The San Francisco Arts Commission and Rec and Park are thrilled to announce the successful culmination of a yearlong Artist-in-Residence Program at India Basin Waterfront Park.

Local artists Afatasi the Artist and Conni McKenzie spent the past year embedded in the park's transformation, gathering stories, building community, and creating original works that reflect the culture, history, and everyday life of the Bayview-Hunters Point neighborhood. Now, their projects—shaped by deep engagement and local voices—will be unveiled for the public.

Check out Conni McKenzie's Roots, Tides, Leaves exhibit at the EcoCenter at Heron’s Head Park (32 Jennings Street) from August 9 to 16. There will be an opening reception and artist talk on Saturday, August 9 from 1 to 4 p.m. at the center.

The exhbit features images featuring Black residents of Bayview-Hunters Point in nature—especially at India Basin Waterfront Park—will be on display In a world that often disconnects Black bodies from nature, McKenzie’s work offers reconnection and a sense of home.