South Coast Open Studio

South Coast Open Studio – 2006

By Jon Alden

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Supported by artists for artists, the South Coast Open Studio Tour provides the general public an unusual opportunity to have a first-hand look at local art and craftsmanship flourishing on the Coast of Rhode Island and Massachusetts.

This event brought together small independent studio artists who produce their own work and are eager to demonstrate their creative skills and crafts to the public. Most of these artists and craftspeople work out of their home studios and sell primarily through galleries and craft shows. Travel off the beaten path to find these studios on the back roads, down narrow lanes, and in local villages, far away from the malls and shopping centers. Get acquainted with the artists and their work on a personal level.

Ask them why they make their art. Every piece has a story behind it. Visit the artists in their own creative environments and connect the product to the personality and place and how it was created. You will see pieces in many stages of design and a variety of materials and machinery which the artists can tell you about.

If you are an artist in the area interested in becoming involved in one of our tours, call us at (401) 592-0099 or send us an email. aejlund@tiac.net

The participants listed on this detail page were open for the weekend of December 2nd & 3rd, 2006. Studios were open 11 a.m. - 5 p.m. and the tour was free to the public. Supported by artists for artists, the South Coast Studio Tour provides the general public an unusual opportunity to have a first-hand look at local art and craftsmanship flourishing on the coast of Rhode Island and Massachusetts.

For further Information, contact individual artisans for other events & schedules by clicking on their names above and visiting their websites, or if there is no website, send them an email, or Call (401) 592-0099.

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Open Studio Tour Sequence:

1. Kelly Milukas

Watercolors and pastels. Local and distant landscapes.

2. The Donovan Gallery, Kris Donovan

An Ever-Changing Exhibit of Contemporary New England Art

3. Amy C. Lund, Handweaver

Local crafts and handwoven table linens, blankets, wraps and scarves. Heirloom quality, one of a kind, custom work.

4. Kris Smith-Lavoie (508) 673-1828

Sterling silver, beach stone, jewelry and ornaments.