Vita Hewitt Vita Mei Hewitt is an artist, photographer, filmmaker living and working in the Bay Area. California 24 posts
Oakland The Art of Vulnerability and Waste In residency and on view of Dream Farm Commons: while the materials are far from precious, these pieces create a sobering commentary on waste culture, unapologetically embracing the detritus of our civilization. Vita Hewitt 25 Feb 2025 · 3 min read
Books Book Review: A Raw, Poetic Journey of Identity, Rebellion, and Self-Discovery How much of who we are is defined by the world around us, and how much of it is something we must create for ourselves? Aria Aber explores identity in this debut coming of age novel. Vita Hewitt 21 Feb 2025 · 4 min read
Oakland A Bold Celebration of Truth, Community and Radical Acceptance A captivating blend of dance, song, and personal storytelling, the opera gives voice to the marginalized residents of San Francisco’s Tenderloin, offering a raw and beautiful exploration of community and resilience. Vita Hewitt 13 Feb 2025 · 4 min read
Oakland Into the Woods: A Sensory Journey An immersive exhibition that combines woodcut artistry, found object sculptures, and a provocative installation by Rachel Major. Vita Hewitt 10 Feb 2025 · 3 min read
Oakland Shadows and Subversion Noir City 22 kicked off Friday evening with "The Narrow Margin" and “Hell’s Half Acre,” sets a strong tone for the festival. Vita Hewitt 29 Jan 2025 · 6 min read
Oakland Lions, Snakes, Goldfish, and the Art of Felicia Liang The 33rd annual Lunar New Year Bazaar in Oakland’s Chinatown brought vibrant food, art, and dance to the streets of the city. Vita Hewitt 23 Jan 2025 · 4 min read
Oakland A Tender Portrait of California Indigenous Life Duncan Agulair’s photographs of Native California life stand as a direct challenge to the pervasive narrative that Indigenous communities are relics of the past. On view at OMCA now. Vita Hewitt 16 Jan 2025 · 4 min read
Oakland TikTok Kink and Unpacking Consent: “Babygirl” Brings A Complicated Narrative Erotic thriller or age-gap rom-com gone wrong? “Babygirl” fails to bring the heat, and worse, simplifies and stupefies complex sexuality, instead offering insipid regurgitations of pulpy tropes. Vita Hewitt 13 Jan 2025 · 4 min read
Oakland Laughter Unscripted: Improv as Art Form Improv Curious? The All Out Comedy Theater delivered a night of laughter and hijinks, elevating the improv art form up out of the basement. Vita Hewitt 7 Jan 2025 · 3 min read
Oakland Ballin’, Old School: A Triumphant Return for Oakland’s Gaskell Ball More than 600 attendees flocked in full skirts and suits to waltz the night away, for the first time in eight years. Vita Hewitt 3 Jan 2025 · 4 min read
Oakland A Night of Haunting Harmony There are performances that transport you to another world, where time bends and the boundaries between the sacred and the earthly blur. Kitka Women's Vocal Ensemble’s recent concert was one such experience. Vita Hewitt 26 Dec 2024 · 4 min read
Oakland A Nutcracker of Magic and Whimsy There’s something truly magical about the Oakland Ballet’s rendition of The Nutcracker, bringing the holiday classic to life with a fresh burst of whimsy and local flair. Vita Hewitt 24 Dec 2024 · 3 min read
Oakland Dancing on the Ceilings: Vertical Dance Showcase Takes Flight Dancers defy gravity in Bandaloop’s intimate indoor performance, celebrating nature, community, and human spirit. Vita Hewitt 19 Dec 2024 · 5 min read
Oakland Placement as Sculpture and Layers as Story: East Bay Open Studios Winter Finale, Recap East Bay Open Studios: so much art, so little time. Agustín Maes reviews Kathleen King and Jo Ann Biagini and we remind you of the other excellent works we checked out, too. Multiple authors 17 Dec 2024 · 3 min read
Oakland Dungeons, Dragons, and Drag Queens: Let’s Ride Not your average—if there is such a thing—game of D&D. These magical queens take things to the next level at Rockridge Improvement Club monthly. Vita Hewitt 16 Dec 2024 · 4 min read
Oakland A Journey Through Memory and Displacement Artist Shirin Towfiq shared “images as ghostly as long forgotten memories” at Clio’s Books for this month’s installation of See(d) Art Series. Vita Hewitt 13 Dec 2024 · 5 min read
Oakland Craft Day at the Crazy House At Jingletown Art Studios, artists Patricia Guthrie and Shellz share a spirit of transformative boldness, spanning media and tradition. Guthrie’s quilts challenge traditional craft and Shellz’s vivid animal portraits speak urgently to environmental issues. Vita Hewitt 11 Dec 2024 · 4 min read
Oakland A Powerful Exploration of Movement and Change EBPCO’s “Momentum” blows down the walls: 20 photographers share their mightiest moments in movement with the Town. Vita Hewitt 10 Dec 2024 · 4 min read
