South Sound Studio Tour Application

All are welcome! The purpose of the South Sound Studio Tour is to showcase the talent and diversity of creative artists working in the South Sound region.

We suggest that you review the Studio Tour FAQs before you begin your application.

Each participating creative needs to apply individually -- this includes studio hosts and guests alike.

APPLICATION OPEN: November 7, 2026 - December 31, 2026

INFO SESSIONS: Dates coming soon!

NOTIFICATION: January 14, 2027

FINALIZE REGISTRATION: February 6, 2027 - Your space will be reserved upon receipt of your fee.

COST: FREE to apply. If accepted, the fee to participate is $35. If this is a barrier, please reach out to olyssst@gmail.com for financial assistance.

STUDIO TOUR DATES: May 22-23, 2027, 11am - 4pm

APPLICATION MATERIALS: 3 - 5 images of your work, one sentence that can be used to describe your work

WAYS TO PARTICIPATE:

  • Open your studio Saturday only or Saturday and Sunday

  • Host a guest artist or artists at your studio

  • Be a guest artist at another studio

  • Show work at your community studio or shared maker space (Contact your studio to see if you can show your work there. There is a separate application to become a Community Studio Partner - contact us).

  • Offer a scheduled demonstration (“spotlight demo”) - additional application

  • Show work in a gallery for the Tour Preview Exhibition - additional application