Every 1  2026

NBO Members Exhibition


Toni Best

Ethereal

Seaweed and bamboo twisted together and 1/2″ flat reed spokes. Knotless netting of copper wire with beads attached

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  • Gary Kazantian
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H: 7" | W: 9" | D: 6"
Photo by Gary Kazantian
Toni Best
Arroyo Grande, CA
Art has been the core of my existence since childhood. Continuing the love of weaving baskets for over 60 years, my creativity is centered on coiling pine needles alone and with gourds as bases. Pine needles have a flexibility that personifies movement and undulations. Every gourd is unique as is every cut of the gourd which then presents endless opportunities. With my Masters of Music, I appreciate the flow and rhythm of music. After retiring from the field, I have applied this movement and musicality to my art. Each piece represents a line of the music that speaks to me when I look at it. Achieving constant fluidity is a never-ending goal. My artwork reveals part of my soul or inner self
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