Placer Artists Tour 2026
November 6–8 & November 13–15, 2026

May Plein Air Event is closed

Natural Wonders

Saturday July 9th – Monday July 27th

Art Exhibit inspired by Days at the Preserves

General Gomez Arts
808 Lincoln Way, Auburn

Reception Thursday July 23rd, 4pm-7pm

Artistic interpretations from the Days at the Preserves events will be featured in the Natural Wonders Plein Air show in July. Application will be sent to participants. Details to follow.


Thank you to our Artists and Patrons

Outside the Box: Reimagined, A SPIN ON ART was a successful party and fundraiser!

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Your Year End Giving Supports the Arts in Placer County

As the holidays approach, the Placer Artists Tour team extends heartfelt gratitude for the generous community support that helps us thrive. Thousands joined us in November to meet local artists, explore galleries, and visit art schools that nurture the next generation of creators.
 
Your year-end donation keeps this momentum strong, and we deeply appreciate everyone who contributes during this season. 

We encourage year-end gifts to the Joanne K. Neft New & Emerging Artists Fund. This fund provides mentoring and fee reductions to help artists enhance their career development.

I felt the support of the Placer Artists Tour for artists who have not had a lot of experience showing their work before. It is hard to take the first step for the first time–emotionally and financially.” – Kristin Aplin

We are pleased to introduce you to Kristin Aplin, one of the recipients of the 2024 Joanne K. Neft New & Emerging Artists Fund.

Learn More about Year-End Giving Here

We accept cash or check donations, as well as appreciated stock, IRA contributions for those 70 1/2+, donation bundling, or from a Donor Advised Fund or estate.

We are happy to answer any questions you may have about the most effective way for you to donate. Contact us here.

We wish you a joyful holiday season and thank you for giving where your heART is!

Next up: Taste of the Tour Reception on October 18

This unique exhibit shows you, in one place, artwork from all of the Tour Artists, Galleries and Schools. That’s 123 artists, galleries and schools–you won’t want to miss it!

Held at Blue Line Arts in Roseville, the popular and elegant reception will be held on October 18 from 5 – 7 pm.

Many of the artists will be on hand to discuss their artwork and visit with you. We will enjoy tasty appetizers, beverages and music provided by an Auburn Symphony Woodwind Trio.

Join us Saturday, October 18 from 5 -7 pm

Blue Line Arts is located at 405 Vernon Street in Roseville, CA. 

Exhibit dates are Saturday, October 11 – Sunday, November 16. Blue Line Arts hours are Tuesday-Saturday, 11am – 5pm

Please let us know if you will be attending:

Next up: New Artist Showcase September 25

Step into an evening of fresh creativity and vibrant energy as we welcome the newest artists to the Placer Artists Tour! Some are seasoned makers, while others will be sharing their art publicly for the very first time. The Tour helps them prepare with classes on everything from booth presentation and pricing to connecting with customers and shining on social media—now it’s time for them to step into the spotlight.

Join us at the beautiful Hotel Vista Sierra in Auburn for a free evening of discovery. Enjoy delicious appetizers, a no-host bar, and live art demos while music drifts through the air, featuring a woodwind trio from the Auburn Symphony along with sounds provided by the hotel.

Thursday, September 25, 5-7 pm 

Hotel Vista Sierra
13535 Bowman Rd, Auburn

Next up: Taste of the Tour Exhibit and Reception

You won’t want to miss this chance to meet our new-to-the tour artists as they show and discuss their artwork. This elegant reception is held at our Host Hotel, Hotel Sierra Vista in Auburn. Relaxing music will also be provided by Hotel Vista Sierra. The appetizers are always delicious! Join us to discover what the artists have to say about their work.

Thursday, September 25, 5-7 pm 

Hotel Vista Sierra Springhill Suites, 13535 Bowman Rd, Auburn

Thank you to all who participated in the 2024 Placer Artists Tour

2022 Tour Success

2022 Results from artist & public surveys are in! Click below to check it out. Estimated tour attendees in 2022 were xxxx! The tour has been expanded to two weekends based on popular support from artists and tour-goers.

We all look forward to seeing you at this year’s Placer Artists Studios Tour!

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