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Open Studios 2009

Napa, CA, June 1, 2009

Arts Council Napa Valley's Open Studios is a free, self-guided fine art discovery tour that runs during the last two weekends of September. The 2009 Open Studios Honorary Co-Chairs, Eleanor Coppola and Kathryn Hall, invite you to experience this year's tour, featuring 88 of the finest artists and craftspeople in the Napa Valley. Whether you're an avid collector or just curious about art, Open Studios is an incredible opportunity to peer into the creative spaces of Napa Valley painters, metal and stone sculptors, mosaicists, photographers, ceramists, printmakers, fiber artists, jewelry makers, glass artists and other fine craftspeople, and to buy local art right from the source.

You are cordially invited to the 21st annual Open Studios Preview Reception and Fundraiser. Meet our talented artists, enjoy light hors d'oeuvres and sip delicious Mumm Napa wines. The preview exhibit features the work of 89 artists juried into this year's program.

This fine art event is a wonderful opportunity to enjoy the company of artists and arts enthusiasts from across Napa Valley and beyond. Come join the fun, buy local art and support Open Studios. 25% of all proceeds from the sale of art at the reception benefits Arts Council Napa Valley and future Open Studios tours.

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Arts Council Napa Valley is a 501(c)3 not-for-profit organization that supports a thriving and diverse creative community by expanding arts education, nurturing the development of artistic talent, and collaborating with arts and community organizations across the county. It serves as the supporting organization to the Napa County Commission for Arts and Culture, which reports to the Napa County Transportation and Planning Agency. Its major programs include the annual Open Studios, Arts in Education, Revolving Door Art, Master Arts Calendar, local, regional and national arts advocacy, and county-wide cultural planning. The Council's programs are made possible by foundation and governmental grants and corporate and individual contributions from its community, the county, state of California and beyond. Please visit www.artscouncilnapavalley.org.

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