Spacetaker’s 5th Annual Winter Holiday Art Market

Spacetaker’s Winter Holiday Art Market is turning five this year! With so much to celebrate, it’s going to be even bigger and better than ever before… One part art sale and one part celebration, The Winter Holiday Art Market (WHAM) will add up to one exceptional holiday shopping experience!

Celebrating our city’s creative community, WHAM offers talented local artists the opportunity to display and sell their work during this three-day juried exhibition, art showcase and seasonal shopping event. With a collection of some of the most unique locally-made fine arts and crafts, the scene is a complete with live music, entertainment, complimentary beverages and a varied array of local restaurant fare. You simply won’t find anywhere quite like it! And did I mention the parking is both plentiful and free? WHAM makes it easy, fun and holiday friendly way to support your local economy and creative community.

Can’t wait for a sneak peak? Check out these five WHAM artists and their work for a taste of what to look forward to.

David J. Webb of Big Ant Studios reveals his love of biology in his uber-detailed prints and photographs. DavidJWebb.net 

Lisa Chow is an artist and illustrator whose work is delicate, whimsical and takes the form of “must-have” greeting cards, notebooks and prints. Apt3305.com 

Lora Bunge creates the perfect creative combo, both cute and eco-friendly. B.bags are crafted from upcycled material, which would have gone to waste otherwise. Now that’s a stylish solution! Etsy.com/Shop/BBags22

Eduard Onecic masterfully blends silver and uniquely shaped stones to create one-of-a-kind contemporary jewelry. Spacetaker.org/Profile/Eduard-Onecic 

The Community Cloth is a microenterprise initiative and nonprofit collaborative whose mission includes identifying market opportunities for female refugee artisans that call Houston home. These hand-made indigenous arts and crafts include woven bags, knitted scarves and clothes, embroidered linens, rugs and accessories. Plus, the profits go directly to each individual artisan to help support their family. Spacetaker.org/Profile/Community-Cloth

With so many items to choose from, mom will be excited… But, she won’t be the only one! Hosting activities for children and live demonstrations throughout the weekend, WHAM has something to bring out the artist in everyone!

Both a fun diversion before the holiday rush and a fabulous alternative to crowded shopping malls, you can show your support for our city’s artists by treating your loved ones with locally made, unique gifts this holiday season.