High quality handcrafted items. If you have friends or family who are artists themselves, who have…read morea discerning eye, this is the place to shop for a gift. And get something for yourself too! I did. The owner is friendly and helpful (not obtrusive) and knows a lot about the craftspeople whose items are sold here if you want to hear the backstory.

Located in the heart of downtown Petaluma, Usher Gallery is a true gem! Not just a unique gallery…read morefeaturing art exhibits and special events where you can meet and visit with their featured artists, Usher is a gift shop full of handmade and locally crafted treasures! Look no further next time you need a gift for someone special (including yourself). Follow their social media page on Instagram for information on their outdoor FREE LIVE MUSIC evenings!

This local, LGBTQ-owned art studio isn't just a place to make things--it's a space that makes you…read morefeel something. There's no pressure to be perfect here. Whether you're painting for the first time or you've been sketching since grade school, the vibe is the same: open, affirming, and wildly fun. This studio is quickly becoming known for its hands-on workshops, unexpected installations, and one-of-a-kind art shows that spotlight bold local artists. But what really sets this space apart is the feeling. It's welcoming in a way that feels real. Safe in a way that makes you want to take risks. Slough City Studios reminds you why art matters--not just as expression, but as connection. Come here for a messy craft night, a gallery show, or just to soak in the atmosphere, you'll walk out a little lighter, a little braver, and probably with some paint and glitter on your hands and face.

We bought tx to hear a favorite rock n roll band but they don't have a bar! So the SEVENTEEN, yes…read more17, will leave a go two doors down and back after. Feel sorry for the band when so many leave at once.

I discovered the Petaluma Arts Center two years ago, and have enjoyed every exhibition I've seen…read morethere. The exhibit spaces are large enough to show a sizable collection of work, and the people they've picked to curate and design the shows have done a terrific job. Both the "Black Artists on Art: The Legacy Exhibit," and "Journeys Through Light & Dark: DOLLS as Tellers of Stories" exhibitions blew my mind! I left inspired and stunned, wanting to know more about some of the artists. It's not a pretentious or stuffy place to look at visual art--rather, it's a warm, welcoming spot where you can pop in every month or two, see something amazing, and leave feeling inspired. The work on exhibition has always been strong: beautiful, powerful, spirited, and surprising. I've yet to be disappointed, and all the friends I've brought along or have seen a show I told them about have also had a great time. If you're visiting Petaluma for the day, it's well-worth crossing the river and dropping in.

I stumbled across the display window of this non-profit store while venturing around downtown's…read moreantique faire on April 17th. AWOL (Art without Labels) is a collective of artists with developmental disabilities who meet to celebrate in daily acts of creation. There were art works displayed in the store featuring: painted canvases sock dogs adorned with colorful fabrics shirts embroidered bags housewares This is a retail branch founded by Lorin Kaufman and Julia Macdougall in 1998. HOURS: M through Thus -11-3pm Friday 11-7pm Sat and Sun 12-5pm Call first for changing hours.

This is a great little gem in downtown Petaluma. It is an art studio, but all the art is created in…read morehouse by adults with disabilities. The artwork is amazing and the storefront is decorated with unique and unusual art. Definitely worth checking out and saying hello to the artists!

Hands down the most welcoming and professional shop! I was pierced in S.F. and Christine has been…read moreincredibly kind to help me downsize and care for my new piercing. They have incredibly unique and beautiful jewelry and for my next piercing am definitely going to Blue Lotus. She is patient, kind, knowledgeable and incredibly good at what she does.

I brought my daughter in to get her ears pierced and was very pleased. Christine and her staff were…read morewonderful. The studio was very clean and professional. They made sure we understood the aftercare instructions and they were so patient, calming and reassuring to my daughter. She was so happy and felt so proud she did it, and the piercings look great. I will definitely be coming back.

I bought 2 of Lance's framed photographs for my Novato home. I wanted photos of the Marin coastline…read more(specifically Pt. Reyes) and I am so pleased with my purchase. The photos are spectacular and the matting/framing are wonderful. They are a great addition to our master bedroom and it's wonderful to wake up and look at the beauty of them every day. Highly recommend Lance's photographic pieces.

Outstanding workshop by a knowledgeable and excellent photographer and reasonably priced as well…read more He's a friendly guy and knew the places of workshop thoroughly.

Amazing work and beautiful finishes. Easy to work with, clear and direct. Excellent contractor and…read morean amazing artist.

We hired Roberta to match a faux finish on kitchen cabinets, re decorate a fireplace and other…read morework. She did a good job on the fireplace and a pretty nice job on the kitchen cabinets, until she had some personal problem of some kind. The job in the kitchen got abandoned, parts were not finished and the varnish finish coat was sloppy and had large missed areas that were not covered. A spice cabinet in the kitchen that was to match the main cabinets did not match very well and had a whitewash effect that made it look different. Roberta told me I didn't know anything about art and would not change it because she liked it the way it was. We paid our bills promptly and when he would not come back to clean up the missed spots she refused to return our "deposit"of $2000. Wet old her to deduct the $200 we owed her and return the balance and she then made up a bogus bill for "consulting" -and travel time and said we were even, Do not give Roberta a deposit without a written agreement of some kind or she will rip you off like she did to us, We had to pay another person to finish her work. We found another artist who is much better in quality, is honest and is a much more talented artist. We do not recommend this artist mostly because she is hard to work with, does not keep her word, has too many personal problems that interfere with the work we are paying for AND she cannot be trusted with a deposit. I would sue her for the money but she doesn't have any money to get back. The best thing to do is avoid her or you will get ripped off,