ARTICLE & PHOTOS BY LYNNE TUCKER

The Artists Council is pleased to announce its permanent gift shop (The AC Store), located at the Artists Council at the Galen, 72-567 Hwy 111, Palm Desert, California 92260. This specialty boutique store, opening September 14, 2023, will offer high-quality, unique, handmade items created by member artists.

Among the gift items that visitors can purchase:

Note cards, tags, journals, book art and other items made of paper.

Prints and small works on paper, canvas sheets, etc.

Books and publications written and/or illustrated by member artists.

Décor, including pottery, sculptures, tableware, glass, metal, wood objects jewelry and wearable art.

The AC Store hours will be Wednesdays through Sundays from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm.

The Artists Council is now in its fifth year as an independent organization recognized by the IRS as a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt non-profit, promoting the art and artists of the Coachella Valley and beyond through its mission: “Elevating artists through exhibitions, professional development, and community engagement”. With the support of members and the community, the Artists Council endeavors to create the most important arts organization in the Coachella Valley. To learn more about the Artists Council and to become a member, go to artistscouncil.com.

Think gifts for all occasions!