I s s u e: O c t o b e r
2 0 0 4
COVER
by Father
Arthur Poulin
Poppies,
#3, Tuscany (acrylic on canvas). Father Poulin is a monk and artist
who lives at Incarnation Monastery in Berkeley. His landscapes begin as
black canvases; Poulin applies up to 25 layers of black gesso before outlining
his drawings in white chalk. He then adds layer after layer of color,
first with broad strokes, then with ever-smaller brushes. Poulin calls
the style "contemplative." For information about his original
paintings, contact the artist at (510) 845-0601. Cards and reproductions
of his work are available at the ACCI Gallery, 1652 Shattuck Avenue, Berkeley.
F E A T U R E
Sex Appeal
by
Robin Flinchum
Last
year’s arrest of Shannon Williams, the "Teacher Prostitute,"
led to a controversial initiative on Berkeley’s ballot to deprioritize
prostitution. Advocates argue it will make for safer conditions for sex
workers. But local politicians and other opponents think it will increase
Berkeley’s street crime. Williams shares her story exclusively with
The Monthly.
C O L U M N S
FIRST
PERSON by
Annie Kassof
A
single woman with two kids ponders whether finding a romantic partner
should be on her to-do list.
SHOPPING
AROUND by Rachel Sarah
With
the holidays right around the corner consider giving your family a gift
of photography. Whether you feature your kids or your pets, a photo captures
an authentic memory. Here’s a guide to help you find the right photographer
for your needs.
D E P A R T M E N T S
Letters
UP FRONT—People, Arts,
Issues
Organic
Growth: The increasing presence of conventional food processors in
the organic industry is raising debate about whether the values of organic
agriculture and the motives of big business can coexist.
Critic’s Choice for October: Self-taught artists; Mark Morris at Zellerbach; Guy Maddin’s primitive films; Piano trio at Jazzschool; Golden Thread’s Middle Eastern plays.
DINNING GUIDE
The
Monthly’s menu of local restaurants.
MARKETPLACE
The
Monthly’s catalog of goods and services.
BACK TALK
The
Kilduff File: Furniture maker Garry Knox Bennett talks on wood.
Kartoon
Korner: Cartoons from
around the country.
