The Arts Council of Santa Cruz County kicks off their Open Studios Art Tour the first weekend in October. Celebrating their 40th year Open studios is bigger than ever featuring over 340 artists! Working in 22 mediums from seasoned professionals to new and emerging, Open Studios presents an opportunity for everyone to discover, experience, and connect with artists and their work.

KSQD Host Christine Barrington welcomes Open Studios Program Manager, Bree Karpavage along with two participating artists to share behind the scenes details into what makes Open Studios an event you do not want to miss.

Featured artists:

Anna Cummins (#239) is a full-time ceramicist who creates functional pieces that have whimsical sculptural and painted elements. 

Biagio Scarpello (#78) is a mixed media sculptor and blown glass master who also teaches art at San Jose State and Cabrillo College in Aptos.

Tour Weekends (10am–5pm)

• Oct 4–5: South County


• Oct 11–12: North County


• Oct 18–19: All County

✨ Preview Exhibits

• Santa Cruz Art League | Sept 26–Oct 19


• Pajaro Valley Arts | Sept 20–Oct 19

📍 Plan Your Visit

• Website: santacruzopenstudios.com


• Printed Guide: Available at Good Times drop-off spots from mid Sept


• App: “Santa Cruz County Open Studios” on iTunes & Google Play from mid Sept

✉️ For More Info: Email mercedes@artscouncilsc.org

Guest Recommended Studios:

Mattie Leeds #343

Tessa Hope Hasty #342

Tina Fuller Somers #332

Elijah Pfotenhaur #126

Coeleen Kiebert  #26

Santa Cruz Clay #313-317