Catharine Clark Gallery

Catharine Clark Gallery is a long established contemporary art gallery in San Francisco that has been a vital platform for politically engaged and socially responsive art since the early 1990s. The gallery is widely recognized for its commitment to artists whose practices address issues such as identity, power, gender, migration, environmental concerns, and institutional critique, often through photography, video, installation, and conceptually grounded mixed media work. Catharine Clark Gallery has played an important role in shaping conversations around socially conscious art on the West Coast, supporting artists whose work intersects with activism, research, and community engagement. Through a rigorous exhibition program and close collaboration with museums and public institutions, the gallery has helped position San Francisco as a key site for critical contemporary art that prioritizes ethical inquiry and cultural relevance alongside strong artistic vision.