Free to the public, enjoy galleries, open studios, art exhibits, and more on the second Friday of each month. Anchored by the Art Works Downtown galleries and studio tour, the 2nd Friday Art Walk connects art venues throughout downtown San Rafael for an evening of inspiration and community.
2024 Schedule:
1/12, 2/9, 3/8, 4/12, 5/10, 6/14, 7/12, 8/9, 9/13, 10/11, 11/8, 12/13
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Interested in sponsoring the 2nd Friday Art Walk? Contact Elisabeth Setten
November 8, 2024 Participating Venues throughout Downtown San Rafael
Art Works Downtown
1325–1337 Fourth Street, 5–8pm
Transformative Landscapes: A Contemporary Perspective reception
Gallery 1337Ponds and Waterfalls by Barbara Morris reception
Underground GalleryTender Balance by Tara Daly reception
Founders’ GalleryCalifornia Flora, Fauna, and Foxes by Nancie Jordan reception
Donors’ GalleryDía de los Muertos Altar en AWD Por Alejandra Chávez
Window at Gallery 1337Discover two levels of art studios and galleries
Transformative Landscapes: A Contemporary Perspective • Gallery 1337
Youth in Arts
917 C Street, 5–7pm
My Voice Matters
featuring artists: Heath Carbone, Lea Ortiz, and Maddie O'Sullivan
On view: October 25–December 6, 2024
Opening Reception: November 8, 2024; 5–7pm
youthinarts.org/event/my-voice-matters-opens-oct-25th
My Voice Matters is Youth in Arts’ inaugural student-curated show delving into themes of identity, personal experience, and social justice. Through visual storytelling and creative expression, three high school aged participants reflect on their sense of self and role in the world. The emerging artists submitted robust proposals sharing their unique voice and experiences; making each student's narrative a vital contribution to the self-curated show. Don’t miss it!
My Voice Matters, Youth in Arts
Marin Jewelers Guild
1337 Fourth Street, 5–8pm
Lisa Lightman
“My primary pull, as an artist, is to leave an emotional mark, an image or shape that is mysterious and curious, brings joy and beauty. I create art that generates, for me, a feeling of wonder and awe, not unlike life itself.”
Lisa Lightman, Before the Beginning
Marelli Brothers Show Repair, Window
1318 Fourth Street, 24/7
The Joys of Watercolor display featuring cityscapes by Jim Heron and still-lifes by Laurie Wyman-Heron. jamesheronart.com
Marin Society of Artists
1515 Third Street, corner of E, 5–8pm
The Marin Society of Artists presents "HARVEST CELEBRATION," a fine art exhibition by MSA artist members. Live music by Barbie Rose and John T, food and non-alcoholic drink, two floors of art galleries and artist studios.
The prize juror for this exhibition is Orin Carpenter. You are invited to bring nonperishable food items to donate to the SF/Marin Food Bank.
Marin Society of Artists is located at 1515 3rd Street, corner of E, in San Rafael. Open Wednesday through Sunday, 12pm to 4pm. Free admission, all welcome!
Harvest Celebration, Marin Society of Artists
Art Walk can be everyday, enjoy the emPOWER Utility Box Art Project
A beautification project developed by the 2019 cohort of the Leadership Institute -- a program of the San Rafael Chamber of Commerce. Six talented, San Rafael-based artists were selected to design their vision of the “Spirit of San Rafael.” Enjoy their artistry at six locations in downtown San Rafael.
Lincoln & 3rd Street: Yuan Chen
Lincoln & 4th Street: Eyan Higgins Jones
Tamalpais & 3rd Street: Mirto Golino
Tamalpais & 4th Street: Stephanie Jucker
Tamalpais & Mission: Joshua Brindlely (Student) and Lynn Sondag (Associate Professor) of Dominican University
Lincoln & 2nd Street: Youth in Arts