Experience Art After Dark
Art After Dark (AAD), hosted by SLO County Arts, is a monthly event held on the First Friday of each month. Participating businesses transform into vibrant creative spaces, showcasing local art, music, performances, and more in a free, community-centered walking tour that highlights the artistic heart of San Luis Obispo.
AAD Locations: April 4, 2025
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Art Central Art Supply and Gallery
1329 Monterey St. SLO
Showcasing "Beyond the Facade," a multi-artist exhibit of portraits by local artists in a variety of mediums. Art After Dark receptions at Art Central go from 5pm to 7pm!
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Blackwater
705 Higuera St. SLO
Lynn Fuller turned his pandemic boredom into a wildlife adventure behind the lens and now his photos of Central Coast birds take flight at Blackwater. Quirky, scenic, and full of local character this show brings the beauty of our feathered neighbors to life.
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Brickhouse SLO
599 Higuera St, A. SLO
Kicking off our new office and the grand opening of SLO's brand new luxury condos in the heart of Downtown. Take a look at our new sales office and our beautiful Eighty20 Group Agent office with a rooftop deck above Sandy's Market. Beer/wine poured.
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The Bunker SLO
810 Orcutt Rd. SLO
The Bunker SLO and The SLO Climate Coalition present Fragile Earth: Capturing the Beauty, Vulnerability and Resilience of Our Planet.
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Central Coast Wines
712 Higuera St. SLO
Nick Watry is an architect, engineer, and integrator with a passion for fine art. His work explores the intersection of structure and creativity, with a focus on vibrant Koi fish paintings. He will have original pieces and glass prints available.
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Century 21 Hometown Realty
1103 Toro St. SLO
Century 21’s featured April artist is Jay Stieler, a watercolor painter inspired by the unspoiled beauty of the central coast. Jay will be showcasing all original works, not prints, embracing the joy and challenges encountered in their creation and hoping to inspire viewers in a meaningful way.
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Drew Davis Fine Art
393 Pacific St. SLO
As you step into Drew's unique studio gallery located in historic downtown San Luis Obispo, you'll be greeted by an array of his breathtaking pieces, showcasing his diverse artistic range—from local landmarks to abstract expressions. This is not just an art viewing; it’s an interactive experience where you can engage with Drew.
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EDNA Contemporary
967 Osos St. SLO
With an exceptional selection of paintings, photography and sculpture by emerging to mid-career artists, EDNA Contemporary specializes in residential and corporate art consulting. We strive to make Art After Dark a fun & inclusive event every month!
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Hands Gallery
777 Higuera St. SLO
We are so excited to welcome back local photographer Nic Stover. Come grab a sip of wine while you take in the stunning nature photography of our beautiful local area.
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HumanKind Fair Trade
947 Monterey St. SLO
Artist Timshel Matheny lives and works on California's central coast. Her paintings reflect a range of influences and inspirations, from natural phenomena to poetic rhythms and ecological processes. Enjoy the music of Bev Maguire, lead vocalist, and Joe "Moondog" Boehm, guitarist, from the local band, Reel to Real.
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JunkGirls
870 Monterey St. SLO
Deborah Veldkamp is a local fine artist who has painted the landscape, seascape, flora and fauna of the Central Coast. She uses a variety of mediums to capture the beauty surrounding us.
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Making SLO
751 Higuera St. SLO
Making SLO is a local makers' store, we feature local makers and artists that create everything from art & apparel to jewelry & gifts. We're connecting our community by collaborating with and celebrating the diversity of our local creatives.
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MYLR Bookstore
1238 Monterey St. SLO
MYLR Bookstore presents Jessie Skidmore, “Stillness in Structure”. In our ever-accelerating world, take a moment of respite through harmony of color and balance between precision and adaptation to be transported to a moment of peace.
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Odd Fellows Hall
520 Dana St. SLO
Featuring Art exhibits by Tyler Dartnell, Joey Salazar, Seth Callen, Judith Anderson, and more to be announced. Rare Oddfellows Regalia will also be featured at this event.
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The Palm Theatre - SLO Film Center
817 Palm St. SLO
Art AFTER Art After Dark: Every month we host our Flickerhead Friday series programmed by staff member Michael Lipari, focusing on a different director or film movement. Say “Art After Dark” at the box office for a ticket discount! 7PM!
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Quality Suites
1631 Monterey St. SLO
Featured art showcased in the hotel lobby.
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San Luis Obispo Museum of Art
1010 Broad St. SLO
SLOMA invites you to enjoy the work of Esteban Cabeza de Baca, as well as the group exhibition, Notes for Tomorrow, all while sipping Ambyth wine and listening to DJs Mermaid & Mano Gil!
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SLO Gallery
1023 Broad St. SLO
SLO Gallery is on Broad Street, across the street from SLOMA. We have moved a few feet to front the creek, and will be upgrading that walkway as an art venue. Our spacious and airy gallery focuses on work by SLO County artists, in all its variety!
