Open studios is an annual event that I thoroughly enjoy. This year it will be the weekend of October 14th and 15th. It is a free event.
Basically, you have the opportunity to visit artists in their studio. As a person who dabbles in painting, I am so enthralled by seeing working studios of dedicated artists. I also appreciate meeting them and hearing their stories and learning about their techniques.
One year I met an artist who had suffered a very severe stroke. She had examples of her art from before her stroke along with her current work, after her stroke. There was such a striking difference, and the current work was so much more brilliant that the prior work. It was a memorable experience.
The artists also offer work to purchase. I pride myself that my home has all original art: no prints, no copies. Some of it is my own paintings and sculptures, but also the work of other artists. I love living amidst art!
For more details about Lake Oswego Open Studios, click here. For details about Portland Open Studios, click here.
Once again, thank you for reading the blotter.
Dianne