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Studios on the Park brings art to life
Watch artists at work in their studios
Thanks to artist Anne Laddon’s vision for an active, engaging space for artists and art lovers alike Studios on the Park in downtown Paso Robles is a major hub of the Central Coast’s thriving art com- munity. Dedicated to sharing the creative process with locals and visitors, this nonprofit organiza- tion and open studios art center has grown to include eight studios with 14 artists, four galleries and
a fine craft gift shop since open- ing in 2009. The not-to-be-missed galleries are the Lonnie Hood Photography Gallery, Paso Robles Art Association Gallery, The Kids
Art Smart Gallery, and the San Luis Obispo County of Education Gallery.
Local artists work in various mediums at Studios on the Park, including acrylic, charcoal, collage, mixed media, mosaic, oil, pastel, pen and ink, photography, print- making and watercolor. Styles range from traditional
to contemporary.
The unique
combination
of the artist's
workspaces
allows
visitors to
watch art-
ists during
their creative
processes.
The heart
of Studios on the
Park, with artists as
“professionals who in-
spire others to create, explore, educate and share,” is based on an interactive art community Laddon had been a part of in the Wash- ington DC area during the 1970s and 80s. Visitors are encouraged to pause, ask questions, and watch the artists as they work.
“Studios on the Park is com- mitted to providing arts access and education in Paso Robles,” Laddon said. “It is so much more than a gallery.”
Handcrafted for the Holidays
The annual Handcrafted for the Holidays is back, running
through December 30. The perfect
opportunity to buy unique
gifts made by local artists.
Not only does your purchase support
local artists and small
businesses, but a portion of the proceeds also goes
to support our mission of bringing the arts to our
community!
History and community connection
From its location along the tree- lined eastern edge of the downtown city park, Studios on the Park boasts
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