Gorge Artists' Open Studios Tour 2024

Fresh Perspective in Art 

The 2024 Gorge Artists Open Studios Tour 

April 26 - 28, 2024, daily hours 10am - 5pm 

The art world is known for being filled with outliers — those creative thinkers who approach  their art and craft in a unique, original way. The Gorge Artists Open Studios Tour is filled with  such artists — whose work is exemplary, who live and work in diverse settings, whose medium  or approach is uncommon and rare. What is so unique about the Columbia River Gorge is that  the environment itself is an outlier: the winding drive between studio stops can take you from  forests to fields, rivers to mountains, and moss to basalt cliffs. So unique, as to be difficult to  fully describe. It’s no wonder there are so many inspiring artists in the area — the area itself is  inspirational.  

This annual tour, now in its 18th year, features 45 local artist studios showcasing a diverse  variety of work — from painting to ceramics, jewelry to textiles, woodworking to photography,  metalwork to glass, basketry, quilting, sculpture, and more.  

“Having people see my artwork is an important part of the art process for me. Each year there is  a different group of people who I get a chance to talk to and suggest other artists for them to  see!” Rodney Stuart, mixed media artist  

Gorge Artists Open Studios Tour invites art lovers to meet artists in their studio spaces — to  experience art as work, craft, process, and inspiration. It is a free, self-guided tour of individual  artist studios and workspaces located throughout the Mid-Columbia Gorge regional area.  Featured studios are dotted on the map in all four mid-Columbia counties: Skamania, Klickitat,  Hood River, and Wasco. Take advantage of the three days, April 26 to 28, to visit as many  studios as you can. Or, if you have limited time, drop in to a select few new or favorite studios  linked together by a stunning drive through this diverse environment.  

“Most days for the last five years, I wind my way west along the river to my studio in Carson,  WA. Highway 14 is two lanes of asphalt that flows around basalt cliffs much as the river does.  The rhythm sets my mood. I arrive ready to create.”  

Steve Kowats, metalwork artist 

Visiting from out of town? Come for the Gorge Artists Open Studios Tour and stay for the  weekend! April is blossom time, so even the ride between studios is a dream. Spring is the time of year when everything emerges once more, including people. Experience the natural beauty  of the Columbia River Gorge National Scenic Area while enjoying fantastic local food, wineries,  outdoor recreation, shopping, and a great selection of boutique hotels and bed & breakfasts. 

We invite you to come experience the Gorge Artists Open Studios Tour. To see what’s in store  for this year’s experience, make sure to follow us on social media @gorgeartists or visit our  website at www.gorgeartists.org.  

About Gorge Artists  

Gorge Artists is a nonprofit 501(c)3. Its mission is to advance and encourage artists in  the Columbia River Gorge by building community among artists and the public,  promoting art and business education, and providing opportunities for the public to  experience and enjoy art.  

About the Columbia River Gorge  

Surrounded by orchards and vineyards, mountains and rivers, the Columbia River Gorge  offers something for everyone — hikers and kite surfers, shoppers and nature  photographers, craft beer enthusiasts and stand-up paddle boarders, and everyone in  between. Dotted with quaint towns connected by stunning scenic drives, the Columbia  River Gorge is a place to come explore, again and again.  

For more information, please contact  

Gorge Artists board member 

Daiva Bergman Harris 

Email: daiva@studiodbh.com 

Phone: (949) 246-6886