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OPEN STUDIOS

East Bay Open Studios
incl. El Sobronte, Richmond, San Pablo, El Cerrito, Albany, Berkeley, Emeryville, Montclair, Oakland
Preview Exhibition: April 28 - June 12, 2005
Open Studios dates are June 4, 5, 11 & 12, 2005, 11:00am - 6:00 p.m.
Artist Registration for East Bay Open Studios 2005
opens November 9, 2004 - closes February 5, 2005.
Two weekends every June, artists throughout the East Bay invite the public into their workspaces to sell art, meet new people, gain exposure, and build mailing lists.
Deadline for submissions is Saturday, February 5, 2005. This event requires each artist to be a member of Pro Arts. Fees include a listing in the Map & Directory, Virtual Gallery with MesArt.com (and your own personal URL), space in the Pro Arts Preview Exhibition, Artists Books, and more. The exhibition opens April 28 and runs through June 12. East Bay Open Studios dates are Saturdays and Sundays, June 4, 5, 11 & 12, 2005.
We are happy to answer any questions you have regarding this event.
E-mail info@proartsgallery.org or call 510/763-4361.
For more information click on the following URL:
http://www.proartsgallery.org/ebos/artistinfo.html

Benicia Open Studios
Each year the Benicia artists and artisans community welcome you to experience Open Studios. This is an opportunity to meet with artists in their studios and home workspaces to see new and exciting works. Over 70 working, creative environments are accessible for two days to see current work in progress as well as many completed pieces on display. The Open Studios weekend is held annually during the first weekend in May. This year, the Open Studio Event will take place Saturday and Sunday, April 30 & May 1, 2005.
The Arts Benicia Gallery, located at 991 Tyler Street, Suite 114, in Benicia, presents an art preview and group exhibit of the Benicia Artists Open Studios. The exhibited artwork includes paintings, ceramics, textiles, drawings, sculptures, glass, jewelry, printmaking, photography, and mixed media. This exhibit is an excellent representation of all the artists' work, and an ideal way to plan which studios to visit.
Maps are free and available at Arts Benicia.Arts Benicia is located at 991 Tyler Street, Suite 114 in Benicia, California.
Gallery hours: Friday, Saturday and Sunday, noon to 4 p.m.
For more information please call 707-747-0131 or email: info@artsbenicia.org
For more information click on the following link:
http://home.pacbell.net/ecl01/events-2005-open-studios.htm

North Coast Open Studios
incl. Redway, Rio Dell, Carlotta, Bridgeville, Fortuna, Ferndale, Eureka, Freshwater, Manila, Indianola, Bayside, Arcata, Blue Lake, McKinleyville, Fieldbrook, Westhaven, Trinidad, Orick
Southern Humboldt County June 4-5, 2005 11-5 each day
Northern Humboldt County June 11-12, 2005 11-5 each day
North Coast Open Studio Tour was initiated by two local artists, Sasha Pepper and Susan Fox, who had participated in studio tours in larger metropolitan areas. In 1998, Open Studios became a program of the Ink People and the Humboldt Arts Council provided administrative and gallery support to the fledgling event. Grassroots support was immediate; artists pooled a reasonable fee of $40 each which paid for signage and map books containing an image of a representative piece of each artist’s work and directions to each studio. Artists with marketing expertise worked on advertising sales for the map book and spread marketing duties between them, securing spots in the newspapers and newsletters to reach local art patrons.
URL: http://www.northcoastopenstudios.com/

Marin Open Studios
incl. Novato, northern San Rafael Terra Linda, Lucas Valley and Marinwood, Woodacre, Nicasio, San Geronimo, Forest Knolls, Inverness, Pt. Reyes, Bolinas, Stinson Beach, Muir Beach, Fairfax, San Anselmo, Ross, Kentfield, San Rafael, Greenbrae, Larkspur, Corte Madera, Belvedere, Tiburon, Mill Valley and Sausalito.
One of the County's major annual cultural events.
May 7 & 8 for Southern and Central Marin
May 14 & 15 for Northern and Western Marin
Applications for Marin Open Studios 2006 will be available in Fall 2005.
First deadline: mid-November, 2005 / Second deadline: mid-December, 2005
http://www.marinarts.org/openstudios.htm

Marin Arts Open Studios and ICB Building Artists Winter Open Studios
Twice a year, the Industrial Center Building opens its doors for Artists' Open Studios, and the highlight event of every year is the Marin Arts Council Open Studios, which takes place in May.
A Sausalito tradition for 34 years, the Artists' Winter Open Studios ( Dates to be announced for December event) at the ICB is a fascinating opportunity to wander in and out of the studios where eighty plus painters, sculptors, and craftspeople create their work. There is no better place to find exceptional works of art, unique crafts and special gifts, while also enjoying the savings that are offered when you buy directly from the artists.
Free admission. Free parking.
ICB Building http://www.icbbuilding.com

San Francisco Spring and Winter Open Studios (Hunters Point Shipyard)
One of two weekends in May, and in December, when art collectors and art lovers are allowed to roam the US Navy Base. The self-guided tour consists of exploring over 15 acres of art studios contained in 7 buildings, and to purchase art from its maker. The atmosphere is relaxed and diverse—a must-see San Francisco experience.
http://www.springopenstudio.com/main.htm

Silicon Valley/San Mateo/Santa Clara County California Artists Open Studios Events
incl. Belmont, Burlingame, El Granada, Half Moon Bay, Hillsborough, Menlo Park, Montara, Pacifica, Portola Valley, Redwood City, San Carlos, Cupertino, Los Altos, Monte Sereno, Mountain View, Palo Alto, Saratoga, Stanford, Sunnyvale, Campbell, Gilroy, Los Gatos, Milpitas, Morgan Hill, San Jose, San Martin, Santa Clara, Scotts Valley
First Three Weekends in May
Astounding amount of media coverage, incl. advertising in the San Jose Mercury News, METRO Magazine, and other high-level news periodicals. Banners go across busy public streets and hang on street lights to greatly increase public awareness of our program during the open studios weekends.
Gala Opening: Early April at the San Jose Museum of Art - Champagne, fine art, live and silent auctions.
PEEK Exhibits of work of all artists.
Online Registration and Artist Directory - All information entered by artists is stored in an online database and used to generate the Map Guide and Online Artist Directory. Includes a thumbnail image for each artist
Media Training Seminar for artists.
Open Studios for Schools -This valuable program is intended to educate students about fine art, including how artists live and work, offering a free educational opportunity for beleagured students. We have adopted the 49er Academy as our pilot program and are seeking artists to perform arts instruction at the school.
http://www.svopenstudios.org/

Studio Discovery Tour - Sonoma Mendocino Coast
incl. Annapolis, through Sea Ranch, Gualala, Anchor Bay, Manchester, Point Arena, and Little River (just south of Mendocino. Based in Gualala.
September 3rd & 4th (Labor Day Weekend), September 10th & 11th, 2005
Artists studios open from 10-5 each day
The North Coast Artists' Guild presents the 13th annual Studio Discovery Tour. Absolutely FREE, this is a self-guided tour along the beautiful Highway 1, to be enjoyed at your own leisurely pace. Studios will be open from 10-5 each day.
You can expect to meet artists, see professional, original artwork, to enjoy sensational scenery and to be served some light refreshments. Every studio is different, each stop unique. 49 participating artists offer the interesting opportunity to meet them in person, see demonstrations and to view a wide array of original paintings, ceramics, sculptures, fountains, metal works, glass art, textiles, photography, jewelry and paper works.
A free map inside a 44-page, full-color brochure describing each artist is available by calling Claire McCarthy at 707-884-3444, or emailing your request to claire@northcst.com, or by visiting The Gualala Arts Center, Point Arena CityArt, or other businesses along the route.
http://studio-tours.com/

FESTIVALS

San Francisco Bay Area - Northern California Art Festivals

    While visiting our "Art Festivals Source" take a few minutes to tour our web site and view the many fine art works of our member artists and local art galleries.

    Here you will find a listing of Art Festivals for the current year.  I you would like to add an event to this listing, please access the "Email Mail Box" and send us the detailed information and we will add it.

Southwest Arts Festival - Jan.30, 31 and Feb. 1 - Empire Polo Grounds - Indio, CA -

Scottsdale Art and Chocolate Festival - Feb.13,14,15 Scottsdale, Arizona

Carefree Fine Art and Wine Festival - March 5,6,7 Carefree, Arizona

Scottsdale Arts Festival - Fri, March 12, 10-6 Sat, March 13, 10-6 Sun, March 14, 10-5

La Quinta Arts Festival - March 18-21, 2004 - La Quinta Arts Foundation presents the nationally acclaimed La Quinta Arts Festival

Annual Fairhope Arts & Crafts Festival - Mar 19-21, 2004 FairHope Alabama

Tempe Festival of the Arts - March 26,27,28 Tempe, Arizona

Bayou City Art Festival - Houston Texas - Mar 26-28, 2004

Austin Fine Arts Festival - Austin Texas Apr 3-4, 2004

Main St. Ft. Worth Art Festival - Apr 15-18, 2004

Lompoc Valley. The Spring Arts Festival - April 22, 23, and 24th

Arts Benecia - Benicia Artists - Open Studios - Sat/Sun May 1 & 2

Spring Open Studio Hunters Point Shipyard - San Francisco - May 1 & 2

34th Annual Sausalito Spring Faire - May 1,2, 2004 - Fine Arts & Crafts over 100 artists

The Marin Arts Council - MARIN OPEN STUDIOS - Sat/Sun May 1 & 2, and 8th & 9th from 11am - 5pm

Silicon Valley Open Studios - May 1-2, 8-9, 15-16

ANNUAL CLAYTON ART & WINE FESTIVAL - Saturday, Sunday, May 1-2, 2004 - 10-6 both days on Main Street in oldtown Clayton

Alamo "Spring" Fine Art & Fine Craft Show - May 7, 8 & 9, 2004 - Friday, Saturday, Sunday Mother's Day Weekend  Alamo/Danville , CA      -      Alamo Plaza Shopping Center 30th annual Art & Fine Craft Show in the afflent Alamo/Danville community.  Fine Art, juried Crafts. 65 spaces. 

29th Annual Berryessa Art and Wine Festival - May 08 - This event will take place at the Penitencia Creek Park, next to the Berryessa Community Center, in San Jose

ICB Building - Sausalito -Spring Open Studios - Sat/Sun May 8th & 9th from 11am - 5pm - Featuring 75 Sausalito Artists - Sausalito Artist Studios

Los Altos Rotary Art Show -  Lincoln Park, Downtown Los Altos, No. California May 15 & 16

Bay Street Emeryville Arts and Music Festival - The second annual Bay Street Emeryville Arts & Music Festival will feature some of the hottest musical acts in the Bay Area and a host of family fun. FREE to the public, the Festival is set to take place on Saturday, May 29 and Sunday, May 30, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. each day.

BOULDER CREEK ART, WINE & MUSIC  - Dates,Times & Attendance: Memorial Day Weekend, Saturday, Sunday & Monday, May 29-31 11am - 6 pm daily.

Caledonia Street Fair - May 30th 2004 - Arts & Crafts, Unique Baby Gifts, Clothing, Crystals, Decorator Accessories, Furniture, Jewelry, Live Music! Food & Beverage, Silent Auction...

SAN RAMON ART & WIND FESTIVAL - The San Ramon Art & Wind Festival is scheduled for Sunday and Monday May 30^th & 31^st in San Ramonís Central Park from 10am to 5pm both days.

Point Reyes Plein Air - Paint Out - June  3-6 - Second Annual Point Reyes Plein Air. Sponsored by the William Lester Gallery, consists of week-long paintout. Quick Draw and gallery exhibition.  Call: 663-9365 or www.WilliamLesterGallery.com. 

Sunnyvale Chamber of Commerce, Art & Wine Festival - 30th Annual Art & Wine Festival | June 5th & 6th 2004

San Francisco - Union Street Art Fair - A great fair for art lovers, with a large variety of artists and craftspeople selling their creations. Also classical and jazz music, food, street performers, a waiter's race, tea dancing, and children's activities. June 5-6, 2004, 10-6, on Union Street between Steiner and Gough, free

Walnut Creek Art & Wine Festival - Saturday, June 5 and Sunday, June 6 - The Art & Wine Festival attracts over 90,000 people and features over 200 arts and crafts exhibits, mouth watering delicacies, an activity packed childrenís area and two full days of top notch entertainment.

Yorba Linda Art Alliance Art Festival - Hurless Barton Park & the Thomas Lasorda Fieldhouse Yorba Linda , CA Sunday June 6

Foster City Arts and Wine Festival - June 5-6, 2004 Leo Ryan Park, Foster City

Art at the Source Open Studios 2004 - June 5, 6 & 12 and 13 Sponsored by Sebastopol Center For the Arts

La Jolla Festival of the Arts - La Jolla Country Day - School at 9490 Genesee Avenue, La Jolla, CA - June 12 & 13

Haight Ashbury Street Fair - The 27TH Annual Haight-Ashbury Street Fair kicks off a day of music, arts and crafts and food on Haight Street from Masonic to Stanyan Streets in San Francisco, CA on Sunday, June 13, 2004. The fair will begin at 11 a.m. and run until 5:30 p.m.

Berkeley's 34th annual Live Oak Park Fair - The fair will be held on Saturday & Sunday, June 12 & 13, from 11am-6pm at 1301 Shattuck at Berryman, Berkeley.

The 21st Annual Novato Festival of Art, Wine & Music - Sat Sun June 12 & 13

BURLINGAME ART IN THE PARK - June 12 and 13

Fremont Festival of The Arts - This year the festival will be held Saturday, July 31 & Sunday, August 1, 2004 from 10 a.m. to 6 pm.

Sonoma's 19th Annual Salute to the Arts - The 19th Annual Sonoma Salute to the Arts, Northern California's ultra-premium showcase of the winemaking, culinary, visual, performing, and literary arts, is slated for the weekend of July 30 & 31, and August 1, 2004.

Park City Arts Festival - Park City Utah - August 7th & 8th

Alameda Park Street Art and Wine Festival - August 7 & 8

BURLINGAME ART & JAZZ FESTIVAL - August 7 & 8

Loring Avenue ~ Rolph Street to Bay Street - Crockett, CA., a quaint hamlet on the banks of the Carquinez Strait is an undiscovered gem of a community. Built as a company town for C & H Sugar, the delicate Victorians and beautiful Craftsman homes of this urban village now house photographers, musicians, sculptors and artists of various disciplines.

The Festival features Arts & Crafts booths, delicious food, tasty beverages and open Artist studios in the surrounding community. The Festival is set on a wide street and adjacent to beautiful Rithet park where the events main stage is always a great attraction to the attendees.

31st Annual Nihonmachi Street Fair - On Saturday and Sunday, August 14 and 15th in San Francisco's Japantown (located on Post Street between Laguna dn Fillmore Streets), the 31st Annual Nihonmachi Street Fair will take place.

Downtown Berkeley is a vibrant business center with a growing arts district at its core - a mecca for movie-goers, art-lovers, and food-connoisseurs! Located only 12 miles from San Francisco and next to the UC Berkeley campus, the downtown attracts residents, students, and visitors to its international dining, unique shops, rich cultural activities, and wide variety of professional and public services.

Bodega Bay Seafood Art & Wine Festival - August 28-29, 2004 - Indulge in local seafood, wine, beer, art and crafts at this summer festival

Palo Alto Festival of the Arts - University Ave Palo Alto, Ca - August 27th ‚ 29th

Los Gatos Fiesta De Artes - A tradition for over 25 years, the Fiesta is a venue for artisans, vintners, entertainers, and merchants to gather and celebrate with visitors from all over the Bay Area. The Fiesta takes place in July or August.

Sausalito Art Festival -This years festival will be held on September 4, 5, 6 2004

Millbrae Art & Wine Festival - September 4-5 Millbrae, CA

Kings Mountain Art Fair - Woodside California - September 4, 5, and 6, 2004

The Kings Mountain Art Fair is an annual event, held every Labor Day weekend. The Art Fair  is staffed completely by volunteers from the local community.  Known for its stunning location among the redwoods and for its unique and varied artists (selected by jury), this year the Kings Mountain Art Fair proudly celebrates its 40th Anniversary and invites you to visit!

Fair admission and parking are free.

42nd annual Art in the Redwoods Festival - The Art in the Redwoods exhibit will remain on display through September 7. Admission is freeóso if you havenít seen it, please come

Mountain View Art & Wine Festival - September 11-12 Mountain View, CA

49th Annual Newark Days - Wednesday, September 16th, 1:30 pm - 4:30 pm - Thursday, September 17th, 6:00 pm - 10:00 pm Friday, September 18th, 4:00 pm - 10:30 pm - Saturday, September 19th, 7:30 am - 10:30 pm Sunday, September 20th, Noon - 9:00 pm

Mill Valley Fall Arts Festival - Come to the 47th Annual Mill Valley Fall Arts Festival... experience magical redwoods at the foot of Mt. Tamalpais, in historic Old Mill Park. September 18, 19, 2004

Lafayette Art & Wine Festival - Lafeyette, Ca - September 18 & 19, 2004 The Lafayette Art & Wine Festival, held each year on the third weekend in September, is the largest event in Lamorinda and one of the five biggest outdoor festivals in Contra Costa County.

Palo Alto Festival Of The Arts - This high quality, community-friendly event is sponsored by the Palo Alto Chamber of Commerce and the City of Palo Alto. In the past it has attracted over 100,000 people every year from throughout California and the West Coast.

Santa Clara Art and Wine Festival - September 18 and 19, 2004 will feature the talents of local and regional artists with over 175 booths to visit,

CAPITOLA ART & WINE FESTIVAL - September 18 & 19, 2004 Festival Hours: 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM - Admission free!

ALMADEN VALLEY ART AND WINE FESTIVAL - September 26, 2004

Nineteenth annual Pacific Coast Fog Fest - September 25th and 26th.

ArtSpan San Francisco Open Studios and Art for Inner City Youth - During the month of October

7th Annual SACRAMENTO ARTS FESTIVAL - October 1, 2, 3, 2004 Sacramento Convention Center Entrance at 14th and J Streets Hours: Friday Noon - 9pm, Saturday 10am -7pm, Sunday 10am - 5pm Tickets at the Door - $7.50 Adults, $6.50 Seniors, Children under 12 Free

42nd Annual Art in the Park - Boulder City, Nevada - October 2 and 3

ICB Building - Winter Open Studios - Sausalito - December 4 & 5th - Featuring 75 Sausalito Artists - Sausalito Artist Studios
 

The Plein Air Scene

Your Source On California Plein Air Painting

Major California Paint Out / Show Events 2004

Jan.  18-25  ó Desert Plein Air: A Celebration of Plein Air Painting.  Sponsored by the La Quinta Arts Foundation.   Week-long paintout. Quick draw. Two-day public exhibition. Contact: Kathleen Hughes.  (760) 564-1244 or  www.lqaf.org

May 8‚ July 4óSea to  Shining Sea ó Sponsored by the Haggin Museum of Stockton.  Includes paintings from top California plein air painters. (209) 940-6300. 

May 5 ó Gold Country Plein Air (Formerly Plein Air Painters in the Foothills.)  ó  Sponsored by the Vault Gallery in Sonora.  Twenty-five artists paintout and artists reception and sale. Paintings will hangs in the gallery for two weeks after the show.   Call: (209) 533-1384 or VaultArt@goldrush.com.

May 13-16  ó Carmel Art Festival.  Sponsored by the Carmel Gallery Association. Week-long paintout, exhibit and silent auction. $20,000 in cash prizes.  Invitational. Gallery events including demonstrations, special exhibits and reception.  Contact:  Marie Wainscoat at (831) 883-1238.

 May 15‚16 ó MALT Show: Ranches and Rolling Hills.   Sponsored by the Marin Agricultural Land Trust.  Two-day exhibit and sale in Nicasio.   Preview Sale and Artists Reception. Contact: Elizabeth Ptak. (415) 663-1158. www.Malt.org

June 19 and 20 ó PAPA: Ninteenth Annual Show and Sale. (formerly on Catalina).  Gala dinner and reception. Caesarís Tahoe. Show and sale.  E-mail: smcgarry@ix.netcom.com  or www.P-A-P-A.com.

June  3-6 - Second Annual Point Reyes Plein Air.  Sponsored by the William Lester Gallery, consists of week-long paintout. Quick Draw and gallery exhibition.  Call: 663-9365 or www.WilliamLesterGallery.com. 

July 2-4 ó MarinScapes. The annual landscape shows at the historic Escalle Winery.   Top Northern California painters.  Opening night Gala at Escalle. Artists Reception at Bank of Marin, Corte Madera, Call: (415) 457-6964.

 July 5-11 -   Fifth Annual Laguna Plein Air Invitational Painting Competition. Organized by the Laguna Plein Air Painters and the Laguna Art Museum.  Gala Dinner and Sale. Quick draw. Cash prizes. Public sale.  Contact: Stuart Byer at (949) 494-8971 or  www.lpapa.org. 

 August 7 - Valona Paintout   Twenty-five artists painting out around Crockett. Cash prizes. Show. Reception.  Awards with cash prizes. Call:  (510) 787-2925.

August 14 and 15:  Scene on the Strait.  Sponsored by Carquinez Regional Education Environmental Center.  Weekend paintout at Martinez Regional Shoreline.  Show and sale.  Contact:  Jennifer Kaiser (707) 747-0701. 

September 10-12  :  Sites of Santa Ana Plein Air Painting Event.  Sponsored by the Plein Air Council of the Bowers Museum of Cultural History with participation by the California Art Club.  Week-long paintout.   Pre-Party Artists Reception and Sale. Public show and sale Sept. 28.  Cash prizes.   Contact:  Ann Avery (714) 571-4272 or (714) 571-4229.

September 28‚ 29: Third Annual San Luis Obispo Plein Air Painting Festival.  Sponsored by the SLO Art Center.  Cash Awards.  Week-long paintout.  Opening Reception and Sale.  Public show and sale. Quick Draw and live auction.  Contact:  (805) 543-8562.

September 30-October 2 - Los Gatos Art Fest 2004.  Sponsored by the Los Gatos Art Association and Los Gatos Morning Rotary Club. An inagural, juried, plein air event in the town of Los Gatos.  All day paintout. Cash prizes.  Awards ceremony, Silent Auction, and Live Auction.   E-mail:
valeriejohopkins@aol.com or www.losgatosartfest.org 

October 4-9 -  Sonoma Plein Air  2003.   Week-long paintout.  Two-day show and sale in Sonoma Plaza. Plein Air Silent Auction and Dinner.   Quick Draw competition.  Artistsí Choice Award.  Contact:  Keith Wicks (707) 933-9756 or www.sonomapleinair.com

Arts and Crafts Festivals

Harvest Festival is the largest arts and crafts show on the West Coast

Las Vegas Cashman Center - August 27-28-29, 2004

Long Beach Convention Center - September 3-4-5, 2004

Phoenix Civic Plaza - September 10-11-12, 2004

Pleasanton Harvest Festival - September 17 - 19, 2004 ‚ Alameda County Fairgrounds...

Del Mar Fairgrounds - September 24-25-26, 2004

Ventura Seaside Park - October 1-2-3, 2004

Anaheim Convention Center - October 8-9-10, 2004

San Diego Convention Center - October 15-16-17, 2004

San Francisco Harvest Festival - November 12 - 14, 2004 ‚ The Concourse, Moscone Center.

Sacramento Harvest Festival - November 19 - 21, 2004 ‚ Cal Expo

San Jose Harvest Festival - November 26 - 28, 2004 ‚ San Jose (CA) Convention Center

Pomona Fairplex - December 3-4-5, 2004

Alameda Point Antiques and Collectibles Faire -

Alameda - indoor and outdoor show featuring items that are twenty years or older and not reproductions. Held on the first Sunday of every month.