The San Francisco Arts Commission’s (SFAC) new group show “Transcending Physicality: The Essence of Place” features artists whose work explores the complicated concept of “place” and the interplay of relationships and interactions that shape and define places. Curated by artist and educator Minoosh Zomorodinia includes work by alum Kelley O’Leary (M.F.A., ‘22), Alex Arzt, Ebti, S. Emsaki, Kiana Honarmand, Masha Kecheava, Carolina Maki Kitagawa Frisby, Nazafarin Lotfi, Lorena Molina, yétúndé olagbaju, Tiare Ribeaux and Quinqian Ye, Sanaz Safanasab, Supermrin and Jessica Fertonani Cooke, and Connie Zheng.

“Transcending Physicality: The Essence of Place” is on view from Oct. 13 – Dec. 16, 2023 in the SFAC Main Gallery, War Memorial Veterans Building. A public reception will be held on Oct. 13 from 6-8 p.m.