Over the past four years, the Calaveras Artists Studio Tour has worked its way into the heart of our community and is now one of the county's biggest annual celebration of the visual arts. The Artists Studio Tour coming up on September 25 and 26 bringing artists and art lovers together in relaxed and friendly studio or other environments where the various elements of art are shared and enjoyed.
Over 30 artists will be on hand from 10:00 am to 5:00 pm on both days for questions and discussion as they “show their process” and reveal how, why and where they create their artwork. Purchase original art or prints or unique gift items directly from the artist.
The tour is self-guiding through the purchase of a $10 per person “Passport.” Pocket or purse-size, use it as a road map and a collectible. Artists are represented with a color photograph of their work and studio address with directions. Select those you would like to visit, then locate the studio numbers on the map. Spread your trip over both Saturday and Sunday.
In Mokelumne Hill, visit ceramic artist James Aarons in his studio, artist Kevin Brady and photography Tyler Childress in the Moke Hill Library. Or, drive up Highway 26 to see the nine artists clustered together in Glencoe at the Trinkle Studios, and meet artist Sonya Ziegler, across the road. Just off Highway 49 south of Moke Hill, will be ceramic artists Sarah Switek and Mary Anderson at Sarah’s southwestern-designed studio.
No matter where the artists are, from Arnold to Valley Springs, the result is a satisfying experience that deepens our understanding of the importance of artists and art in our culture. Artists will be able to accept cash, check or credit cards for art purchases.
The map / brochures called Passports can be purchased during the tour at the studios or in advance at Gallery Calaveras at 22 Main St., San Andreas, or at several outlets that will be listed on www.calaverasarts.org. For more information, or to reserve Tour Passports, call (209)754-1774.
