Studio
- Studios must be located within the boundary of Spartanburg County.
- Studios are required to include a “working” artist space. Artists will include some type of display that allows visitors to observe their creative process. Simply setting up a gallery space in your living room is not acceptable.
- The studio must also be a safe environment with adequate display and walking space for artists and visitors. Also, studios must provide safe and adequate parking.
No Studio?
We understand some artists may not have their own studio. Because this is an inclusive community event, artists without accessible studio space are encouraged to participate at one of the sponsoring arts organizations: Artists Collective | Spartanburg, Spartanburg Art Museum, Chapman Cultural Center, Artists Guild.
Please designate on your application that you need space at one of the locations.
Open Doors Meetings
Artists will be required to attend an Orientation Meeting held prior to the Studio Tour to assist them with their questions and preparation for the event. Topics that will be covered include, presentation, educating the public, and how to manage sales. Each artist will track their visitors on a log for reporting purposes.
Jury Process
Artists will be selected by a Jury composed of professionals and established artists from the community. The jurying process ensures that the artwork included on the tour is original work, of high quality, and ready for exhibition. Jurors will also assess studio space through photo documentation to ensure it is appropriate and safe for the general public to visit.
Rules
- All participants must read and agree to follow the Open Doors Studio Tour instructions and requirements.
- The studio must be located within Spartanburg County.
Fees
There is no cost to complete an application. Once accepted, there is a $50 fee for participation in the Open Doors Spartanburg Studio Tour. Fees are applied to the cost of publicity and the group exhibition expenses and are non-refundable.