By: The Dirt
Holiday giving in Yolo County is made even more meaningful by the many artists and creators in our vibrant communities.
Each year, the City of Davis takes part in a national shop the arts campaign to mark the Sunday after Thanksgiving as Artists Sunday, encouraging local shoppers to spend their dollars supporting local artists, musicians and performers.
“Artists Sunday is so great because it reminds everyone that gift purchases can be made locally—and not just that day, but year round. It is a win-win-win,” Rachel Hartsough of the City of Davis Arts & Culture Department told The Dirt. “Our favorite artists and organizations make the crucial funds they need to stay and thrive in our community, important tax revenue goes back into City investment, AND everyone ends up with great gifts. Plus, you don’t need to drive very far.”
Not sure where to start? Here’s our shop the arts gift guide:
ART
- The holiday market at the Pence Gallery is a treasure trove of local artists’ work at reasonable prices.
- The Artery’s is an artist co-op in a gallery setting featuring ceramics, fiber art, jewelry, & more.
- The John Natsoulas Gallery features works by California artists & beyond.
- Secret Spot is an artist lounge & gallery featuring new and upcoming local artists.
- Give the gift of art creation with a workshop at Davis Arts Center, the Pence Gallery, or Bubblegum Art Studio.
- Splurge on art supplies at the Paint Chip.
PERFORMANCE
- Treat your loved one to performance art at Davis Musical Theatre Company or the Mondavi Center.
DANCE
- Shop classes for children and grown-ups at Pamela Trokanski Dance Workshop, Stambusky Studios, Applegate Dance Studio, & Mirror Image Dance Company.
MUSIC
- Tickets to Davis Music Festival, supporting the Davis Live Music Collective, or investing in music lessons through Watermelon Music is a great way to embrace experience- giving.
