“The Open Studios Art Tour is a vital part of our community. It showcases the creative talent we have on the Central Coast and affords artists the opportunity to share their work with a larger audience.”

“This is an amazing annual event and brings so much to the artist community. It is a pleasure to open my studio for the two weekends and allow folks to see the process behind what it is I make! The connections between the hands that make or create and the people who end up enjoying the item or art is really valuable to me!”

“This will be my 5th year participating in OSAT. As a young artist it has helped connect me with the artistic community that is the here on the central coast. I still have collectors from my first Open Studios back in 2018!”

“The Open Studio Art Tour not only provides artists with a platform to showcase their work but also paves the way for fostering a greater understanding and appreciation of all forms of creativity. It bridges the gap between the artist and the public, encouraging dialogue and breaking down barriers. It reminded us of the power of art to transcend boundaries and touch hearts.”

“I have participated in Open Studios Art Tour at least 16 times since the year 2000. I enjoy meeting tour visitors and sharing my artwork. Every year is fun and different, and every year I have made new friends and welcomed new collectors!”

“I am looking forward to participating in this 25th anniversary Open Studios Art Tour. It is always a rewarding experience to have the opportunity to share my art and meet so many art lovers. This will be my first participation in the event since before COVID.”

“Open Studios Art Tour allows me the chance to engage directly with the studio visitors, an amazing opportunity that I fully enjoy.”

“Open Studios features artists at all stages of their careers. It is a great way to bring our communities together and to show off all the talented artists along the Central Coast.”

“I have enjoyed attending the Open Studios Tour and never had participated, so this is significant to me because this show will be my first. It makes me proud to live in an area that the arts are promoted and encouraged.”

“I've taken part in our Open Studio Art Tours since around 2012 and have enjoyed the whole process throughout. Although I love it when someone purchases my artwork, my main enjoyment has always been the interaction with those that stop by to check out the artwork. I've made some deep relationships via Open Studios and hope to continue participating until I'm no longer physically able to.”

“OSAT is tremendous boon to both the artists’ community, and to those who attend. It helps to put San Luis Obispo County on the map as a destination for the Arts, and introduces the public to the hundreds of excellent artists and artisans who live and work here. It gives the public a chance to see, up close and personal, how the art is made, and to actually see the creative environment in which the artists both work and, in most cases, reside. If there is an intent to purchase art, this is an excellent venue since most artists discount their work for this event.”

“My work is delicate and heavy. It is difficult to transport to various shows and galleries. At these events, my audience is only getting a glimpse at my art. With OSAT, my complete body of work is on display in a safe comfortable environment. I am present to describe the process and answer any questions.”

“Having participated in OSAT for nearly 18 years, I always look forward to connecting with many new and old collectors that come to visit from all over. It is simply my largest and best show each year!”

“I am am exited to participate in the 25th OSAT. This will be my 10th year! Growing up in this beautiful area I couldn’t help but be inspired by nature, birds, leaves, flowers, and the ocean. I was raised by artists and crafters and have been creating my whole life. I was taught how to look at things, not for what they are but for what they can become. [...] The artist community here in Los Osos has been instrumental in encouraging me to have my art based business and OSAT enables me to connect with the local community. I love opening up my studio and showing people (especially young ones) how ceramics are made. “

“A phenomenal way to interact with art lovers and to share a large body of your work with new and existing fans.”

“I look forward to the tour each year, It allows me to display the bulk of my art as opposed to entering individual pieces in shows. It also allows me to participate with other artists and to view other artists work.”

“This is the best opportunity for the public to meet the artist and get a better understanding of the processes involved as well as the intention of the artist creating a work of art. The interactions are intimate, casual, and often more entertaining when the artist can show and discuss his or her art in the comfort of their own surroundings.

As a participant in this event for 20 years, I find it to be the best experience of the year. It is always a pleasure to meet new people and say hello to old friends.”

“The Open Studios Art Tour is one of the most loved Central Coast events, offering opportunities for the public to interact with local artists and learn more about their creative processes. Artists, in turn, have the opportunity to broaden their exposure and promote their work.”

“This will be my first time participating in the Open Studios. I am new to the area and I am looking forward to connect with collectors and other artists. What an honor to be considered or this event.”

“Open Studios connects Artists like myself with the local Community and the Community with artists in a very personal way. It is always a really positive experience for both parties. I don't know of another art event that has this lasting dual impact.”

“I think that there were a number of people that left [my studio] feeling inspired to continue painting, join a group, create a website or get more involved in their own creative process. Will they follow through on that? Who knows, but they left feeling inspired and that was my intention. What did it do for me? It took my mind off of the sales and helped me to focus on giving something to the people that were kind enough to come to see my art. It changed my perspective from what can I get to what can I give and internally it was very fullfilling.”

“My first time participating in Open Studios was in 2013, when I was new to the area and just getting started as a painter (after a career in graphic design). This event has been such a joy to participate in as an exhibitor and/or collector ever since. Some of my most significant artist/collector connections have come out of this event and I'm truly thankful!”