BIO: Born: 1955, New Orleans, Louisiana MFA, San José State University, 2024 ARTIST STATEMENT: My studio strives to make forms that are alive. Never too far from the freeways and railroad tracks of Oakland, I try to paint pictures and fashion objects to be beautiful, or to entertain people. The idea of making something that…
Denise Owen
ARTIST”S BIO Denise Owen is a contemporary visual artist who lives and works in Oakland, CA. Born in Johnstown, PA, she earned Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees in Architecture, was a Peace Corps volunteer in the Ivory Coast, and is Professor Emeritus of Art and Interior Design at Ohlone College in Fremont, CA. She discovered her…
Gina Gaiser
Gina Gaiser (she/her) is an Oakland-based artist working primarily in photography and digital media. Drawing from her Bay Area roots, Gaiser’s work focuses on the evolving dynamic between human activity and the environment, especially in areas experiencing change. She photographs Oakland on a daily basis, isolating moments of visual significance in the forgotten and ordinary,…
Multiple Artist Locations
Alameda Frank Bette Center For The Arts Paul Nathan Feinberg Carol Sconzert CS Boris 3234 Fernside Blvd Charlie Sullivan Deb Sullivan Berkeley 1450 Fourth Street Goran Konjevod Jules Kobelin 1025 Carleton Street Jean Sanchirico Raymond Lionel Haywood Sonia Gill 2018 Virginia Street Judith T. Irwin Paquerette Berkeley Potters Guild, 731 Jones Street Chanda Beck Itsuko…
Featured Artist
Guillermo Navarrete Davis Guillermo Navarrete Davis is an indigenous Latino and self-taught painter from Santiago de Chile. He draws inspiration from the visionary works of Dali, Klimt, and the Great Impressionists. With an unwavering commitment to excellence and beauty, his art embodies a continuous pursuit of growth and mastery. His oil paintings invite viewers into…
About
An East Bay Tradition for Almost 50 Years! The Annual East Bay Open Studios Event has been an ongoing tradition in the San Francisco Bay Area for over 40 years. Formerly organized by Pro Arts, a non-profit art organization based in Oakland, the event is now produced by Oakland Art Murmur, a 501c3 nonprofit located…
Preparing For Your Open Studio
Publicize Your Open Studio Event Download these pre-formatted square and banner graphics to promote the EBOS event Download these pre-formatted IG graphics to promote the EBOS event __________________________________________________________________________________ Email __________________________________________________________________________________ Website __________________________________________________________________________________ Social Media __________________________________________________________________________________ Hyper Local Promotion _________________________________________________________________ Participate in the Spring Salon Exhibition _________________________________________________________________ Marketing Assets and Signage Create Your Own Postcards and…
Terms and Conditions
By paying the artist registration fee, accepting a scholarship and/or accepting exhibition space you are automatically agreeing to the following terms and conditions. Please read this entire document before paying the registration fee, accepting scholarship or exhibition space. If/when I register, I am automatically agreeing to all of the following terms: Additional Terms and Conditions…
Privacy Policy
Your privacy is important to us at Oakland Art Murmur (OAM) and East Bay Open Studios (EBOS). To better protect your privacy we provide this notice explaining our online information practices and the choices you can make about the way your information is collected and used. Please read the following carefully. If you have any…
Artist Registration Information
ARTIST REGISTRATION FOR THE WINTER 2024 EVENT (DEC 7, 8) WILL OPEN JULY 26 AND CLOSE SEPTEMBER 8TH AT 11:59PM Before You Register Fee Waivers Space Requests Submit Your Artwork How can I apply to have my artwork featured for the East Bay Open Studios Marketing Materials and Guide Cover? An application and submission process…
Special Event Schedule
Grab a friend and check out these receptions, events and activities happening throughout the East Bay! December 6 OAKLAND PREVIEW AND ART PARTY, 5PM – 7PM Come party with Grand Gallery and Studios 11 Artists on Friday, Dec 6th at The Grand Gallery and Studios 11 Live music from The Dave Brownell Band, nibbles and drinks, and…
Sponsors, Advertisers and Partners
East Bay Open Studios would like to thank our Sponsors, Advertisers and Community Partners whose support of the art community is invaluable. We are grateful for their contributions and support.Please click on their logos to visit their websites and to learn more about them. Satellite Exhibitions/Community Hubs Find the Hub in your community to view…
For Artists – Benefits of Participation
East Bay Open Studios provides a platform for participating artists to foster and sustain the creative act of sharing one’s art, for developing new connections, and enhancing existing relationships. The event facilitates new and meaningful connections between artists and the public. Gain exposure to the art-loving and art-buying public. Enjoy 100% of the direct sales…
For Artists – FAQs
What are the dates for the 2024 events? The EBOS 2024 events are as follows – Spring Event – June 1, 2 and June 8, 9 . Registration opens February 1 and closes March 1. Winter Event – December 7, 8. Registration will open July 26th and closes August 31st at 11:59pm. Who can participate…
Become An Event Sponsor
Your sponsorship will help support the registered artists, the art community and the arts in the cities of the East Bay as well as give you exposure to our audience of art-loving locals and tourists. Ready to become a sponsor? Click the button below to initiate your sponsorship payment Please email us if you have any…
Contact
[email protected] Mailing- Oakland Art Murmur 490 Lake Park Avenue PO BOX 10112 Oakland, CA 94610 [email protected]
Registration How-To’s
Create A New EBOS Profile (video) Watch a screen recording showing step by step instructions for creating your EBOS profile and listing. Written guidelines with screenshots below. Create A New EBOS Profile* *Returning artists review information under “Returning Artists” Scroll Down Select Your Plan Create Or Update Your Profile Add Your Studio Location Add Images…