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Bill Fontana
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Bill Fontana

American, born 1947

For the last 40 years, Bill Fontana has created site-specific aural installations around the globe using sound as a sculptural medium. His work has been exhibited internationally at leading museums and art fairs, including the Whitney Museum of American Art; San Francisco Museum of Modern Art; Museum Ludwig, Cologne; Tate Modern, London; and the 48th Venice Biennale.

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FOR-SITE Projects

  • Fort Point and the Golden Gate Bridge
    International OrangeMay 25 – October 28, 2012

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Sanctuary Salon (February 23, 2018)

Sanctuary Salon (February 23, 2018)

Echoing Sanctuary's ethos of plurality, the "Sanctuary Salon" series weaves together the voices of artists whose practices span creative disciplines, including ...

Brendan Fernandes: Safely (2017)

Brendan Fernandes: Safely (2017)

As part of his commission for "Sanctuary," Brendan Fernandes presented a site-specific durational performance that explored themes of reverence and sacred ...

Panel Discussion: Approaching the Rug as a Critical Form

Panel Discussion: Approaching the Rug as a Critical Form

Panel Discussion "Above the Rug: Approaching the Rug as a Critical Form" February 11, 2018 Historically and traditionally, rugs are a medium for cultural ...

Sanctuary

Sanctuary



Sanctuary Salon (January 26, 2018)

Sanctuary Salon (January 26, 2018)

Echoing the ethos of plurality embodied within FOR-SITE's exhibition "Sanctuary," the "Sanctuary Salon" series weaves together the voices of artists whose ...

Sanctuary Salon (December 14, 2017)

Sanctuary Salon (December 14, 2017)

Echoing the ethos of plurality embodied within FOR-SITE's exhibition "Sanctuary," the "Sanctuary Salon" series weaves together the voices of artists whose ...

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  • It's a full house (er, Chapel) tonight for FOR-SITE's first #Sanctuary Salon https://t.co/ABOANPBfeV
  • Happening now: Free #silkscreening workshops with #SanctuaryPrintShop outside #Sanctuary @FortMasoninSF Chapel https://t.co/4BGs628mct

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  • Sharing a great shot from @alexieglass who was out exploring #AndyGoldsworthy’s “Wood Line” in @presidiosf recently. __ We love seeing you out and about enjoying #ArtAboutPlace — be sure to tag us so we can share some of our favorites!
  • ☁️ Working among the clouds at FOR-SITE today ☁️ #KarlTheFog #ArtAboutPlace
  • Have you seen the #BigBlueWhale yet? If not, now’s the time — the installation closes January 13! __ The Big Blue Whale is presented by @montereybayaquarium and our friends @parks4all, and is located on Crissy Field. As most of you probably know, Crissy Field is part of @goldengatenps. Although Crissy Field and some other GGNRA sites remain open during the government shutdown, it’s important to remember that not all the usual services are available. Please do your part and pack out your trash, and take public transportation if you can to avoid motor congestion due to closed parking lots. Linked in our bio is a helpful site put together by the GGNPC to help you plan your visit to any GGNRA sites during this time. #ArtAboutPlace
  • Wishing you very happy holidays and a bright, art-filled New Year! __ FOR-SITE’s office is closed until January 2, but you can always visit the Goldsworthy installations (sans tinsel and garland of course 😉) any time you want. ... though be sure to call @presidiosf to schedule your “Tree Fall” visit in advance if you want to see it on a weekday — 415.561.2767)

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