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SAAC enriches Ross Valley with vibrant arts events & fostering creative expression for the community.

06/26/2025

CALLING CALIFORNIA MURALISTS! 🌿🖌️We’re looking for an incredible artist to create a Climate Action / Environmental Stewardship-themed mural on the restroom building at Memorial Park in San Anselmo!✨ What we’re looking for:A bold, inspiring mural that speaks to our planet, our future, and the power of public art.📌 How to Apply:We’re currently accepting Requests for Qualifications through July 14, 2025.Four selected artists will receive a stipend to submit a design.📍 Must be a California resident (preference given to artists in the 9-county SF Bay Area).Deadline: July 14, 2025 Apply now: [https://artist.callforentry.org/festivals_unique_info.php?ID=15732📩 Questions? Email us at [email protected] share with artists, friends, and fellow climate advocates! 💚

10/16/2024

Congrats to Youth Arts Commissioners Julia Wise and Hanna Janson! The San Anselmo Town Council issued a proclamation recognizing their 2024-2025 service in the arts for the Ross Valley District. We are proud of you!

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10/14/2024

Did you know that San Anselmo’s own Ali Akbar Khan, a McArthur Genius Award recipient, founded the Ali Akbar College of Music in Marin in 1968? His brother-in-law, Ravi Shankar (who influenced The Beatles), and past collaborators like The Grateful Dead and Santana helped bring Northern Indian classical music to the Bay Area and wider world. Last Saturday his family continued this rich legacy in concert!

First time ever at the : Shiraz Ali Khan 3rd gen artist from India, with Nilan Chaudhuri (Tabla) and Arjun Verma (Sitar) with Eman Essa (Tabla).

Pictured top left: SA arts commissioner Tara Pandeya, artist Alam Khan (and artist Manik Khan, bottom left ) sons of Ali Akbar Khan, artist Arjun Verma & Emam Essa.

Top right: Artists Nilan Chaudhuri & Shiraz Ali Khan.

Picture 2: Executive Director of the Chitresh Das Institute Celine Schein Das, sarode artist Manik Khan & Executive Director of the Ali Akbar College of Music Mary Khan.

10/10/2024

Hey Ross Valley students! The San Anselmo Arts Commission Youth Scholarship deadline is less than 4 weeks away – November 6th! Applications are already piling up, but there’s still time to get yours in. If you live or go to school in Ross Valley, don’t miss this chance to shine and show off your creativity. 🎶🎭 Apply now and be part of something amazing!

Apply here: https://sananselmoarts.org/2024-scholarship-application

10/07/2024

Shoutout to Marin MOCA at their San Rafael outpost for an amazing opening reception last Saturday! We’re thrilled to feature stunning photos from the event, captured by the talented Nish Nadaraja. Pictured bottom right corner: Jane Nadaraja with curator Asha McGee. The ‘Opening the Mountain’ exhibit Marin MOCA is on now through Dec 21st. Check them out at 1210 5th Ave in downtown San Rafael!

https://marinmoca.or

09/29/2024

Last night’s *Live on the Avenue* was a splash of creativity! Local artist Michael Feldman, who has an awesome gallery right here in downtown San Anselmo, led an epic communal art project with local kids using splatter paint. 🎉 The kids had a blast turning a blank canvas into a colorful masterpiece. Check out the pics and make sure to stop by Michael’s gallery to see more of his amazing work.

09/25/2024

Wyn di Stefano’s (www.wynsart.com) ‘Portal to Marin’ mural brings pollinators to life, popping with California native blooms! = West Marin vibes commissioned by the San Anselmo Arts Commission!

Check out this amazing aerial footage courtesy of Wyn’s friends and fellow artists: Valentina Salazar Hurtado and Javier Rodriquez (.pr0 & on instagram).

09/24/2024

Yet another big night in DTSA. Tam Realty (609 San Anselmo Ave) held a reception for two local artists on Saturday: Nicole Frazer (who also works at the Artist Within - A Cedars Gallery) paints with watercolor, ink, oil and acrylic. this collection pulls together a series of agave on paper, seascapes on new surfaces and some recent watercolors
& Amanda Sheeren () print series captures California and the natural landscapes that inspire her.

Besides Tam Realty owner Kira Swaim and the artists, picture here are Chantel Walker (who is running for Town Council), Nicole Wang of Sheso and Arts Commissioners Tara Pandeya and Nish Nadaraja.

And if you walked steps away to Town Hall, Kim on the Avenue was in full swing:

Hanna Janson and Julia Wise (both junior arts commissioners) hit key notes respectively as members of the Archie Williams Jazz Band and The Outside Set, and ready for Geddy (who happened to have won our Teen Battle of the Bands contest earlier this year) rocked it out as well. talk about a teen takeover!

09/22/2024

We love it when we see local businesses like Harvest Wealth Management not just hanging some paintings on their walls for decor but truly embracing local artists and showcasing them.

Here is owner Jeff Ranke with Ryan Lynch (https://www.ryanlynch.art) at her opening last night. Commissioners Kathee Shatter and Nish Nadaraja were on hand as was junior commissioner Hanna Janson (with mom Marie!).

Also spotted: Julie Zener from Curate Marin and artist Michael Feldman (both located across the street).

Make sure to pop in and see Ryan's wonderful splashes of color next time you're in DTSA!

09/16/2024

Welcome! We’re excited to have you join us on our new updated page to celebrate and support the vibrant artistic expression that makes our Ross Valley community so special. Here, you’ll find updates on upcoming San Anselmo Arts Commission curated events, local artist spotlights, and opportunities to get involved in fostering creativity throughout the area.

Please feel free to share photo of a piece of artwork you’ve spotted in Ross Valley/San Anselmo which you’ve found inspiring or made you feel happy- below 👇🏽

Let’s enrich our community together—one creative expression at a time!

Address

C/O San Anselmo ReCreation Department 1000 Sir Francis Drake Boulevard, Suite 14
San Anselmo, CA
94960

Telephone

+14153058582

Website

https://sananselmoarts.org/

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