The hills are waking up around here. Spring is arriving in its typical, dramatic fashion — a theater of moving weather, a sudden rainbow bridging the river, mountains draped in glowy white, and hillsides that greener with every passing cloud. The orchards have just begun their transformation, gnarled branches with small hopeful buds, while wildflowers push defiantly through the soil. That same energy of growth and renewal can be felt in local artist studios, whose doors are thrown open to let the fresh spring breeze in. Time to prepare!

The Gorge Artists Open Studios tour celebrates the connection between the artist, the beautiful varied landscapes of the Gorge, and the art lover. Join us the first weekend in May for the 20th anniversary of this beloved spring tradition!

Art abloom. At top: Brenda Huskey, Christine Knowles, Stephanie Johnston, and Yvonne Pepin-Wakefield. Bottom: Seddon Wylde, Jodi Wright, Melanie Thompson, Jo Dean Sarins, and Andrew Lewis.

From the fire-forged strength of metalwork to the earthen grace of ceramics; from photography that captures the sun on the mountain to glass work that holds the shifting light of a storm; from oil paintings that mirror wildflower meadows to jewelry as intricate as a new leaf — come see where art is made.

Discover behind-the-scenes techniques
Explore the lush scenery of the Gorge in spring bloom
Connect with local creators during this milestone year