2024 Tour Maps, Studio Music and Demos

And Other Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Where can I get a tour guide booklet?

A: There are several locations where you will be able obtain a Tour Guide in September:
i. Art League of Lincoln, 580 Sixth Street, Lincoln, CA Open Thurs-Sun 11am-3pm
ii. Auburn Old Town Gallery, 218 Washington Street, Auburn, CA Open every day except Tuesday until 6pm, and until 9pm on Friday & Saturday.
iii. Blue Line Arts, 405 Vernon Street, Roseville, CA Open Tues-Sat, 11am-5pm
iv. Clark’s Corner, 5320 Front St, Rocklin, CA
v. For the Love of Art, 839 Lincoln Way, Auburn, CA Open Tues-Sat 10 am-6 pm, Sun 12-4
vi. General Gomez Arts & Events, 808 Lincoln Way, Auburn, CA Open Tues-Sat, 11 am – 3 pm
vii. High Hand Art Gallery, 3750 Taylor Road, Loomis, CA Open Tues-Sun, Open 10am-4pm Sat/Sun and 11am-4pm Tues-Friday
viii. Persimmon Art Gallery, 13466 Lincoln Way, Auburn, CA Open Every day but Tuesday 10 am – 4pm
ix. Visit Placer Welcome Center, 1103 High St., Auburn, CA 95603 Mon-Fri9:30 am-4:30 pm; Sat-Sun 9:30 am-3:30 pm

Q: Do any of the tour locations feature music?

A: Yes! Please click here to see the schedule

Q: Can I try my hand at creating art on this tour?

A: Some studios, schools and galleries have planned demonstrations. Click to see the schedule.

Q: I’ve never attended before. Can you tell me more about how the tour works in general?

A: The 31st Annual Placer Artists Tour is a free self-driving tour showcasing talented
artists in diverse mediums over 2 weekends: November 8, 9, 10, & 15, 16, 17, from
10 am – 5 pm. Weekend 1 all artists are showing, and weekend 2 is optional; be sure and
look for the symbol indicating open both weekends for those showing the 2nd weekend.
You’ll visit artists in their studio, see their art process and be able to speak with them, as
well as have the opportunity to purchase art. There is no cost to attend. All Tour
information is on our website PlacerArtistsTour.org including a robust Artist Directory,
Events Calendar, and Sponsors. In addition, we will once again have a beautiful printed Tour Guide,
available in several locations after September. The 2024 Tour features 141 artists, art
galleries, and art schools. Some studios featured live music.

Q: Do I need to pre-register to attend? What is the purpose of pre-registering?

A: Pre-registration is not mandatory, but it is free and does offer advantages such as special prize and gift drawings plus use of the Bidcrest Passport app. Pre-register here.

Q: How does the tour work? Do I need to make appointments?

A: It is not necessary to make appointments on the Placer Artists Tour. The tour is free to all. The Tour is over 2 weekends: November 8, 9, 10, & 15, 16, 17, from 10am- 5pm. Weekend 1 all artists are showing, and weekend 2 is optional; be sure and look for the symbol indicating open both weekends for those showing the 2nd weekend.

Q: How do I tell who is exhibiting which weekends?

A: Weekend 1 all artists are showing, and weekend 2 is optional; be sure and look for the symbol indicating open both weekends for those showing the 2nd weekend.

Q: How do I get all the names and addresses of studios?

A: The names and addresses of studios are available on our website, as well as the printed tour guide. You may pick up a tour guide at several locations.

Q: Where can I get a map?

A: Mapping options on the tour include:
i. Navigate with the Bidcrest Passport app
ii. GPS using your mobile phone or car GPS
iii. Navigate using a high-level Printed Tour Guide map in the tour guide
iiv. Download and print a map from our website (the map is two printable pages)

Q: What are the hours and dates for the Tour?

A: November 8, 9, 10, & 15, 16, 17, from 10 am – 5 pm. Weekend 1 all artists are
showing, and weekend 2 is optional; Look for the symbol indicating open both
weekends for those showing the 2nd weekend.

Q: Do I need to purchase tickets/is there a cost to attending the tour?

A: There is no cost to attend the tour, and no tickets to obtain.

Q: How can I find out more about individual artists?

A: Our Artist Directory offers detailed profiles of each artist, gallery and school on the tour. It even links to their websites, as well as giving you links to their social media presences.
B. Our printed Tour guide offers a thumbnail image of each artist, gallery and school.

Q: What are the regions for the tour?

A: Lincoln, Rocklin/Roseville, Granite Bay, Loomis/Penryn/Newcastle, Auburn,
Colfax/Meadow Vista

Q: How does an artist get on tour?

A: The Tour is open to any artist, gallery, art school, and music school in Placer County. If an Artist lives or works in Placer County they are eligible. The application period is in the spring, usually between March 1 – April 30. Click here and indicate you are an artist. You will be emailed call to artist opportunities including the Tour.

Q: What is the application deadline for tour artists?

A: Usually April 30th.