1.
Shepard Fairey Mega
@obeygiantOfficial Instagram of Shepard Fairey
1.4M Followers 10.7K Avg. Likes 1.2% Engagement 5,624 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
Top 70 California Art Influencers in 2026
Looking for the best california art to partner with? We ranked the top 70 california art influencers you should know about — ordered by audience size, engagement and consistency. Each profile below includes follower counts, posting frequency, a short bio and contact details so you can shortlist creators for outreach in minutes.
Whether you are running an influencer marketing campaign, sourcing UGC, or building a brand ambassador program, this curated list of hobbies & niche makes it easy to find the right fit. Bookmark this page — it is refreshed regularly as creators grow and new talent emerges.
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2.
Betty Franks Mid
@betty.franks.art🌸 Bringing joy to artists & art lovers🇭🇷 Art Retreat in Croatia--join email list for details!🎨 2026 Workshops/Retreats ⬇️ and Calendar!
152K Followers 1.8K Avg. Likes 2.2% Engagement 8,738 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
3.
Nicole Weedo Mid
@munespice• 🪴Muneflower Hollow: Magical Plants & Creatures🪴 • 🌿Next events: sjmade holiday fair & winter market• 🌱Please email ⬇️🌱
123K Followers 1.7K Avg. Likes 1.7% Engagement 4,777 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
4.
Blue Mid
@bluethegreatArt dude. Wanderer. Dad. 🔵
114K Followers 1.4K Avg. Likes 2% Engagement 618 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
5.
Christina Kent Micro
@christinakentartFull-time fine artist based in San FranciscoSee my work at and
77.1K Followers 2.7K Avg. Likes 4.3% Engagement 1,542 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
6.
Bibby Gignilliat Micro
@bibbygartContemporary mixed media artist based in Sausalito, California. Link tree ⬇️ for art inquiries, on-line & in studio classes or to join my newsletter.
74.6K Followers 2.5K Avg. Likes 3.7% Engagement 9,487 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
7.
Robert Vargas Micro
@therobertvargasArtist based in Downtown Los Angeles, but for the world! ⬇️ merchandise available here ⬇️
73.5K Followers 2.7K Avg. Likes 4% Engagement 6,595 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
8.
Mary Syring Micro
@marysyring(sear-ing🙃) Artist/Actor - SF + LA Shop,portfolio,etc:
68.9K Followers 1.5K Avg. Likes 3% Engagement 2,922 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
9.
Tyler Scully Micro
@specters_artHumanism + Minimal Expressionism. From SF. Live in LA. DM to purchase or commission. Can ship internationally.
67.3K Followers 2K Avg. Likes 3.4% Engagement 5,318 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
10.
Andrew Faulkner Micro
@andrew_faulkner_art🌄 Contemporary Landscape Artist | Sausalito, CA ONLINE COURSE OPEN: LINK BELOW🎨 Abstract landscapes with bold colors & textures
66.3K Followers 1.7K Avg. Likes 3.1% Engagement 7,566 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
11.
The Tracy Piper Micro
@thetracypiperVibrant, community driven, contemporary painter.Art has the power to change the world. 😤Click below to collect original art and prints. ⭐️
64.5K Followers 1.7K Avg. Likes 2.8% Engagement 1,107 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
12.
Katja Leibenath Micro
@katjaleibenathpaintingsPainter, San FranciscoDiebenkorn fangirl.Start here:▼▼▼
59.7K Followers 1.2K Avg. Likes 2.9% Engagement 2,504 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
13.
Tino Rodriguez Micro
@tinorodriguezartist"There are many ways to be free. One of them is to transcend reality by imagination, as I try to do." Anais Nin
44.6K Followers 820 Avg. Likes 2.9% Engagement 7,711 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
14.
Jane Burton Micro
@janeburtonart✨Abstract paintings for residential and corporate environments - commissions welcome✨”Fearless Abstraction” large-scale painting workshops
38.4K Followers 1.1K Avg. Likes 3.3% Engagement 7,622 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
15.
Devon Walz Micro
@devonwalzartDevon Walz is a california art content creator with a global audience and an engaged Instagram following. Reach out via their profile for collaborations and partnerships.
32K Followers 1K Avg. Likes 4.6% Engagement 1,358 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
16.
Celeste Byers Micro
@celestialterrestrialCeleste Byers is a california art public figure with a global audience and an engaged Instagram following. Reach out via their profile for collaborations and partnerships.
24.9K Followers 719 Avg. Likes 3.2% Engagement 315 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
17.
Jesse Powell Micro
@jessepowellartArtist living in Carmel Valley
17.6K Followers 331 Avg. Likes 2.6% Engagement 4,073 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
18.
Brookelee Borchardt Micro
@brookeleebee✦ San Francisco, CA ✦Hi! I’m a person, and I draw!🅢🅗🅞🅟 = ⓄⓅⒺⓃ ⤵️
17.4K Followers 507 Avg. Likes 3.8% Engagement 5,284 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
19.
Jacqueline Valenzuela Micro
@pieldemazapanUCLA MFA ‘27 | | For Inquiries ✉️
13.6K Followers 357 Avg. Likes 4.5% Engagement 5,290 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
20.
Holly Wong Nano
@hollywongart"Perfectly Lost" group exhibition opening Fri 11/14 at 5pmArtist's talk at Walker Fine Art Gallery on Sat 11/15 at 1pm
9.8K Followers 311 Avg. Likes 5.1% Engagement 9,472 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
21.
Mary Jhun Nano
@maryjhunart✍︎︎ Surrealist Painter of The Girls☏ Working in California | San Diego, CA♡︎ LJP Scenic Artist 👩🏻🎨 Murals: Etchasketch:
9.3K Followers 252 Avg. Likes 5.1% Engagement 8,993 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
22.
Anne Bedrick Nano
@annebedrick-Obsessed with Color and watching the paint move 🎨-Impactful Large-scale Abstracts-Visit my website or studio to find YOUR perfect piece.👇
9.1K Followers 363 Avg. Likes 5.3% Engagement 8,120 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
23.
Jonathan Parker Nano
@juanitoparkerJonathan Parker is a california art content creator with a global audience and an engaged Instagram following. Reach out via their profile for collaborations and partnerships.
7.8K Followers 165 Avg. Likes 3.7% Engagement 8,346 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
24.
Raphael Delgado Nano United States
@artbyraphaelBased in Sacramento, California. Direct message for inquiries.
7.2K Followers 239 Avg. Likes 5.9% Engagement 2,908 Posts United States
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
25.
Tianna Bracey Nano
@tiannabraceyartPainting people like my life depends on it💥Designing jewelry at 📍San Francisco, CA
6.7K Followers 291 Avg. Likes 4.7% Engagement 6,362 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
26.
Maryam K. Rouhi Nano
@art.by.maryamProfessional Artist. Color, texture, mood, memory.CA, USA. Originals/prints. Email/DM for info and/or a studio visit. We ship anywhere. All images ©
5.4K Followers 235 Avg. Likes 6.7% Engagement 5,715 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
27.
Rowan Fine Nano
@rowanfineartMyth, memory & muscle in paint and stoneFigurative artist | Laguna Beach
4.8K Followers 137 Avg. Likes 4.4% Engagement 5,590 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
28.
LaMonte Lamoureux Nano
@lamontelamoureuxContemporary coastal artist globally recognized living in Southern California inspiring imagination one piece at a time. DM for more information.
4.6K Followers 158 Avg. Likes 6.2% Engagement 5,390 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
29.
Lulu Yueming Qu Nano
@qululululu💪🏼 2 Master Degrees in Fine Arts🐱 Founder of LULU.LIVE Art 📍Chinese Artist lives in San Diego, CA
4.2K Followers 84 Avg. Likes 3.8% Engagement 9,334 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
30.
Yahel Yan Nano
@yahel.yan.artTelling stories through colorful and (sometimes) whimsical art 🩷 Working with multiple mediums and styles at the same time 👩🏻🎨🎨👩🏼🎤🖌️
3.1K Followers 123 Avg. Likes 4.7% Engagement 4,601 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
31.
Dennis Ziemienski Nano
@dennisziemienskiCheck out The Art of Dennis Ziemienski book available at
3.1K Followers 89 Avg. Likes 4.4% Engagement 2,443 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
32.
James J. Bacchi Nano
@jamesbacchicontemporaryArt Consultant / Curator / Collaborator Palm Springs + San Francisco + Dubai
2.4K Followers 74 Avg. Likes 6% Engagement 3,594 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
33.
Sonia Lai Nano
@pochipop📍Bay area, CA 🔅Nurse Practitioner & freelance illustrator— pulling all-nighters drawing at 3am (*´∀`)♪
2.3K Followers 95 Avg. Likes 4.3% Engagement 7,002 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
34.
Carolina Arrieta Nano
@arte.by.caroCarolina Arrieta 🎨Artist | Designer | Muralist 📍San Diego and Beyond💌
2.2K Followers 62 Avg. Likes 4.9% Engagement 6,170 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
35.
Ambika Thiagarajan Nano
@artbika🎨Portraits / Abstracts / Book Illustrations🎨LIVE Painting : Weddings / Corporate/ Any Event🎨Art Classes / Paint Parties / Face Painting!📍San Diego
2.1K Followers 126 Avg. Likes 6.4% Engagement 8,188 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
36.
Lela Shields Nano
@lelashieldsTomales, CAPainter inspired by the natural world. Studio open by appointment.
2K Followers 65 Avg. Likes 5.5% Engagement 3,723 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
37.
Shannen Mythen Nano
@shannen_mythen_artMURALS | ARTWORK | EVENTSIrish Artist based in San Diego Lic. portfolio: & Prints through Link
2K Followers 102 Avg. Likes 6% Engagement 8,730 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
38.
Laura Mitsu Nano
@laura.mitsu.art✦ Intuitive, expressive paintings✦ Original art & commissions ✦ Featured in Art Seen Magazine
1.7K Followers 55 Avg. Likes 4.6% Engagement 1,124 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
39.
Sameh Khalatbari Nano
@sameh.khalatbariMaster of Fine Art Contemporary Artist🔸IllustratorIran 🇮🇷 | San Francisco 🇺🇸.San Francisco,
1.6K Followers 42 Avg. Likes 4.2% Engagement 535 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
40.
Tim Novara Nano
@timnovaraContemporary artist in San Diego, CAInspired by architecture and its relationship between people and place
1.1K Followers 41 Avg. Likes 4.9% Engagement 4,523 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
41.
Jun Yang Nano
@junyartsbyjunJun Yang is a california art creator with a global audience and an engaged Instagram following. Reach out via their profile for collaborations and partnerships.
887 Followers 54 Avg. Likes 6.5% Engagement 8,924 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
42.
Noah Garcia Mega New York, NY
@worldnoahCreating how-to content and reviews as a california art enthusiast. Reach out for paid collaborations and sponsorships.
1.2M Followers 9.1K Avg. Likes 0.8% Engagement 5,103 Posts United States
Contact: via Instagram profile
43.
Peyton Okonkwo ✓ Mega London
@peyton.wildCalifornia Art hobbyist from London. Posts about tutorials, behind-the-scenes, and connecting with an engaged community.
1.1M Followers 6.5K Avg. Likes 0.8% Engagement 3,366 Posts United Kingdom
Contact: via Instagram profile
44.
Frankie Ahmed Mega Vancouver
@frankieahmedFrankie is a california art enthusiast based in Vancouver, sharing community tips and how-to content.
1.1M Followers 15.2K Avg. Likes 1.2% Engagement 6,325 Posts Canada
Contact: via Instagram profile
45.
Sage Doyle Macro Hamburg
@sagedoyleCalifornia Art content creator from Hamburg. Posts about community tips, behind-the-scenes, and connecting with an engaged community.
885K Followers 18.3K Avg. Likes 1.6% Engagement 274 Posts Germany
Contact: via Instagram profile
46.
Rowan Liu Macro Berlin
@rowan.glowRowan is a california art enthusiast based in Berlin, sharing tutorials and behind-the-scenes.
796K Followers 13.7K Avg. Likes 1.7% Engagement 1,713 Posts Germany
Contact: via Instagram profile
47.
Cole Wojcik Mid Montreal
@cole.wojcikSpecialist creator and california art creator known for community tips. Open to brand partnerships and collaborations.
458K Followers 10.4K Avg. Likes 2.6% Engagement 7,542 Posts Canada
Contact: via Instagram profile
48.
Aiden Eze ✓ Macro Prague
@aiden.ezeCalifornia Art content creator from Prague. Posts about community tips, behind-the-scenes, and connecting with an engaged community.
544K Followers 11.8K Avg. Likes 1.9% Engagement 2,838 Posts Czech Republic
Contact: via Instagram profile
49.
Joao Brooks ✓ Macro Montreal
@joaocoHobbyist and california art creator known for reviews. Open to brand partnerships and collaborations.
674K Followers 8.4K Avg. Likes 1.1% Engagement 1,616 Posts Canada
Contact: via Instagram profile
50.
Avery Sharma Macro Valencia
@averylifeSpecialist creator and california art creator known for how-to content. Open to brand partnerships and collaborations.
536K Followers 9K Avg. Likes 1.3% Engagement 2,516 Posts Spain
Contact: via Instagram profile
51.
Elijah Weber Mid Kuala Lumpur
@elijahweberCreating tutorials and community tips as a california art educator. Reach out for paid collaborations and sponsorships.
344K Followers 8.6K Avg. Likes 2.7% Engagement 6,944 Posts Malaysia
Contact: via Instagram profile
52.
Riley Singh ✓ Mid Casablanca
@rileysinghCalifornia Art content creator from Casablanca. Posts about reviews, behind-the-scenes, and connecting with an engaged community.
368K Followers 11.1K Avg. Likes 2.4% Engagement 4,257 Posts Morocco
Contact: via Instagram profile
53.
Beatriz Sato ✓ Mid Brooklyn, NY
@beatriz.satoBeatriz is a california art educator based in Brooklyn, NY, sharing how-to content and behind-the-scenes.
347K Followers 8.9K Avg. Likes 2.8% Engagement 1,356 Posts United States
Contact: via Instagram profile
54.
Kai Doyle Mid Atlanta, GA
@kai.rebelContent creator and california art creator known for reviews. Open to brand partnerships and collaborations.
416K Followers 11.5K Avg. Likes 2.2% Engagement 280 Posts United States
Contact: via Instagram profile
55.
Ariana Stone Mid Shanghai
@arianakingCreating behind-the-scenes and how-to content as a california art content creator. Reach out for paid collaborations and sponsorships.
451K Followers 9.9K Avg. Likes 2.3% Engagement 2,140 Posts China
Contact: via Instagram profile
56.
Nadia Coleman Mid Houston, TX
@nadia.colemanNadia is a california art specialist creator based in Houston, TX, sharing tutorials and how-to content.
415K Followers 4.7K Avg. Likes 1.6% Engagement 365 Posts United States
Contact: via Instagram profile
57.
Andre Becker Mid Rome
@andre.officialCreating community tips and tutorials as a california art content creator. Reach out for paid collaborations and sponsorships.
206K Followers 4.2K Avg. Likes 1.6% Engagement 7,326 Posts Italy
Contact: via Instagram profile
58.
Jordan Virtanen Mid Miami, FL
@jordan30Jordan is a california art educator based in Miami, FL, sharing reviews and tutorials.
181K Followers 3.1K Avg. Likes 1.8% Engagement 5,624 Posts United States
Contact: via Instagram profile
59.
Gigi Schmidt Mid Barcelona
@gigi.schmidtCalifornia Art content creator from Barcelona. Posts about tutorials, behind-the-scenes, and connecting with an engaged community.
234K Followers 5.7K Avg. Likes 2.2% Engagement 2,942 Posts Spain
Contact: via Instagram profile
60.
Emerson Johansson Mid Amsterdam
@emerson.johanssonEmerson is a california art educator based in Amsterdam, sharing tutorials and behind-the-scenes.
213K Followers 6.1K Avg. Likes 2.7% Engagement 2,345 Posts Netherlands
Contact: via Instagram profile
61.
Matteo Morales Mid Johannesburg
@matteo.iamSpecialist creator and california art creator known for how-to content. Open to brand partnerships and collaborations.
114K Followers 1.8K Avg. Likes 2.1% Engagement 1,810 Posts South Africa
Contact: via Instagram profile
62.
Jamie Murphy Mid Ho Chi Minh City
@jamiemurphyCalifornia Art enthusiast from Ho Chi Minh City. Posts about how-to content, reviews, and connecting with an engaged community.
184K Followers 3K Avg. Likes 1.8% Engagement 6,563 Posts Vietnam
Contact: via Instagram profile
63.
Lorenzo Robinson Mid Rio de Janeiro
@lorenzo.robinsonSpecialist creator and california art creator known for behind-the-scenes. Open to brand partnerships and collaborations.
141K Followers 2.7K Avg. Likes 1.7% Engagement 7,329 Posts Brazil
Contact: via Instagram profile
64.
Sienna Lopez Mid Amsterdam
@mediasiennaCalifornia Art enthusiast from Amsterdam. Posts about behind-the-scenes, how-to content, and connecting with an engaged community.
104K Followers 2.1K Avg. Likes 2.7% Engagement 6,892 Posts Netherlands
Contact: via Instagram profile
65.
Phoenix Patel ✓ Mid Brisbane
@phoenix.honeyPhoenix is a california art educator based in Brisbane, sharing reviews and community tips.
105K Followers 1.5K Avg. Likes 1.6% Engagement 1,777 Posts Australia
Contact: via Instagram profile
66.
Theo Iyer Micro Tel Aviv
@theo_iyerCreating reviews and tutorials as a california art content creator. Reach out for paid collaborations and sponsorships.
56.7K Followers 2.6K Avg. Likes 4.1% Engagement 6,493 Posts Israel
Contact: via Instagram profile
67.
Everly Kapoor Micro Jakarta
@everlyhoneyCreating tutorials and community tips as a california art enthusiast. Reach out for paid collaborations and sponsorships.
40K Followers 1.4K Avg. Likes 3.8% Engagement 190 Posts Indonesia
Contact: via Instagram profile
68.
Zoe Tanaka Micro Denver, CO
@zoetanakaZoe is a california art specialist creator based in Denver, CO, sharing behind-the-scenes and reviews.
20.8K Followers 959 Avg. Likes 4.3% Engagement 7,031 Posts United States
Contact: via Instagram profile
69.
Kendall Romero ✓ Micro Florence
@kendall.dailyCreating community tips and behind-the-scenes as a california art hobbyist. Reach out for paid collaborations and sponsorships.
30.4K Followers 700 Avg. Likes 2.7% Engagement 4,203 Posts Italy
Contact: via Instagram profile
70.
Morgan Suzuki Micro Phoenix, AZ
@morgangoldenMorgan is a california art hobbyist based in Phoenix, AZ, sharing behind-the-scenes and tutorials.
12.9K Followers 490 Avg. Likes 3.6% Engagement 5,541 Posts United States
Contact: via Instagram profile
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California Art Influencers — frequently asked questions
Who are the top california art influencers in 2026?
Our June 2026 ranking of the top 70 california art influencers is led by Shepard Fairey, Betty Franks, Nicole Weedo. The full list is ordered by follower count and engagement, with bios and contact details for each creator.
How is this california art list ranked?
Creators are ranked by a blend of audience size (14M combined followers across this list), engagement rate (averaging 3.4%) and posting consistency. Verified public figures with self-hosted photos appear first.
How can I contact these california art influencers?
Validated public profiles link directly to their Instagram. For a downloadable spreadsheet of california art influencers with verified email contacts in Excel or CSV, request a targeted list tailored to your campaign on our Get a List page.
How often is the california art list updated?
This list is refreshed regularly as creators grow, new talent emerges and engagement shifts. It was last updated in June 2026.