\" alt=\"two young people in robes dance barefoot in front of crowd\" class=\"wp-image-13995259\" srcset=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/11/beaver-rod-7018e817.jpg 1808w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/11/beaver-rod-7018e817-160x137.jpg 160w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/11/beaver-rod-7018e817-768x659.jpg 768w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/11/beaver-rod-7018e817-1536x1319.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1808px) 100vw, 1808px\" />\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Rodney Price and Beaver Bauer at San Francisco’s Civic Center in 1970 or ’71. (Courtesy of Beaver Bauer)\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003c/div>\n\n\n\u003ch2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\u003cstrong>Living outside ‘the money system’\u003c/strong>\u003c/h2>\n\n\n\n\u003cp class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Born in Ohio, Bauer felt herself pulled west from an early age. When she met Rodney Price, another future Angel, at Woodstock (“God, it’s such a movie script sometimes,” she says), the two decided to head to San Francisco. Price took a plane; Bauer rode a hippie school bus and hitchhiked her way across the country.\u003c/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\u003cp class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Once in the city, she encountered Hibiscus, founder of \u003ca href=\"https://www.kqed.org/arts/13910612/the-cockettes-san-francisco-public-library-fayette-hauser-scrumbly\">the Cockettes\u003c/a> and its offshoot, the Angels of Light, in all his bearded, be-robed glory.\u003c/p>\n\n\n\n\u003cp class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">“He was like a sun,” Bauer says, “like, in terms of people he could pull into his orbit, because he was just so amazing looking.”\u003c/p>\n\n\n\n\u003cp class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Bauer describes spending hours getting ready to go to the thrift store, or simply to walk down the street. “Anywhere we could get people to look at us was satisfying to us,” she says. “It was like trying on personalities for a day.”\u003c/p>\n\n\n\n\u003cp class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Angels lived together in San Francisco as part of the Free Food Family — a network of communal houses that pooled resources to offer up food, newsletters, medical care and adamantly free theater. “We believed in this principle of trying to avoid as much as possible the money system of the United States of America,” Bauer says.\u003c/p>\n\n\n\n\u003cp class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The group performed together until 1984. “We lost like 75% of the men during AIDS,” Bauer says. Hibiscus died in 1982 at the age of 32; Rodney Price died in 1988.\u003c/p>\n\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"wp-block-image\">\n\u003cfigure class=\"aligncenter size-full\">\u003cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1334\" src=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/10/101926-BEAVERBAUERATSFPL-09-MC-KQED-60cc3a50.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-13995046\" srcset=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/10/101926-BEAVERBAUERATSFPL-09-MC-KQED-60cc3a50.jpg 2000w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/10/101926-BEAVERBAUERATSFPL-09-MC-KQED-60cc3a50-160x107.jpg 160w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/10/101926-BEAVERBAUERATSFPL-09-MC-KQED-60cc3a50-768x512.jpg 768w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/10/101926-BEAVERBAUERATSFPL-09-MC-KQED-60cc3a50-1536x1025.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2000px) 100vw, 2000px\" />\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Beaver Bauer poses for a portrait with a doll named ‘Her’ that she made for a friend. (Miles Cull/KQED)\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003c/div>\n\n\n\u003cp class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Just outside the Jewett Gallery, Bauer has designed a wall to memorialize the late members of the Angels of Light, their photographs framed by lockets hanging from a drawing of a willow tree. Bauer identifies with the willow’s flexibility.\u003c/p>\n\n\n\n\u003cp class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">“We are resilient people after making it through the AIDS crisis, making it through all we have, my friends and I, through our lives,” she says. “We have been able to live on next to nothing.”\u003c/p>\n\n\n\n\u003ch2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\u003cstrong>Invention and imagination\u003c/strong>\u003c/h2>\n\n\n\n\u003cp class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Making something out of nothing is a trademark of Bauer’s work. In an image from the 1978 Angels of Light production \u003cem>Sci-Clones\u003c/em>, Bauer and Jessica Copen wear diaphanous garments made of shower curtains, their sparkly headpieces covered in glitter-encrusted stemware. \u003c/p>\n\n\n\n\u003cp class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A 1985 \u003cem>San Francisco Chronicle\u003c/em> profile called Bauer “the hottest costume designer in the Bay Area,” reveling in the paradox of how someone so good at reflecting and parodying high-end fashion could be living on such a meager budget.\u003c/p>\n\n\n\n\u003cp class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Johnson says the countercultural roots of Bauer’s work are never far away, even in her designs for more mainstream productions. “She has brought that same kind of extravagant generosity to her work for all these other companies,” he says. Part of that generosity is her time, and her ability to truly see the person in front of her and make a costume that works for them.\u003c/p>\n\n\n\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-3 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\">\u003cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1424\" height=\"2000\" data-id=\"13995261\" src=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/11/lead-beaver_2000-5cd05ad5.jpg\" alt=\"two performers in see-through robes with headdresses made of stemware\" class=\"wp-image-13995261\" srcset=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/11/lead-beaver_2000-5cd05ad5.jpg 1424w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/11/lead-beaver_2000-5cd05ad5-160x225.jpg 160w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/11/lead-beaver_2000-5cd05ad5-768x1079.jpg 768w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/11/lead-beaver_2000-5cd05ad5-1094x1536.jpg 1094w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1424px) 100vw, 1424px\" />\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Beaver Bauer and Jessica Copen in the Angels of Light production ‘Sci-Clones,’ 1978. (Photo by Daniel Nicoletta)\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\n\n\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\">\u003cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1600\" height=\"2000\" data-id=\"13995260\" src=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/11/dalmacio-celine-joseph_2000-d258d17f.jpg\" alt=\"three performers in red sea creature costumes\" class=\"wp-image-13995260\" srcset=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/11/dalmacio-celine-joseph_2000-d258d17f.jpg 1600w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/11/dalmacio-celine-joseph_2000-d258d17f-160x200.jpg 160w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/11/dalmacio-celine-joseph_2000-d258d17f-768x960.jpg 768w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/11/dalmacio-celine-joseph_2000-d258d17f-1229x1536.jpg 1229w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1600px) 100vw, 1600px\" />\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">D. Payomo, C. Alwyn-Parker and J. Hernandez, The Red Tipped Worms from ‘MU,’ First Voice, 2012. (Photo by Mark Shinegaga)\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003c/figure>\n\n\n\n\u003cp class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Costume-fitting is one of Bauer’s favorite parts of the process. She loves watching an actor transform into their character. “You have this time with this person where you can kind of sink into their head a little bit,” she says of the fitting room. “Can we take this to the level that will be perfect for this particular person, like \u003cem>their\u003c/em> Masha in \u003cem>Three Sisters\u003c/em> and not somebody else’s? And that relationship has always been a particular delight to me.”\u003c/p>\n\n\n\n\u003cp class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Most of Bauer’s costumes are witty, maximalist concoctions. Several process boards in the exhibition demonstrate how she pulls from vastly disparate inspirations to create a single costume. For an iconic look from Brenda Wong Aoki and Mark Izu’s \u003cem>\u003ca href=\"https://cargocollective.com/aokizu/MU\">MU\u003c/a>\u003c/em>, for example, Bauer cited red-tipped sea worms, Motown group the Supremes and wedding kimonos. Always materially inventive, Bauer made a seahorse costume in that same production with the help of red boba straws.\u003c/p>\n\n\n\n\u003cp class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It’s difficult, Johnson and Bauer both admit, to present the physicality of theater in a static exhibition. But Bauer has encouraged her friends to come to the Nov. 5 opening dressed in their finest. “I deeply, deeply desire to have something kinetic,” she says. (To that end, a parade will mark the exhibition’s closing in April 2027.)\u003c/p>\n\n\n\n\u003cp class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">“My hope with this show is to stimulate people’s imagination, to reinvest people in theater,” Bauer says, calling the \u003ca href=\"https://www.kqed.org/arts/13978734/how-to-save-bay-area-theater-from-collapse-and-closures\">trend of local theater closures\u003c/a> “alarming.”\u003c/p>\n\n\n\n\u003cp class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">“But what’s better than seeing somebody up there moving?” she adds. “I just want to say ‘Hey, everybody, look at this valuable art form. And let’s go see a show.’”\u003c/p>\n\n\n\n\u003chr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"/>\n\n\n\n\u003cp class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">‘\u003cem>\u003ca href=\"https://sfpl.org/exhibits/2026/11/05/street-stage-beaver-bauer\">Beaver Bauer: From Street to Stage\u003c/a>’ is on view at the Jewett Gallery in the San Francisco Public Library (100 Larkin St.) from Nov. 5, 2026–April 11, 2027.\u003c/em>\u003c/p>\n\u003c/div>\u003c/p>",
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"content": "\n\u003cp class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Students, staff and faculty at \u003ca href=\"https://www.thecrucible.org/\">The Crucible\u003c/a> are in limbo after the sudden closure of the 27-year-old West Oakland industrial arts organization over the weekend. \u003c/p>\n\n\n\n\u003cp class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Interim Executive Director Doug Yeiser sent emails to employees the afternoon of Saturday, Oct. 24, stating that the center would be temporarily closed due to “serious financial circumstances.” The email did not include a reopening date.\u003c/p>\n\n\n\n\u003cp class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">“We know this news is hard to receive, and we are deeply grateful for everything you bring to The Crucible,” Yeiser wrote. “Our commitment is to be straightforward and to keep you informed as decisions are made.”\u003c/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\u003cp class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Yeiser confirmed in a phone call with KQED that no staff is currently working at The Crucible, including him. The nonprofit’s board of directors will meet Monday and Tuesday evening to discuss next steps. \u003c/p>\n\n\n\n\u003cp class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Current students, who are taking classes in blacksmithing, enameling, glassblowing, welding, among other industrial arts, received even less information about the closure: “All classes and events are canceled until further notice. Thank you.”\u003c/p>\n\n\n\n\u003cp class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">“A lot of people have their artwork here. We have people who are working on their art theses here,” said Olivia Hara, The Crucible’s development manager. “They just closed everything without letting us know anything about if we’re going to be open again or when we can come and get our stuff.”\u003c/p>\n\n\n\n\u003cp class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Employees were particularly worried, Hara said, about The Crucible’s beloved shop cat, Nopal. (Hara said that Nopal will go home with an employee.)\u003c/p>\n\n\n\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-3 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\">\u003cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1500\" height=\"2000\" data-id=\"13995093\" src=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/10/Door_2000-b679e06a.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-13995093\" srcset=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/10/Door_2000-b679e06a.jpg 1500w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/10/Door_2000-b679e06a-160x213.jpg 160w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/10/Door_2000-b679e06a-768x1024.jpg 768w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/10/Door_2000-b679e06a-1152x1536.jpg 1152w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1500px) 100vw, 1500px\" />\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">The office door at The Crucible after Saturday’s email announcing the closure. (Olivia Hara)\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\n\n\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\">\u003cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1125\" height=\"2000\" data-id=\"13995092\" src=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/10/Nopal_2000-5fe76ae4.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-13995092\" srcset=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/10/Nopal_2000-5fe76ae4.jpg 1125w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/10/Nopal_2000-5fe76ae4-160x284.jpg 160w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/10/Nopal_2000-5fe76ae4-768x1365.jpg 768w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/10/Nopal_2000-5fe76ae4-864x1536.jpg 864w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1125px) 100vw, 1125px\" />\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Nopal, The Crucible shop cat. 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Current and former employees worried The Crucible wouldn’t survive another year. \u003c/p>\n\n\n\n\u003cp class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">By 2025, that particular matter had been resolved, but \u003ca href=\"https://oaklandside.org/2025/05/20/the-crucible-west-oakland-unionizing/\">employees told Oaklandside\u003c/a> that extreme budget cuts and slim staffing had created unsafe working conditions. Yeiser came on as interim executive director shortly after the unionization announcement in May 2025. \u003c/p>\n\n\n\n\u003cp class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This summer, Hara said, Yeiser announced there would need to be further layoffs. \u003c/p>\n\n\n\n\u003cp class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">“The union staff, committed to The Crucible’s long-term sustainability, has repeatedly offered concrete solutions for a roadmap to financial security — including staffing reductions at all levels of the organization, reductions in reliance on external contractors, and improved efficiencies within the physical warehouse,” the unionized employees wrote in a \u003ca href=\"https://docs.google.com/document/d/1WCESIJwp5gQuttBnp4w2_L97FbHHgvtfQRICqaGAWpg/edit?tab=t.0\">press release\u003c/a> on Monday. “All suggestions by the union staff to date have been ignored, or rebuffed by management and the Board.”\u003c/p>\n\n\n\n\u003cp class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The union’s press release goes on to cite over $1.5 million in grants that The Crucible had recently received from philanthropic organizations. Just last week, Yeiser was part of a tour of four Bay Area nonprofit arts centers that had recently received $100,000 each from the \u003ca href=\"https://craftcatalyst.centerforcraft.org/\">Craft Catalyst Initiative\u003c/a> in partnership with Etsy. \u003c/p>\n\n\n\n\u003cp class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Now, a sign taped to The Crucible office door reads, “Classes and events cancelled.”\u003c/p>\n\n\n\n\u003cp class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Hara emphasized that the community of artists continues to bear the brunt of The Crucible’s financial ups and downs. \u003c/p>\n\n\n\n\u003cp class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">“This is another art school that’s closing in the Bay Area, and I just don’t understand it,” she said, referring to the recent closure of the San Francisco Art Institute and the upcoming closure of California College of the Arts. “San Francisco used to be known as such a cultural epicenter.”\u003c/p>\n\u003c/div>\u003c/p>",
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"content": "\n\u003cp>There’s festival fashion, and then there’s Portola fashion. That much was evident over the weekend, when fans at the electronic music festival brought “ate” to an entirely new level.\u003c/p>\n\n\n\n\u003cp>Photographer Estefany Gonzalez was on the scene for photos of fans’ best fits and hottest looks.\u003c/p>\n\n\n\n\u003cp>\u003cstrong>\u003cem>\u003ca href=\"https://www.kqed.org/arts/13994268/portola-review-sunday-zara-larsson-adela-kelela\">See photos of performances and read more about the weekend here\u003c/a>\u003c/em>\u003c/strong>\u003cem>\u003cstrong> and \u003ca href=\"https://www.kqed.org/arts/13994245/portola-festival-review-robyn-tove-lo-six-sex\">here\u003c/a>.\u003c/strong>\u003c/em>\u003c/p>\n\n\n\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\">\u003cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1333\" src=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/09/20260926_PortolaDay1_EG_032.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-13994316\" srcset=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/09/20260926_PortolaDay1_EG_032.jpg 2000w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/09/20260926_PortolaDay1_EG_032-160x107.jpg 160w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/09/20260926_PortolaDay1_EG_032-768x512.jpg 768w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/09/20260926_PortolaDay1_EG_032-1536x1024.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2000px) 100vw, 2000px\" />\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Emma Clermont, 24, from Berkeley, wears a silver star outfit during day one of Portola on Saturday, Sept. 26, 2026.\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\n\n\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\">\u003cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1332\" height=\"2000\" src=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/09/20260927_PortolaDay2_EG_018.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-13994325\" srcset=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/09/20260927_PortolaDay2_EG_018.jpg 1332w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/09/20260927_PortolaDay2_EG_018-160x240.jpg 160w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/09/20260927_PortolaDay2_EG_018-768x1153.jpg 768w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/09/20260927_PortolaDay2_EG_018-1023x1536.jpg 1023w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1332px) 100vw, 1332px\" />\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Jaylon McClure, 31, wears a fur hat to stay warm during day two of Portola on Sunday, Sept. 27, 2026. McClure traveled from Portland for the festival.\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\n\n\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\">\u003cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1332\" src=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/09/20260927_PortolaDay2_EG_019.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-13994326\" srcset=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/09/20260927_PortolaDay2_EG_019.jpg 2000w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/09/20260927_PortolaDay2_EG_019-160x107.jpg 160w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/09/20260927_PortolaDay2_EG_019-768x511.jpg 768w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/09/20260927_PortolaDay2_EG_019-1536x1023.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2000px) 100vw, 2000px\" />\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Katie Murray, 24, wears a dark futuristic outfit inspired by the artist Rezz during day two of Portola on Sunday, Sept. 27, 2026. Murray loves rave culture and has attended several festivals over the years.\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\n\n\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\">\u003cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1332\" src=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/09/20260927_PortolaDay2_EG_028.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-13994330\" srcset=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/09/20260927_PortolaDay2_EG_028.jpg 2000w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/09/20260927_PortolaDay2_EG_028-160x107.jpg 160w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/09/20260927_PortolaDay2_EG_028-768x511.jpg 768w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/09/20260927_PortolaDay2_EG_028-1536x1023.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2000px) 100vw, 2000px\" />\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Allison Joy, 32, wears a Powerpuff Girls-inspired outfit during day two of Portola on Sunday, Sept. 27, 2026. The piece takes inspiration from the characters Buttercup, HIM, and Bubbles.\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\n\n\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\">\u003cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1332\" src=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/09/20260927_PortolaDay2_EG_030.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-13994332\" srcset=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/09/20260927_PortolaDay2_EG_030.jpg 2000w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/09/20260927_PortolaDay2_EG_030-160x107.jpg 160w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/09/20260927_PortolaDay2_EG_030-768x511.jpg 768w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/09/20260927_PortolaDay2_EG_030-1536x1023.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2000px) 100vw, 2000px\" />\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Jessica Carrasco, 26, wears a raccoon hat during day two of Portola on Sunday, Sept. 27, 2026.\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\n\n\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\">\u003cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1333\" src=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/09/20260926_PortolaDay1_EG_033.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-13994317\" srcset=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/09/20260926_PortolaDay1_EG_033.jpg 2000w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/09/20260926_PortolaDay1_EG_033-160x107.jpg 160w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/09/20260926_PortolaDay1_EG_033-768x512.jpg 768w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/09/20260926_PortolaDay1_EG_033-1536x1024.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2000px) 100vw, 2000px\" />\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Emma Clermont, 24, from Berkeley, wears a silver star outfit during day one of Portola on Saturday, Sept. 26, 2026.\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\n\n\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\">\u003cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1333\" src=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/09/20260926_PortolaDay1_EG_022.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-13994312\" srcset=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/09/20260926_PortolaDay1_EG_022.jpg 2000w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/09/20260926_PortolaDay1_EG_022-160x107.jpg 160w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/09/20260926_PortolaDay1_EG_022-768x512.jpg 768w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/09/20260926_PortolaDay1_EG_022-1536x1024.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2000px) 100vw, 2000px\" />\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Aly Han, at left, and bestie Derek Song pose for a portrait together during day one of Portola on Saturday, Sept. 26, 2026. The pair regularly attend festivals together, and call each other ‘unofficial sibling.’\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\n\n\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\">\u003cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1333\" src=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/09/20260926_PortolaDay1_EG_019.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-13994309\" srcset=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/09/20260926_PortolaDay1_EG_019.jpg 2000w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/09/20260926_PortolaDay1_EG_019-160x107.jpg 160w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/09/20260926_PortolaDay1_EG_019-768x512.jpg 768w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/09/20260926_PortolaDay1_EG_019-1536x1024.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2000px) 100vw, 2000px\" />\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Mikala L., 23, wears a pair of leopard print overalls during day one of Portola on Saturday, Sept. 26, 2026.\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\n\n\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\">\u003cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1333\" src=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/09/20260926_PortolaDay1_EG_018.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-13994308\" srcset=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/09/20260926_PortolaDay1_EG_018.jpg 2000w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/09/20260926_PortolaDay1_EG_018-160x107.jpg 160w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/09/20260926_PortolaDay1_EG_018-768x512.jpg 768w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/09/20260926_PortolaDay1_EG_018-1536x1024.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2000px) 100vw, 2000px\" />\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Julia K., 23, wears a pair of leopard print ruffle shorts during day one of Portola on Saturday, Sept. 26, 2026.\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\n\n\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\">\u003cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1333\" src=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/09/20260926_PortolaDay1_EG_020.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-13994310\" srcset=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/09/20260926_PortolaDay1_EG_020.jpg 2000w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/09/20260926_PortolaDay1_EG_020-160x107.jpg 160w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/09/20260926_PortolaDay1_EG_020-768x512.jpg 768w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/09/20260926_PortolaDay1_EG_020-1536x1024.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2000px) 100vw, 2000px\" />\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Jake A., 30, wears an open-shoulder top, shorts and silver sunglasses during day one of Portola on Saturday, Sept. 26, 2026. The outfit was put together at the last-minute from pieces Jake found at their family home after moving out of the Bay Area to Wisconsin. They returned to the Bay for the festival.\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\n\n\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\">\u003cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1333\" src=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/09/20260926_PortolaDay1_EG_014.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-13994304\" srcset=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/09/20260926_PortolaDay1_EG_014.jpg 2000w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/09/20260926_PortolaDay1_EG_014-160x107.jpg 160w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/09/20260926_PortolaDay1_EG_014-768x512.jpg 768w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/09/20260926_PortolaDay1_EG_014-1536x1024.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2000px) 100vw, 2000px\" />\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Rich Liang, 30, wears a “Cape Cod summer”-inspired outfit during day one of Portola on Saturday, Sept. 26, 2026. Liang, who was born and raised in the Bay, moved to Boston for school and made a trip back home to attend the festival.\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\n\n\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\">\u003cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1333\" src=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/09/20260926_PortolaDay1_EG_015.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-13994305\" srcset=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/09/20260926_PortolaDay1_EG_015.jpg 2000w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/09/20260926_PortolaDay1_EG_015-160x107.jpg 160w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/09/20260926_PortolaDay1_EG_015-768x512.jpg 768w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/09/20260926_PortolaDay1_EG_015-1536x1024.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2000px) 100vw, 2000px\" />\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Rich Liang, 30, holds a handmade necklace he made in honor of his favorite type of butter during day one of Portola on Saturday, Sept. 26, 2026.\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\n\n\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\">\u003cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1333\" src=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/09/20260926_PortolaDay1_EG_007.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-13994300\" srcset=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/09/20260926_PortolaDay1_EG_007.jpg 2000w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/09/20260926_PortolaDay1_EG_007-160x107.jpg 160w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/09/20260926_PortolaDay1_EG_007-768x512.jpg 768w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/09/20260926_PortolaDay1_EG_007-1536x1024.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2000px) 100vw, 2000px\" />\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Tara Paul, 40, holds a handmade ‘FERAL’ license plate sign during day one of Portola on Saturday, Sept. 26, 2026. Paul, who attended the festival with her fiancé, traveled from Sausalito to attend the festival and was most excited to see Robyn.\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\n\n\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\">\u003cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1332\" src=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/09/20260927_PortolaDay2_EG_020.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-13994327\" srcset=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/09/20260927_PortolaDay2_EG_020.jpg 2000w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/09/20260927_PortolaDay2_EG_020-160x107.jpg 160w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/09/20260927_PortolaDay2_EG_020-768x511.jpg 768w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/09/20260927_PortolaDay2_EG_020-1536x1023.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2000px) 100vw, 2000px\" />\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Katie Murray, 24, wears a dark futuristic outfit inspired by the artist Rezz during day two of Portola on Sunday, Sept. 27, 2026. Murray spent an hour styling her hair for the occasion.\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\n\n\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\">\u003cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1333\" height=\"2000\" src=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/09/20260926_PortolaDay1_EG_031.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-13994315\" srcset=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/09/20260926_PortolaDay1_EG_031.jpg 1333w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/09/20260926_PortolaDay1_EG_031-160x240.jpg 160w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/09/20260926_PortolaDay1_EG_031-768x1152.jpg 768w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/09/20260926_PortolaDay1_EG_031-1024x1536.jpg 1024w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1333px) 100vw, 1333px\" />\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Vanessa I, 36, wears a shawl she bought at Sunset Campout , another festival, during day one of Portola on Saturday, Sept. 26, 2026.\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\n\n\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\">\u003cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1332\" src=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/09/20260927_PortolaDay2_EG_017.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-13994324\" srcset=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/09/20260927_PortolaDay2_EG_017.jpg 2000w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/09/20260927_PortolaDay2_EG_017-160x107.jpg 160w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/09/20260927_PortolaDay2_EG_017-768x511.jpg 768w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/09/20260927_PortolaDay2_EG_017-1536x1023.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2000px) 100vw, 2000px\" />\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Isabella Hernandez, 29, wears cat ears and a leather harness during day two of Portola on Sunday, Sept. 27, 2026. Hernandez traveled from Sacramento for the festival, and has attended nearly every year since it started in 2022.\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\n\n\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\">\u003cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1333\" src=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/09/20260926_PortolaDay1_EG_011.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-13994301\" srcset=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/09/20260926_PortolaDay1_EG_011.jpg 2000w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/09/20260926_PortolaDay1_EG_011-160x107.jpg 160w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/09/20260926_PortolaDay1_EG_011-768x512.jpg 768w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/09/20260926_PortolaDay1_EG_011-1536x1024.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2000px) 100vw, 2000px\" />\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">From left, Michelle Padilla, Amina Allii and Janet Diaz pose for a portrait during day one of Portola on Saturday, Sept. 26, 2026. 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That much was evident over the weekend, when fans at the electronic music festival brought “ate” to an entirely new level.\u003c/p>\n\n\n\n\u003cp>Photographer Estefany Gonzalez was on the scene for photos of fans’ best fits and hottest looks.\u003c/p>\n\n\n\n\u003cp>\u003cstrong>\u003cem>\u003ca href=\"https://www.kqed.org/arts/13994268/portola-review-sunday-zara-larsson-adela-kelela\">See photos of performances and read more about the weekend here\u003c/a>\u003c/em>\u003c/strong>\u003cem>\u003cstrong> and \u003ca href=\"https://www.kqed.org/arts/13994245/portola-festival-review-robyn-tove-lo-six-sex\">here\u003c/a>.\u003c/strong>\u003c/em>\u003c/p>\n\n\n\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\">\u003cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1333\" src=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/09/20260926_PortolaDay1_EG_032.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-13994316\" srcset=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/09/20260926_PortolaDay1_EG_032.jpg 2000w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/09/20260926_PortolaDay1_EG_032-160x107.jpg 160w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/09/20260926_PortolaDay1_EG_032-768x512.jpg 768w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/09/20260926_PortolaDay1_EG_032-1536x1024.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2000px) 100vw, 2000px\" />\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Emma Clermont, 24, from Berkeley, wears a silver star outfit during day one of Portola on Saturday, Sept. 26, 2026.\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\n\n\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\">\u003cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1332\" height=\"2000\" src=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/09/20260927_PortolaDay2_EG_018.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-13994325\" srcset=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/09/20260927_PortolaDay2_EG_018.jpg 1332w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/09/20260927_PortolaDay2_EG_018-160x240.jpg 160w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/09/20260927_PortolaDay2_EG_018-768x1153.jpg 768w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/09/20260927_PortolaDay2_EG_018-1023x1536.jpg 1023w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1332px) 100vw, 1332px\" />\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Jaylon McClure, 31, wears a fur hat to stay warm during day two of Portola on Sunday, Sept. 27, 2026. McClure traveled from Portland for the festival.\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\n\n\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\">\u003cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1332\" src=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/09/20260927_PortolaDay2_EG_019.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-13994326\" srcset=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/09/20260927_PortolaDay2_EG_019.jpg 2000w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/09/20260927_PortolaDay2_EG_019-160x107.jpg 160w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/09/20260927_PortolaDay2_EG_019-768x511.jpg 768w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/09/20260927_PortolaDay2_EG_019-1536x1023.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2000px) 100vw, 2000px\" />\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Katie Murray, 24, wears a dark futuristic outfit inspired by the artist Rezz during day two of Portola on Sunday, Sept. 27, 2026. Murray loves rave culture and has attended several festivals over the years.\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\n\n\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\">\u003cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1332\" src=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/09/20260927_PortolaDay2_EG_028.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-13994330\" srcset=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/09/20260927_PortolaDay2_EG_028.jpg 2000w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/09/20260927_PortolaDay2_EG_028-160x107.jpg 160w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/09/20260927_PortolaDay2_EG_028-768x511.jpg 768w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/09/20260927_PortolaDay2_EG_028-1536x1023.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2000px) 100vw, 2000px\" />\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Allison Joy, 32, wears a Powerpuff Girls-inspired outfit during day two of Portola on Sunday, Sept. 27, 2026. The piece takes inspiration from the characters Buttercup, HIM, and Bubbles.\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\n\n\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\">\u003cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1332\" src=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/09/20260927_PortolaDay2_EG_030.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-13994332\" srcset=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/09/20260927_PortolaDay2_EG_030.jpg 2000w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/09/20260927_PortolaDay2_EG_030-160x107.jpg 160w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/09/20260927_PortolaDay2_EG_030-768x511.jpg 768w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/09/20260927_PortolaDay2_EG_030-1536x1023.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2000px) 100vw, 2000px\" />\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Jessica Carrasco, 26, wears a raccoon hat during day two of Portola on Sunday, Sept. 27, 2026.\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\n\n\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\">\u003cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1333\" src=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/09/20260926_PortolaDay1_EG_033.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-13994317\" srcset=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/09/20260926_PortolaDay1_EG_033.jpg 2000w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/09/20260926_PortolaDay1_EG_033-160x107.jpg 160w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/09/20260926_PortolaDay1_EG_033-768x512.jpg 768w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/09/20260926_PortolaDay1_EG_033-1536x1024.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2000px) 100vw, 2000px\" />\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Emma Clermont, 24, from Berkeley, wears a silver star outfit during day one of Portola on Saturday, Sept. 26, 2026.\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\n\n\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\">\u003cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1333\" src=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/09/20260926_PortolaDay1_EG_022.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-13994312\" srcset=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/09/20260926_PortolaDay1_EG_022.jpg 2000w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/09/20260926_PortolaDay1_EG_022-160x107.jpg 160w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/09/20260926_PortolaDay1_EG_022-768x512.jpg 768w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/09/20260926_PortolaDay1_EG_022-1536x1024.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2000px) 100vw, 2000px\" />\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Aly Han, at left, and bestie Derek Song pose for a portrait together during day one of Portola on Saturday, Sept. 26, 2026. The pair regularly attend festivals together, and call each other ‘unofficial sibling.’\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\n\n\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\">\u003cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1333\" src=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/09/20260926_PortolaDay1_EG_019.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-13994309\" srcset=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/09/20260926_PortolaDay1_EG_019.jpg 2000w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/09/20260926_PortolaDay1_EG_019-160x107.jpg 160w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/09/20260926_PortolaDay1_EG_019-768x512.jpg 768w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/09/20260926_PortolaDay1_EG_019-1536x1024.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2000px) 100vw, 2000px\" />\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Mikala L., 23, wears a pair of leopard print overalls during day one of Portola on Saturday, Sept. 26, 2026.\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\n\n\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\">\u003cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1333\" src=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/09/20260926_PortolaDay1_EG_018.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-13994308\" srcset=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/09/20260926_PortolaDay1_EG_018.jpg 2000w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/09/20260926_PortolaDay1_EG_018-160x107.jpg 160w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/09/20260926_PortolaDay1_EG_018-768x512.jpg 768w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/09/20260926_PortolaDay1_EG_018-1536x1024.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2000px) 100vw, 2000px\" />\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Julia K., 23, wears a pair of leopard print ruffle shorts during day one of Portola on Saturday, Sept. 26, 2026.\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\n\n\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\">\u003cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1333\" src=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/09/20260926_PortolaDay1_EG_020.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-13994310\" srcset=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/09/20260926_PortolaDay1_EG_020.jpg 2000w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/09/20260926_PortolaDay1_EG_020-160x107.jpg 160w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/09/20260926_PortolaDay1_EG_020-768x512.jpg 768w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/09/20260926_PortolaDay1_EG_020-1536x1024.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2000px) 100vw, 2000px\" />\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Jake A., 30, wears an open-shoulder top, shorts and silver sunglasses during day one of Portola on Saturday, Sept. 26, 2026. The outfit was put together at the last-minute from pieces Jake found at their family home after moving out of the Bay Area to Wisconsin. They returned to the Bay for the festival.\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\n\n\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\">\u003cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1333\" src=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/09/20260926_PortolaDay1_EG_014.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-13994304\" srcset=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/09/20260926_PortolaDay1_EG_014.jpg 2000w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/09/20260926_PortolaDay1_EG_014-160x107.jpg 160w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/09/20260926_PortolaDay1_EG_014-768x512.jpg 768w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/09/20260926_PortolaDay1_EG_014-1536x1024.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2000px) 100vw, 2000px\" />\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Rich Liang, 30, wears a “Cape Cod summer”-inspired outfit during day one of Portola on Saturday, Sept. 26, 2026. Liang, who was born and raised in the Bay, moved to Boston for school and made a trip back home to attend the festival.\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\n\n\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\">\u003cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1333\" src=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/09/20260926_PortolaDay1_EG_015.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-13994305\" srcset=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/09/20260926_PortolaDay1_EG_015.jpg 2000w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/09/20260926_PortolaDay1_EG_015-160x107.jpg 160w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/09/20260926_PortolaDay1_EG_015-768x512.jpg 768w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/09/20260926_PortolaDay1_EG_015-1536x1024.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2000px) 100vw, 2000px\" />\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Rich Liang, 30, holds a handmade necklace he made in honor of his favorite type of butter during day one of Portola on Saturday, Sept. 26, 2026.\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\n\n\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\">\u003cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1333\" src=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/09/20260926_PortolaDay1_EG_007.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-13994300\" srcset=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/09/20260926_PortolaDay1_EG_007.jpg 2000w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/09/20260926_PortolaDay1_EG_007-160x107.jpg 160w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/09/20260926_PortolaDay1_EG_007-768x512.jpg 768w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/09/20260926_PortolaDay1_EG_007-1536x1024.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2000px) 100vw, 2000px\" />\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Tara Paul, 40, holds a handmade ‘FERAL’ license plate sign during day one of Portola on Saturday, Sept. 26, 2026. Paul, who attended the festival with her fiancé, traveled from Sausalito to attend the festival and was most excited to see Robyn.\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\n\n\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\">\u003cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1332\" src=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/09/20260927_PortolaDay2_EG_020.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-13994327\" srcset=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/09/20260927_PortolaDay2_EG_020.jpg 2000w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/09/20260927_PortolaDay2_EG_020-160x107.jpg 160w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/09/20260927_PortolaDay2_EG_020-768x511.jpg 768w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/09/20260927_PortolaDay2_EG_020-1536x1023.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2000px) 100vw, 2000px\" />\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Katie Murray, 24, wears a dark futuristic outfit inspired by the artist Rezz during day two of Portola on Sunday, Sept. 27, 2026. Murray spent an hour styling her hair for the occasion.\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\n\n\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\">\u003cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1333\" height=\"2000\" src=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/09/20260926_PortolaDay1_EG_031.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-13994315\" srcset=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/09/20260926_PortolaDay1_EG_031.jpg 1333w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/09/20260926_PortolaDay1_EG_031-160x240.jpg 160w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/09/20260926_PortolaDay1_EG_031-768x1152.jpg 768w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/09/20260926_PortolaDay1_EG_031-1024x1536.jpg 1024w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1333px) 100vw, 1333px\" />\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Vanessa I, 36, wears a shawl she bought at Sunset Campout , another festival, during day one of Portola on Saturday, Sept. 26, 2026.\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\n\n\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\">\u003cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1332\" src=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/09/20260927_PortolaDay2_EG_017.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-13994324\" srcset=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/09/20260927_PortolaDay2_EG_017.jpg 2000w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/09/20260927_PortolaDay2_EG_017-160x107.jpg 160w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/09/20260927_PortolaDay2_EG_017-768x511.jpg 768w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/09/20260927_PortolaDay2_EG_017-1536x1023.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2000px) 100vw, 2000px\" />\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Isabella Hernandez, 29, wears cat ears and a leather harness during day two of Portola on Sunday, Sept. 27, 2026. Hernandez traveled from Sacramento for the festival, and has attended nearly every year since it started in 2022.\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\n\n\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\">\u003cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1333\" src=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/09/20260926_PortolaDay1_EG_011.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-13994301\" srcset=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/09/20260926_PortolaDay1_EG_011.jpg 2000w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/09/20260926_PortolaDay1_EG_011-160x107.jpg 160w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/09/20260926_PortolaDay1_EG_011-768x512.jpg 768w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/09/20260926_PortolaDay1_EG_011-1536x1024.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2000px) 100vw, 2000px\" />\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">From left, Michelle Padilla, Amina Allii and Janet Diaz pose for a portrait during day one of Portola on Saturday, Sept. 26, 2026. The three became fast friends when they met at Outside Lands, and sent each other various TikToks to coordinate outfits for Portola.\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\n\n\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\">\u003cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1333\" height=\"2000\" src=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/09/20260926_PortolaDay1_EG_012.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-13994302\" srcset=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/09/20260926_PortolaDay1_EG_012.jpg 1333w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/09/20260926_PortolaDay1_EG_012-160x240.jpg 160w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/09/20260926_PortolaDay1_EG_012-768x1152.jpg 768w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/09/20260926_PortolaDay1_EG_012-1024x1536.jpg 1024w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1333px) 100vw, 1333px\" />\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Oakland resident Amina Allii wears a butterfly chain and leather pants during day one of Portola on Saturday, Sept. 26, 2026.\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\n\n\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\">\u003cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1333\" src=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/09/20260926_PortolaDay1_EG_016.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-13994306\" srcset=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/09/20260926_PortolaDay1_EG_016.jpg 2000w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/09/20260926_PortolaDay1_EG_016-160x107.jpg 160w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/09/20260926_PortolaDay1_EG_016-768x512.jpg 768w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/09/20260926_PortolaDay1_EG_016-1536x1024.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2000px) 100vw, 2000px\" />\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Axl Jones, left, and partner Chris Weachock make their way through the festival grounds during day one of Portola on Saturday, Sept. 26, 2026. 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The pair have been friends since their middle school days, and traveled from Reno to attend the festival together.\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\n\n\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\">\u003cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1332\" src=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/09/20260927_PortolaDay2_EG_34.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-13994333\" srcset=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/09/20260927_PortolaDay2_EG_34.jpg 2000w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/09/20260927_PortolaDay2_EG_34-160x107.jpg 160w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/09/20260927_PortolaDay2_EG_34-768x511.jpg 768w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/09/20260927_PortolaDay2_EG_34-1536x1023.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2000px) 100vw, 2000px\" />\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Mariah Kilgore, 23, and Gloriel Ott, 35, watch Zara Larsson perform from the front row of the Pier Stage during day two of Portola on Sunday, Sept. 27, 2026.\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003c/div>\u003c/p>",
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"content": "\n\u003cp>West Berkeley’s \u003ca href=\"https://stainedglassgarden.com/\">Stained Glass Garden\u003c/a> is an active community hub built on artistic expression. Fifty years after opening its doors, in many ways, the glassmaking studio and gallery is a mosaic in and of itself.\u003c/p>\n\n\n\n\u003cp>The venue rents studio space for making fused glass panels and glass lampshades. The organization sells supplies to artists, holds classes for students and, in their gallery, showcases the works of more than 100 local glassmakers. “Many of whom got their start in our classes at some point in time,” says Julie Orchard, Stained Glass Garden owner.\u003c/p>\n\n\n\n\u003cp>The space is open daily, welcoming seasoned professionals, recent retirees and new visitors influenced by Instagram. “There’s a whole new generation of young folks coming out and creating with glass,” says Orchard, who also hosts many longtime glassmakers. “An hour ago I was with a someone who has been our customer for all 50 years. It’s just a wonderful, unique place.”\u003c/p>\n\n\n\n\u003cp>The range of artists who find peace in glasswork will be present on Sunday, Sept. 20, as \u003ca href=\"https://stainedglassgarden.com/blogs/news/50th\">Stained Glass Garden celebrates its 50th birthday\u003c/a> with a block party.\u003c/p>\n\n\n\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\">\u003cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1706\" height=\"2560\" src=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/09/IMG_0144-scaled.jpg\" alt=\"A display of items made of stained glass, including a colorful lamp.\" class=\"wp-image-13993958\" srcset=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/09/IMG_0144-scaled.jpg 1706w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/09/IMG_0144-160x240.jpg 160w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/09/IMG_0144-768x1152.jpg 768w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/09/IMG_0144-1024x1536.jpg 1024w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/09/IMG_0144-1365x2048.jpg 1365w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1706px) 100vw, 1706px\" />\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Stained glass lamp shades are one of many items artists create at Stained Glass Garden in Berkeley. (Kelly Sullivan)\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\n\n\n\u003cp>The event, which includes a community mosaic project and works from students over the past half-century, will take place in Berkeley’s \u003ca href=\"https://www.fourthstreet.com/alllist\">Fourth Street\u003c/a> shopping district. The organization has called the area home long before it turned into the bustling upscale neighborhood it is today, with a Sur la Table, Sephora and Herman Miller outlet all a short walk away.\u003c/p>\n\n\n\n\u003cp>“We were the first store down here,” says Orchard of what was then a small home-studio, founded in 1976 by \u003ca href=\"https://www.instagram.com/glassartmosaics/\">Joan McLean\u003c/a>. Orchard first joined Stained Glass Garden in 2004 and soon “fell in love with glass and all of its aspects,” she says.\u003c/p>\n\n\n\n\u003cp>Now, her glasswork community extends far beyond the shop. “I actually had a student in the delivery room with me when I was having my first child,” Orchard tells me, “and a different student was the pediatrician the next day.”\u003c/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\u003cp>The work itself extends beyond the shop’s walls as well, and can be seen \u003ca href=\"https://www.instagram.com/p/DcgqdR_IVQj/\">throughout the region\u003c/a>. One of the company’s instructors was a part of the team that recently restored the glass at San Francisco’s Grace Cathedral. In the Bay Area, “if you look at a stained glass window in somebody’s house,” she says, “it’s probably from Stained Glass Garden.”\u003c/p>\n\n\n\n\u003cp>When McLean semi-retired in 2008, Orchard took over the store. “She just was a great mentor, and gave me complete freedom to build the store as I saw fit,” Orchard recalls.\u003c/p>\n\n\n\n\u003cp>McLean is officially stepping away this year, making this weekend’s event a bit of a retirement party, as well as an opportunity to see Stained Glass Garden’s next chapter, says Orchard.\u003c/p>\n\n\n\n\u003cp>Eventually, the torch could get passed down in more ways than one.\u003c/p>\n\n\n\n\u003cp>“My 11-year-old daughter,” Orchard says, “just designed, cut, ground and soldered her very first stained glass panel just about two weeks ago.”\u003c/p>\n\n\n\n\u003chr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\" />\n\n\n\n\u003cp>\u003cem>Stained Glass Garden’s 50th anniversary party is Sunday Sept. 20 from 2 p.m. until 5 p.m. at Stained Glass Garden (1800 Fourth Street, Berkeley, CA 94710). \u003ca href=\"https://stainedglassgarden.com/blogs/news/50th\">Check here for more information\u003c/a>. \u003c/em>\u003c/p>\n",
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"content": "\u003cp>At the turn of the millennium, BAPE had the hip-hop world in a veritable headlock. Now, the Japanese streetwear brand has \u003ca href=\"https://us.bape.com/pages/bape-in-the-bay\">a San Francisco storefront\u003c/a>. Their Union Square location soft-launched over the summer, and this Saturday, Aug. 22, its celebrates its official grand opening with a block party.\u003c/p>\n\n\n\n\u003cp>The brick-and-mortar shop will open at 10 a.m. — earlier than usual — while the block party, just around the corner, will run from 1 p.m.–5 p.m. The free, all-ages event features a live performance from \u003ca href=\"https://www.kqed.org/arts/tag/p-lo\">Pinole rapper-producer P-Lo\u003c/a>, as well as DJ sets from \u003ca href=\"https://www.instagram.com/cydneychristine/?hl=en\">Lil CC\u003c/a>, \u003ca href=\"https://www.instagram.com/shabazzo/?hl=en\">Shabazz\u003c/a> and \u003ca href=\"https://www.kqed.org/arts/13956839/dj-d-sharp\">DJ D Sharp\u003c/a>.\u003c/p>\n\n\n\n\u003cp>“We’ll also be restocking all of our sold-out SF BAPE merch,” adds the store’s assistant manager, \u003ca href=\"https://www.instagram.com/antbankx/\">Ant Bankx\u003c/a>, referring to the special San Francisco-branded apparel that flew off shelves as soon as the store opened. “We’ve had a line every day, out the store,” Bankx attests. “Even for BAPE, that’s not normal.”\u003c/p>\n\n\n\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\">\u003cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1337\" src=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/DSC01315.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-13993110\" srcset=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/DSC01315.jpg 2000w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/DSC01315-160x107.jpg 160w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/DSC01315-768x513.jpg 768w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/DSC01315-1536x1027.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2000px) 100vw, 2000px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Designer Ant Bankx says San Francisco fashion is thriving, but too often overlooked. 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Co-producer of the \u003ca href=\"https://www.instagram.com/cafe_gumbo/\">Cafe Gumbo\u003c/a> streetwear pop-up series, Bankx has also worked with local and nationally recognized brands and retailers, including \u003ca href=\"https://www.oaklandish.com/?gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=19573623042&gbraid=0AAAAADtk0K2CZWJkeivHVJmKH6XT5LS14&gclid=CjwKCAjwy5rUBhB5EiwAIoAtChymH-kRB7MBeeQiFfx6aEmwajIVNvkdcXbMMGqjzCnDPwF94ZQmzBoCKY4QAvD_BwE\">Oaklandish\u003c/a>, \u003ca href=\"http://instagram.com/thestashed/?hl=en\">STASHED SF\u003c/a> and the high-end consignment shop \u003ca href=\"https://shoprelove.com/\">ReLove\u003c/a>.\u003c/p>\n\n\n\n\u003cp>Steeped in Bay Area culture and the world of fashion, Bankx knows all about what’s impeding the region from being credited as a hub for stylish apparel and fly garments.\u003c/p>\n\n\n\n\u003cp>“People want fashion to look like how fashion looks everywhere,” he says — but the Bay Area has always developed a style of its own. “It’s not on anyone else’s terms. We’re not imitating New York or Los Angeles, we’re out here doing our own thing. Setting our own vibe.”\u003c/p>\n\n\n\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\">\u003cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1333\" src=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/GettyImages-2258368806.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-13993099\" srcset=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/GettyImages-2258368806.jpg 2000w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/GettyImages-2258368806-160x107.jpg 160w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/GettyImages-2258368806-768x512.jpg 768w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/GettyImages-2258368806-1536x1024.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2000px) 100vw, 2000px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Union Square in downtown San Francisco, pictured on January 22, 2026. 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While reports of these incidents were accurate, Bankx says the tone online quickly became sensationalized. “Everybody focuses on the negative,” he says.\u003c/p>\n\n\n\n\u003cp>Last year, \u003ca href=\"https://www.sf.gov/news-mayor-lurie-builds-on-downtown-public-safety-progress-with-safety-improvements-ahead-of-busy-holiday-shopping-season\">San Francisco reported\u003c/a> a 40% drop in crime in the area. That came on the heels of a \u003ca href=\"https://www.kqed.org/news/11961449/california-targets-smash-and-grabs-with-267-million-program-aimed-at-brazen-store-thefts\">$267 million dollar\u003c/a> California Highway Patrol program announced in 2023, which aimed to crack down on robberies at shopping areas across the state. And in 2025, San Francisco Mayor Daniel Lurie implemented a \u003ca href=\"https://www.sf.gov/mayor-lurie-launches-sfpd-hospitality-task-force-major-new-effort-to-strengthen-public-safety-drive-economic-comeback\">SFPD Hospitality Task Force\u003c/a>, created specifically to “improve public safety, boost tourism and drive economic recovery in key commercial area(s),” including Union Square.\u003c/p>\n\n\n\n\u003cp>Much like the rest of downtown San Francisco, Union Square is in a state of transition. Since 2020, \u003ca href=\"https://sfstandard.com/2023/04/25/union-square-stores-closing-san-francisco/\">more than 15 stores\u003c/a>, ranging from DSW (Designer Shoe Warehouse) to Saks Fifth Avenue, have left the area. At one point, even Macy’s threatened to vacate its flagship store on the square. This year’s \u003ca href=\"https://www.kqed.org/forum/2010101912760/what-should-replace-san-francisco-centre\">closure of San Francisco’s largest mall\u003c/a>, three blocks away, didn’t help. \u003c/p>\n\n\n\n\u003cp>But in the wake of the mass exodus, new stores have appeared, including \u003ca class=\"\" href=\"https://www.sfgate.com/local/article/viral-toy-store-quietly-opens-bay-area-20771398.php\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Pop Mart\u003c/a>, \u003ca href=\"https://www.bizjournals.com/sanfrancisco/news/2025/08/06/moscot-union-square-geary-fillmore-luxury-eyewear.html\">Moscot\u003c/a>, \u003ca href=\"https://www.nbcbayarea.com/news/local/zara-open-new-flagship-store-san-francisco-union-square/3839664/\">Zara\u003c/a> and a \u003ca href=\"https://abc7news.com/post/nintendo-san-francisco-opens-doors-bringing-gaming-world-union-square-2nd-us-location/16426508/\">Nintendo\u003c/a> store.\u003c/p>\n\n\n\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\">\u003cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1334\" src=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/GettyImages-2252688144.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-13993100\" srcset=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/GettyImages-2252688144.jpg 2000w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/GettyImages-2252688144-160x107.jpg 160w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/GettyImages-2252688144-768x512.jpg 768w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/GettyImages-2252688144-1536x1025.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2000px) 100vw, 2000px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Shoppers wait in the rain outside of the Pop Mart store in San Francisco’s Union Square on Dec. 23, 2025. 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We’re not imitating New York or Los Angeles, we’re out here doing our own thing. Setting our own vibe.”\u003c/p>\n\n\n\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\">\u003cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1333\" src=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/GettyImages-2258368806.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-13993099\" srcset=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/GettyImages-2258368806.jpg 2000w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/GettyImages-2258368806-160x107.jpg 160w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/GettyImages-2258368806-768x512.jpg 768w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/GettyImages-2258368806-1536x1024.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2000px) 100vw, 2000px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Union Square in downtown San Francisco, pictured on January 22, 2026. 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While reports of these incidents were accurate, Bankx says the tone online quickly became sensationalized. “Everybody focuses on the negative,” he says.\u003c/p>\n\n\n\n\u003cp>Last year, \u003ca href=\"https://www.sf.gov/news-mayor-lurie-builds-on-downtown-public-safety-progress-with-safety-improvements-ahead-of-busy-holiday-shopping-season\">San Francisco reported\u003c/a> a 40% drop in crime in the area. That came on the heels of a \u003ca href=\"https://www.kqed.org/news/11961449/california-targets-smash-and-grabs-with-267-million-program-aimed-at-brazen-store-thefts\">$267 million dollar\u003c/a> California Highway Patrol program announced in 2023, which aimed to crack down on robberies at shopping areas across the state. 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This year’s \u003ca href=\"https://www.kqed.org/forum/2010101912760/what-should-replace-san-francisco-centre\">closure of San Francisco’s largest mall\u003c/a>, three blocks away, didn’t help. \u003c/p>\n\n\n\n\u003cp>But in the wake of the mass exodus, new stores have appeared, including \u003ca class=\"\" href=\"https://www.sfgate.com/local/article/viral-toy-store-quietly-opens-bay-area-20771398.php\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Pop Mart\u003c/a>, \u003ca href=\"https://www.bizjournals.com/sanfrancisco/news/2025/08/06/moscot-union-square-geary-fillmore-luxury-eyewear.html\">Moscot\u003c/a>, \u003ca href=\"https://www.nbcbayarea.com/news/local/zara-open-new-flagship-store-san-francisco-union-square/3839664/\">Zara\u003c/a> and a \u003ca href=\"https://abc7news.com/post/nintendo-san-francisco-opens-doors-bringing-gaming-world-union-square-2nd-us-location/16426508/\">Nintendo\u003c/a> store.\u003c/p>\n\n\n\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\">\u003cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1334\" src=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/GettyImages-2252688144.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-13993100\" srcset=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/GettyImages-2252688144.jpg 2000w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/GettyImages-2252688144-160x107.jpg 160w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/GettyImages-2252688144-768x512.jpg 768w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/GettyImages-2252688144-1536x1025.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2000px) 100vw, 2000px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Shoppers wait in the rain outside of the Pop Mart store in San Francisco’s Union Square on Dec. 23, 2025. 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"content": "\u003cdiv class=\"post-body\">\u003cp>\u003cp>Mod Podge drips from my hand as I tightly grip rice paper in my right fist. I lean over a precarious paper lantern in progress, my front teeth securing two wooden rods and my gaze fixed with frustration. What I initially envisioned as a soothing, meditative Thursday night activity at \u003ca href=\"https://www.kqed.org/arts/tag/san-francisco\">San Francisco\u003c/a>’s \u003ca href=\"https://www.kindredstudiosf.com/\">Kindred Studio\u003c/a> is not going as planned.\u003c/p>\n\n\n\n\u003cp>Just as I’m about to give up, the unassuming stranger seated opposite me offers his twist ties with a smile, rescuing my teeth from their ill-conceived role as makeshift clamps. Looking up for the first time in what feels like hours, I notice every paper lantern around the table has taken on a distinct personality. Each attendee is absorbed in their own quiet concentration, yet a feeling of camaraderie emerges through brief exchanges, shared glances and small acts of generosity.\u003c/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\u003cp>Kindred Studio is one of the several new hybrid spaces known as “concept stores” reimagining the Bay Area’s cultural landscape, blurring the boundaries between clothing store, art gallery, music venue and living room. Spaces like San Francisco’s Shop Sommer, The Last Straw, Etta SF and Castle, and Oakland’s \u003ca href=\"https://twotwo.online/?srsltid=AfmBOoq62pmnj2utm6jmqeVw_kLDFZutsIohj0l0VrBE1u_RWVC83IU9\">Two Two\u003c/a>, 3319 Marché and \u003ca href=\"https://www.kqed.org/arts/13952472/couchdate-oakland-community-events-music\">Couchdate\u003c/a>, resemble delightfully idiosyncratic magazines come to life. Their events foster unexpected encounters between artists, tech workers and creative practitioners, forging new relationships amid the Bay Area’s rapidly evolving creative economy.\u003c/p>\n\n\n\n\u003cp>“I think it’s beautiful [when someone] walks in and they’re like, ‘What is this place? Is this a gallery or store? I’m confused,’” says Tai Raino-Tsui, co-owner of \u003ca href=\"https://www.instagram.com/3319marche/?hl=en\">3319 Marché\u003c/a>. “We get that at least once a day.”\u003c/p>\n\n\n\n\u003cp>The confusion is understandable. The concept store is a relatively new phenomenon. The term was first coined in 1991 by sociologist Francesco Morace to define Milan’s 10 Corso Como shop. The model later gained international prominence through stores like London’s Dover Street Market and New York City’s Opening Ceremony, helping popularize the blending of fine art, fashion and retail in the United States. \u003c/p>\n\n\n\n\u003cp>\u003c/p>\u003c/div>",
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"content": "\u003cdiv class=\"post-body\">\u003cp>\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>Today, concept stores are taking over the Bay Area not by storm, but rather a gradual accretion of hybrid retail spaces that are emblematic of the local art scene’s collaborative spirit.\u003c/p>\n\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"wp-block-image\">\n\u003cfigure class=\"aligncenter size-full\">\u003cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1333\" src=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/260807-ConceptStores-19-BL-KQED.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-13992632\" srcset=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/260807-ConceptStores-19-BL-KQED.jpg 2000w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/260807-ConceptStores-19-BL-KQED-160x107.jpg 160w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/260807-ConceptStores-19-BL-KQED-768x512.jpg 768w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/260807-ConceptStores-19-BL-KQED-1536x1024.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2000px) 100vw, 2000px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Tayler Vo sets up a Vietnamese tea set at Kindred Studio, a tearoom and community space, in San Francisco on Aug. 7, 2026. (Beth LaBerge/KQED)\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003c/div>\n\n\n\u003ch2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\u003cstrong>A haven for the creative and curious\u003c/strong>\u003c/h2>\n\n\n\n\u003cp>Kindred Studio is about “being present, meeting people,” emphasizes co-owner Tayler Vo. A self-described introvert searching for community in San Francisco, Vo envisioned a tearoom that could also triple-function as a co-working and workshop space, all meant to foster genuine connection.\u003c/p>\n\n\n\n\u003cp>For Vo, socializing is a lot like tea. “You cannot force it. You have to slow down,” Vo says.\u003c/p>\n\n\n\n\u003cp>Kindred Studio is intentionally split into four sections separated by curtains: a tearoom, a workshop space, a shoes-on living room and a shoes-off living room. This unconventional layout encourages visitors to embrace uncertainty.\u003c/p>\n\n\n\n\u003cp>“I like to say that if it feels weird or uncomfortable, that’s exactly what you should lean into,” Vo explains.\u003c/p>\n\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"wp-block-image\">\n\u003cfigure class=\"aligncenter size-full\">\u003cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1333\" src=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/260807-ConceptStores-17-BL-KQED.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-13992631\" srcset=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/260807-ConceptStores-17-BL-KQED.jpg 2000w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/260807-ConceptStores-17-BL-KQED-160x107.jpg 160w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/260807-ConceptStores-17-BL-KQED-768x512.jpg 768w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/260807-ConceptStores-17-BL-KQED-1536x1024.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2000px) 100vw, 2000px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Tayler Vo at Kindred Studio, a tearoom and community space, in San Francisco on Aug. 7, 2026. (Beth LaBerge/KQED)\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003c/div>\n\n\n\u003cp>Since opening at the beginning of this year, Kindred has hosted a wide array of workshops with local artists, including live figure drawing with Rena Monet and paper lantern workshops with Grace Bishop.\u003c/p>\n\n\n\n\u003cp>Anyone who wants to be part of the Kindred community is invited to contribute to the space. One such collaborator is Sage Kitamorn, a former software engineer turned puzzle maker, whom Vo discovered through his puzzle series, \u003ca href=\"https://cozycubs.club/\">Cozy Cubs Puzzle Club\u003c/a>. “I have a feeling she had already read every word on my website,” Kitamorn says, “because she already knew the core shape of what I do in my weird little art project.”\u003c/p>\n\n\n\n\u003cp>The proliferation of concept stores over the past several years attests to Bay Area audiences’ appetite for the unknown and unfamiliar. Oakland-based artist Derwin Deon Brown II recently hosted a community lecture and hi-fi listening session at Kindred Studio for his traveling installation, \u003ca href=\"https://blackamericansoundsystem.org/\">Black American Sound System\u003c/a>. Brown II describes his experience as “incredibly affirming.”\u003c/p>\n\n\n\n\u003cp>“The audience wasn’t just listening blindly; they were genuinely engaged,” he says. “People are hungry for spaces where music can be experienced as something deeper than entertainment.”\u003c/p>\n\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"wp-block-image\">\n\u003cfigure class=\"aligncenter size-full\">\u003cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1333\" src=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/260807-ConceptStores-09-BL-KQED.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-13992629\" srcset=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/260807-ConceptStores-09-BL-KQED.jpg 2000w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/260807-ConceptStores-09-BL-KQED-160x107.jpg 160w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/260807-ConceptStores-09-BL-KQED-768x512.jpg 768w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/260807-ConceptStores-09-BL-KQED-1536x1024.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2000px) 100vw, 2000px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">CC Doan, founder and curator of Two Two, at the Oakland shop on Aug. 7, 2026. The shop features clothing and accessories from independent designers and artists and hosts workshops. (Beth LaBerge/KQED)\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003c/div>\n\n\n\u003ch2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\u003cstrong>Making room for artistic experiments\u003c/strong>\u003c/h2>\n\n\n\n\u003cp>Oakland concept store Two Two arose from a similar observation by its founder, CC Doan. “When I moved here, I felt like … a weirdo in places,” she says. “People looked at me like I was pretentious…because I cared about fashion. I was like, ‘OK, if there are 10 other people like me, there’s probably 100 other people like me out in these streets.’”\u003c/p>\n\n\n\n\u003cp>Two Two showcases work by local, national and international designers, and they’ve hosted over 120 workshops and events since 2022. Subjects include beeswax candle-making with Ravenne Swaner of Lucky Star Candles and a recent incense-making workshop with Hyungi Park.\u003c/p>\n\n\n\n\u003cp>“Every time I return, it feels both familiar and completely different,” Park observes. “It’s a space that continually evolves while still feeling welcoming.”\u003c/p>\n\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"wp-block-image\">\n\u003cfigure class=\"aligncenter size-full\">\u003cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1333\" src=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/260807-ConceptStores-08-BL-KQED.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-13992628\" srcset=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/260807-ConceptStores-08-BL-KQED.jpg 2000w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/260807-ConceptStores-08-BL-KQED-160x107.jpg 160w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/260807-ConceptStores-08-BL-KQED-768x512.jpg 768w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/260807-ConceptStores-08-BL-KQED-1536x1024.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2000px) 100vw, 2000px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">CC Doan, founder and curator of Two Two, at the Oakland shop on Aug. 7, 2026. The shop features clothing and accessories from independent designers and artists and hosts workshops. (Beth LaBerge/KQED)\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003c/div>\n\n\n\u003cp>The clothing designers featured at Two Two embrace that experimental mindset. Local artist Isabella Manfredi’s hand-sewn clothing, screen-printed with designs inspired by sunflower sea stars and her grandfather’s tools, is an extension of her artistic practice.\u003c/p>\n\n\n\n\u003cp>“I appreciate showing my work in a context that is as conceptual as a gallery space,” Manfredi says. “Everything that enters the space is filtered through an artful lens or sought out because it is art.”\u003c/p>\n\n\n\n\u003ch2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\u003cstrong>Bringing different scenes together\u003c/strong>\u003c/h2>\n\n\n\n\u003cp>Just one street over from Two Two is 3319 Marché, which opened in 2024 with a focus on contemporary and vintage clothing, music and art. Founded by born-and-raised Oaklanders Tai Raino-Tsui and Marco Verdin, the shop emerged from the duo’s desire to create a “fashion and design destination” they felt Oakland was missing.\u003c/p>\n\n\n\n\u003cp>While some people might associate the Bay Area with Patagonia and the “tech-bro aesthetic,” Verdin says a considerable shift is happening. “It’s like that demographic is also looking to get outside the box a little bit,” Verdin says.\u003c/p>\n\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"wp-block-image\">\n\u003cfigure class=\"aligncenter size-full\">\u003cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1999\" height=\"1333\" src=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/260807-ConceptStores-06-BL_qed.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-13992676\" srcset=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/260807-ConceptStores-06-BL_qed.jpg 1999w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/260807-ConceptStores-06-BL_qed-160x107.jpg 160w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/260807-ConceptStores-06-BL_qed-768x512.jpg 768w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/260807-ConceptStores-06-BL_qed-1536x1024.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1999px) 100vw, 1999px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Co-founder Marco Verdin embroiders a garment at 3319 Marché in Oakland on Aug. 7, 2026. The vintage and designer clothing store also serves as a creative space for art, music and community events. (Beth LaBerge/KQED)\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003c/div>\n\n\n\u003cp>Raino-Tsui asserts that the overarching mission of the space is to create “a new wave of cultural renaissance from within.” 3319 Marché has hosted performances by prominent Bay Area musicians like Kehlani, Toro y Moi and Ovrkast. Visual artists Phillip Okonma and \u003ca href=\"https://www.kqed.org/arts/13932138/esteban-raheem-abdul-raheem-samayoa-pt-2\">Esteban Samayoa\u003c/a> have shown their work there, and Samayoa’s exhibition doubled as a toy, coat and food drive. \u003c/p>\n\n\n\n\u003cp>While ham-fisted intersections between tech and art can often feel awkward, the Bay Area’s concept stores bring together artists, designers, makers, technologists and curious neighbors with surprising ease. 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"content": "\u003cp>\u003ca href=\"https://www.kqed.org/arts/tag/outside-lands\">Outside Lands\u003c/a> always poses a unique challenge to festivalgoers: How can you look cute without freezing in foggy fields of Golden Gate Park? This weekend’s attendees were up to the test, and photographer Estefany Gonzalez was on the scene to capture the best in festival fashion.\u003c/p>\n\n\n\n\u003cp>\u003cem>\u003cstrong>See more photos and highlights from Outside Lands on \u003ca href=\"https://www.kqed.org/arts/13992518/outside-lands-charli-xcx-panties-glorilla-wet-leg\">Friday\u003c/a>, \u003ca href=\"https://www.kqed.org/arts/13992542/malcolm-todd-pink-pantheress-silvana-estrada-strokes-outside-lands\">Saturday\u003c/a> and \u003ca href=\"https://www.kqed.org/arts/13992579/outside-lands-mariah-the-scientist-kwn-destin-conrad\">Sunday\u003c/a>.\u003c/strong>\u003c/em>\u003c/p>\n\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"wp-block-image\">\n\u003cfigure class=\"aligncenter size-full\">\u003cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1333\" src=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/20260807_OutsideLandsDay1_EG_005_qed.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-13992606\" srcset=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/20260807_OutsideLandsDay1_EG_005_qed.jpg 2000w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/20260807_OutsideLandsDay1_EG_005_qed-160x107.jpg 160w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/20260807_OutsideLandsDay1_EG_005_qed-768x512.jpg 768w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/20260807_OutsideLandsDay1_EG_005_qed-1536x1024.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2000px) 100vw, 2000px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">DJ Lynna Rodriguez watches Papi Payaso perform during the Hot Goth GF takeover of the Dolores’ stage at Outside Lands on Friday, Aug. 7, 2026. (Estefany Gonzalez for KQED)\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003c/div>\n\n\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-5 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\">\u003cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"889\" height=\"1333\" data-id=\"13992619\" src=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/20260809_OutsideLandsDay3_EG_002_qed.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-13992619\" srcset=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/20260809_OutsideLandsDay3_EG_002_qed.jpg 889w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/20260809_OutsideLandsDay3_EG_002_qed-160x240.jpg 160w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/20260809_OutsideLandsDay3_EG_002_qed-768x1152.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 889px) 100vw, 889px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Ellen Winter, 18, left, and friend Zoe Dvorin, 17, wear unintentionally matching outfits to Outside Lands on Sunday, Aug. 9, 2026. The pair were both inspired by Empire of the Sun’s aesthetic.\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\n\n\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\">\u003cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"889\" height=\"1333\" data-id=\"13992621\" src=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/20260809_OutsideLandsDay3_EG_027_qed.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-13992621\" srcset=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/20260809_OutsideLandsDay3_EG_027_qed.jpg 889w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/20260809_OutsideLandsDay3_EG_027_qed-160x240.jpg 160w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/20260809_OutsideLandsDay3_EG_027_qed-768x1152.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 889px) 100vw, 889px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Crystal Weber, 23, takes lipstick to the next level by bedazzling her lips during Outside Lands on Sunday, Aug. 9, 2026.\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003c/figure>\n\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"wp-block-image\">\n\u003cfigure class=\"aligncenter size-large\">\u003cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1333\" src=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/20260809_OutsideLandsDay3_EG_021_qed.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-13992620\" srcset=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/20260809_OutsideLandsDay3_EG_021_qed.jpg 2000w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/20260809_OutsideLandsDay3_EG_021_qed-160x107.jpg 160w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/20260809_OutsideLandsDay3_EG_021_qed-768x512.jpg 768w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/20260809_OutsideLandsDay3_EG_021_qed-1536x1024.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2000px) 100vw, 2000px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Brittney Vazquez, center, Katie Szabados and friends dance as kwn performs at Outside Lands on Sunday, Aug. 9, 2026.\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003c/div>\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"wp-block-image\">\n\u003cfigure class=\"aligncenter size-full\">\u003cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1333\" src=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/OSL_Plantz.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-13992640\" srcset=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/OSL_Plantz.jpg 2000w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/OSL_Plantz-160x107.jpg 160w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/OSL_Plantz-768x512.jpg 768w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/OSL_Plantz-1536x1024.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2000px) 100vw, 2000px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Aaron Plantz, 31, wears a fringe western shirt with fun pops of color to Outside Lands on Sunday, Aug. 9, 2026. (Estefany Gonzalez for KQED)\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003c/div>\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"wp-block-image\">\n\u003cfigure class=\"aligncenter size-full\">\u003cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1333\" src=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/20260807_OutsideLandsDay2_EG_029_qed.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-13992617\" srcset=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/20260807_OutsideLandsDay2_EG_029_qed.jpg 2000w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/20260807_OutsideLandsDay2_EG_029_qed-160x107.jpg 160w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/20260807_OutsideLandsDay2_EG_029_qed-768x512.jpg 768w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/20260807_OutsideLandsDay2_EG_029_qed-1536x1024.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2000px) 100vw, 2000px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Jon Aguayo, 27, and partner Nadine Aderhold, 27, watch Silvana Estrada perform at Outside Lands on Saturday, Aug. 8, 2026. The two have attended the festival together for the past five years. (Estefany Gonzalez for KQED)\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003c/div>\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"wp-block-image\">\n\u003cfigure class=\"aligncenter size-full\">\u003cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1333\" src=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/20260809_OutsideLandsDay3_EG_003_qed.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-13992583\" srcset=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/20260809_OutsideLandsDay3_EG_003_qed.jpg 2000w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/20260809_OutsideLandsDay3_EG_003_qed-160x107.jpg 160w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/20260809_OutsideLandsDay3_EG_003_qed-768x512.jpg 768w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/20260809_OutsideLandsDay3_EG_003_qed-1536x1024.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2000px) 100vw, 2000px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Rachael Wilson, 31, shows off her baby bump in a crop top at Outside Lands on Sunday, Aug. 9, 2026. Wilson attended the festival with her husband Patrick Wilson. The pair live San Francisco’s Richmond District and regularly attend the festival. This year marks their first Outside Lands as expecting parents. (Estefany Gonzalez for KQED)\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003c/div>\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"wp-block-image\">\n\u003cfigure class=\"aligncenter size-large\">\u003cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1333\" src=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/20260807_OutsideLandsDay1_EG_010_qed.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-13992608\" srcset=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/20260807_OutsideLandsDay1_EG_010_qed.jpg 2000w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/20260807_OutsideLandsDay1_EG_010_qed-160x107.jpg 160w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/20260807_OutsideLandsDay1_EG_010_qed-768x512.jpg 768w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/20260807_OutsideLandsDay1_EG_010_qed-1536x1024.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2000px) 100vw, 2000px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Hex the Deceased, left, performs during the Hot Goth GF takeover of the Dolores’ stage at Outside Lands on Friday, Aug. 7, 2026. (Estefany Gonzalez for KQED)\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003c/div>\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"wp-block-image\">\n\u003cfigure class=\"aligncenter size-full\">\u003cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1333\" src=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/20260809_OutsideLandsDay3_EG_031_qed.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-13992592\" srcset=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/20260809_OutsideLandsDay3_EG_031_qed.jpg 2000w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/20260809_OutsideLandsDay3_EG_031_qed-160x107.jpg 160w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/20260809_OutsideLandsDay3_EG_031_qed-768x512.jpg 768w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/20260809_OutsideLandsDay3_EG_031_qed-1536x1024.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2000px) 100vw, 2000px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Married couple Ryan and Hep Durham wear matching space suits to Outside Lands on Sunday, Aug. 9, 2026. (Estefany Gonzalez for KQED)\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003c/div>\n\n\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-6 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\">\u003cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1333\" data-id=\"13992614\" src=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/20260807_OutsideLandsDay2_EG_022_qed.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-13992614\" srcset=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/20260807_OutsideLandsDay2_EG_022_qed.jpg 2000w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/20260807_OutsideLandsDay2_EG_022_qed-160x107.jpg 160w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/20260807_OutsideLandsDay2_EG_022_qed-768x512.jpg 768w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/20260807_OutsideLandsDay2_EG_022_qed-1536x1024.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2000px) 100vw, 2000px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">From left, Alana Kapust, Chelsea Geyer and Andrew George wear matching butterfly outfits to Outside Lands on Saturday, Aug. 8, 2026. (Estefany Gonzalez for KQED)\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\n\n\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\">\u003cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1333\" data-id=\"13992615\" src=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/20260807_OutsideLandsDay2_EG_023_qed.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-13992615\" srcset=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/20260807_OutsideLandsDay2_EG_023_qed.jpg 2000w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/20260807_OutsideLandsDay2_EG_023_qed-160x107.jpg 160w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/20260807_OutsideLandsDay2_EG_023_qed-768x512.jpg 768w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/20260807_OutsideLandsDay2_EG_023_qed-1536x1024.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2000px) 100vw, 2000px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">The friends show off their hair decorations. (Estefany Gonzalez for KQED)\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003c/figure>\n\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"wp-block-image\">\n\u003cfigure class=\"aligncenter size-full\">\u003cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1333\" src=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/20260807_OutsideLandsDay2_EG_005_qed.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-13992544\" srcset=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/20260807_OutsideLandsDay2_EG_005_qed.jpg 2000w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/20260807_OutsideLandsDay2_EG_005_qed-160x107.jpg 160w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/20260807_OutsideLandsDay2_EG_005_qed-768x512.jpg 768w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/20260807_OutsideLandsDay2_EG_005_qed-1536x1024.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2000px) 100vw, 2000px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Nicki Jizz host Reparations during the Oasis takeover of the Dolores’ stage at Outside Lands on Saturday, Aug. 8, 2026. (Estefany Gonzalez for KQED)\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003c/div>\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"wp-block-image\">\n\u003cfigure class=\"aligncenter size-full\">\u003cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1333\" src=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/20260807_OutsideLandsDay2_EG_007_qed.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-13992611\" srcset=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/20260807_OutsideLandsDay2_EG_007_qed.jpg 2000w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/20260807_OutsideLandsDay2_EG_007_qed-160x107.jpg 160w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/20260807_OutsideLandsDay2_EG_007_qed-768x512.jpg 768w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/20260807_OutsideLandsDay2_EG_007_qed-1536x1024.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2000px) 100vw, 2000px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Papria Bhuiyan, 26, left, and bestie Mel Malithong, 26, pick up free flowers at Flower Lands, an interactive floral experience at Outside Lands on Saturday, Aug. 8, 2026. The pair traveled from Texas to attend the festival. (Estefany Gonzalez for KQED)\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003c/div>\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"wp-block-image\">\n\u003cfigure class=\"aligncenter size-full\">\u003cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1333\" src=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/20260807_OutsideLandsDay2_EG_026_qed.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-13992616\" srcset=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/20260807_OutsideLandsDay2_EG_026_qed.jpg 2000w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/20260807_OutsideLandsDay2_EG_026_qed-160x107.jpg 160w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/20260807_OutsideLandsDay2_EG_026_qed-768x512.jpg 768w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/20260807_OutsideLandsDay2_EG_026_qed-1536x1024.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2000px) 100vw, 2000px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Imani Thomas, 32, wears special hair clips her friend custom made for her to sport at Outside Lands on Saturday, Aug. 8, 2026. (Estefany Gonzalez for KQED)\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003c/div>\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"wp-block-image\">\n\u003cfigure class=\"aligncenter size-full\">\u003cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1333\" src=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/20260807_OutsideLandsDay2_EG_003_qed.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-13992610\" srcset=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/20260807_OutsideLandsDay2_EG_003_qed.jpg 2000w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/20260807_OutsideLandsDay2_EG_003_qed-160x107.jpg 160w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/20260807_OutsideLandsDay2_EG_003_qed-768x512.jpg 768w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/20260807_OutsideLandsDay2_EG_003_qed-1536x1024.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2000px) 100vw, 2000px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Alex Jones, left, watches Reparations hosted by Nicki Jizz and DJ Newoncé during the Oasis takeover of the Dolores’ stage at Outside Lands on Saturday, Aug. 8, 2026. Jones traveled from North Carolina to attend the festival. (Estefany Gonzalez for KQED)\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003c/div>\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"wp-block-image\">\n\u003cfigure class=\"aligncenter size-full\">\u003cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1999\" height=\"1333\" src=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/20260809_OutsideLandsDay3_EG_022_qed.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-13992588\" srcset=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/20260809_OutsideLandsDay3_EG_022_qed.jpg 1999w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/20260809_OutsideLandsDay3_EG_022_qed-160x107.jpg 160w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/20260809_OutsideLandsDay3_EG_022_qed-768x512.jpg 768w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/20260809_OutsideLandsDay3_EG_022_qed-1536x1024.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1999px) 100vw, 1999px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Jacob Sytsma, 30, and Hannah Yee, 29, watch kwn perform at Outside Lands on Sunday, Aug. 9, 2026. The two were one of the many couples in the crowd as the British songwriter performed. (Estefany Gonzalez for KQED)\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003c/div>\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"wp-block-image\">\n\u003cfigure class=\"aligncenter size-full\">\u003cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1333\" src=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/20260807_OutsideLandsDay2_EG_014_qed.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-13992613\" srcset=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/20260807_OutsideLandsDay2_EG_014_qed.jpg 2000w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/20260807_OutsideLandsDay2_EG_014_qed-160x107.jpg 160w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/20260807_OutsideLandsDay2_EG_014_qed-768x512.jpg 768w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/20260807_OutsideLandsDay2_EG_014_qed-1536x1024.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2000px) 100vw, 2000px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Iman Serag, 29, dresses as the Lorax at Outside Lands on Saturday, Aug. 8, 2026. (Estefany Gonzalez for KQED)\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003c/div>\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"wp-block-image\">\n\u003cfigure class=\"aligncenter size-full\">\u003cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1333\" src=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/20260807_OutsideLandsDay1_EG_030_qed.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-13992530\" srcset=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/20260807_OutsideLandsDay1_EG_030_qed.jpg 2000w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/20260807_OutsideLandsDay1_EG_030_qed-160x107.jpg 160w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/20260807_OutsideLandsDay1_EG_030_qed-768x512.jpg 768w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/20260807_OutsideLandsDay1_EG_030_qed-1536x1024.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2000px) 100vw, 2000px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Adrian Aguinaldo, 25, dances to Tinashe at Outside Lands on Friday, Aug. 7, 2026. 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This weekend’s attendees were up to the test, and photographer Estefany Gonzalez was on the scene to capture the best in festival fashion.\u003c/p>\n\n\n\n\u003cp>\u003cem>\u003cstrong>See more photos and highlights from Outside Lands on \u003ca href=\"https://www.kqed.org/arts/13992518/outside-lands-charli-xcx-panties-glorilla-wet-leg\">Friday\u003c/a>, \u003ca href=\"https://www.kqed.org/arts/13992542/malcolm-todd-pink-pantheress-silvana-estrada-strokes-outside-lands\">Saturday\u003c/a> and \u003ca href=\"https://www.kqed.org/arts/13992579/outside-lands-mariah-the-scientist-kwn-destin-conrad\">Sunday\u003c/a>.\u003c/strong>\u003c/em>\u003c/p>\n\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"wp-block-image\">\n\u003cfigure class=\"aligncenter size-full\">\u003cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1333\" src=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/20260807_OutsideLandsDay1_EG_005_qed.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-13992606\" srcset=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/20260807_OutsideLandsDay1_EG_005_qed.jpg 2000w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/20260807_OutsideLandsDay1_EG_005_qed-160x107.jpg 160w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/20260807_OutsideLandsDay1_EG_005_qed-768x512.jpg 768w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/20260807_OutsideLandsDay1_EG_005_qed-1536x1024.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2000px) 100vw, 2000px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">DJ Lynna Rodriguez watches Papi Payaso perform during the Hot Goth GF takeover of the Dolores’ stage at Outside Lands on Friday, Aug. 7, 2026. (Estefany Gonzalez for KQED)\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003c/div>\n\n\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-5 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\">\u003cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"889\" height=\"1333\" data-id=\"13992619\" src=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/20260809_OutsideLandsDay3_EG_002_qed.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-13992619\" srcset=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/20260809_OutsideLandsDay3_EG_002_qed.jpg 889w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/20260809_OutsideLandsDay3_EG_002_qed-160x240.jpg 160w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/20260809_OutsideLandsDay3_EG_002_qed-768x1152.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 889px) 100vw, 889px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Ellen Winter, 18, left, and friend Zoe Dvorin, 17, wear unintentionally matching outfits to Outside Lands on Sunday, Aug. 9, 2026. The pair were both inspired by Empire of the Sun’s aesthetic.\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\n\n\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\">\u003cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"889\" height=\"1333\" data-id=\"13992621\" src=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/20260809_OutsideLandsDay3_EG_027_qed.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-13992621\" srcset=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/20260809_OutsideLandsDay3_EG_027_qed.jpg 889w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/20260809_OutsideLandsDay3_EG_027_qed-160x240.jpg 160w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/20260809_OutsideLandsDay3_EG_027_qed-768x1152.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 889px) 100vw, 889px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Crystal Weber, 23, takes lipstick to the next level by bedazzling her lips during Outside Lands on Sunday, Aug. 9, 2026.\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003c/figure>\n\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"wp-block-image\">\n\u003cfigure class=\"aligncenter size-large\">\u003cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1333\" src=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/20260809_OutsideLandsDay3_EG_021_qed.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-13992620\" srcset=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/20260809_OutsideLandsDay3_EG_021_qed.jpg 2000w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/20260809_OutsideLandsDay3_EG_021_qed-160x107.jpg 160w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/20260809_OutsideLandsDay3_EG_021_qed-768x512.jpg 768w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/20260809_OutsideLandsDay3_EG_021_qed-1536x1024.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2000px) 100vw, 2000px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Brittney Vazquez, center, Katie Szabados and friends dance as kwn performs at Outside Lands on Sunday, Aug. 9, 2026.\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003c/div>\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"wp-block-image\">\n\u003cfigure class=\"aligncenter size-full\">\u003cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1333\" src=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/OSL_Plantz.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-13992640\" srcset=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/OSL_Plantz.jpg 2000w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/OSL_Plantz-160x107.jpg 160w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/OSL_Plantz-768x512.jpg 768w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/OSL_Plantz-1536x1024.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2000px) 100vw, 2000px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Aaron Plantz, 31, wears a fringe western shirt with fun pops of color to Outside Lands on Sunday, Aug. 9, 2026. (Estefany Gonzalez for KQED)\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003c/div>\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"wp-block-image\">\n\u003cfigure class=\"aligncenter size-full\">\u003cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1333\" src=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/20260807_OutsideLandsDay2_EG_029_qed.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-13992617\" srcset=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/20260807_OutsideLandsDay2_EG_029_qed.jpg 2000w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/20260807_OutsideLandsDay2_EG_029_qed-160x107.jpg 160w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/20260807_OutsideLandsDay2_EG_029_qed-768x512.jpg 768w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/20260807_OutsideLandsDay2_EG_029_qed-1536x1024.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2000px) 100vw, 2000px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Jon Aguayo, 27, and partner Nadine Aderhold, 27, watch Silvana Estrada perform at Outside Lands on Saturday, Aug. 8, 2026. The two have attended the festival together for the past five years. (Estefany Gonzalez for KQED)\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003c/div>\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"wp-block-image\">\n\u003cfigure class=\"aligncenter size-full\">\u003cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1333\" src=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/20260809_OutsideLandsDay3_EG_003_qed.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-13992583\" srcset=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/20260809_OutsideLandsDay3_EG_003_qed.jpg 2000w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/20260809_OutsideLandsDay3_EG_003_qed-160x107.jpg 160w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/20260809_OutsideLandsDay3_EG_003_qed-768x512.jpg 768w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/20260809_OutsideLandsDay3_EG_003_qed-1536x1024.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2000px) 100vw, 2000px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Rachael Wilson, 31, shows off her baby bump in a crop top at Outside Lands on Sunday, Aug. 9, 2026. Wilson attended the festival with her husband Patrick Wilson. The pair live San Francisco’s Richmond District and regularly attend the festival. This year marks their first Outside Lands as expecting parents. (Estefany Gonzalez for KQED)\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003c/div>\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"wp-block-image\">\n\u003cfigure class=\"aligncenter size-large\">\u003cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1333\" src=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/20260807_OutsideLandsDay1_EG_010_qed.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-13992608\" srcset=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/20260807_OutsideLandsDay1_EG_010_qed.jpg 2000w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/20260807_OutsideLandsDay1_EG_010_qed-160x107.jpg 160w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/20260807_OutsideLandsDay1_EG_010_qed-768x512.jpg 768w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/20260807_OutsideLandsDay1_EG_010_qed-1536x1024.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2000px) 100vw, 2000px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Hex the Deceased, left, performs during the Hot Goth GF takeover of the Dolores’ stage at Outside Lands on Friday, Aug. 7, 2026. (Estefany Gonzalez for KQED)\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003c/div>\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"wp-block-image\">\n\u003cfigure class=\"aligncenter size-full\">\u003cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1333\" src=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/20260809_OutsideLandsDay3_EG_031_qed.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-13992592\" srcset=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/20260809_OutsideLandsDay3_EG_031_qed.jpg 2000w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/20260809_OutsideLandsDay3_EG_031_qed-160x107.jpg 160w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/20260809_OutsideLandsDay3_EG_031_qed-768x512.jpg 768w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/20260809_OutsideLandsDay3_EG_031_qed-1536x1024.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2000px) 100vw, 2000px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Married couple Ryan and Hep Durham wear matching space suits to Outside Lands on Sunday, Aug. 9, 2026. (Estefany Gonzalez for KQED)\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003c/div>\n\n\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-6 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\">\u003cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1333\" data-id=\"13992614\" src=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/20260807_OutsideLandsDay2_EG_022_qed.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-13992614\" srcset=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/20260807_OutsideLandsDay2_EG_022_qed.jpg 2000w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/20260807_OutsideLandsDay2_EG_022_qed-160x107.jpg 160w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/20260807_OutsideLandsDay2_EG_022_qed-768x512.jpg 768w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/20260807_OutsideLandsDay2_EG_022_qed-1536x1024.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2000px) 100vw, 2000px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">From left, Alana Kapust, Chelsea Geyer and Andrew George wear matching butterfly outfits to Outside Lands on Saturday, Aug. 8, 2026. (Estefany Gonzalez for KQED)\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\n\n\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\">\u003cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1333\" data-id=\"13992615\" src=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/20260807_OutsideLandsDay2_EG_023_qed.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-13992615\" srcset=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/20260807_OutsideLandsDay2_EG_023_qed.jpg 2000w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/20260807_OutsideLandsDay2_EG_023_qed-160x107.jpg 160w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/20260807_OutsideLandsDay2_EG_023_qed-768x512.jpg 768w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/20260807_OutsideLandsDay2_EG_023_qed-1536x1024.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2000px) 100vw, 2000px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">The friends show off their hair decorations. (Estefany Gonzalez for KQED)\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003c/figure>\n\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"wp-block-image\">\n\u003cfigure class=\"aligncenter size-full\">\u003cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1333\" src=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/20260807_OutsideLandsDay2_EG_005_qed.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-13992544\" srcset=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/20260807_OutsideLandsDay2_EG_005_qed.jpg 2000w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/20260807_OutsideLandsDay2_EG_005_qed-160x107.jpg 160w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/20260807_OutsideLandsDay2_EG_005_qed-768x512.jpg 768w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/20260807_OutsideLandsDay2_EG_005_qed-1536x1024.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2000px) 100vw, 2000px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Nicki Jizz host Reparations during the Oasis takeover of the Dolores’ stage at Outside Lands on Saturday, Aug. 8, 2026. (Estefany Gonzalez for KQED)\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003c/div>\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"wp-block-image\">\n\u003cfigure class=\"aligncenter size-full\">\u003cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1333\" src=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/20260807_OutsideLandsDay2_EG_007_qed.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-13992611\" srcset=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/20260807_OutsideLandsDay2_EG_007_qed.jpg 2000w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/20260807_OutsideLandsDay2_EG_007_qed-160x107.jpg 160w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/20260807_OutsideLandsDay2_EG_007_qed-768x512.jpg 768w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/20260807_OutsideLandsDay2_EG_007_qed-1536x1024.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2000px) 100vw, 2000px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Papria Bhuiyan, 26, left, and bestie Mel Malithong, 26, pick up free flowers at Flower Lands, an interactive floral experience at Outside Lands on Saturday, Aug. 8, 2026. The pair traveled from Texas to attend the festival. (Estefany Gonzalez for KQED)\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003c/div>\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"wp-block-image\">\n\u003cfigure class=\"aligncenter size-full\">\u003cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1333\" src=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/20260807_OutsideLandsDay2_EG_026_qed.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-13992616\" srcset=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/20260807_OutsideLandsDay2_EG_026_qed.jpg 2000w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/20260807_OutsideLandsDay2_EG_026_qed-160x107.jpg 160w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/20260807_OutsideLandsDay2_EG_026_qed-768x512.jpg 768w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/20260807_OutsideLandsDay2_EG_026_qed-1536x1024.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2000px) 100vw, 2000px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Imani Thomas, 32, wears special hair clips her friend custom made for her to sport at Outside Lands on Saturday, Aug. 8, 2026. (Estefany Gonzalez for KQED)\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003c/div>\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"wp-block-image\">\n\u003cfigure class=\"aligncenter size-full\">\u003cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1333\" src=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/20260807_OutsideLandsDay2_EG_003_qed.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-13992610\" srcset=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/20260807_OutsideLandsDay2_EG_003_qed.jpg 2000w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/20260807_OutsideLandsDay2_EG_003_qed-160x107.jpg 160w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/20260807_OutsideLandsDay2_EG_003_qed-768x512.jpg 768w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/20260807_OutsideLandsDay2_EG_003_qed-1536x1024.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2000px) 100vw, 2000px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Alex Jones, left, watches Reparations hosted by Nicki Jizz and DJ Newoncé during the Oasis takeover of the Dolores’ stage at Outside Lands on Saturday, Aug. 8, 2026. Jones traveled from North Carolina to attend the festival. (Estefany Gonzalez for KQED)\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003c/div>\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"wp-block-image\">\n\u003cfigure class=\"aligncenter size-full\">\u003cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1999\" height=\"1333\" src=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/20260809_OutsideLandsDay3_EG_022_qed.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-13992588\" srcset=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/20260809_OutsideLandsDay3_EG_022_qed.jpg 1999w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/20260809_OutsideLandsDay3_EG_022_qed-160x107.jpg 160w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/20260809_OutsideLandsDay3_EG_022_qed-768x512.jpg 768w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/20260809_OutsideLandsDay3_EG_022_qed-1536x1024.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1999px) 100vw, 1999px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Jacob Sytsma, 30, and Hannah Yee, 29, watch kwn perform at Outside Lands on Sunday, Aug. 9, 2026. The two were one of the many couples in the crowd as the British songwriter performed. (Estefany Gonzalez for KQED)\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003c/div>\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"wp-block-image\">\n\u003cfigure class=\"aligncenter size-full\">\u003cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1333\" src=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/20260807_OutsideLandsDay2_EG_014_qed.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-13992613\" srcset=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/20260807_OutsideLandsDay2_EG_014_qed.jpg 2000w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/20260807_OutsideLandsDay2_EG_014_qed-160x107.jpg 160w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/20260807_OutsideLandsDay2_EG_014_qed-768x512.jpg 768w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/20260807_OutsideLandsDay2_EG_014_qed-1536x1024.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2000px) 100vw, 2000px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Iman Serag, 29, dresses as the Lorax at Outside Lands on Saturday, Aug. 8, 2026. (Estefany Gonzalez for KQED)\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003c/div>\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"wp-block-image\">\n\u003cfigure class=\"aligncenter size-full\">\u003cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1333\" src=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/20260807_OutsideLandsDay1_EG_030_qed.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-13992530\" srcset=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/20260807_OutsideLandsDay1_EG_030_qed.jpg 2000w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/20260807_OutsideLandsDay1_EG_030_qed-160x107.jpg 160w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/20260807_OutsideLandsDay1_EG_030_qed-768x512.jpg 768w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/20260807_OutsideLandsDay1_EG_030_qed-1536x1024.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2000px) 100vw, 2000px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Adrian Aguinaldo, 25, dances to Tinashe at Outside Lands on Friday, Aug. 7, 2026. (Estefany Gonzalez for KQED)\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003c/div>\u003cp>\u003c/p>\u003c/div>",
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"title": "Charli xcx Made Panties Rain From the Sky at Outside Lands",
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"content": "\u003cp>Charli xcx is a pop star fully in control — obsessive, even. During her taut headlining set at \u003ca href=\"https://www.kqed.org/arts/tag/outside-lands\">Outside Lands\u003c/a> Friday night, every vocal inflection, outfit change and firework explosion felt meticulously placed as she took her audience on an 85-minute ride through her mind, a hall of mirrors where existential questions about music, fame and greatness — and whether any of it really even matters — have become the art itself.\u003c/p>\n\n\n\n\u003cp>Charli emerged onto the dark stage, standing on a massive pyramid made up of metal cages, her back facing the audience. Strobe lights revealed her band, who launched into the guitar-heavy tracks from her latest album, \u003cem>Music, Fashion, Film\u003c/em>. \u003c/p>\n\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"wp-block-image\">\n\u003cfigure class=\"aligncenter size-full\">\u003cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1333\" src=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/20260807_OutsideLandsDay1_EG_055_qed.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-13992523\" srcset=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/20260807_OutsideLandsDay1_EG_055_qed.jpg 2000w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/20260807_OutsideLandsDay1_EG_055_qed-160x107.jpg 160w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/20260807_OutsideLandsDay1_EG_055_qed-768x512.jpg 768w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/20260807_OutsideLandsDay1_EG_055_qed-1536x1024.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2000px) 100vw, 2000px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Charli xcx headlines Outside Lands on Friday, Aug. 7, 2026. (Estefany Gonzalez for KQED)\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003c/div>\n\n\n\u003cp>True to the ultra self-referential record, Charli came off like a rock star \u003cem>playing \u003c/em>a rock star as she head banged while singing the tongue-in-cheek lyrics of “Rock Music.” She followed it up with “Yeah,” a euphoric song about the “a-ha” moment in the songwriting process, when an idea finally clicks. The audience vibrated with palpable joy as they jumped up and down, losing themselves in the deluge of distorted power chords. \u003c/p>\n\n\n\n\u003cp>The concepts in Charli’s \u003cem>Music, Fashion, Film\u003c/em> are heady; it’s an homage to the creative process itself. Yet she turned out a high-energy, sexy spectacle, interweaving the album’s philosophical musings with revamped versions of her club bangers from \u003cem>Brat\u003c/em>, \u003ca href=\"https://www.kqed.org/arts/13966893/charli-xcx-troye-sivan-chase-center-san-francisco-review\">the 2024 album\u003c/a> that catapulted her to pop A-lister after years on the periphery of the mainstream. \u003c/p>\n\n\n\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-1 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\">\u003cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1333\" data-id=\"13992522\" src=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/20260807_OutsideLandsDay1_EG_052_qed.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-13992522\" srcset=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/20260807_OutsideLandsDay1_EG_052_qed.jpg 2000w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/20260807_OutsideLandsDay1_EG_052_qed-160x107.jpg 160w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/20260807_OutsideLandsDay1_EG_052_qed-768x512.jpg 768w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/20260807_OutsideLandsDay1_EG_052_qed-1536x1024.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2000px) 100vw, 2000px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Charli xcx and backup dancers wearing branded T-Shirts at Outside Lands on Friday, Aug. 7, 2026. (Estefany Gonzalez for KQED)\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\n\n\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\">\u003cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1333\" data-id=\"13992524\" src=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/20260807_OutsideLandsDay1_EG_053_qed.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-13992524\" srcset=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/20260807_OutsideLandsDay1_EG_053_qed.jpg 2000w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/20260807_OutsideLandsDay1_EG_053_qed-160x107.jpg 160w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/20260807_OutsideLandsDay1_EG_053_qed-768x512.jpg 768w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/20260807_OutsideLandsDay1_EG_053_qed-1536x1024.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2000px) 100vw, 2000px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">The shirts come off. (Estefany Gonzalez for KQED)\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003c/figure>\n\n\n\n\u003cp>A cavalcade of runway models joined her for “Card Declined,” stripping off white T-shirts emblazoned with the names of high-end designers and revealing black bras and tight abs. They marched behind Charli as she strutted down the catwalk, singing depressive lyrics about whether her \u003cem>Brat \u003c/em>money can buy her luxury brands, a new life and a new personality. Amid elaborate pyrotechnics and sensual choreography, these self-deprecating moments offered glimmers of vulnerability that allowed the audience to emotionally connect with her. \u003c/p>\n\n\n\n\u003cp>[ad fullwidth]\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>With no banter between tracks, Charli performed at a rapid clip, her vocals strong as she writhed on the stage alongside athletic backup dancers or stationed herself at her mic stand, hitting dramatic model-esque poses as her band played. \u003cem>Brat\u003c/em> favorite “365 Party Girl” got a tech house revamp, and panties (specifically, black thongs) rained down from the sky during “Guess,” her flirty song with Billie Eilish. \u003c/p>\n\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"wp-block-image\">\n\u003cfigure class=\"aligncenter size-full\">\u003cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1999\" height=\"1333\" src=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/20260807_OutsideLandsDay1_EG_048_qed.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-13992525\" srcset=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/20260807_OutsideLandsDay1_EG_048_qed.jpg 1999w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/20260807_OutsideLandsDay1_EG_048_qed-160x107.jpg 160w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/20260807_OutsideLandsDay1_EG_048_qed-768x512.jpg 768w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/20260807_OutsideLandsDay1_EG_048_qed-1536x1024.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1999px) 100vw, 1999px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Charli xcx headlines Outside Lands on Friday, Aug. 7, 2026. (Estefany Gonzalez for KQED)\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003c/div>\n\n\n\u003cp>Charli closed her set with “Nothing Lasts Forever,” the final track on \u003cem>Music, Fashion, Film\u003c/em>. It felt like a full-circle moment. After pondering the point of it all (“We’re walking on a runway that goes straight to hell,” she sang on “SS26”), her upbeat live rendition of “Nothing Lasts Forever” was a liberatory reminder that all of this is temporary, and we can do whatever we want. \u003c/p>\n\n\n\n\u003cp>This was Charli shedding the weight of massive expectations in her follow-up to \u003cem>Brat\u003c/em>. The full main stage crowd, tens of thousands of fans deep, danced as if shaking their worries off, too. I left with the itch to go home and make something myself — encouraged to fall back in love with the act of creating. \u003c/p>\n\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"wp-block-image\">\n\u003cfigure class=\"aligncenter size-full\">\u003cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1999\" height=\"1333\" src=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/20260807_OutsideLandsDay1_EG_019_qed.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-13992526\" srcset=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/20260807_OutsideLandsDay1_EG_019_qed.jpg 1999w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/20260807_OutsideLandsDay1_EG_019_qed-160x107.jpg 160w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/20260807_OutsideLandsDay1_EG_019_qed-768x512.jpg 768w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/20260807_OutsideLandsDay1_EG_019_qed-1536x1024.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1999px) 100vw, 1999px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">GloRilla performs at Outside Lands on Friday, Aug. 7, 2026. (Estefany Gonzalez for KQED)\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003c/div>\n\n\n\u003ch2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\u003cstrong>GloRilla brought Memphis to San Francisco\u003c/strong>\u003c/h2>\n\n\n\n\u003cp>In her charming \u003ca href=\"https://www.tiktok.com/@complex/video/7423859703387573535\">Memphis accent\u003c/a>, GloRilla remarked that Outside Lands brought out a “burrtiful” crowd. “I ain’t gon lie, I did not know y’all would be lit and turnt up like this,” she told the audience, pleasantly surprised. \u003c/p>\n\n\n\n\u003cp>Her set of back-to-back baddie anthems kicked off with “Tomorrow 2,” her Cardi B-featuring track that put her on the map four years ago. During “All Dere,” her insanely fit dancers jumped into splits and back handsprings as GloRilla’s ode to booty shaking (“She deserve some hundreds, not no motherfucking ones”) hyped them up.\u003c/p>\n\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"wp-block-image\">\n\u003cfigure class=\"aligncenter size-full\">\u003cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1333\" src=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/20260807_OutsideLandsDay1_EG_024_qed.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-13992527\" srcset=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/20260807_OutsideLandsDay1_EG_024_qed.jpg 2000w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/20260807_OutsideLandsDay1_EG_024_qed-160x107.jpg 160w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/20260807_OutsideLandsDay1_EG_024_qed-768x512.jpg 768w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/20260807_OutsideLandsDay1_EG_024_qed-1536x1024.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2000px) 100vw, 2000px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">GloRilla performs at Outside Lands on Friday, Aug. 7, 2026. (Estefany Gonzalez for KQED)\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003c/div>\n\n\n\u003cp>GloRilla’s confident rapping made me wish she didn’t have such an audible backing track of her vocals. Nonetheless, her sweet, down-to-earth vibe and high-energy performance of hits like “Whatchu Kno About Me” and “TGIF” made Golden Gate Park feel like a big, Southern house party, and the good mood was contagious. \u003c/p>\n\n\n\n\u003ch2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\u003cstrong>A show of strength from Wet Leg\u003c/strong>\u003c/h2>\n\n\n\n\u003cp>Wet Leg frontwoman Rhian Tisdale flexed her impressive biceps as guitars roared during “catch these fists,” the British indie rock band’s track about fending off creeps at a club. On stage Friday afternoon, Tisdale paired her strong voice with irrepressible charisma that made Wet Leg one of the most fun sets of the afternoon to watch. \u003c/p>\n\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"wp-block-image\">\n\u003cfigure class=\"aligncenter size-full\">\u003cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1333\" src=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/20260807_OutsideLandsDay1_EG_016_qed.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-13992536\" srcset=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/20260807_OutsideLandsDay1_EG_016_qed.jpg 2000w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/20260807_OutsideLandsDay1_EG_016_qed-160x107.jpg 160w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/20260807_OutsideLandsDay1_EG_016_qed-768x512.jpg 768w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/20260807_OutsideLandsDay1_EG_016_qed-1536x1024.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2000px) 100vw, 2000px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Wet Leg performs at Outside Lands on Friday, Aug. 7, 2026. (Estefany Gonzalez for KQED)\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003c/div>\n\n\n\u003cp>\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>Whether rocking out on her clear green guitar or wetting her hair and headbanging, she continued to stay in the pocket as the incredibly tight band performed high-octane renditions of “CPR” and “mangetout.” During the latter track, Tisdale invited the audience to scream and let out their frustrations, and they happily obliged, shrieking into the ether. \u003c/p>\n\n\n\n\u003ch2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">More Friday highlights\u003c/h2>\n\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"wp-block-image\">\n\u003cfigure class=\"aligncenter size-full\">\u003cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1999\" height=\"1333\" src=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/20260807_OutsideLandsDay1_EG_047_qed.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-13992534\" srcset=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/20260807_OutsideLandsDay1_EG_047_qed.jpg 1999w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/20260807_OutsideLandsDay1_EG_047_qed-160x107.jpg 160w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/20260807_OutsideLandsDay1_EG_047_qed-768x512.jpg 768w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/20260807_OutsideLandsDay1_EG_047_qed-1536x1024.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1999px) 100vw, 1999px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Turnstile performs at Outside Lands on Friday, Aug. 7, 2026. (Estefany Gonzalez for KQED)\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003c/div>\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"wp-block-image\">\n\u003cfigure class=\"aligncenter size-full\">\u003cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1333\" src=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/20260807_OutsideLandsDay1_EG_040_qed.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-13992533\" srcset=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/20260807_OutsideLandsDay1_EG_040_qed.jpg 2000w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/20260807_OutsideLandsDay1_EG_040_qed-160x107.jpg 160w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/20260807_OutsideLandsDay1_EG_040_qed-768x512.jpg 768w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/20260807_OutsideLandsDay1_EG_040_qed-1536x1024.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2000px) 100vw, 2000px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Turnstile performs at Outside Lands on Friday, Aug. 7, 2026. (Estefany Gonzalez for KQED)\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003c/div>\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"wp-block-image\">\n\u003cfigure class=\"aligncenter size-full\">\u003cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1333\" src=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/20260807_OutsideLandsDay1_EG_033_qed.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-13992531\" srcset=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/20260807_OutsideLandsDay1_EG_033_qed.jpg 2000w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/20260807_OutsideLandsDay1_EG_033_qed-160x107.jpg 160w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/20260807_OutsideLandsDay1_EG_033_qed-768x512.jpg 768w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/20260807_OutsideLandsDay1_EG_033_qed-1536x1024.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2000px) 100vw, 2000px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Thousands of people gather at the Twin Peaks stage as Clipse performs at Outside Lands on Friday, Aug. 7, 2026. (Estefany Gonzalez for KQED)\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003c/div>\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"wp-block-image\">\n\u003cfigure class=\"aligncenter size-full\">\u003cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1333\" src=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/20260807_OutsideLandsDay1_EG_035_qed.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-13992532\" srcset=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/20260807_OutsideLandsDay1_EG_035_qed.jpg 2000w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/20260807_OutsideLandsDay1_EG_035_qed-160x107.jpg 160w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/20260807_OutsideLandsDay1_EG_035_qed-768x512.jpg 768w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/20260807_OutsideLandsDay1_EG_035_qed-1536x1024.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2000px) 100vw, 2000px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Malice performs in his project Clipse at Outside Lands on Friday, Aug. 7, 2026. (Estefany Gonzalez for KQED)\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003c/div>\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"wp-block-image\">\n\u003cfigure class=\"aligncenter size-full\">\u003cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1333\" src=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/20260807_OutsideLandsDay1_EG_028_qed.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-13992537\" srcset=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/20260807_OutsideLandsDay1_EG_028_qed.jpg 2000w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/20260807_OutsideLandsDay1_EG_028_qed-160x107.jpg 160w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/20260807_OutsideLandsDay1_EG_028_qed-768x512.jpg 768w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/20260807_OutsideLandsDay1_EG_028_qed-1536x1024.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2000px) 100vw, 2000px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Tinashe performs at Outside Lands on Friday, Aug. 7, 2026. (Estefany Gonzalez for KQED)\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003c/div>\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"wp-block-image\">\n\u003cfigure class=\"aligncenter size-full\">\u003cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1333\" src=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/20260807_OutsideLandsDay1_EG_030_qed.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-13992530\" srcset=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/20260807_OutsideLandsDay1_EG_030_qed.jpg 2000w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/20260807_OutsideLandsDay1_EG_030_qed-160x107.jpg 160w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/20260807_OutsideLandsDay1_EG_030_qed-768x512.jpg 768w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/20260807_OutsideLandsDay1_EG_030_qed-1536x1024.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2000px) 100vw, 2000px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Adrian Aguinaldo, 25, dances to Tinashe at Outside Lands on Friday, Aug. 7, 2026. (Estefany Gonzalez for KQED)\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003c/div>\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"wp-block-image\">\n\u003cfigure class=\"aligncenter size-full\">\u003cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1910\" height=\"1333\" src=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/20260807_OutsideLandsDay1_EG_011_qed.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-13992535\" srcset=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/20260807_OutsideLandsDay1_EG_011_qed.jpg 1910w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/20260807_OutsideLandsDay1_EG_011_qed-160x112.jpg 160w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/20260807_OutsideLandsDay1_EG_011_qed-768x536.jpg 768w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/20260807_OutsideLandsDay1_EG_011_qed-1536x1072.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1910px) 100vw, 1910px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">From left, Liping Huang, Shah Khan, Sara Harris and Dana Wang wear matching outfits and bedazzled crosses at Outside Lands on Friday, Aug. 7, 2026. (Estefany Gonzalez for KQED)\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003c/div>\n",
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Strobe lights revealed her band, who launched into the guitar-heavy tracks from her latest album, \u003cem>Music, Fashion, Film\u003c/em>. \u003c/p>\n\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"wp-block-image\">\n\u003cfigure class=\"aligncenter size-full\">\u003cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1333\" src=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/20260807_OutsideLandsDay1_EG_055_qed.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-13992523\" srcset=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/20260807_OutsideLandsDay1_EG_055_qed.jpg 2000w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/20260807_OutsideLandsDay1_EG_055_qed-160x107.jpg 160w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/20260807_OutsideLandsDay1_EG_055_qed-768x512.jpg 768w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/20260807_OutsideLandsDay1_EG_055_qed-1536x1024.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2000px) 100vw, 2000px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Charli xcx headlines Outside Lands on Friday, Aug. 7, 2026. (Estefany Gonzalez for KQED)\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003c/div>\n\n\n\u003cp>True to the ultra self-referential record, Charli came off like a rock star \u003cem>playing \u003c/em>a rock star as she head banged while singing the tongue-in-cheek lyrics of “Rock Music.” She followed it up with “Yeah,” a euphoric song about the “a-ha” moment in the songwriting process, when an idea finally clicks. The audience vibrated with palpable joy as they jumped up and down, losing themselves in the deluge of distorted power chords. \u003c/p>\n\n\n\n\u003cp>The concepts in Charli’s \u003cem>Music, Fashion, Film\u003c/em> are heady; it’s an homage to the creative process itself. Yet she turned out a high-energy, sexy spectacle, interweaving the album’s philosophical musings with revamped versions of her club bangers from \u003cem>Brat\u003c/em>, \u003ca href=\"https://www.kqed.org/arts/13966893/charli-xcx-troye-sivan-chase-center-san-francisco-review\">the 2024 album\u003c/a> that catapulted her to pop A-lister after years on the periphery of the mainstream. \u003c/p>\n\n\n\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-1 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\">\u003cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1333\" data-id=\"13992522\" src=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/20260807_OutsideLandsDay1_EG_052_qed.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-13992522\" srcset=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/20260807_OutsideLandsDay1_EG_052_qed.jpg 2000w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/20260807_OutsideLandsDay1_EG_052_qed-160x107.jpg 160w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/20260807_OutsideLandsDay1_EG_052_qed-768x512.jpg 768w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/20260807_OutsideLandsDay1_EG_052_qed-1536x1024.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2000px) 100vw, 2000px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Charli xcx and backup dancers wearing branded T-Shirts at Outside Lands on Friday, Aug. 7, 2026. (Estefany Gonzalez for KQED)\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\n\n\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\">\u003cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1333\" data-id=\"13992524\" src=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/20260807_OutsideLandsDay1_EG_053_qed.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-13992524\" srcset=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/20260807_OutsideLandsDay1_EG_053_qed.jpg 2000w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/20260807_OutsideLandsDay1_EG_053_qed-160x107.jpg 160w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/20260807_OutsideLandsDay1_EG_053_qed-768x512.jpg 768w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/20260807_OutsideLandsDay1_EG_053_qed-1536x1024.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2000px) 100vw, 2000px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">The shirts come off. (Estefany Gonzalez for KQED)\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003c/figure>\n\n\n\n\u003cp>A cavalcade of runway models joined her for “Card Declined,” stripping off white T-shirts emblazoned with the names of high-end designers and revealing black bras and tight abs. They marched behind Charli as she strutted down the catwalk, singing depressive lyrics about whether her \u003cem>Brat \u003c/em>money can buy her luxury brands, a new life and a new personality. Amid elaborate pyrotechnics and sensual choreography, these self-deprecating moments offered glimmers of vulnerability that allowed the audience to emotionally connect with her. \u003c/p>\n\n\n\n\u003cp>\u003c/p>\u003c/div>",
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"content": "\u003cdiv class=\"post-body\">\u003cp>\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>With no banter between tracks, Charli performed at a rapid clip, her vocals strong as she writhed on the stage alongside athletic backup dancers or stationed herself at her mic stand, hitting dramatic model-esque poses as her band played. \u003cem>Brat\u003c/em> favorite “365 Party Girl” got a tech house revamp, and panties (specifically, black thongs) rained down from the sky during “Guess,” her flirty song with Billie Eilish. \u003c/p>\n\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"wp-block-image\">\n\u003cfigure class=\"aligncenter size-full\">\u003cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1999\" height=\"1333\" src=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/20260807_OutsideLandsDay1_EG_048_qed.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-13992525\" srcset=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/20260807_OutsideLandsDay1_EG_048_qed.jpg 1999w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/20260807_OutsideLandsDay1_EG_048_qed-160x107.jpg 160w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/20260807_OutsideLandsDay1_EG_048_qed-768x512.jpg 768w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/20260807_OutsideLandsDay1_EG_048_qed-1536x1024.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1999px) 100vw, 1999px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Charli xcx headlines Outside Lands on Friday, Aug. 7, 2026. (Estefany Gonzalez for KQED)\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003c/div>\n\n\n\u003cp>Charli closed her set with “Nothing Lasts Forever,” the final track on \u003cem>Music, Fashion, Film\u003c/em>. It felt like a full-circle moment. After pondering the point of it all (“We’re walking on a runway that goes straight to hell,” she sang on “SS26”), her upbeat live rendition of “Nothing Lasts Forever” was a liberatory reminder that all of this is temporary, and we can do whatever we want. \u003c/p>\n\n\n\n\u003cp>This was Charli shedding the weight of massive expectations in her follow-up to \u003cem>Brat\u003c/em>. The full main stage crowd, tens of thousands of fans deep, danced as if shaking their worries off, too. I left with the itch to go home and make something myself — encouraged to fall back in love with the act of creating. \u003c/p>\n\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"wp-block-image\">\n\u003cfigure class=\"aligncenter size-full\">\u003cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1999\" height=\"1333\" src=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/20260807_OutsideLandsDay1_EG_019_qed.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-13992526\" srcset=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/20260807_OutsideLandsDay1_EG_019_qed.jpg 1999w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/20260807_OutsideLandsDay1_EG_019_qed-160x107.jpg 160w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/20260807_OutsideLandsDay1_EG_019_qed-768x512.jpg 768w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/20260807_OutsideLandsDay1_EG_019_qed-1536x1024.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1999px) 100vw, 1999px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">GloRilla performs at Outside Lands on Friday, Aug. 7, 2026. (Estefany Gonzalez for KQED)\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003c/div>\n\n\n\u003ch2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\u003cstrong>GloRilla brought Memphis to San Francisco\u003c/strong>\u003c/h2>\n\n\n\n\u003cp>In her charming \u003ca href=\"https://www.tiktok.com/@complex/video/7423859703387573535\">Memphis accent\u003c/a>, GloRilla remarked that Outside Lands brought out a “burrtiful” crowd. “I ain’t gon lie, I did not know y’all would be lit and turnt up like this,” she told the audience, pleasantly surprised. \u003c/p>\n\n\n\n\u003cp>Her set of back-to-back baddie anthems kicked off with “Tomorrow 2,” her Cardi B-featuring track that put her on the map four years ago. During “All Dere,” her insanely fit dancers jumped into splits and back handsprings as GloRilla’s ode to booty shaking (“She deserve some hundreds, not no motherfucking ones”) hyped them up.\u003c/p>\n\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"wp-block-image\">\n\u003cfigure class=\"aligncenter size-full\">\u003cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1333\" src=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/20260807_OutsideLandsDay1_EG_024_qed.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-13992527\" srcset=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/20260807_OutsideLandsDay1_EG_024_qed.jpg 2000w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/20260807_OutsideLandsDay1_EG_024_qed-160x107.jpg 160w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/20260807_OutsideLandsDay1_EG_024_qed-768x512.jpg 768w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/20260807_OutsideLandsDay1_EG_024_qed-1536x1024.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2000px) 100vw, 2000px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">GloRilla performs at Outside Lands on Friday, Aug. 7, 2026. (Estefany Gonzalez for KQED)\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003c/div>\n\n\n\u003cp>GloRilla’s confident rapping made me wish she didn’t have such an audible backing track of her vocals. Nonetheless, her sweet, down-to-earth vibe and high-energy performance of hits like “Whatchu Kno About Me” and “TGIF” made Golden Gate Park feel like a big, Southern house party, and the good mood was contagious. \u003c/p>\n\n\n\n\u003ch2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\u003cstrong>A show of strength from Wet Leg\u003c/strong>\u003c/h2>\n\n\n\n\u003cp>Wet Leg frontwoman Rhian Tisdale flexed her impressive biceps as guitars roared during “catch these fists,” the British indie rock band’s track about fending off creeps at a club. On stage Friday afternoon, Tisdale paired her strong voice with irrepressible charisma that made Wet Leg one of the most fun sets of the afternoon to watch. \u003c/p>\n\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"wp-block-image\">\n\u003cfigure class=\"aligncenter size-full\">\u003cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1333\" src=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/20260807_OutsideLandsDay1_EG_016_qed.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-13992536\" srcset=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/20260807_OutsideLandsDay1_EG_016_qed.jpg 2000w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/20260807_OutsideLandsDay1_EG_016_qed-160x107.jpg 160w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/20260807_OutsideLandsDay1_EG_016_qed-768x512.jpg 768w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/20260807_OutsideLandsDay1_EG_016_qed-1536x1024.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2000px) 100vw, 2000px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Wet Leg performs at Outside Lands on Friday, Aug. 7, 2026. (Estefany Gonzalez for KQED)\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003c/div>\n\n\n\u003cp>\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>Whether rocking out on her clear green guitar or wetting her hair and headbanging, she continued to stay in the pocket as the incredibly tight band performed high-octane renditions of “CPR” and “mangetout.” During the latter track, Tisdale invited the audience to scream and let out their frustrations, and they happily obliged, shrieking into the ether. \u003c/p>\n\n\n\n\u003ch2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">More Friday highlights\u003c/h2>\n\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"wp-block-image\">\n\u003cfigure class=\"aligncenter size-full\">\u003cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1999\" height=\"1333\" src=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/20260807_OutsideLandsDay1_EG_047_qed.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-13992534\" srcset=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/20260807_OutsideLandsDay1_EG_047_qed.jpg 1999w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/20260807_OutsideLandsDay1_EG_047_qed-160x107.jpg 160w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/20260807_OutsideLandsDay1_EG_047_qed-768x512.jpg 768w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/20260807_OutsideLandsDay1_EG_047_qed-1536x1024.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1999px) 100vw, 1999px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Turnstile performs at Outside Lands on Friday, Aug. 7, 2026. (Estefany Gonzalez for KQED)\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003c/div>\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"wp-block-image\">\n\u003cfigure class=\"aligncenter size-full\">\u003cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1333\" src=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/20260807_OutsideLandsDay1_EG_040_qed.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-13992533\" srcset=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/20260807_OutsideLandsDay1_EG_040_qed.jpg 2000w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/20260807_OutsideLandsDay1_EG_040_qed-160x107.jpg 160w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/20260807_OutsideLandsDay1_EG_040_qed-768x512.jpg 768w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/20260807_OutsideLandsDay1_EG_040_qed-1536x1024.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2000px) 100vw, 2000px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Turnstile performs at Outside Lands on Friday, Aug. 7, 2026. (Estefany Gonzalez for KQED)\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003c/div>\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"wp-block-image\">\n\u003cfigure class=\"aligncenter size-full\">\u003cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1333\" src=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/20260807_OutsideLandsDay1_EG_033_qed.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-13992531\" srcset=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/20260807_OutsideLandsDay1_EG_033_qed.jpg 2000w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/20260807_OutsideLandsDay1_EG_033_qed-160x107.jpg 160w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/20260807_OutsideLandsDay1_EG_033_qed-768x512.jpg 768w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/20260807_OutsideLandsDay1_EG_033_qed-1536x1024.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2000px) 100vw, 2000px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Thousands of people gather at the Twin Peaks stage as Clipse performs at Outside Lands on Friday, Aug. 7, 2026. (Estefany Gonzalez for KQED)\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003c/div>\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"wp-block-image\">\n\u003cfigure class=\"aligncenter size-full\">\u003cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1333\" src=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/20260807_OutsideLandsDay1_EG_035_qed.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-13992532\" srcset=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/20260807_OutsideLandsDay1_EG_035_qed.jpg 2000w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/20260807_OutsideLandsDay1_EG_035_qed-160x107.jpg 160w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/20260807_OutsideLandsDay1_EG_035_qed-768x512.jpg 768w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/20260807_OutsideLandsDay1_EG_035_qed-1536x1024.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2000px) 100vw, 2000px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Malice performs in his project Clipse at Outside Lands on Friday, Aug. 7, 2026. (Estefany Gonzalez for KQED)\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003c/div>\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"wp-block-image\">\n\u003cfigure class=\"aligncenter size-full\">\u003cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1333\" src=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/20260807_OutsideLandsDay1_EG_028_qed.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-13992537\" srcset=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/20260807_OutsideLandsDay1_EG_028_qed.jpg 2000w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/20260807_OutsideLandsDay1_EG_028_qed-160x107.jpg 160w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/20260807_OutsideLandsDay1_EG_028_qed-768x512.jpg 768w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/20260807_OutsideLandsDay1_EG_028_qed-1536x1024.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2000px) 100vw, 2000px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Tinashe performs at Outside Lands on Friday, Aug. 7, 2026. (Estefany Gonzalez for KQED)\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003c/div>\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"wp-block-image\">\n\u003cfigure class=\"aligncenter size-full\">\u003cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1333\" src=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/20260807_OutsideLandsDay1_EG_030_qed.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-13992530\" srcset=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/20260807_OutsideLandsDay1_EG_030_qed.jpg 2000w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/20260807_OutsideLandsDay1_EG_030_qed-160x107.jpg 160w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/20260807_OutsideLandsDay1_EG_030_qed-768x512.jpg 768w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/20260807_OutsideLandsDay1_EG_030_qed-1536x1024.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2000px) 100vw, 2000px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Adrian Aguinaldo, 25, dances to Tinashe at Outside Lands on Friday, Aug. 7, 2026. (Estefany Gonzalez for KQED)\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003c/div>\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"wp-block-image\">\n\u003cfigure class=\"aligncenter size-full\">\u003cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1910\" height=\"1333\" src=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/20260807_OutsideLandsDay1_EG_011_qed.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-13992535\" srcset=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/20260807_OutsideLandsDay1_EG_011_qed.jpg 1910w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/20260807_OutsideLandsDay1_EG_011_qed-160x112.jpg 160w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/20260807_OutsideLandsDay1_EG_011_qed-768x536.jpg 768w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/20260807_OutsideLandsDay1_EG_011_qed-1536x1072.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1910px) 100vw, 1910px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">From left, Liping Huang, Shah Khan, Sara Harris and Dana Wang wear matching outfits and bedazzled crosses at Outside Lands on Friday, Aug. 7, 2026. 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"content": "\u003cdiv class=\"post-body\">\u003cp>\n\u003cp>\u003ca href=\"https://www.kqed.org/arts/tag/east-palo-alto\">East Palo Alto\u003c/a> is often overshadowed by the neighboring city of Palo Alto, one of the Bay Area’s tech powerhouses. But it was a different story this past Sunday, when the newest youth center in East Palo Alto welcomed all generations for music from Vallejo’s own Con Funk Shun. \u003c/p>\n\n\n\n\u003cp>\u003ca href=\"https://epacenter.org/\">EPACENTER\u003c/a> officially opened its doors in 2022, with input from the city’s youth. As a space for students to cultivate their creativity, it offers workshops and studio space for design, art, dance, fashion and more.\u003c/p>\n\n\n\n\u003cp>More recently, they’ve expanded their programming to include the community’s elders. That includes this year’s summertime concert series, which before Sunday’s show had hosted artists like Sheila E., Tony Lindsay and Pete Escovedo. In an effort to make the concerts accessible to the community, tickets for East Palo Alto residents were offered at one-third the cost of general entry. \u003c/p>\n\n\n\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\">\u003cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1333\" src=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/07/260726-EPACenter-JY-09-KQED.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-13992123\" srcset=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/07/260726-EPACenter-JY-09-KQED.jpg 2000w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/07/260726-EPACenter-JY-09-KQED-160x107.jpg 160w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/07/260726-EPACenter-JY-09-KQED-768x512.jpg 768w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/07/260726-EPACenter-JY-09-KQED-1536x1024.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2000px) 100vw, 2000px\" />\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Cassandra Wilson, left, and Margaret Blackwell, right, enjoy the music as Con Funk Shun plays at EPACENTER in East Palo Alto on Sunday, July 26, 2026. (Juliana Yamada for KQED)\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\n\n\n\u003cp>With Con Funk Shun onstage to close out the concert series, the sun shined on stage, while a metaphorical light shined throughout the crowd. People spent the band’s set dancing, smiling and connecting.\u003c/p>\n\n\n\n\u003cp>Many in attendance remembered the site, in an industrial area on Bay Road, before EPACENTER was built. \u003c/p>\n\n\n\n\u003cp>“ I think it was a tire company, a moving company. It was a couple of different things that used to be in this area before they converted it over here to this good space that we never got to utilize before,” said Kabaila Everett, who came to the event with her mother Carol Dozier. \u003c/p>\n\n\n\n\u003cp>While the makeup of the crowd was older, many were excited to see that the next generation in East Palo Alto now has a space to cultivate their interests.\u003c/p>\n\n\n\n\u003cp>Both inside and outside the building, the impact of the students is visible in every corner. The signs above the entryway and the cafe read “Welcome” in English, “Bienvenido” in Spanish and “Talitali Fiefia” in Tongan to accommodate the diversity of the community that EPACENTER serves. \u003c/p>\n\n\n\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\">\u003cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1333\" src=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/07/260726-EPACenter-JY-08-KQED.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-13992122\" srcset=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/07/260726-EPACenter-JY-08-KQED.jpg 2000w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/07/260726-EPACenter-JY-08-KQED-160x107.jpg 160w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/07/260726-EPACenter-JY-08-KQED-768x512.jpg 768w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/07/260726-EPACenter-JY-08-KQED-1536x1024.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2000px) 100vw, 2000px\" />\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Felton Pilate of Con Funk Shun sings at EPACENTER in East Palo Alto on Sunday, July 26, 2026. (Juliana Yamada for KQED)\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\n\n\n\u003cp>Staci Edwards, the center’s strategic initiative associate, remembers being in middle school and wanting to take up playing the guitar, but there were few places in East Palo Alto where she could learn. Luckily, her sister attended a college preparatory program, and Edwards was able to take lessons in the same building.\u003c/p>\n\n\n\n\u003cp>In that same room where she played guitar, she would also join a group that led to the beginning of EPACENTER. With the help of the community’s youth, the vision for the center came to life. \u003c/p>\n\n\n\n\u003cp>“ I was excited,” Edwards said. “Just the idea of just being able to imagine what this could become, and how this could help our community, and give more opportunities to the youth in our community, was such an exhilarating feeling within itself.”\u003c/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\u003cp>On Sunday, the walls painted with blue, green, orange and other vibrant colors — chosen by students —surrounded the amphitheater. On stage, East Palo Alto’s own Will Roc Project opened the show, playing the hits of Vanity 6, the Mary Jane Girls and more. \u003c/p>\n\n\n\n\u003cp>“It’s been very moving to know that you have a positive impact on all sorts of people who really didn’t have access to an opportunity like that before,” said Nadine Rambeau, EPACENTER’s executive director. “When people come up to me, they have such a light in their eyes. It’s almost like something that they have been wanting, and they’re lit up from the inside.”\u003c/p>\n\n\n\n\u003cp>Ronnie Matthews, who’s seen many changes over the 50 years he’s lived in East Palo Alto, welcomed the new energy brought by EPACENTER.\u003c/p>\n\n\n\n\u003cp>“This is beautiful for the community,” Matthews said. “Last week we had our first car show here, and it was really nice. It brought everything full circle. Me and my friends as kids, we grew up building our cars out of these wrecking yards that used to be down there.” \u003c/p>\n\n\n\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\">\u003cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1333\" src=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/07/260726-EPACenter-JY-06-KQED.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-13992121\" srcset=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/07/260726-EPACenter-JY-06-KQED.jpg 2000w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/07/260726-EPACenter-JY-06-KQED-160x107.jpg 160w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/07/260726-EPACenter-JY-06-KQED-768x512.jpg 768w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/07/260726-EPACenter-JY-06-KQED-1536x1024.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2000px) 100vw, 2000px\" />\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Funk band Con Funk Shun plays at EPACENTER in East Palo Alto,on Sunday, July 26, 2026. 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"content": "\u003cp>Artisans around the Bay Area are getting ready to open their studios and workshops to the public as part of \u003ca href=\"https://craftcouncil.org/events/national-craft-open-studios-weekend/#ncos_map_tix_jump\">National Craft Open Studios Weekend\u003c/a>. The free \u003ca href=\"https://craftcouncil.org/\">American Craft Council\u003c/a> event will take place in 36 states across the country, with more than 200 organizations participating.\u003c/p>\n\n\n\n\u003cp>Here are the people and places in the Bay taking part on July 18 and 19.\u003c/p>\n\n\n\n\u003ch2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">San Francisco\u003c/h2>\n\n\n\n\u003cp>\u003cstrong>\u003ca href=\"https://www.missioncommunitywoodshop.org/\">Mission Community Woodshop\u003c/a>\u003cbr>(20 Clinton Park)\u003c/strong>\u003c/p>\n\n\n\n\u003cp>Hidden near the corner of Valencia and Duboce, this huge, 5,250-square-foot shop is a woodworker’s dream. The nonprofit, founded by teachers Andrew Salverda and Dan Matz, prides itself on making woodworking accessible for everyone and offers classes on a sliding scale. This is a great opportunity to find out more about machine safety, upcoming workshops and — most importantly of all — the \u003ca href=\"https://www.instagram.com/p/DNRRdnLh4ZF/\">three adorable shop dogs\u003c/a> who will guard you as you learn more.\u003c/p>\n\n\n\n\u003cp>\u003cstrong>\u003ca href=\"https://www.rebekahfrank.com/\">RGF Studio\u003c/a>\u003cbr>(1340 Bryant St.)\u003c/strong>\u003c/p>\n\n\n\n\u003cp>[ad fullwidth]\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>Jeweler, welder, blacksmith and machinist Rebekah Frank is opening her studio doors to share how she turns steel into works of wearable art. Frank, who trained all over the world and has actively attempted to build communities of queer metal artists, is a consciously inclusive teacher. This is, in part, the result of her so often being the only woman in the workshops where she learned her craft. In addition to her jewelry practice, Frank also creates sculptures and monoprints.\u003c/p>\n\n\n\n\u003cp>\u003cstrong>\u003cstrong>\u003ca href=\"https://www.joecunninghamquilts.com/\">\u003cstrong>Rockingstitch Productions, Inc\u003c/strong>.\u003c/a>\u003c/strong>\u003cbr>(1803 Market St.)\u003c/strong>\u003c/p>\n\n\n\n\u003cp>Joe Cunningham’s quilts are literal works of art, made by both hand and machine. Cunningham has been a professional quiltmaker — and author on the subject — for almost half a century. He uses his craft to explore political themes, recall historical events, and as expressions of personal love and loss. His work has been part of the de Young Museum’s permanent collection since 2010, when he was the museum’s artist in residence. Cunningham’s online workshops attract thousands of students; this is a chance to grab a glimpse behind the wadding for free.\u003c/p>\n\n\n\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\">\u003cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1333\" src=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/07/PAMELA_DELUCO.jpg\" alt=\"A woman wearing glasses and an apron, brown hair pulled back into a ponytail, holds a dripping wet wooden rectangular box in front of her. Behind her is a corrugated iron wall, multiple work tables and a black shaggy dog.\" class=\"wp-image-13991301\" srcset=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/07/PAMELA_DELUCO.jpg 2000w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/07/PAMELA_DELUCO-160x107.jpg 160w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/07/PAMELA_DELUCO-768x512.jpg 768w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/07/PAMELA_DELUCO-1536x1024.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2000px) 100vw, 2000px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Pam DeLuco of Shotwell Paper Mill in San Francisco. (Courtesy of Pam DeLuco)\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\n\n\n\u003cp>\u003cstrong>\u003ca href=\"https://shotwellpapermill.com/\">Shotwell Paper Mill\u003c/a>\u003cbr>(305 Shotwell St.)\u003c/strong>\u003c/p>\n\n\n\n\u003cp>If you’ve ever wondered how to make paper from old rags and plants, you’ll want to visit Shotwell Paper Mill. Helmed by textile and fiber artist Pam DeLuco, this Mission District studio collaborates with individuals and organizations alike to make books and tell stories in sustainable ways. The organization is also surprisingly romantic: among many other things, they help couples turn their old clothing into wedding invitations.\u003c/p>\n\n\n\n\u003ch2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">East Bay\u003c/h2>\n\n\n\n\u003cp>\u003cstrong>\u003ca href=\"https://berkeleypotters.com/\">Berkeley Potters Guild\u003c/a>\u003cbr>(731 Jones St., Berkeley)\u003c/strong>\u003c/p>\n\n\n\n\u003cp>Founded 55 years ago, the Berkeley Potters Guild is Northern California’s oldest and largest collective of professional ceramicists. Hidden behind the anonymous blue visage of the Guild’s warehouse are 19 private studios, embracing an eclectic array of aesthetics. Highlights include Julia Kirillova’s whimsical teapots, Carol Valk’s ornithological creations and Niki Shelley’s earthy, minimalist homewares.\u003c/p>\n\n\n\n\u003cp>\u003cstrong>\u003ca href=\"https://www.carolleeshanks.com/\">Carol Lee Shanks\u003c/a>\u003cbr>(3102 Wheeler St., Berkeley)\u003c/strong>\u003c/p>\n\n\n\n\u003cp>Carol Lee Shanks wants the textural clothing she creates to turn the wearer into a living, moving sculpture. Playing with dimension, transparency, volume and lines, Shanks’ handmade creations offer comfort and practicality, as well as a wow factor. The UC Davis graduate treats sewing as a meditative practice. That focus and intentionality is visible in every stitch.\u003c/p>\n\n\n\n\u003cp>\u003cstrong>\u003ca href=\"https://davidmbowman.com/\">David M. 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He is seated inside a studio lined with shelves covered with other glass objects. \" class=\"wp-image-13991302\" srcset=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/07/BRUCE_PIZZICHILLO.jpeg 2000w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/07/BRUCE_PIZZICHILLO-160x115.jpeg 160w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/07/BRUCE_PIZZICHILLO-768x550.jpeg 768w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/07/BRUCE_PIZZICHILLO-1536x1101.jpeg 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2000px) 100vw, 2000px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Bruce Pizzichillo of Pizzichillo Gordon Glass in Oakland. 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Her paintings of Bodega Bay, China Camp, Point Reyes, Merced and Marin will be of particular interest to local outdoorsy art lovers.\u003c/p>\n\n\n\n\u003cp>\u003cstrong>\u003ca href=\"https://www.flmceramics.com/\">FLM Ceramics\u003c/a>\u003cbr>(301 2nd St., Petaluma)\u003c/strong>\u003c/p>\n\n\n\n\u003cp>FLM’s geometrically inclined handmade tiles and pottery were born in the mind of Forrest Lesch-Middelton, who calls working with clay “alluring,” “sexy” and “incredibly hard.” Now he shares his business with two fellow potters, Wyatt Amend and Kelly Brothers, along with ceramicist Stephanie LeBaudour. 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"content": "\u003cp>\u003cem>This story is part of \u003ca href=\"https://www.kqed.org/affordability\" target=\"_blank\">How We Get By\u003c/a>, a KQED series exploring how people are coping with rising costs in the Bay Area and California. Find the full series \u003ca href=\"https://www.kqed.org/affordability\">here\u003c/a>.\u003c/em>\u003c/p>\n\n\n\n\u003cp>For bargain-minded shoppers in the Bay Area, Goodwill, Savers and Salvation Army constitute the big trifecta of chain thrift stores. Depending on each individual store’s location, though, finding quality items at affordable prices can be hit-or-miss.\u003cbr>\u003cbr>My favorite thrifting finds usually come from smaller, local thrift shops. Luckily, the Bay Area has no shortage of them – especially stores that support a good cause.\u003c/p>\n\n\n\n\u003cp>If you’re an avid thrifter like me, you have patience. You know the best bargains come from hoping that the treasure you saw last week went unsold long enough to enter the sale rotation.\u003c/p>\n\n\n\n\u003cp>While prices at “curated” thrift stores and vintage resale shops seem to only go up, below you’ll find Bay Area thrift stores with great finds — and ways to spend smart while you’re there.\u003c/p>\n\n\n\n\u003cp>\u003c/p>\u003ch2>\u003ca href=\"https://www.instagram.com/treasurepawsthrift/\">Treasure Paws Rescue Thrift\u003c/a>\u003c/h2>\n\n\n\n\u003cp>\u003cem>1127 Chula Vista Ave., Burlingame \u003c/em>\u003c/p>\n\n\n\n\u003cp>[ad fullwidth]\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>If you need any more reason to love Fridays, Treasure Paws in Burlingame holds a “Final Friday Fiesta” on the last Friday of every month, where all merchandise is 40% off. Other notable deals at Treasure Paws are offered for seniors and students, who get 25% off on Tuesdays and Wednesdays, respectively. \u003c/p>\n\n\n\n\u003cp>For those who regularly spend more than $30, I recommend the loyalty program, which also enters you into a monthly giveaway. Every $30 spent equals one entry, and winners get to choose between a $500 Treasure Paws gift card or the bag of the month.\u003c/p>\n\n\n\n\u003cp>\u003c/p>\u003ch2>\u003ca href=\"https://www.instagram.com/p/DW69xfVCUuJ/\">Born Again Thrift\u003c/a>\u003c/h2>\n\n\n\n\u003cp>\u003cem>2287 Mission St., San Francisco\u003c/em>\u003c/p>\n\n\n\n\u003cp>Open since 2022, Born Again has quickly become a second-hand staple in the Mission District. You can expect storewide deals for major holidays, but what keeps me coming back is the $1.99 rack. It’s in high demand, too, so make sure to go early in the day.\u003c/p>\n\n\n\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\">\u003cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1333\" src=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/05/260513-THRIFTSTORES-12-BL-KQED.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-13989820\" srcset=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/05/260513-THRIFTSTORES-12-BL-KQED.jpg 2000w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/05/260513-THRIFTSTORES-12-BL-KQED-160x107.jpg 160w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/05/260513-THRIFTSTORES-12-BL-KQED-768x512.jpg 768w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/05/260513-THRIFTSTORES-12-BL-KQED-1536x1024.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2000px) 100vw, 2000px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">A yellow tag item for sale at the Joybound Thrift Store, Cat Lounge & Adoption Center in Concord on May 13, 2026. (Beth LaBerge/KQED)\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\n\n\n\u003cp>\u003c/p>\u003ch2>\u003ca href=\"https://joybound.org/adopt/thrift-store/#thrift\">Joybound Thrift Store, Cat Lounge and Adoption Center\u003c/a>\u003c/h2>\n\n\n\n\u003cp>\u003cem>950 Market St., Suite I Concord\u003c/em>\u003c/p>\n\n\n\n\u003cp>This thrift store earns its namesake, combining my two favorite things: thrifting and cats. If the opportunity to see some furry friends isn’t enticing enough to visit, how about the words “50% off”?\u003c/p>\n\n\n\n\u003cp>Joybound utilizes a three-color pricing system, rotating between blue, yellow and orange. Each month, any item with a specific color price tag is 50% off all through the month. Joybound also offers seniors a 20% discount every Tuesday.\u003c/p>\n\n\n\n\u003cp>\u003c/p>\u003ch2>\u003ca href=\"https://www.instagram.com/nearlynewshopsunnyvale/\">Nearly New Shop\u003c/a>\u003c/h2>\n\n\n\n\u003cp>\u003cem>225 E. Maude Ave., Sunnyvale\u003c/em>\u003c/p>\n\n\n\n\u003cp>A beloved thrift store in Sunnyvale for almost 70 years now, the Nearly New Shop donates all profits to scholarships for women. To get the best deal on clothing, household items or anything else you can find, watch for the color tag of the month, which discounts an item by 50%. \u003c/p>\n\n\n\n\u003cp>If something catches your eye and you want to take the risk to get it at a cheaper price, wait until the 16th of the month, when all items with the monthly color tag drop to 75% off.\u003c/p>\n\n\n\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\">\u003cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1333\" src=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/05/260515-THRIFTSTORES-07-BL-KQED.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-13989832\" srcset=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/05/260515-THRIFTSTORES-07-BL-KQED.jpg 2000w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/05/260515-THRIFTSTORES-07-BL-KQED-160x107.jpg 160w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/05/260515-THRIFTSTORES-07-BL-KQED-768x512.jpg 768w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/05/260515-THRIFTSTORES-07-BL-KQED-1536x1024.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2000px) 100vw, 2000px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">A customer looks at knickknacks at Community Thrift in San Francisco on May 15, 2026. (Beth LaBerge/KQED)\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\n\n\n\u003cp>\u003c/p>\u003ch2>\u003ca href=\"https://www.instagram.com/communitythriftsf/\">Community Thrift Store\u003c/a>\u003c/h2>\n\n\n\n\u003cp>\u003cem>623 Valencia St., San Francisco\u003c/em>\u003c/p>\n\n\n\n\u003cp>Thrifting veterans in the city already know and love Community Thrift, not just for the deals, but because it supports over 200 local charities. (Its mesmerizing “chair corner” runs a close third.) The store runs two sales each month that last between three to five days each, with discounts starting at 25% off. \u003c/p>\n\n\n\n\u003cp>\u003ca href=\"https://www.instagram.com/happydragonthriftshop/\">\u003ch2>Happy Dragon Thrift Shop\u003c/h2>\u003c/a>\u003c/p>\n\n\n\n\u003cp>\u003cem>245 W. 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You can still expect a good bargain for the brand, but the real treasure here — and why it merits inclusion in this list — is the $5 bin. Not only is it high on quality, it gets restocked everyday. \u003c/p>\n\n\n\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\">\u003cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1500\" src=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/05/img_3091.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-13989912\" srcset=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/05/img_3091.jpg 2000w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/05/img_3091-160x120.jpg 160w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/05/img_3091-768x576.jpg 768w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/05/img_3091-1536x1152.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2000px) 100vw, 2000px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Pick of the Litter recently moved into a former Joann Fabrics store in north Santa Rosa. 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"content": "\u003cdiv class=\"post-body\">\u003cp>\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>If you need any more reason to love Fridays, Treasure Paws in Burlingame holds a “Final Friday Fiesta” on the last Friday of every month, where all merchandise is 40% off. Other notable deals at Treasure Paws are offered for seniors and students, who get 25% off on Tuesdays and Wednesdays, respectively. \u003c/p>\n\n\n\n\u003cp>For those who regularly spend more than $30, I recommend the loyalty program, which also enters you into a monthly giveaway. Every $30 spent equals one entry, and winners get to choose between a $500 Treasure Paws gift card or the bag of the month.\u003c/p>\n\n\n\n\u003cp>\u003c/p>\u003ch2>\u003ca href=\"https://www.instagram.com/p/DW69xfVCUuJ/\">Born Again Thrift\u003c/a>\u003c/h2>\n\n\n\n\u003cp>\u003cem>2287 Mission St., San Francisco\u003c/em>\u003c/p>\n\n\n\n\u003cp>Open since 2022, Born Again has quickly become a second-hand staple in the Mission District. You can expect storewide deals for major holidays, but what keeps me coming back is the $1.99 rack. It’s in high demand, too, so make sure to go early in the day.\u003c/p>\n\n\n\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\">\u003cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1333\" src=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/05/260513-THRIFTSTORES-12-BL-KQED.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-13989820\" srcset=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/05/260513-THRIFTSTORES-12-BL-KQED.jpg 2000w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/05/260513-THRIFTSTORES-12-BL-KQED-160x107.jpg 160w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/05/260513-THRIFTSTORES-12-BL-KQED-768x512.jpg 768w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/05/260513-THRIFTSTORES-12-BL-KQED-1536x1024.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2000px) 100vw, 2000px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">A yellow tag item for sale at the Joybound Thrift Store, Cat Lounge & Adoption Center in Concord on May 13, 2026. 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Maude Ave., Sunnyvale\u003c/em>\u003c/p>\n\n\n\n\u003cp>A beloved thrift store in Sunnyvale for almost 70 years now, the Nearly New Shop donates all profits to scholarships for women. To get the best deal on clothing, household items or anything else you can find, watch for the color tag of the month, which discounts an item by 50%. \u003c/p>\n\n\n\n\u003cp>If something catches your eye and you want to take the risk to get it at a cheaper price, wait until the 16th of the month, when all items with the monthly color tag drop to 75% off.\u003c/p>\n\n\n\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\">\u003cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1333\" src=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/05/260515-THRIFTSTORES-07-BL-KQED.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-13989832\" srcset=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/05/260515-THRIFTSTORES-07-BL-KQED.jpg 2000w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/05/260515-THRIFTSTORES-07-BL-KQED-160x107.jpg 160w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/05/260515-THRIFTSTORES-07-BL-KQED-768x512.jpg 768w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/05/260515-THRIFTSTORES-07-BL-KQED-1536x1024.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2000px) 100vw, 2000px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">A customer looks at knickknacks at Community Thrift in San Francisco on May 15, 2026. (Beth LaBerge/KQED)\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\n\n\n\u003cp>\u003c/p>\u003ch2>\u003ca href=\"https://www.instagram.com/communitythriftsf/\">Community Thrift Store\u003c/a>\u003c/h2>\n\n\n\n\u003cp>\u003cem>623 Valencia St., San Francisco\u003c/em>\u003c/p>\n\n\n\n\u003cp>Thrifting veterans in the city already know and love Community Thrift, not just for the deals, but because it supports over 200 local charities. (Its mesmerizing “chair corner” runs a close third.) The store runs two sales each month that last between three to five days each, with discounts starting at 25% off. \u003c/p>\n\n\n\n\u003cp>\u003ca href=\"https://www.instagram.com/happydragonthriftshop/\">\u003ch2>Happy Dragon Thrift Shop\u003c/h2>\u003c/a>\u003c/p>\n\n\n\n\u003cp>\u003cem>245 W. Main St., Los Gatos\u003c/em>\u003c/p>\n\n\n\n\u003cp>In an unassuming building just a couple blocks off of Santa Cruz Avenue, Happy Dragon Thrift Shop and its unbeatable prices recently earned the title of Silicon Valley’s best thrift spot by readers of \u003cem>The Mercury News\u003c/em>. Following the practice of many other thrift stores, its 50% off discount cycles between red, yellow, and green tags.\u003c/p>\n\n\n\n\u003cp>The best deals, though, come during the famous bag sale, usually announced on Instagram. For $25 per paper bag (sometimes bag prices drop on the last days of the sale), you can take home whatever fits inside.\u003c/p>\n\n\n\n\u003cp>\u003c/p>\u003ch2>\u003ca href=\"https://www.instagram.com/p/DWrfrNnDz4r/\">Uptown Vintage\u003c/a>\u003c/h2>\n\n\n\n\u003cp>\u003cem>1320 Industrial Ave., Petaluma\u003c/em>\u003c/p>\n\n\n\n\u003cp>I’ll admit, Uptown Vintage is definitely on the pricer side of secondhand stores. 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Shoes are priced $19 and under every Tuesday, and shoppers over the age of 55 get 10% off on Wednesdays. \u003c/p>\n\n\n\n\u003cp>\u003ca href=\"https://outofthecloset.org/locations/\">\u003ch2>Out of the Closet\u003c/h2>\u003c/a>\u003c/p>\n\n\n\n\u003cp>\u003cem>Various locations\u003c/em>\u003c/p>\n\n\n\n\u003cp>With four locations in the East Bay and San Francisco, each individual Out of the Closet store has its own set of sales. The deals that stay consistent are the color tags that cycle between 30%, 50% and $1.50 off. If one color tag is 30% off, it rotates to 50% off the next week — and the week after that, the item is just $1.50.\u003c/p>\n\n\n\n\u003cp>\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>While I’m the type of person who’s hesitant to give out my phone number for promotional messages, Out of the Closet’s rewards system is the best way to stay on top of the big storewide deals. \u003c/p>\n\n\u003c/div>\u003c/p>",
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