Gift Ideas from California Artists and Women Owned Businesses
Shopping for memorable and quality made gifts is not an easy task. If you are looking for unique gifting ideas and want to support makers, fine artists and women owned businesses in California this article will help. Each artist and business is personally selected by California Handbag & Jewelry Designer, Lisa Ramos. Lisa has personally purchased pieces from all of the artists, makers and businesses in this article. Lisa appreciates the quality and uniqueness of each piece she has purchased. As an artist Lisa loves to support the arts and California women owned businesses. Enjoy shopping!
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Artists Supporting Artists
One of the most meaningful parts of life on the art-show circuit is the community. Road show artists spend long days setting up, breaking down, traveling, and sharing stories—and along the way, we naturally support each other’s work.
All of the artists and businesses featured in this holiday gift guide are creators I’ve met at shows, purchased from, traded work with, or deeply admire. When you choose a gift from an independent artist, you’re not just checking a name off your list—you’re helping a real person continue their craft.
Many of these makers are also featured in my year-round directories of handmade, fine art, and women-owned businesses. If you’d like to keep discovering new favorites beyond the holidays, explore:
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