Step into a world where imagination comes to life! Watch as talented artists transform blank canvases into breathtaking masterpieces in just 20 electrifying minutes per round. Feel the energy in the air as creativity flows and the crowd cheers them on.
Be part of the magic—vote to crown the ultimate champion and take home a piece of the night with the silent auction of all original works.
Featuring wines from Sunset Cellars and fun snacks available. A portion of the sales benefit the Berkeley Chess School.
Be a part of the fun as a spectator, or participate as one of the featured artists by applying online at https://artb.art/profile/
Art Battle Berkeley is an All Ages event.
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Artists
Artists can apply to compete. Also, most events have a ‘Wildcard’ easel, where artists leave their names at the door and we draw at random to pick the Wildcard Artist. To be a potential wildcard artist, just buy a ticket and show up!
Anthony Luk is a contemporary artist whose work explores the intersection of the inner self and the vibrant tapestry of the external world. With a distinctive style that blends abstract expressionism and figurative representation, Anthony creates evocative pieces that delve into the realms of emotion, memory, and imagination.
The majority of CeeCee's works are colorful renditions of sex worker photos on social media. With their consent, she depicts them to promote sexuality acceptance, body positivity, but most importantly awareness to safety standards for ALL sex workers./sf
Ilgaz is a Turkish Francophone painter based in San Francisco who works in acrylic, oil, and mixed media. Her abstract art is full of layered textures and bold gestures, shaped by a life of migration and reinvention. Each piece explores emotion, vulnerability, and the balance between chaos and clarity, offering viewers a moment of connection and reflection.
Ison, born and raised in San Francisco, grew up surrounded by culture and creativity. Graffiti opened his eyes to new ways of seeing and expressing, pushing him to break boundaries and play with bold techniques—whether it’s paint from a ketchup bottle or a fire extinguisher. His best work comes from pure play, where curiosity and freedom drive the art.
Kat is a queer, neurodivergent magpie punk artist who turns creative reuse into catharsis. Inspired by pop art, punk rock, and science, she works with whatever materials she can scavenge—junk or traditional—crafting bold, offbeat pieces with heart. Her style is simple, her ideas delightfully strange, and her process unapologetically instinctive.
Riechal is a multidisciplinary artist and student teacher with UC Berkeley’s Teacher Education Program. Their murals in Santa Barbara explore land, history, and perspective—how one place holds many truths. After one mural was vandalized, Riechal responded with resilience, adding the powerful line: “Our voices exist in the air you breathe…” Their exhibitions center identity, and their work has been featured at UC Santa Barbara’s ADA Museum.
Sara is a retired dreamer turned art student, now exploring watercolor, acrylic, oil, and printmaking. Her work draws inspiration from nature, ecology, animals, and LGBTQ+ themes—blending curiosity, care, and vibrant creativity across every medium she touches.
Tetiana is a Ukrainian artist and teacher with 25+ years of experience. Founder of TBart Studio in San Francisco, she teaches watercolor, pastel, acrylic, InkArt, and FluidArt to all ages. Her Sip & Paint classes spark creativity in a warm, welcoming space. Tetiana also creates custom hand-painted designs on clothing and accessories. Winner of Art Battle SF, she blends skill, emotion, and joy in every brushstroke.
Victor is a mural artist who also works in acrylic and digital art. His love for visual arts began early and has continued to grow throughout his life.
