The Open Doors Studio Tour Spartanburg is a self-guided 2-day event, each spring, that is free to the public.
I had more than 80 visitors in two days, substantial sales (best two day sales of my life) and now I have a list of emails so that I can notify patrons of my participation in shows, new work, etc.
We did not participate in this expecting any sales. We thought it was more important to share our work and connect with other artists and art administrators.
Visitors to my studio: 43 of my 85 visitors were new to me, having never visited previously. Many were interested in art/pottery. Several mentioned having seen my work at Artists Collective show and came regarding those pieces.
I thought everything was well planned and organized. You did a great job in advertising. I especially liked having artwork at the airport because I feel it brought great visitability to the artists participating.
This was a much needed boost to my studio and studio practices. Plus, it was really exciting to see and talk to the people that visited to my studio. Several of them came back the next day after their first visit.
Artists Benefits Include: Expanding your audience by sharing where and how you work. An opportunity to sell your work to the public and keep 100%
1. Log in to your Open Doors dashboard. 2. Click on the Articles link in the left column of your dashboard. 3. Click on the
Any artist 18 and older, working in any visual media who lives in Spartanburg County. If you don't have your own studio you could be
It is free to apply, and If you are accepted there is a $50 fee due December 1, 2022.
Artists are selected by a Jury composed of a group of artists and established art professionals from the community.
No. Once registration is closed, we immediately begin the production of the marketing materials. Making changes is time consuming and expensive, and we regret that
Yes. This is required and there are many ways to meet this standard. More will be explained about this in our info sessions.
No. If you are included in the tour, it is required that you personally must be at your studio during both days and stay open
Open Doors Studio Tours will take place in studios and creative workspaces across Spartanburg County.
No. Open Doors Studio Tours is focused on individual artists creating work in studio/workplace spaces.
Registration is only available online at Open Door Studios.
Individual juried artists who have paid the $50 fee will have equal representation in all marketing materials. Non-juried guest artists will be listed with their
Sorry, we must abide by the county boundaries. Artists must live or have their studio space in Spartanburg County.
Yes and no. Each artist has a $50 fee unless one will be considered a guest and will ONLY be listed by name in the
Yes. You can make arrangements with a participating artist to be a “guest artist” in their studio. Keep in mind that an integral part of
The limit is four, one host and three guest artists.
No, it does not. However if you are accessible please make note of that on the application. We will mark in the catalog which studios
Open Doors will hold meetings for planning and promoting the tour from January through April. The only meeting that is ABSOLUTELY REQUIRED is the April
You must provide your own coverage. Open Doors Studio Tour Spartanburg is not held responsible for injury or damage to people, materials, property or art
For your pet’s sake, and for the sake of your guests, find a secure closed room in your home or off-site place for your animal
No, you do not. It is your choice. We do ask that you prepare ahead of time and locate the nearest public restroom if you
All information, dates and notifications will be sent through email from “Open Doors Studio Tours” and will be posted on the website.
You may use a PayPal account, debit or credit card.
We will be glad for you to help! Our event is 100% run by volunteers. Please contact Beth or Glenda, or call 864-804-6501 to sign
