Sevigny Studios presents new jewelry designs by the ever popular Alaskan rock artist Loey Stayden of Alaska Rocks!! Metal sculptor, Marieke, will display many of her creative new works.Visitors will enjoy the music of Jonathon Canamore and Broody in the Fridge Magnets.

The Cake Studio, as part of Sevigny Studio’s May First Friday event, is featuring Karen Helton’s work in ‘Awakening True Appreciation’, a mixed media show of Karen’s photos collaged into her artwork. Karen states “My recent study of Kabbalah has woven another layer into my art.”

Sevigny Studios presents Jules Wolfe’s Contemporary Abstracts. Her work, mostly acrylic on canvas, is as she states, influenced by “the boys”: Picasso, Cezanne, Van Gogh, Rothko, and Klimt. She describes her show as a playful approach to featuring flora. Guests will also enjoy the live music of “The Westchester Collective.”

Fiddlehead Gallery presents Annie Ciszak Pazar. Annie is a local metalworker specializing in one-of-a-kind handcrafted jewelry. Annie’s work reflects her experiments with new techniques and styles, mixing old with new. Sayings like “LOL” and “Baby Mama” on her jewelry make them a favorite in the gallery.

The Cake Studio, as part of Sevigny Studio’s First Friday, presents Bill Corey. Corey is a long time Alaskan and is inspired by Alaska’s natural beauty. His acrylic on canvas show is a study in pushing boundaries and learning new skills. While viewing the show you may also enjoy the sweet tastes of Cake Studio’s coffee and pastries.

Mid-town Santa Barbara offers A Crimson Holiday in La Cumbre Plaza. Marilyn Dannehower of MAD Dreams Jewelry Design & Bridal Crystal Direct has pulled together a great assortment of 25 artists and designers to complete her boutique store.. and there is plenty of parking!

If you are doing some Costco or Best Buy shopping, stop by the Goodland Gallery! They’ve moved to a new location near Santa Barbara Bank & Trust in the Camino Real Marketplace. Shelly Lenox has owned and operated the gallery for over 2 years, and has worked hard to pack an amazing variety of talented and unique artists into her new space. Say hello to Shelly, and her dog Alex!

Ok, that’s all for now… Thank you Santa Barbara for supporting local business, and keeping Artists working!

With 25 Artists in tow, the artisan gift gallery is filled with an assortment of hand-made Jewelry, Paintings, Baby Quilts, Cute & Cuddly things, Fairy skirts and headbands, Fused Glass, Stoneware, Knick-Knacks, Silk and Hand-knit Scarves, Hand-Painted gourds and furniture, American Doll clothes, Bags & Accessories… and a whole lot more.

The Store will be celebrating their Grand Opening on Friday November 19th from 4-7pm, and will be serving Wine and Hors D’Oeuvres. So, if you are looking for Things To Do in Santa Barbara this Friday, stop by and wander the aisles, meet your favorite artist, and find out about their craft. Crimson Holiday looks forward to seeing you there!

Setting up shop in the old ‘Coach’ location across from Louis Vuitton in a prime retail zone is really a blessing.  With things like shelving and lighting left behind by it’s former occupants, it’s made moving in a relative breeze.

Marilyn has assembled a unique group of local Santa Barbara Artists and Designers under the umbrella of ‘Crimson Holiday’ to provide just what La Cumbre Mall needs… a little grass-roots flavor!

Crimson Holiday opened its doors on November 1^st and will remain open through the end of the year. The store features the work of 23 area artists, including 8 primary artists.

Ramona Clayton of ‘Terramonary’ has been making pottery since 1990, working exclusively with stoneware and porcelain, she really has become a master of her work. 

“My ceramic work is an expression of the joy and happiness my life is blessed with. It is a reflection of my experiences and encounters with Nature. Each of my “pots” represent one moments possibility on the path from “formless” to “useful”.

Marilyn Dannehower designs Swarovski Crystal and pearl jewelry, chainmaille, silver and gold smithed (fabricated) and semi-precious and precious gemstones at affordable prices. She regularly works with customers designing custom pieces for individuals and brides.

Carol Hirashima of Chira Designs returns with an eclectic mix of bags and small accessories, including Hand-Knit scarves and headbands.

Chris Hartsock creates beautiful and meticulous beadwork, she started CEH Creations in 2007. All of her pieces are hand made. You may even come in to the store and see her at work. Her product line includes beadwoven bracelets, necklaces, watches and pendants and beadwoven tapestries.

Jan and Art Johnson have something for everyone, offering a variety of Porcelain novelty gifts from buddhas and dragons to lotus blossoms, and mermaids!

Roberta Miller is a energetic painter. Her colorful pieces include unique tables, chairs, and even gourds!

There’s so much more to look at, Virgina Covalt of Live Oak Creations, Danae-Michele of Garden of Gaia, AlisonAlio… and more, so stop by Starbucks or Marmalade Cafe in La Cumbre Plaza, and mozy on over to Crimson Holiday!

The new address is: 7066 Marketplace Drive, Goleta.

Owner/Manager Shelly Lenox has put alot of time and effort to maintain a place for local Artisans, and it’s in Camino Real where she has established a foothold… and home.

The location is a about half-the size, but there is little missing… she along with a handful of great helpers, have hammered and squeezed everything into place. It’s quite an accomplishment, and a feast for the eyes!

You’ll find the pottery of Terramonary, accessories by Chira Designs, and Garden of Gaia-Danae Michele, jewelry by Hester Van Digglen, James Cleland and many others.

Additionally, there will be give-aways and drawings to celebrate, and Shelly is the first to step up to the plate. She will be giving the first 20 Customers to mention this Blog a pair of her own fused-glass earrings. How cool is that?!

Down the road… November 5th marks the 3rd Anniversery for the Goodland Gallery, and to celebrate the date, and the Grand-Opening of the NEW  Location near Santa Barbara Bank & Trust in Goleta, festivities are in order! I’ll post the details as they come available.

Thanks Santa Barbara/Goleta for supporting local Artists!

Beaute Potpourri

If you are in the Santa Ynez Valley, stop by and take a look at Beaute Potpourri’s new selection of Chira Designs Cosmetic Bags, or schedule a Cut and Color, Facial or a Makeover for a brand-new look!

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The Gallery’s got new digs… and Michael Champe (Cartoonist Extraordinaire) was there to lend a hand.

Michael is generous with his time, and helps just about anyone and everyone. He’s a happy-go-lucky sort of guy, and his kindness doesn’t go un-noticed.

With the Gallery’s re-open scheduled for October 18th from 11-6 pm, there is just 5 more days to get everything in order, and the Artists re-situated.

The new space is definately smaller, and will require some creatitvity and sharing to squeeze everyone back in… but Shelly is using every square inch, and by going UP she’s found considerable real-estate. SMART move!

There will be give-aways and drawings to celebrate, and Shelly is the first to step up to the plate. She will be giving the first 20 Customers to mention this Blog a pair of her own fused-glass earrings. How cool is that?!

Down the road… November 5th marks the 3rd Anniversery for the Goodland Gallery, and to celebrate the date, and the Grand-Opening of the NEW  Location near Santa Barbara Bank & Trust, festivities are in order! I’ll post the details as they come available.

Thanks Santa Barbara/Goleta for supporting local Artists!