GORMAN MUSEUM OF NATIVE AMERICAN ART. The solo-exhibition features artworks by award-winning artist Rick Bartow, from 1979 to 2015. A Vietnam Veteran, life-long musician and song- writer, widower, and enrolled member of the Mad River Band of Wiyot Indians, Bartow is considered one of the most important leaders in contemporary Native American art. Free
THE BARN GALLERY, WOODLAND. View a collection of work created by Teaching Artists working in Yolo County. This show includes ceramic, digital illustration, installation, mixed media, painting, photography, and printed artworks. Free
THE ARTERY. Celebrate the season at The Artery’s Winter Market! Discover a festive collection of handcrafted artwork created with all the December holidays in mind. From unique gifts to joyful décor, our cooperative artists have crafted something special for everyone.
GALLERY 625, WOODLAND. View a solo show featuring Carlaina Brown’s Sound Bars series and other selected works. The work aims to embrace combinations of colors and textures, and to assemble spatial relationships that evoke shared experiences. Free
JOHN NATSOULAS GALLERY. This exhibition celebrates sculptor Deborah G. Rogers’ incredible story-telling powers. Her imaginative installation showcases a magical narrative filled with diverse characters within a forest of handmade trees. Free
JOHN NATSOULAS GALLERY. In this exhibition, Jose Manuel Arevalo Blanco enters an intimate territory where memory and play intertwine in a gesture of delicate evocation. Through beaches, landscapes, faded umbrellas and playful objects that float like vestiges of a distant childhood, the artist articulates a visual poetic that transcends mere representation, activating a deeply emotional experience in the viewer deeply rooted in what was lived. Free
PENCE GALLERY. Darrci Robertson is a sculptor and ceramic artist whose work is autobiographical in nature, portraying characters, symbols, and emotions that reflect her various roles as a woman, wife, and mother. Her ceramics are both whimsical and deeply personal, highlighting her love of storytelling through the medium of clay. 11:30a—5p. Free
DAVIS SENIOR CENTER. We are hosting a craft fair and toy sale (think Funko Pop and comic con type toys). For more information, call (530) 757-5696. 9a—2p.
1338 NOTRE DAME DR, DAVIS. Five long-time Davis residents and artisans will host a pop-up art sale of their work. Shop from jewelry by Amina Harris, paintings and drawings by Nancy Gelbard, photographs by David Kalb, hand-painted silk scarves by Rebecca Stein-Wexler, and unique hand-knitted wears by Norma Rice. 10a—3p. Free
PENCE GALLERY. The Pence’s Holiday Market is a treasure trove of handcrafted items made by over 50 participating regional artists and artisans, perfect for holiday gift giving. Visitors can enjoy shopping for cozy knit scarves, unique jewelry, ceramics, paintings, and more. 11:30a—5p. Free
DEATH OR GLORY TATTOO. For this annual toy drive event, visitors can bring a new, unwrapped toy with receipt of purchase of $50 or more and receive a free tattoo! Also, shop from the Maker's Market on the patio to pick something extra up for yourself or loved ones. 12p—8p. Free
CENTRAL PARK. Expect to see friendly vendors with local handmade and original art, crafts, quality vintage items, upcycled treasures, earth-friendly creations, good food, and more! Free live music fills the open space for a lively atmosphere so be sure to stop by and join us! 10a—4p.
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