On January 18, 25, and February 29, the Alternative Visions series introduces an exciting array of talents to the Bay Area. Some are emerging artists, others, filmmakers with a body of work, but most are being presented to our audience for the first time. We think such introductions are so vital that we will continue the series every New Year. Put aside any hesitations you may have about venturing to see work by artists whose names don't ring a bell, and come celebrate the artists of the new century! Wednesday January 18, 2000