Gallerist Jessica Silverman’s namesake art gallery has been a pioneer in discovering emergent and often young artists since opening in 2008. Looking to start your personal collection of contemporary art? Don't worry, she's got you covered.
Occupation:
Owner / Director, Jessica Silverman Gallery
Place of birth:
Michigan, Detroit
Instagram/Twitter:
@JessicaSilvermanGallery, @JSG_SF
What do you actually do all day?
I run Jessica Silverman Gallery. Wrangle and talk with artists, collectors + curators.
Favorite song growing up?
Journey "Don't Stop Believin''"
My biggest secret is…
Where do you live in San Francisco?
Because I couldn't imagine a more magical, beautiful or creative city.
Uber, Taxi, BART or Bike?
Drive
My motto is…
My alter ego is…
A dog walker
The last drink I had was…
A homemade whiskey sour w/ blackberries
My secret crush is…
Not so secret - my girlfriend, Sarah Thornton
What was your first job?
Curator
If you had one day left to live in SF, what would you do?
Eat at Zuni and walk around all day.
Coming from? Going to?
Work. Work.
What is your favorite work of art?
Currently - Edward Kienhold "Sawdy," 1971
Who should we know?
Sarah Thornton - amazing writer!