Applications are now closed for the 2026 Studio Tour.

Artists will be notified of the outcome of their application in March. Studio Tour fee payment of $84.83 and supplementary documentation is due upon successful admittance to participate in the Studio Tour.

Artist/Site Criteria

If you are considering participating in the Richmond Hill Studio Tour, please review the criteria listed below.

• Host site artists should have dedicated studio or gallery space. The studio or gallery location must be appropriate for public attendance and have the required display equipment/furniture to properly display the work.
• Artists must present and display their work in a professional manner so it can be readily and easily viewed by the public.
• Host site artists must remain open and be present at all times during Doors Open & Studio Tour, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday, May 9, 2026.
• Artists must represent original works, including but not limited to the following: painting, photography, drawing, sculpture, pottery, blown glass, carving, fibre/textile art, printmaking, collage, glass, weaving, and jewelry.

Applications will be assessed on the following:

• Quality of the artistic work
• Geographical location (sites located within the boundaries of Richmond Hill)
• Ease of access to the studio/gallery (accessible to the public)