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.

Ever wondered what curators are looking for? This workshop will guide you through the process of getting noticed by curators and securing opportunities to showcase your work.

Curating an exhibition is akin to conducting an orchestra, where every element must harmonize to create a meaningful experience for the audience.

Collect a beautiful handmade ceramic bowl— one that isn’t too small or too big but just right. Fill up your bowl with yummy soup and get a slice of homemade bread to go with it.

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.

During this casual, in-person art tour, Namont will share the conceptual approach and techniques demonstrated in the various bodies of work. It will be a great opportunity to intimately discuss what interests you about the exhibit.

This workshop will introduce artists to AI tools and how they can be applied to enhance the artistic process.

Join us for an engaging Art Talk featuring curator Emmanuelle Namont in conversation with exhibiting artists Debra Achen, Adrienne Defendi, and Charlotta Hauksdóttir.

Make your creative voice heard! Learn the art of cyanotype printing and produce a unique postcard that is stamped and ready to mail.

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.

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.

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.

Chinese calligraphy is a visual art form infused with spiritual significance and cultural heritage. The practice emphasizes balance, harmony, and expressiveness with each character stroke. Master calligrapher ChoCho Chen, will lead a hands-on introduction into the ancient and revered art form of Chinese Calligraphy.

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.

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.

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.

ArtRageous: Burning Bubbles Bash!

Saturday, April 20, 7–10pm

AWD’s fundraising party returns. Pop up to prop up your favorite nonprofit art center.

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.

Books and blogs and online offers make it sound so easy, but many artists struggle to combine an authentic creative life with a successful career. Artist Coach Mary I. Edwards calls this “the Artist’s Dilemma.”

Books and blogs and online offers make it sound so easy, but many artists struggle to combine an authentic creative life with a successful career. Artist Coach Mary I. Edwards calls this “the Artist’s Dilemma.”

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.

This exhibition is a celebration of human creativity and craftspersonship and embodies the artist's dedication, uniqueness, and connection to their art.

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.

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.

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.

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.