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Call for Art - Holiday Lights 2026

Call for Art - Holiday Lights 2026

Sat, Nov 7, 8:00 PM
From San Francisco Women Artists Gallery
5.0

Open Call for Entries : December 2026 Gallery Exhibit Holiday Lights 2026 Entry Deadline: NOVEMBER 7 6 PM Show: DECEMBER 8 – JANUARY 8, 2027 SFWA invites Bay Area artists of all genders are to submit their favorite works for consideration to be included in our Holiday Lights show. We celebrate Winter Solstice by inviting artists to submit work that’s bright, colorful and emphasize light. Artists are welcome to submit works that glitter, sparkle or shine. Choose bold chiaroscuro or delicate sfumato or be literal with your imagery or medium. All 2D and 3D Media and all artistic styles are welcome ( except video). MORE INFO and SUBMISSION LINK here: https://www.sfwomenartists.org/open-call-for-entries-december-2026/ SFWA is a designated SF Legacy Business in recognition of serving the community as a valued cultural asset of the city for over 100 years. Started in the late 1800s as the Sketch Club, it is one of California's oldest arts organizations.

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FORT BAKER PAINT OUT! 🧑‍🎨🎨

FORT BAKER PAINT OUT! 🧑‍🎨🎨

Sat, Nov 14, 5:30 PM
From Bay Area Plein Air Painters
4.9

**[Fort Baker](https://www.nps.gov/goga/learn/historyculture/fort-baker.htm)**! Join us for a morning of plein air painting surrounded by some of the Bay Area’s most beautiful sceneryjaker, Sausalito 🕤 9:30 AM–12:30 PM Bring your portable painting setup, stool or chair, and layers—the waterfront can be cool and breezy. Come paint, explore, and enjoy a beautiful morning with fellow plein air painters. All skill levels welcome! 🖌️🌿

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Le Mil's Specialty Indian Coffee (Cafe Art Circle)

Le Mil's Specialty Indian Coffee (Cafe Art Circle)

Sun, Nov 1, 9:00 PM
From SF Sketchers
4.9

Cafe sketching at the brand new Le Mil's Coffee in SF Nob Hill. 📍 **1:00pm meet inside.** Look for us with sketchbooks. 🎨 Bring your own art supplies. Roam freely. Sketch what you see. ☕ Pull up a chair anytime to draw with us and talk art. 📓 2:45pm. We wrap things up with a show & tell throwdown. Le Mil’s Coffee is San Francisco's first specialty Indian coffee shop that recently held its grand opening Aug 15, 2026. The cafe was founded by Milana Ram and Himanshu Bhaisare, with origins going back to Ram’s family’s five generation coffee farm in Chikmagalur, Karnataka, one of India’s historic coffee growing regions. The cafe serves espresso drinks and pour overs alongside South Indian filter coffee. * [SF Gate Article](https://www.sfgate.com/food/article/sf-indian-coffee-shop-22357496.php) * [SF Chronicle Article](https://www.sfchronicle.com/food/restaurants/article/le-mils-indian-coffee-opening-sf-22345476.php) * [Le Mil's Website](https://lemils.com/) This is organized by the **[Cafe Art Circle](https://www.zenbay.org/cafe_art_circle)** meetup under SF Sketchers. We explore coffee and tea shops around the Bay Area, using sketching as a way to experience the atmosphere of each place and its neighborhood.

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Side Project Saturday for Artists

Side Project Saturday for Artists

Sat, Oct 31, 6:00 PM
From Artists: Mission Creatives Meetup
4.9

Come down and work alongside fellow artists and creatives. Whether you prefer traditional art, or the latest AI tools—all mediums are welcome. Come down and learn and explore! **Who should join:** Artists of all kinds, from hobbyists to seasoned creators, all are welcome. Just have fun working alongside friends. **What to bring:** * Your art materials of choice. * Current project, or a blank canvas. * An open mind and creative spirit. The coffee shop has all the conventional options, a few lunch selections, and the best smoothies in town. Kindly patronize them. Thanks!

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In-Person Soft Pastels Drawing Class in Art Studio in SF

In-Person Soft Pastels Drawing Class in Art Studio in SF

Sat, Nov 7, 2:00 AM
From Open Studio/Painting and Drawing Classes in SF
4.8

**Please sign up directly on our website: sweetartssanfrancisco.com** GOALS 1\. Acquire familiarity with the media and the tools\. 2\. Develop drawing\, and blending skills\. 3\. Developing the ability to work with layers\. 4\. Increase students' ability to perceive and match values\. OVERVIEW Our art teacher will offer a demonstration, guiding students step-by-step, from start to finish. You will create a simple landscape pastel drawing to take home at the end of class. No drawing experience is necessary since the course is for beginners, and we will provide all the materials. SPECIFICATIONS In this course, the student will draw with soft pastels from a selected photo reference, using a light mid-tone paper surface, and blending tools. The mid-tone surface allows the student to add value when making the colors darker and subtract value when making them lighter. Working in both directions will add a natural and realistic character to the drawing. The student will start with a simple sketch, using lines to create a basic shape while considering the proportions. Then the student will find and apply the values to the drawing using analogous soft pastel colors, creating areas of colors indicating light and shadow. The student will be using blending tools to create a color gradient while working on layering the soft pastel colors. Lastly, we will create a shadow for the object in the background and use lighter colors to reveal the illumination source.

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Art Journal Meetup

Art Journal Meetup

Wed, Nov 11, 2:00 AM
From Marin Art Journaling Meetup Group

The Marin Art Journal Group is a casual gathering where you can create your own art, meet wonderful people, and have fun! We meet 2-3 times a month for a relaxing experience, exploring different art forms, learning from one another, and connecting as a community. Please bring your own supplies. If you don't have any, we can provide them for a $5 fee. We love supporting Double Rainbow and Autistry, so feel free to grab a cup of coffee, a sandwich, a delicious homemade pastry, and of course, ice cream!

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Frequently asked questions

Meetup is a platform for discovering and joining local groups and events based on shared interests. It connects people through both online and in-person gatherings.

Search the Meetup platform using keywords related to arts and San Francisco to locate local art groups. You can join ones that reflect your interests.

Yes, you can find a variety of art events in San Francisco on Meetup, spanning gallery tours, workshops, and more, organized by local art communities.

To join an art group on Meetup, simply find the group you're interested in and click the 'Join' button. You'll become a member and receive updates on upcoming events.

Absolutely! You can attend as many art events as you like, allowing you to explore different artistic communities and activities that pique your interest.

Many Meetup groups are free to join, though some may require a membership or event fee set by the organizers, so always check individual group details.

Art groups might offer activities like painting sessions, tours of galleries, workshops, and collaborative projects, each crafted to foster creativity and connection.

Events in San Francisco are often in-person, but the format depends on each group's organizers. Some groups may also host online gatherings.

Yes, you can create your own art group on Meetup. This allows you to host events, recruit members, and nurture a community around your artistic vision.

While many art interests are represented, availability depends on existing groups. You might find diverse options but some niche interests may have fewer groups.

On Meetup, you can RSVP to an event by selecting the event and clicking 'RSVP'. This lets organizers know you plan to attend and often reserves your spot.

Yes, some Meetup groups focus on digital art, often offering workshops or collaborative projects for those interested in exploring this medium.

While many groups are well-organized, quality varies based on the efforts of the group's organizers and members' active participation.

Participating in art Meetup groups often provides opportunities to learn new skills through workshops, tutorials, or collaboration with other talented members.

Meetup helps connect people but cannot guarantee immediate friendships. Building connections depends on your involvement and continued participation.