Amazing service and great work. We had a mural done to fix our original design. Allyson did an…read moreamazing job!!! We are super happy. Responsive and quality work

Allison was wonderful in the planning and painting! We love the result and would definitely work…read morewith her again.

I think everyone who lives in Santa Barbara attended last year's Holiday Night Market inside the…read morevacant Paseo Nuevo Macy's. We all wanted to unite and help out the local businesses who were trying to make up for lost profits and wages after the natural disasters. Sadly enough, this year's Night Market was dishearteningly and abruptly cancelled in October by Paseo Nuevo leaving many artisans displaced, with hopes to find somewhere quick to sell their amazing art and goods this Holiday Season. Thanks to Santa Barbara Trading Post's Vashti Wilson who pulled strings and all her resources to throw 2019's Twilight Holiday Market. She is an Air Force mother who had experienced European markets and wanted to bring this to Santa Barbara. If you ask me, this year's market is BETTER THAN EVER! It temporarily transported me home to Chicago's Christkindlmarket--without the frigid temperatures and mandatory cider in German boot mugs! The Twilight Market is outdoors right on De La Guerra Plaza within a heated tent with Christmas lights decorating the surrounding plants and palm trees. Step inside to explore 40+ local vendors and artisans selling their creative creations. A few of my favorites were: Island View Outfitters (screen printing shirts and stickers), AZ Designz (leather goods), Horse & Carriage Co (custom string art), Hot Cherry (therapeutic cherry pit wraps and pillows), RoHo Goods (ethical Kenyan products), & Pura Luna Women's Apothecary (plant remedies and goods). Everyone was super friendly and enthusiastic, plus many more to see that I failed to mention. If you're hungry, enjoy some smoky barbecue from Kaptain's BBQ Shack... Side note: There's the option to order in advance by texting your order to 805-617-0825 including your first/last name and phone number. There is also fingerlicking popcorn from Hippy Pop Popcorn, caffeinated hot beverages from the Nitro Shack, and rotating beer and wine offerings that changes daily to support multiple breweries/wineries. Genius! During the evenings, they have bands perform to add to the ambiance and outdoor patio seating. Markets like this is what I truly love about our tiny beach town of Santa Barbara--everyone pulls together to help and support one another to make exciting things happen. I would love to see the city create a permanent shared space for all these artisans to have pop-up shop off State Street since there is so much talent. For now, feel free to ask for a business card or find them on Etsy and/or Instagram. The market is running daily for two weeks straight from December 6th-23rd Mondays-Saturdays 4 pm - 10 pm and Sundays 12 pm - 6 pm. Go support your local artisans and small businesses to make a difference this Holiday Season!

THIS IS THE ARTIST YOU WANT! Aaron is crazy talented but also beyond kind and patient. I worked…read morewith him on our mural at Kickin KAsian in Northridge, and he exceeded our expectations. We had to work together to bring our vision to life while staying within some building limitations, and he nailed it. 10/10 would recommend and would work with him again. Thank you for the masterpiece, Aaron. Come check it out Reseda x Plummer in Northridge.

Aaron Kai is a Native Hawaiian artist that we, Mauna Loa, partnered with to design and collaborate…read morewith on a multitude of touchpoints. Aaron created bespoke artwork for us that celebrate our heritage in macadamias, that was created into a mural, merchandise, and expanded also into community events in Hilo as well as Honolulu to celebrate our partnership. Mauna Loa is the heritage macadamia brand from Hawai'i, and it was an honor for us to work with Aaron to give back to the community that we are both a part of. Aaron is from Hilo, and worked with the local schools that he went to- Kamehameha Schools in creating the mural. We threw a Mauna Loa x Aaron Kai community event that was extremely well received, and our staff have commented on how the mural has lifted morale at the plant, as it is such a beautiful piece that everyone sees on their way to work. Aaron is a pleasure to work with, professional, and has become a friend personally since the completion of our project. We hope to work closely with him again in the future. Mahalo nui Aaron, Danielle & the Mauna Loa 'ohana

Havilah is an amazing young artist. She has done 2 paintings for us both of our horse that passed…read moreaway. She is a dream to work with and so talented. Will use her talents again I am sure.

Havilah is an amazing artist! Her use of color and her attention to detail makes her work so…read morestunning! She has done a few commission pieces for me and I have loved every one!! She is so kind and easy to work with! Love her!

Miles was incredible from start to finish. He arrived early, stayed late, and somehow managed to…read moredraw nonstop all night while keeping the best attitude. Every guest was blown away by their live ink portrait; they were quick, beautiful, and truly captured each person's personality. He even surprised us with extra portraits just for us, which meant so much. Miles was kind, generous, and so easy to work with. Having him there added such a fun and personal touch to our reception, and people are still talking about how cool it was. If you're thinking about booking him, do it. You'll get amazing art and an even better person behind it.

I hired Miles for my wedding last fall and he was incredible. My guests all loved him, he was…read moreprofessional and his set up was clean and nice! definitely recommend him for your event! True talent!! Thank you for everything!!!

Art Essentials had a variety of painting materials. After going around town so happy I found this…read moregem! Has individual watercolor paint tubes available in variety of colors. Staff were super nice and helpful locating color I was looking for. Lots of arts supplies for painting or art activities for all ages.

Great selection! Everything for the artist and the only game in town. Plus the discounts keep me…read morecoming back.

If you are looking for private art lessons for your child, look no further than Rachel Fine Art…read more Our 10-year old absolutely loves her weekly class with Rachel. Our daughter has been into drawing since she was a small child, and so, for a few years, we had her in various group classes But as she got a little older, and she really started to excel, we decided she would benefit more from private classes. And were we right. Our daughter's skills have been improving by leaps and bounds since she started classes with Rachel. As my daughter says, "She's awesome!"

From the owner: Rachel specializes in private art lessons in painting, drawing, murals, and sculpture.read more