Open Studios
The San Benito County Open Studios Art Tour has long been an annual event that brings together artists, community members, visitors and local businesses for a self-guided tour of artists’ studios throughout the county.
Due to a number of factors, we have decided to indefinitely pause Open Studios as a program of the San Benito County Arts Council. If you are an artist, we encourage you to visit our Exhibitons page to learn more about upcoming exhibiting opportunities, including our annual Members’ Exhibition.
Open Studios 2026
Application dates:
February 19th–March 13th
See the 2024 Open Studios Map
FAQ for Artists
What are the dates for the 2026 tour?
Hours: 11am – 4pm
Who can apply?
How much does it cost to participate?
Established Artist ($100)
or if you will be participating in a group space as an
Emerging Artist ($45)
Is Open Studios juried?
How much artwork do I need to have completed at the start of the tour?
A minimum of 15 original pieces in the selected medium under which you were juried.
What are the benefits of being an Open Studios artist?
- A full weekend to welcome the public to your studio and sell your artwork.
- Increased visibility and name recognition.
- Listing in the Open Studios Artist Guide
- Listing on the Open Studios webpage, including image and hyperlink to your website.
- Social media exposure through Arts Council Facebook & Instagram pages, e-blasts, and Arts Council newsletter.
- Preparation support for marketing and merchandising your work.
- A piece of your artwork in the Preview Exhibit at the Art Depot (for Established Artists Only).
What kind of support will I get in the months leading up to Open Studios?
2024 Open Studios Artists
SanDee Adams, Kati D’Amore, Kelly Anderson, Alexan Cerna, Jennifer Power, Trudi Burney, Kathleen Sheridan, Kent Child, Laurie Tholen, Andrea McCann, Christine West, Jane Rekedal, Victoria Tamayo, Jennifer Colby, Venecia Prudencio, Rachel Zuniga, Marianne Eichenbaum, Alora Garcia, Kayla Klauer, Don Jensen, Cynthia Edgerly, Susan Shirley
2024 Open Studios was made possible by the California Arts Council, Sally Street Studios, Jane Rekedal Pottery, Marianne Eichenbaum, and Luna Gallery and Eco Art Studio