#nocturnes

Claude Debussy's Nocturnes

I'm currently studying the first movement of this this piece (Nuages) for the 20th Century part of my music A level, but I adore all of them with all my soul. Unfortunately, the joy is being sucked out of it as I have to memorise my annotations for every bar before Wednesday :(

The three movements are named: Nuages ("Clouds") Fêtes ("Festivals") Sirènes ("Sirens") and they're quintessentially impressionist pieces, giving "impressions" of storm clouds, a vibrant fair and sirens singing at sea respectively.

After the Hunt (2025) by Luca Guadagnino

Nocturne in Blue and Silver, The Lagoon, Venice, 1879-80

Nocturne, 1870-77

Thames Nocturne, circa 1872

Nocturne in Silver and Grey, 1873

Castro Neon Heart

I was selected this year to paint one of the famous Hearts in San Francisco to fundraise for SF General!

The Castro blade sign has always been a beacon for me, as it is for many walking through the Castro at night, enjoying the glow that reminds us that the city cares about community, history, and elegance. In preparation for my upcoming solo show, I became obsessed not only with this iconic sign, at this pivotal moment in its history, but with all the neon signs that serve as beacons guiding us to our own sense of community.

This heart is on display at the Ferry Building with all the other beautiful hearts that were made this year! Go check them out, they are on view until February 11, and available to bid on right now through the SF General Hospital Foundation!