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Come wander the back roads of Kent and Queen Anne’s counties during the two weekend celebration event of the12th annual, self-guided artist studio tour.
On these two weekends, get a warm greeting from nearly 50 professional painters, sculptors, jewelers, metal and wood workers, photographers, potters, and more, when you visit their studios, and enjoy the luxury of purchasing magnificent pieces for studio prices.
The event is free and open to the public, and takes place from 10am to 5 pm each day. The tour will proceed rain or shine.
This diverse journey will lead you to make a plethora of amazing discoveries as you traverse the works of traditional to the avant-garde. One of the greatest parts about this experience is not just seeing the art, but meeting the artists and learning about their inspirational voyages.
The opportunities for visitors are numerous. You have the options of walking through the 18th-century village of Chestertown and visiting the studios “downtown.” Or tour the countryside around Chestertown and Rock Hall and visit the studios in the outlying areas of Kent and Queen Anne’s Counties. Studios of all media, including metal working, fine woodcraft, and weaving, as well as painting, overlook the Chester River or the Chesapeake Bay. It is suggested, though, that you start your mission at Artworks studio at 306 Park Roe in historic downtown Chestertown.
"Steel Magnolias" by metal artist Rob Glebe
Combine your Studio Tour with Chestertown’s Schooner Sultana Downrigging weekend October 29-30. Sultana is joined by many historic tall ships and Chesapeake Buy-Boats. Many art studios are within easy walking distance of the ships. In addition, there will be wine receptions on Fridays, October 28 and November 4, from 5pm to 8pm.
Examples of each artist’s work will be on display at the Artworks Gallery, 306 Park Row, providing a chance to plan an itinerary that matches one’s interest. Brochure maps may be found at the Gallery and at restaurants and shops throughout Kent County, which provide a brief description of each artist along with directions to the studio. Regular gallery hours are Wednesday through Friday noon to 3pm. During the Studio Tour, Gallery hours are Saturday 9-5 and Sunday 10-5.
For more information go to www.artworkschestertown.org, or call 410-778-6300.
