22nd Spring Open Studio Weekend – May 24 and 25
Open Studio Weekend is a statewide celebration of the visual arts and creative process, offering a unique opportunity for visitors to meet a wide variety of artists and craftspeople in their studios, some of which are only open to the public during this event. The self-guided Open Studio tour features the work of glassblowers, jewelers, printmakers, potters, furniture makers, weavers, ironworkers, painters, sculptors, quilt makers and wood carvers. Many galleries will host gallery talks and feature special exhibits in conjunction with this event. Admission is free. Maps can be downloaded on the website or find them at tourism racks, Chamber of Commerce offices and at the State Welcome Center.
Southern Vermont Artists located in Wilmington, Whitingham and Readsboro will be participating in the Open Studio tour in addition to other artists in Southern Vermont. http://www.facebook.com/pages/Southern-Vermont-Artists
22nd Rock River Artists Open Studio Tour – July 19 and 20, 10-6p
http://www.rockriverartists.com
Start at the Old Schoolhouse in South Newfane, where the sixteen participating artists present their group show. With maps provided, visitors have the option to visit every artist’s studio, all within a short driving range of South Newfane. Admission is free all weekend.
Brattleboro-West Arts Open Studio Tour Sept 27-28, 10-5p
http://www.brattleboro-west-arts.com
For more information on the Rock River Artists Open Studio Tour, visit http://www.rockriverartists.com. For more on the Vermont Crafts Council Open Studio Weekend, check out http://www.vermontcrafts.com. For dates and details about the Brattleboro-West Arts Open Studio Tour, visit http://www.brattleboro-west-arts.com.
