The ArtSea Studio Tour is one of Vancouver Island’s longest running self-guided studio tours. We are pleased to be returning to an in-person Studio Tour on:
October 15th and 16th, 2022
10am – 4pm, daily
Visit one of the participating studios on the Saanich Peninsula to view recent works, enjoy artist demonstrations, and to learn about inspirations and the reasons why participants produce the work they love.
Participant Registration Open: June 1 – July 15, 2022
2022 ArtSea Studio Tour Registration Details (click)
- The 2022 ArtSea Studio Tour is open to all ArtSea Members with a studio or display space on the Saanich Peninsula.
- 2022 ArtSea Studio Tour Registration fee: $100 (non-refundable) paid at the time of registration.
- Studio Tour participants will have a current (2022) ArtSea Membership. Learn More
- Your studio or venue will be advertised in a hard-copy brochure with a guide, and an online interactive map. The brochure will be available at locations across the Peninsula, and the link to an online interactive map will be available to share on your website or social media channels.
- The 2022 ArtSea Studio Tour will also be advertised through the ArtSea website, social media, and partners network.
- Studio Tour directional signage is available for each participating location (to be collected prior to the Studio Tour weekend and returned after the event).
- Participants can request a pre-tour consultation with Committee Lead, Wendy Picken, to learn new techniques to promote and sell your work, and the dynamics of sales.
- Limited spaces available – don’t miss this great opportunity to share your work with the community. Registration is accepted on a first-come, first served basis until July 15, 2022 (or until all spaces are filled).
- If you have any questions, please email our amazing volunteer Studio Tour Committee Lead, Wendy Picken at: studiotour@artsea.ca
Requirements and Guidelines for Studio Tour Participants (click)
- There is a non-refundable registration fee of $100 for the 2022 ArtSea Studio Tour.
- All Studio Tour Participants require a current (2021) ArtSea Membership. Learn More
- The 2022 ArtSea Studio Tour is open to all ArtSea members with a studio or display space on the Saanich Peninsula.
- Participants will prepare their artwork and studio space ahead of time.
- Participants will complete a Tally to count the number of visitors. ArtSea requires this information for grant applications and reporting purposes.
How to prepare for the Studio Tour – Tips and Tricks (click)
How to prepare:
- Ensure your studio is clearly marked and accessible.
- Make sure your artwork and studio space is clean and inviting.
- Think about how would you like to greet visitors and what information would you like to share? Consider answers to these common questions:
- What is most important for visitors to know about you and your artwork?
- How did you get your start?
- What kept you motivated through the past few years?
- What are you really passionate about?
- What advice would you give younger artists just starting their artistic journey?
Coming Soon…
2022 ArtSea Studio Tour Interactive Map
Many Thanks to:
- Wendy Picken, Studio Tour Committee Lead, for investing her time and energy to coordinate artists filming sessions and going above and beyond to provide support for our local artists!
- Our fantastic ArtSea Member Artists who open their studios to share local arts and culture with the community.
- The Town of Sidney, the District of North Saanich, and the Province of BC through the BC Arts Council for making this project possible.
