About
All studios are open to the public Saturday & Sunday, from Noon to 5pm, November 10 & 11, 2007.
This free, self-guided tour provides an up close and personal view of Tucson’s artists. Visit local artists of every kind -- local bookmakers, sculptors, photographers, ceramic artists, fiber artists, metal smiths, glass blowers, and painters. See artworks in every stage, from start to finish. Explore what lies behind the creative process, and learn about Tucson’s vibrant arts scene.
Naturally, you won't be able to visit every studio, so review the online and/or printed program and look for what you like. All of the studios are interesting and quite different from one another. The artists create a welcoming atmosphere for their visitors, and are happy to answer questions.
Preview exhibition Start your tour with a comprehensive exhibit. Preview work by each artist and plan your route.
- Kickoff Reception: Thursday, November 8, 5 to 7pm
- Exhibition Open: October 20 to November 8, Hours: Tues-Sat, Noon to 5pm
- Location: Dinnerware Artspace, 264 E Congress St, south side, between 5th and 6th Avenues.
Easy parking behind the gallery off Broadway, enter from Arizona Ave or 5th Ave.
Enter gallery through front or back doors. Dinnerware Artspace MAP
Free Printed Programs are available at the following locations and at studios during the tour. This year the full color printed program includes a 14-month Art Calendar featuring the participating artists' work, with studio addresses and maps to make finding them easy. Get yours while supplies last.
| South |
Galeria Mistica -- 2318 S 4th Ave |
| Central |
Tangerine Gallery -- 2522 E Ft Lowell Rd |
| Central |
Bookmans -- 1930 E Grant Rd |
| East |
Columbus Branch Library -- 4350 E 22nd St |
| East |
Bookmans -- 6230 E Speedway Bl |
| North |
Toscana Gallery -- 9040 N Oracle Rd |
| North |
Bookmans -- 3733 W Ina Rd |
Downtown
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Joel D Valdez Main Library -- 101 N Stone Ave |
| Downtown |
Dinnerware Artspace -- 264 E Congress St |
| Downtown |
Tucson Pima Arts Council -- 10 E Broadway Bl, #106 |
Download a PDF version of the printed program here:
Artist Resources
Media Resources
The 3 main objectives of the TPAC Open Studio Tour are:
- To assist Pima County artists in marketing their work
- To promote the arts and increase public awareness of the quality and diversity of art created in our community
- To promote educational experiences for attendees, who meet artists and see them at work in spaces not normally open to the public
Thank you artists! Thank you visitors! Thank you sponsors!
TPAC Mission:
The Tucson Pima Arts Council fosters artistic expression, educational development and the economic growth of our diverse community by supporting, promoting and advocating for arts and culture.
TPAC Goals:
- To be a leader in arts and cultural development by advancing strategic alliances, cultural planning and advocacy for a vibrant and diverse arts and cultural life
- To support artists' and arts and cultural organizations' efforts to achieve excellence and be broadly connected to the community
- To communicate the unique sense of place inherent in our region and people through public art and community design
- To increase access to and participation in the rich cultural offerings of the region
- To promote arts and cultural learning as vital to a comprehensive education and lifelong learning in diverse arts and cultural expressions
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