Twenty-five years ago Sonoma County artists opened their studios to an art-loving public audience for two weekends in October. Known today as ARTrails, it continues to give people from all ages and walks of life a chance to see what Sonoma County artists are doing in the context of their creative environments. On behalf of all the artists, help us celebrate this year by taking to the road on a weekend in October and enjoying the local beauty of Sonoma County's countryside and resident artists. A commemorative poster will be available at my studio featuring the tagline "ARTrails Revealed."

Since 1999, I have been involved with ARTrails event. As an art supporter, you will have an opportunity to see studios, meet the artists, and purchase unique pieces directly. This year I will be showing a variety of works you see here in my web gallery, including touching imagery of old Salgal's last days and several works called "photo illustration," an emerging style to evoke imagination and symbolism in a thoughtful and original way.

When: Saturdays & Sundays October 9-10 & 16-17 10am - 5pm

For maps and directions please visit: SonomaArts.com/ARTrails