I have a blank wall that screams for a original painting or
limited edition print.
Where's the best place in town to find something from up and coming local artists or
great local artists in general? I need something large with red/burgundy and/or earth
tones. Landscapes or abstracts...
COMMENT 197057
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2011-07-27 07:08 AM |
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Sunday art walk on the waterfront! We bought a triptych of Echinacea a couple of years ago from a gal who lives on El Sueno. She had a larger "exhibit" at the Sunday show which was where we saw her work and this piece in particular. (We've also bought coffee mugs from"terramonary" pottery, she's local too.) Good luck, hope you find something, and have fun!
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WESTZYDE
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2011-07-27 07:15 AM |
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Try the Santa Barbara Art Association's gallery, Gallery 113 in La Arcada court. Lots of local art at reasonable prices. I would call before going, as they are staffed be volunteers...965-6611. The exhibits change monthly, so keep trying.
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COMMENT 197063
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2011-07-27 07:27 AM |
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2nd on the Gallery 113, good local artists. They also have a big book in front with many members works and contact info.
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COMMENT 197064
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2011-07-27 07:28 AM |
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If you're serious about serious art and understand that acquiring art is as much about the process as the goal, check out the SB County Arts Commission's past exhibition catalogs that would feature a large portion of the best of local art. You can find SBCAC contact information on the County's website. If you know what you're looking for:
Go to Gary Chafe's website. He's a longtime artist and has been around, knows a lot of excellent local artists and is a gem. Also contact art teachers at SBCC. They are/know lots of artists. If you like landscapes try Arturo Tello's gallery in Carp on Palm St.
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CHERIDIANE
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2011-07-27 07:50 AM |
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Try Chris Potter's paintings of local scenes. He has a website and has art displayed at 805 Deli, Fast Frames on State St. sometimes at Sojourner. I have seen him painting around town and talked to him. link
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COMMENT 197094
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2011-07-27 08:12 AM |
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Sojourner Cafe always features local artists-- local artist Kristen Hawkes has her colorful paintings on display there now!
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COMMENT 197118P
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2011-07-27 08:42 AM |
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Why not have Peg Quinn paint a mural on your blank wall. It will end up happy, not screaming.
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COMMENT 197143
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2011-07-27 09:14 AM |
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Don't forget the frame - it completes the image !
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COMMENT 197153P
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2011-07-27 09:24 AM |
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SB Arts! There you can get paintings, photo's, sculptures, etc. www.sbarts.net Or Beach Sale on Sunday's. I have a bunch of Aundrea Tavakkoly's photo's and love them! www.aundreatphoto.com
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COMMENT 197187
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2011-07-27 10:07 AM |
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If you have a large space, James Seibert does 6' abstract paintings and is usually found on the Sunday Art Walk, as is Leigh Sparks who is on Etsy, eBay and has a shop in Carpinteria. You can Google both. I've also found some great vintage art by just using the search term "Santa Barbara painting" on eBay.
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COMMENT 197208
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2011-07-27 10:43 AM |
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Join us on the First Thursday Art Walk on August 4th. You'll see works by many local artists in a fun and very social atmosphere. Details can be found on the "Santa Barbara Downtown dot com" web site.
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COMMENT 197222
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2011-07-27 11:01 AM |
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There is still time to check out the SCAPE (Southern California Artists Painting for the Environment) show & sale at the Faulkner Gallery, it's up until July 30. Part of the proceeds benefit Forestwatch, a local nonprofit.
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POTPOURRI
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2011-07-27 11:49 AM |
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Local artists will be featured at Old Mission Santa Barbara on Sunday, Sept. 4, when the annual Mission Art Show will resume after an absence of several years. Two dozen Santa Barbara artists, including a friend of mine, were given access to areas of the mission grounds which have not been open to the general public.
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COMMENT 197275
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2011-07-27 12:21 PM |
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Best new place in town is The Project on E. De la Guerra St. Affordable, local artists, and part of the proceeds benefit Girls Inc. http://www.theproject-fineartzone.com
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COMMENT 197276
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2011-07-27 12:25 PM |
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This gallery opened in June, featuring artwork by nine local women. The Project fine art zone (you can find them on Facebook)
740 State St., Suite 1 on De La Guerra Plaza
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COMMENT 197351
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2011-07-27 03:38 PM |
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187, that would be James Siebert. I know this because my last name is Seibert.
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COMMENT 197386
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2011-07-27 04:51 PM |
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sb contemporary arts forum- upcoming is call for entries- a juried show featuring local artists- cool stuff there all of the time!
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COMMENT 197390P
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2011-07-27 04:57 PM |
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Check out this web site: http://www.s-c-a-p-e.org/ Southern California Artists Painting for the Environment
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MTNDRIVER
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2011-07-27 05:32 PM |
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First Thursday, next week (1st Thrus of each month) is a good time to visit lots of downtown galleries (and performance spaces). Refreshments, entertainment, lots of art to look at.
Info at: link
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COMMENT 197449
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2011-07-27 09:21 PM |
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The SBArtAssoc also has an exhibit at the JCC, 524 Chapala through Oct. 6.
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ZACKER
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2011-07-28 06:55 AM |
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Also....check out Red Door Gallery, Carpinteria. Www.ArtAtReddoor.com
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COMMENT 197472
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2011-07-28 07:15 AM |
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Look up the upcoming "one night stand" event at Art from Scrap. Local artists - new and well known, have donated small works for a "blind" showing. All works will sell for $200, and the maker will be revealed after purchase! There is a great chance you may take home a piece that is worth far more than the $200 price tag.
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COMMENT 197484P
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2011-07-28 07:58 AM |
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Check the current show at Michael/Kate, 132 Santa Barbara Street, across from Metropulos. The work of 40 artists is showing now through mid-August. It's a great show.
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COMMENT 197493
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2011-07-28 08:14 AM |
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The shows at The downtown library usually feature local artists.
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COMMENT 197497
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2011-07-28 08:21 AM |
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Art From Scrap Gallery, at Cota and Garden.
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COMMENT 197537
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2011-07-28 09:25 AM |
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for a real piece of art you should studio hunt in the funk zone, Reds art bar has some great pieces, Michael Kates show i also recommend. DT galleries are mostly traditional paintings.
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SLIPROCK9
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2011-07-28 09:40 AM |
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Santa Barbara Studio Artists will have their studios open the last weekend in August (Aug.27&28). There will be a reception at Santa Barbara Frame Shop & Gallery on Aug. 26, 5-8pm (1324 State, Suite J - Arlington Plaza), so you can check out who you might want to see. Also, if you like non-objective work, you might check out the show at the Casa Magazine Gallery (only on through tomorrow!), 23 E. Canon Perdido. There is one huge painting with alot of burgundy and earthtones. The artist is Tom Post, a local guy.
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COMMENT 197561
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2011-07-28 10:04 AM |
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You might want to consider looking and learning about contemporary art for a while before purchasing. If you consider buying art as an investment (something you can have for a lifetime and beyond), your approach may change from `let's go out and buy a painting' to `let's start looking around and find a work of art to begin a collection'.. You may want to consider buying a number of small pieces for your wall that you can collect slowly or, as stated, one paining. But, take you time and enjoy the process: go to the First Thursday exhibits and talk to the local artists who can steer you to other local artists. There is a wealth of undiscovered treasure out there. Happy hunting!
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CATNET4
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2011-07-28 10:52 AM |
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Gallery 113 has a new show at the begfinning of each monthy. Any member of Santa Barbara Art Asso can hang paintings there; great variety of local works. Also there's a new exhibit of paintings at the Cabrillo Art Pavillion on the beach!
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COMMENT 197629
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2011-07-28 12:06 PM |
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Gallery 113, The Goleta Library Annex has art on exhibit for sale by Goleta Valley Art Assoc. members, Hutton Non-Profits in SB- Chapala St. and on Hollister Ave. next to the Alpha Thrift heading West, S.C.A.P.E artists', Mesa Artist Studio Tour which is in Nov., lots of lovely art. If go to the galleries can contact artist and see art in their home for sale as well. Call and make appt.
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COMMENT 197642
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2011-07-28 12:29 PM |
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Santa Barbara Printmakers will be having a big exhibit at the Faulkner Gallery (Main Library) in September. Good stuff. The local printmaking scene is strong and vibrant and producing cutting-edge work. Check out their website.
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MCMAC
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2011-07-31 08:50 AM |
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Go see the current SB 60 year art retrospective exhibit currently at Channing Peake Gallery. Also, go to Gallery Los Olivos in Los Olivos, which has work by gallery members as well as a separate space for works from the Artists' Guild of the Santa Ynez Valley.
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