Join ArtFirst!, a group of Bay Area artists and crafters at our Holiday Pop-Up Show & Sale, from November 24 to December 2, noon to 6:00 pm, at the Village Shops and Galleries, 10330 San Pablo Ave, El Cerrito. Meet the artists and enjoy music, wine, and refreshments at the Opening Launch Party on Saturday Nov. 24, from 5:00 to 8:00 pm.
Open days are the last weekend of November (11/24 to 11/25), then Weds. November 28 through Sunday December 2nd.
You won’t want to miss this exciting opportunity to see the diverse and unique work of eleven talented local artisans, with original and one-of-a-kind handmade gifts for yourself, and for family and friends. Some highlights include blown glass by Holly Wallace, vintage-inspired loomed beadwork by Julie Long Gallegos, abstract photography by kayla garelick, assemblage art by Beka Brayer, nature-based arts and crafts by Heidi Rand, mixed media and fiber arts by Grace Taormina, fused glass jewelry and handmade soap by Jane and Nadine Robbins-Laurent, artisanal botanical perfumes by Laurie Stern, painting by Victoria Veedell, Rachel Taormina and our host Mark Canepa, and much more!
The Gallery is wheelchair accessible, and there is plenty of free parking. It is about a half mile from the El Cerrito Plaza BART station.
Follow ArtFirst! on Facebook at https://facebook.com/ArtFirstBayArea Our website is http://ArtFirstBayArea.org
For more information, contact: Heidi Rand, heidirand@gmail.com, 510.919-4652
Click here to go to the ArtFirst! website
Artist websites:
Beka Brayer : http://heartofwhimsey.net
Heidi Rand : http://GardenDelightsArts.com
Jane and Nadine Robbins-Laurent : http://shopsassafras.com
Julie Long Gallegos : http://GaslightOriginalBeadwork.com
kayla garelick : http://daydreamingarts.com
Laurie Stern : http://Purrfumery.com
Rachel Taormina: http://racheltaormina.carbonmade.com
Victoria Veedell : http://veedell.com
