MISSION

The mission of Art Bias is to be a community where diverse artists have access to the resources and opportunities they need to thrive. We provide 50 artist studios, professional development events and resources, exhibition opportunities, teaching opportunities, and a thriving community of artists creating positive social change and interested in each others’ success.

 

Wonderful News

As part of the Anniversary Celebration, Art Bias received a Centennial Grant from the City of San Carlos. To honor this momentous historical celebration, artists will make paintings at intersections, crosswalks, bike lanes, and sidewalks to add color and excitement, and draw attention to overlooked areas, and we want YOUR input on what to paint.

Provide input HERE

Save the Date for Saturday, May 10 and Sunday, May 11 to visit Art Bias during Silicon Valley Open Studios! Over 30 Art Bias artists will open their studios for SVOS on the Mid Peninsula Weekend 2. 11:00 am to 5:00 pm each day. Lineup, demos, and
The mission of Art Bias is to be a community where diverse artists have access to the resources and opportunities they need to thrive. When you purchase a Thriving Artist t-shirt (no more starving artists!) or Empowered Artist t-shirt through Bonfi
Join us for the first First Sundays Open Studios of 2025 on Sunday, February 2 from noon - 4:00 PM at Art Bias. Visit at least 20 artists in their studios, learn about their diverse inspirations and techniques, and make fascinating new creative frien
Art Bias artist Amy Rattner is profiled in the January 2025 issue of “Mountain Home” Magazine. The article describes how Amy’s upbringing and early life encouraged her love of animals and continue to inspire her art. Amy’s p
Art Bias artist Ellen Brook will be teaching her popular, immersive Mixed Media & You workshop again at Art Bias on Saturday, February 8 from 2:00 - 5:00 PM in Studio 114! Dive into the fun and expressive art of collage/mixed media, a magical do
Thank you to writer Marlena Reinshagen for profiling Art Bias in the Carlmont High School student news site, Scot Scoop! You can read the article at the link below, which is also in our bio. Marlena visited Art Bias during the Holiday Open Studios
Art Bias Lory Kitamura’s studio is like walking into a pet store - of animal portraits and furry family memories! This piece is a memorial that Lory recently completed as a commission of a dog named Elvis. Learn more about Lory, an artist, mu
Art Bias artist Ellen Howard will be joining Eric Rhoads and Brandon Vasquez tomorrow for their online Art Mastery Day on Friday, January 10th at 3:00pm Pacific Time! Ellen says, “I will be sharing how to grow your business by developing a mo
Art Bias is honored to have been chosen for a generous 2025 grant by the Rotary Club of San Mateo in recognition of the Art Bias Instructor Series which utilizes art to make meaningful connections for seniors of HIP Housing and participants of One St
Art Bias artist Amy Rattner’s painting “Royalty,” of a regal swan in gold leaf, acrylic and collage on wood panel, can be seen in the January group exhibition at Viewpoints Gallery “Purple Passion.” The exhibition opened
 

News at Art Bias

December 2024 — It’s the Final Brushstroke
November 2024 — Creativity Unmasked
October 2024 — Fall in Love with Art Bias
AUGUST 2024 — Quench Your Thirst for Local Art
JULY 2024 — Make this your Most Creative Summer Ever
MAY 2024 — Silicon Valley Open Studios + so much more
APRIL 2024 — Help Us Blossom & Grow
MARCH 2024 — Creative Rebirth
JAN/FEB 2024 — New in 2024

 
 
Upcoming Events
Exhibit: Art Bias Studios Exhibition
Jan 16
Exhibit: Art Bias Studios Exhibition

Opening Reception 12:00 - 1:00 during First Sundays Open Studios on February 2.

Image courtesy of Doriane Heyman

Life Drawing sessions by Matthew Lipson
Jan 23
Life Drawing sessions by Matthew Lipson

Join us each month for ongoing Life Drawing sessions organized by Matthew Lipson.

PLAYTIME: Introduction to Watercolor with Olga Muñoz
Feb 1
PLAYTIME: Introduction to Watercolor with Olga Muñoz

Olga Muñoz of 7.3.1 Designs will offer an overview of watercolor principals and hands-on painting practice. Just bring your curiosity!

 

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Art Bias is a 501(c)3 non-profit and was originally established in 1993 as The Art Center of Redwood City.

Resident artists work in many mediums, including drawing, painting, Chinese calligraphy, murals, mixed media, assemblage, mosaic, photography, book arts, film, and jewelry design.