2nd Friday ArtAbout

2nd Friday ArtAbout The 2nd Friday ArtAbout is a monthly self-guided art walk of receptions at galleries, art studios, and businesses in Davis.

This free event takes place on the second Friday night of each month, typically from 6-9 PM, although hours vary depending upon the venue. Attendees can chat with featured artists, purchase work, and enjoy other activities such as live music, performances, and complimentary wine and refreshments. All are welcome to explore downtown Davis and our thriving arts community. Participation varies monthl

y for the ArtAbout, but there are typically 10+ venues that display paintings, photography, ceramics, sculptures, jewelry, and more. Many of these venues are businesses who kindly invite artists to display their work in their space. Discover local and regional talent, new artistic styles, and unique creations while experiencing the vibrancy of downtown with friends. The ArtAbout Guide includes images and information about artists on view and is a great source for what’s happening in town for the whole month. The Guide is ready early the week of 2nd Friday and will be posted here. Printed copies are available at that time at most participating venues such as The Artery, Logos Books, and the Pence Gallery. As of November 2021, the 2nd Friday ArtAbout event is coordinated by the Pence Gallery. The ArtAbout is currently sponsored by Signature Sponsor Willowgrove & the Davis Downtown Business Association. If you have questions or want to participate, email Jenna Matsubara at [email protected]. This 2nd Friday ArtAbout page shares detailed info about the ArtAbout, and we invite artists and the community to connect and share ArtAbout announcements and images.

This Friday, May 22, is the deadline to submit your event if you plan to participate in June's ArtAbout. Make sure to ge...
05/19/2026

This Friday, May 22, is the deadline to submit your event if you plan to participate in June's ArtAbout. Make sure to get your info in so that your business & artists can be a part of the artwalk!

Events must be free art-related or live music events at venues in the downtown Davis core (or beyond as off-map events). They can be submitted at https://pencegallery.org/events/artabout/.

From the Pence Gallery's reception last Friday!
05/15/2026

From the Pence Gallery's reception last Friday!

Logos Books has wonderful fiber art by Cathy Brorby on display throughout the store. Visit this month to see the artist'...
05/14/2026

Logos Books has wonderful fiber art by Cathy Brorby on display throughout the store. Visit this month to see the artist's work through May 30, and pick up some books at great prices at the same time.

Jaeger & Reid performed a free noon concert at Davis Community Church last Friday! Enjoy different music every month for...
05/13/2026

Jaeger & Reid performed a free noon concert at Davis Community Church last Friday! Enjoy different music every month for the 2nd Friday ArtAbout.

Looking for a bit more of hands-on crafting with your kids during the ArtAbout? Take a quick drive to the Davis Arts Cen...
05/07/2026

Looking for a bit more of hands-on crafting with your kids during the ArtAbout? Take a quick drive to the Davis Arts Center for their Art Explorers: Family Open Studio from 5-7 PM. Explore an array of art materials, such as paint, oil pastels, and recycled materials. Let your creative imagination run wild! (An adult must attend with a child.)

Shop from fun crafts and vintage items at Davis Craft and Vintage at E Street Plaza this Friday during the ArtAbout. The...
05/06/2026

Shop from fun crafts and vintage items at Davis Craft and Vintage at E Street Plaza this Friday during the ArtAbout. They'll be set up from 5-9 PM, with live music by the New Harmony Jazz Band starting at 6 PM.

Browse a variety of work by vendors such as DoodleStitchArt, The Hyacinthe House, Joce in Stitches, WJewels Creations, Recollections Vintage Jewelry, Richard Max Kolding, East West Art Creations, and Moorish Trends.

This month's LIVE@DCC free noon concert will feature a fantastic folk duo, Jaeger & Reid. Come enjoy their performance t...
05/05/2026

This month's LIVE@DCC free noon concert will feature a fantastic folk duo, Jaeger & Reid. Come enjoy their performance this Friday from 12-1 PM at the Davis Community Church!

Jaeger & Reid, from the San Francisco Bay Area, combine Judi Jaeger’s Canadian background, striking vocals and intelligent songs with Bob Reid’s California upbringing and his own engaging, original and collected tunes. Their delicate, rich harmonies and artful blending of guitars and ukulele deliver an intimate concert of deeply meaningful music.

We are looking forward to a warm & sunny artwalk this Friday! Kick off Mother's Day weekend by showing her and the rest ...
05/04/2026

We are looking forward to a warm & sunny artwalk this Friday! Kick off Mother's Day weekend by showing her and the rest of the family around downtown Davis' coolest art spots. It's also the perfect chance to find some artsy gifts.

Thank you to our amazing sponsors for making the ArtAbout possible—Signature Sponsor Willowgrove Davis and Davis Downtown.

Download this month's full guide at https://pencegallery.org/events/artabout/.

Join the Pence Gallery for their 2nd Friday ArtAbout reception on May 8, 6-9 PM. Enjoy browsing multiple art exhibits, c...
05/04/2026

Join the Pence Gallery for their 2nd Friday ArtAbout reception on May 8, 6-9 PM. Enjoy browsing multiple art exhibits, complimentary wine, and an art-themed scavenger hunt. Free admission!

"Davis Art Studio Tour Preview Exhibit" offers a preview of work by artists participating in the upcoming self-guided tour on May 16-17. "Linda Clark Johnson: Sunshine & Shadows" exhibits beautiful botanical cyanotype artworks upstairs. "The Abstract Language of Ceramics" is a group exhibit that showcases striking geometric and biomorphic forms inspired by nature. "Julie Bernadeth Crumb: Family Style" displays a collection of screenprints and film along the stairway.

Images:
Deladier Almeida, "Country Amble III"
Linda Clark Johnson, "Heat Wave"
Karyn Gabriel, "Ripple"
Julie Bernadeth Crumb, "Sunday Service"

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6pm - 9pm

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