SF MoMA & Coffee

I haven't been to the MoMA since the stained glass bridge installation was up and running. I feel as if it has been forever, but as I stepped back into the wonderful building, I was met with some amazing, gorgeous pieces that I would love to share with everyone. Since I thought photography of the artwork was forbidden, all of my photographs were shot with a cell phone, hidden from the attendants and probably the worst quality you've ever seen. As I later found out, taking photographs of the artwork is not forbidden. Oh well...

The Veronica (not pictured)
By Jay Defeo (1957)
Painting, Oil on Canvas
Quite possibly my favorite as of late, Google it for a picture


Harvey
By Robert Arneson (1982)
Drawing, Conte Pencil, Watercolor, Oil Stick, Graphite on Paper
Great, especially for Pride this weekend


Typewriters
By Various Artists (1952-1960's)
Metal, Plastic, Paint


Self-Portrait
By Andy Warhol (1967)
Painting, Acrylic and Silkscreen Enamel on Canvas
How the hell does someone do silkscreening on this large of a scale?!


The Spirits that Lend Strength are Invisible II
By Sigmar Polke (1988)
Nickel and Artificial Resin on Canvas Not my photo

I also extremely appreciated Chuck Close's large scale pieces, such as James, and William Kentridge's Preparing the Flute. The Agnes Martins were very calming and made me feel at ease and serene. The tiny Jackson Pollock was too small for me and the man whose name I completely forget's video sitting against the wall was quite moving as well.

Since any day out on the town wouldn't be complete without caffeine, I stopped by the cafe at the museum, Cafe Museo, for some coffee and a muffin. Blueberry to be specific. All the food -- from the margarita pizzas to the baked goods -- are made on site and are completely delicious. I had my usual cappuccino and was actually amazed at how talented the barista was; the cup of coffee was delightful.



Visit the San Francisco Museum of Modern Art's website. For students, it is only $9 to go, ans since everyone is a "student" these days, there's really no reason why you shouldn't attend.
Make sure to go to the rooftop terrace, it is perfect on a sunny day!