SEBASTIAN — On Saturday, Feb. 11, eight Sebastian artists will open their studios to the public for a free art studio tour from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. The first ever Sebastian Art Studio Tour aims to raise the awareness of the quality of art and the growing community of artists and artisans in this small city on the shores of the Indian River Lagoon.
Creativity begins in the artist’s studio. Tucked away in residential neighborhoods and alternative spaces in this historic city is a wealth of artists and artisans creating in their studios.
Rarely does the public have the opportunity to see where the artists create their works or an opportunity to discuss the artist’s inspiration, methods, materials and creative process.
This inaugural (self-guided) Sebastian Art Studio Tour features a variety of different studios, representing nine local artists including Rita Bernstein (silk), Robert Johnson (metal sculpture), Sharon Morgan (painting, mixed media), Geoffrey Myers (sculpture), Richard Ramirez (pottery), Mary Segal (printmaking, mixed media), Weldon Stout (oils) and Quentin Walter (watercolors, mixed media).
Meet the artists, browse among new works and purchase art directly from the artists themselves. Whether you are a long time collector, beginning your collection or searching for the perfect gift, the tour is a wonderful venue to shop for one-of-a-kind, original creations.
Maps for the tour and information on each of the exhibiting artists may be found online at www.SebastianArtStudioTour.com.