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5 dynamic women who shaped the Legion of Honor and its art collection.
By Isabella Holland, project manager and Big Alma superfan
What do Madonna, Batman, and Burlesque have in common?
Delve into the life and art of iconic Art Deco painter Tamara de Lempicka.
Learn about Mary Cassatt’s life and work in our short film.
Meet the Art Deco icon and Hollywood favorite.
By Magnolia Molcan, interim associate director of digital content
The only American invited to join the French Impressionists and the most celebrated woman artist of her time.
By Antonia Smith, digital project manager
Meet one of the greatest women artists of the Italian Renaissance.
By Magnolia Molcan, senior web managing editor
Join The Great Women Artists Podcast’s Katy Hessel as she highlights 12 artworks by women in our collections.
A Q+A with the San Francisco artist on being part of Lee Mingwei’s project.
By Magnolia Molcan, senior web managing editor, in conversation with artist Chelsea Ryoko Wong
The artist shares how she overcame doubts about an art career, what the Bay Area means to her, and why it’s important to stay true to who you are.
By Sarai Montes, digital media production intern, in conversation with artist Liz Hernández
The photographer shares how the exhibition developed, why it’s important to let people tell their own stories, and more.
By Magnolia Molcan, senior web managing editor, in conversation with photographer Kirti Bassendine
The de Young Open artist shares her work’s Cold War inspiration, advice for aspiring artists, and more.
By Megan Bates, digital media producer, in conversation with artist Yulia Pinkusevich