Bates & Mailliard is just the kind of cute, well curated little shop you'd hope for when passing…read morethrough sleepy Boonville. I can't say it's practical or some place I would frequent if living there, but for those passing through or the more touristy visitors, it's a welcome stop over with a fun selection of unique items. I would describe the inventory as a mix between upscale household items with a practical use and more decorative goods, like pillows and hats and bags. There was everything from drawer and shelf organizers to crafts from local artists to some hats that folded up that my wife was very tempted to buy. None of it is cheap, mind you, but considering the location and the effort they've put into curating such an inventory, the prices are totally understandable. The two ladies who worked there were both nice and even opened up for us when they were technically closed but saw us peering through the window. I'll be sure to recommend this to other folks when visiting!

Who doesn't love the smell and sound of wide wooden plank floors and a wide variety of interesting…read more"dry goods?" Add to that personable and enjoyable staff who show off all the wonderful merchandise. I have never failed to find treasures from cards made by local artists, to local honey and vinegar. Hats! Kitchenware! Cookbooks from local chefs. On my last visit I found both a perfect hat and a linen dress perfect for the season.

Matt Matijczyk is the artist behind Point Arena Tileworks. Matt uses a variety of different methods…read moreto make his tiles -- sometime he uses multiple methods to make a single tile. The tiles reflect the beautiful and unique nature of the local area. There are an incredible number of tiles available for purchase, including numbered tiles and 3D tiles of seashells. I highly recommend stopping by if you're in the area. Ask Matt about his work and support him by buying his tiles! They make great gifts or to decorate your home. As if you needed another reason to support Point Arena Tikeworks: Matt often supports local organizations by donating tiles for auction.

This place is must see if you are traveling through or visiting Point Arena. You can see and admire…read morethe hard work that goes into producing each tile. I bought this piece to have a little piece of Point Arena in my home, having been raised there. The artist behind these tiles, Matt, made sure this piece would hang up nicely by including an extra piece of material. Fortunately we did not have to use the extra piece, but it nice to know he went the extra mile to make sure we had no problems. Would 100% recommend. From small to big, there is a piece that is right for you here.

I have a background in photography, so when I saw Paul's work on display at the Sea Ranch Lodge I…read morewas completely mesmerized. Never before have I been inspired to the point of actually purchasing photographic art. I went into Gualala to meet Paul and see his gallery. What a nice man. I got a 12 X 18 on metal ready to hang for only 169$ !! And the larger 16 X 24 was only about 100$ more. He even gave me a greeting card with the same image I bought. He must have the same taste as I do because the same image is on his business card too.Superb work, and sooo worth the money. Thank you Paul I will enjoy your work where it hangs for many, many years. John & Kathleen

The artwork in this gallery by Paul Kozal is inspiring and very healing and relaxing.read more

This place was a nice suprise! Of course all of the pieces…read morewere out of my price range but they also offer a book of photos that's definitely affordable. What is priceless here are all the wonderful stories the owner will tell you about Ansel Adams! The insight she provided on the pieces on display was amazing!

We absolutely loved our stop here. We saved time after our cabin check-out time to enjoy the town…read moreand walked here after breakfast. Bill, the co-owner (with his wife) walked us through the different artists and clothes designers they had in their shop. I ended up getting a great pair of pants, a super-cute sweatshirt, and some beautiful earrings for great prices considering how they were all made in CA and the materials used. Bill and his wife are both artists whose work is represented in the store. We just loved chatting with Bill and hearing his story. I wrote down one of his quotes: "Life is the greatest art"

This store tucked next to the Surf Market has beautiful glass objects made by the owner. The…read morebowls, candle holders, jewelry, etc are really wonderful. The hand painted textiles - tablecloths & napkins and clothing for adults & children - are equally striking.​

This is a great rock shop with everything from gorgeous, large, high end specimens to fun stuff…read more(fossilized shark teeth, quartz points, ammonites) to dig through in baskets for a couple bucks a pop. Rocks seem pretty reasonably priced, comparable to or slightly less than you'd find at a large gem and mineral show. My interest in rocks is casual (birthday presents for my geologist friend plus any really cool ammonites for my personal collection), but I really liked browsing this spacious, well-organized store. No hard sell, but the staff was happy to answer questions when I had them and open cases for my partner, who is definitely more into rocks than I am. They have jewelry and cabochons, too. I came away with more ammonites than I was expecting to buy. It's probably a good thing I don't live closer, but I'm sure any future trips up 101 will be punctuated by a stop at the Rock Stop.

The owners, Sam and Heron, have an excellent inventory of jade, raw as well as beautifully carved…read moreobjects, along with a vast assortment of other semiprecious rocks and literal boulders. Sam is an exceptionally engaging and gregarious fellow who will gladly inform you of the provenance and quality of the individual pieces that come from several continents.

This is a great co-op for artists and a great place to discover excellent local art that can be…read moresurprisingly affordable. It is an enjoyable browse through the ever-changing collection.

WELCOMING and exciting. The Collective features artists of great variety and talent, whether they…read morework in ceramic, glass, fabric, or paint on canvas. We treasure the art pieces we have purchased there. Worth a visit. Something for everyone.

It was brought to my attention that Walt Rush stole intellectual property of Alexandra Magnan and…read moreGranite Mountain Arts. I verified this, by asking both the thief, Walt Rush and the manager of the gallery, Lu Vickery. They both admitted that my designs were stolen. Copies of Granite Mountain Arts designs continue to be displayed in the gallery against copyright law. These are poorly replicated low quality baubles that are in no way associated with Alexandra Magnan or Granite Mountain Arts. I would not recommend patronizing a business that steals other artist's work. There is never an excuse for theft or lack of integrity.

Beautiful gallery. A broad selection of local artisans are on display with a wide range of items…read more Paintings, sculpture, furniture, and even toys. I saw a beautiful table from the Mendocino Heritage Furniture Co made out of reclaimed redwood. There are some beautiful items made by local artists. Jewelry of abalone shell, art glass bowls, burl wood tables. Some really amazing artifacts. Prices range from a $2 button to many thousand for a table or other furniture.