This self-guided tour presents a wonderful opportunity for visitors to meet and talk with the artisans and see how arts and crafts are produced. It also allows visitors to buy directly from the artists, and allows the public to see a broader scope of their work. The studios are fascinating places to visit. Now in its ninth year, Berkeley Artisans Holiday Open Studios is a popular event drawing thousands of visitors to Berkeley's art community. The self guided tour has been organized with the visitor in mind.
Most locations are within a few minutes of each other.
Many are clustered in historic buildings. The artists represent every facet of fine art and craft. You will be treated to functional and decorative ceramics, ornaments, menorahs, lamps, blown glass, sculpture, furniture, insect displays, sundials, astrolabes, hand decorated eggs, floorcloths, art from recycled materials, art to wear clothing, hats, jewelry, paintings, original prints, artist's books, and other works on paper. A free map is available for all participants. The map will be printed in the East Bay Express during the event.