Courtesy of Kris Gregson Moss
Artists and artisans are invited to participate in a weekend of celebration of the talent in Washington County from July 13-14 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. The sixth annual Artisan Trails in Washington County is a weekend of open studios and mini vendor fairs.
Artists and artisans are invited to apply by May 15 online at www.artisan-trails.org.
New this year, “hubs,” such as breweries, galleries, shops, etc. will host multiple artisans and artists at their location on the open studios tour, along with live demonstrations, plein aire painting and workshops. For more information on becoming a Hub location the application is available on the website.
This year, the event is organized by Karen and Steve Mattison with Kris Gregson Moss, who co-founded the Artisan Trails in Washington County in 2018 with Susan Whiting.
Artisan Trails in Washington County is a nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting the rich talent pool of Washington County in showcasing the beauty, history, and diverse artisanal skill sets which exist within our borders.
“I’ve lived in Washington County for most of my life and I still find new and interesting things to do here. Our family’s involvement in this group has enhanced this through people we have met and places we have visited on the trail,” said Mattison, spokesperson for the event.
Visitors will be guided to each site via maps both online and paper, plus roadside signs. The tour typically includes studios of painters, textile artists, metal sculpturists, stained glass artists, photographers, potters, furniture makers, beekeepers, blacksmiths, farms, cider houses, breweries and more. The event itself is free and open to the public.
More information is available at www.artisan-trails.org.