UPComing Events
Todra Payne Book Launch Party
Sunday June 8, 3pm
Todra Payne writer, host, speaker and podcaster creating content on love and life for women 35 and beyond.
Come celebrate with us Todra will discuss falling in love "later" in life and share stories from her book.
Free event with signed books for sale. There will be desserts and wine to enjoy!
Bon Marché 2nd Hand Market
May 17, 1-5pm
Clothing Repair Pop-Up — THIS SATURDAY MAY 17!
Holes, missing buttons, burdensome hems?
We’ll take ’em… and help them get their act together.
🪡 On-site mending at the bon marché pop-up Simple fixes only (no zippers or tailoring), done while you check out the AHS art show, browse curated secondhand finds, and enjoy a live DJ set.
Spots are limited — sign up ahead of time!
A Beginners Guide to Colored Pencils
Saturdays May 17th, 24th, 31st, 10am-1pm
This three week workshop is for those who want to use colored pencils as their vessel to express their artistic talent but don’t know where and how to start. It is a beginner’s class so it does not require any background knowledge or previous experience, only passion and a readiness to have fun.
The workshop consists of three parts, each with its own theme - Abstract, Flowers, and Landscape. If you’ve joined us before, come again! Each session includes new projects and personalized support to help you keep building your skills.
Let’s Fabricate Simple Sterling Silver Hoops Earrings!
Thursday June 12th, 3-5pm
Join us at Abrams Claghorn Gallery for a hands-on jewelry-making workshop where you'll learn to create your own stunning sterling silver hoop earrings—no experience needed! In just two hours, you’ll be guided step-by-step through the process of transforming sterling silver wire into polished, wearable art. You’ll cut, shape, planish, sand, and polish your pieces, walking away with 1 to 5 pairs of unique, handcrafted hoops. Come curious, leave shining!
Gastronomic Printing with Potatoes
Fathers Day June 15th 2-5pm
Join food artist and culinary historian Carolyn Tillie for an afternoon of gastronomic printing making with potatoes! Using specialty knives, carvers, and cookie cutters, Carolyn will guide you in the creation of your own stamps to print a custom scarf, apron, tote bag, or handkerchief. All materials will be provided for one item, although extra items for printing can be purchased during the workshop for a nominal fee. Carolyn Tillie is known for her gastronomically-themed jewelry author of Feast your Eyes: Food Art from Apple to Zucchini.
Screen-Printing Basics with Julia LaChica
Saturday June 21st, 1-5pm
Join local artist and educator Julia LaChica for a fun, hands-on introduction to screen-printing using non-toxic, accessible stencil techniques. In this 4-hour workshop, you'll create your own design, print it on paper or fabric, and leave with your own original prints and new skills. Perfect for all ages and experience levels!
Figure Drawing Fridays
Fridays 6-9pm
A Weekly Open Figure Drawing Session
The gallery will provide chairs and tables. Easels on request. Bring your own paper, pencils, pens, etc.
Snacks and water will be served.
Please register in advance.
Abrams Claghorn Gallery believes that everyone has a unique story to tell through creative expression. In the Shop, we present items made by a diverse group of over 70 SF Bay Area local makers.
The Gallery features local artists in museum style exhibitions that change monthly. The themed shows give the artists platforms to present artwork as close to their vision as possible, unfettered by the contraints of marketabliity.
Abrams Claghorn Gallery & Shop does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, religion, color, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, ancestry, citizenship, national origin, military or veteran status, disability, marital status, pregnancy, medical condition, and immigration status.