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FIRST FRIDAY | Hearts for the Arts

February is the month of love in action, and for the 16th year in a row Artisans & agency is proud to host For the Love of…, an art auction benefiting the Santa Cruz County Arts Council. Featuring works that honor people, places, ideas, and the arts themselves, the auction celebrates what moves us while giving back—100% of proceeds from donated artwork are contributed to the Arts Council to support arts education across Santa Cruz County. For the love of ART, visit Artisans & agency February 1–13 to place a bid and help expand access to creative education that inspires self-expression and discovery. Join us for the First Friday Reception on February 6 from 6–8pm. Bidding closes at 5pm on Friday, February 13, with winning purchases available for pickup during store hours immediately following the auction.

  • Artistic watercolor painting titled 'Hearts for the Arts | Explosion' by vendor Hearts for the Arts, depicting bare trees against a dark green backdrop with hints of yellow grass and red fencing.
    $ 120.00
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    Hearts for the Arts | Explosion

    Watercolor by Bruce Holgers.  Painted plein air at the UCSC Farm and Garden.

    $ 120.00
  • Linoleum block print titled 'Half Dome' by Hearts for the Arts, featuring a detailed depiction of Half Dome mountain surrounded by trees, showcasing the intricate craftsmanship of Stephen Hosmer.
    $ 520.00
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    Hearts for the Arts | Half Dome 2

    Painted linoleum block print From a limited edition of x3011”x14” linoleum prints hand painted Stephen Hosmer This item has an estimated value of $...

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    $ 520.00
  • Close-up image of a vibrant yellow flower showcasing intricate details, titled 'Holding On' by Hearts for the Arts.
    $ 300.00
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    Hearts for the Arts | Holding On

    archival pigment by Patrick Jagger. Archival pigment framed 11×14 from “Botanical Dreams” where abstract forms shape the normally unseen. This item...

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    $ 300.00
  • A vibrant linoleum block print titled 'Half Dome 1' by Hearts for the Arts, showcasing a yellow and green mountainous landscape with trees and water, framed with a decorative mat.
    $ 520.00
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    Hearts for the Arts | Half Dome 1

    Painted linoleum block print From a limited edition of x3011”x14” linoleum prints hand painted Stephen Hosmer This item has an estimated value of $...

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    $ 520.00
  • Illustration of a lovable rat holding a heart with the message 'Be Mine', inspired by Valentine's Day. Created by Hearts for the Arts, this artwork titled 'Hearts for the Arts | Love Rat' measures 10"x15" and highlights support for art education.
    $ 420.00
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    Hearts for the Arts | Love Rat

    Inspired by Valentine's Day, a lovable and under-appreciated rat. 10"x15" ink on paper. Donated by Justin Francavilla Valued at $350, this item is ...

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    $ 420.00
  • A vibrant digital artwork titled 'Hearts for the Arts | Ocean' by Hearts for the Arts, showcasing a striking green and blue wave, exemplifying the beauty of ocean waves.
    $ 90.00
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    Hearts for the Arts | Ocean

    A striking digital artwork capturing a dramatic wave day. This piece was generously contributed by Kathryn Edwards. Valued at $75, this item is ope...

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    $ 90.00
  • Woodcut print depicting a black and white cat surrounded by tall grass, titled 'Hearts for the Arts | Tuxedo', created by Hearts for the Arts. This artwork, framed at 12x9 inches, is valued at $200 and available for bidding to support art education.
    $ 240.00
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    Hearts for the Arts | Tuxedo

    Woodcut Print on Rives Paper. Image size is 7x5 inches framed to 12x9. The image is a cat. I like cats. Generously donated by Tim Robinson sleeping...

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    $ 240.00
  • Detailed view of the artwork 'Hearts for the Arts | Love a Slug' by Hearts for the Arts, showcasing a banana slug and Monterey Dorid intertwined in a heart design, displayed with the artist's signature.
    Art piece titled 'Hearts for the Arts | Love a Slug' by Hearts for the Arts, featuring a banana slug and a Monterey Dorid embracing in a heart shape, framed with a signature from the artist.
    $ 85.00
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    Hearts for the Arts | Love a Slug

    A banana slug & a Monterey Dorid embracing. Where the seas kiss the tress. by LaBria TarPitz 14.5x11.25"

    $ 85.00
  • Hearts for the Arts | Monterey Bay Love - A vibrant acrylic artwork by Hearts for the Arts, depicting a heart-shaped panel featuring a sunset over ocean waves, colorful California poppies, and billowing clouds.
    $ 125.00
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    Hearts for the Arts | Monterey Bay Love

    Acrylic on birch panel heart w/ billowing clouds, ocean waves, golden sun & California poppies by Ercilia Medeiros 9 x 8.5"

    $ 125.00
  • Colorful mosaic artwork titled 'Hearts for the Arts | Peace' by Hearts for the Arts, featuring a vibrant peace symbol made with stained glass and Mexican Smalti.
    $ 360.00
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    Hearts for the Arts | Peace

    Mosaic with stained glass, Mexican Smalti, millefiori by Barbara Gerry 14 x 11"

    $ 360.00
  • Hippy Hoops earrings designed by Hearts for the Arts, featuring three concentric circles of varying thickness with a textured connector, ideal for art education supporters.
    $ 150.00
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    Hearts for the Arts | Hippy Hoops

    Hippy Hoops by Mary WeeksEach post earring has 3 concentric circles of different thickness with a textured connector This item has an estimated val...

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    $ 150.00
  • Colorful watercolor illustration of a lighthouse with a heart on the door, surrounded by waves and clouds. Created by Hearts for the Arts, part of the Local Love collection.
    $ 65.00
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    Hearts for the Arts | Local Love

    6”x6” watercolor/ink on wood cradle by Melinda Vahradian Valued at $55, this item is open for bidding in person or by phone at 831-423-8183 from Fe...

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    $ 65.00
  • Stone sculpture titled 'Harmony' by Hearts for the Arts, crafted from Portuguese rosa marble, featuring an elegant design on a hardwood base, measuring 11" x 4" x 4".
    $ 150.00
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    Hearts for the Arts | Harmony

    Stone Sculpture by Jeff Arnett. Portuguese rosa marble on hardwood base. 11" x 4" x 4" Valued at $125, this item is open for bidding in person or b...

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    $ 150.00
  • Hearts for the Arts | Stone Lover sculpture by Michael Bashista displayed on a wooden stand, showcasing a smooth, abstract form with a light beige and gray marble texture.
    $ 180.00
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    Hearts for the Arts | Stone Lover

    By Michael Bashista--Carving, a relationship between carver and stone; ends with a sculpture wanting a new relationship. Valued at $150, this item ...

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    $ 180.00
  • Watercolor and ink print of a stag beetle with a heart atop its head, created by Hearts for the Arts, titled 'Hearts for the Arts | Love Bug'.
    $ 70.00
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    Hearts for the Arts | Love Bug

    Watercolor and Ink Print 8" x 8" by Sarah Bot. Nature inspired watercolor illustrations like this little Stag Beetle.  Valued at $60, this item is ...

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    $ 70.00
  • Floral watercolor artwork by Hearts for the Arts, titled 'Hearts for the Arts | Floral Vase', featuring vibrant colors and abstract floral designs.
    $ 300.00
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    Hearts for the Arts | Floral Vase

    Watercolor. Floral watercolor on a wood cradle, protected by acrylic spray and cold wax. Generously donated by Jane Ferguson local artist.  Valued ...

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    $ 300.00
  • Abstract wave study artwork titled 'Ocean Love' by artist Tina Seppalainen, showcasing vibrant shades of blue and white, representing the motion and light of coastal landscapes. Part of the Hearts for the Arts collection.
    $ 160.00
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    Hearts for the Arts | Ocean Love

    Generously donated by artist Tina Seppalainen. Acrylic on paper. Abstracted wave study (acrylic) rooted in light and motion that chase in the artis...

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    $ 160.00
  • Art piece titled 'Hearts for the Arts | Swallows' by Hearts for the Arts, featuring a watercolor collage of two swallows perched on a branch, surrounded by sheet music, in a framed design. The artwork measures 10"H x 8"W.
    $ 180.00
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    Hearts for the Arts | Swallows

    atercolor collage. Watercolor birds along with sheet music and collage to old book covers. 10"H x 8"W.  Valued at $150, this item is open for biddi...

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    $ 180.00
  • Encaustic painting titled 'Hearts for the Arts | Towers of Sunflowers' by Susan Chilcote-Wade, featuring vibrant sunflowers in a 10"x10" artwork showcasing depth with oil bar textures.
    $ 170.00
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    Hearts for the Arts | Towers of Sunflowers

    Encaustic painting by Susan Chilcote-WadeI love sunflowers, this encaustic painting is enhanced with oil bar to bring out depth, 10"x10"

    $ 170.00