His years illustrating pulp novels honed his sense of pictorial drama, and his meticulous research ensured historical accuracy, notably in his Civil War paintings.

For Jessica Taylor Bellamy, juxtapositions, transparency, and layers shape a way of working that evokes her family history ...

Throckmorton Ave., Mill Valley; 415-351-1400; anthonymeier.com. Through Feb. 14: Solo exhibit by San Francisco artist Dave Muller, known for his music-themed paintings. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesdays ...