Open Studio Tours
Josh and Marta Bernbaum in Josh’s glass studio, which will be open during the statewide Open Studio Tour
State Open Studio Tour: May 23-24
Most Vermont craftspeople work in studios located in or close to their residences. These are places of production and inspiration located in downtowns as well as at the ends of dirt roads. Wherever their locations, they are exciting places to visit because they reflect the dynamic yet organized process that is used to produce the finished works of art. The studio itself is enormously informative because you can see at a glance how the artist works. You see the swatches that have not been chosen for the quilt or the work that is experimental or not serious enough for the gallery. Buying or ordering work during an open studio sale is a unique experience because you have the opportunity to speak to the artist directly. Go to http://www.vermontcrafts.com for map and directions.
Brattleboro West Arts Open Studio Tour: May 23-24
Brattleboro West Arts will also join the Statewide Open Studio tour and ill feature 17 artists in 13 studios and one gallery in Brattleboro, West Brattleboro and Marlboro. Of those studios, 10 are affiliated with Brattleboro-West Arts. There are enough stops to fill an entire weekend. But if you still have time, there are more studios in nearby Dover, Newfane and Townshend to the north and Wilmington to the west. For a complete list of tour stops statewide, visit http://www.vermontcrafts.com
Southern Vermont Artists Open Studio: May 23-24
Southern Vermont Artists are a group of artists in Wilmington, Whitingham and Readsboro. Stop by during the Open Studio weekend to interact with the artists and get a glimpse into their living/work space.
River Artisans: Open during Open Studio Tour: May 23-24
The River Artisans Cooperative Shop, located in Saxtons River, features the work of more than 50 local craftspeople, which fills the storefront space with displays that are changing on a monthly basis. The shop is run by members of the cooperative who have the opportunity to sell their work. The merchandise ranges from pottery to quilts, stained glass, woodenware, jewelry, dolls, handknits, children’s clothes painted furniture, cards, baskets and more.
Rock River artist Georgie in her gallery
Rock River Artists Open Studio Tour: July 18-19
The Rock River Artists are ready to open their homes and studios for their 23rd annual Open Studio Tour. Come to the old schoolhouse in South Newfane to pick up a map and preview the work of 18 artists living and working in the area.
Rock River Artists is a collaborative of artists living and working along the Rock River basin in southern Vermont. Their creative talents include a variety of disciplines and mediums, from oil paintings to pottery and custom furniture. Several of the artists have received national acclaim and have been hosted in galleries and museums across the country.
