The Stutz Artists Association Annual Open House
The Stutz Artists Association will host its 17th annual open house April 23 and 24, 2010.
More than 70 artists open their studios to visitors during the two-day event. It's not only an opportunity to see the work of 70 local artists in one place at one time, it's a chance to see where and how the work is created. Artwork ranges from paintings, drawings and photography, to sculpture, jewelry and furniture.
Click here for the 2010 press release document (will open in a new window).
In addition to being a great place to buy one-of-a-kind gifts - artwork ranges from $12 to $10,000 - the event offers a rare chance to see vintage cars in the historic Stutz car factory. Visitors also enjoy special gallery opening activities such as acoustic music and food vendors.
OPEN HOUSE VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES
This event takes the combined efforts of many artists, organizers and volunteers. Volunteers are needed and always appreciated! Please consider spending a few hours helping to make this year's event more successful than ever. Open House Volunteers earn free admission and a souvenir T-shirt. Click here to access the Stutz Open House Volunteer Application Form.
General InformationThe 17th Annual Stutz Artists Open House will be held Friday, April 23, 5:30 pm to 10:30 pm and Saturday, April 24, 2:00 pm to 7:00 pm at the Stutz Business Center (1060 N. Capitol Avenue in downtown Indianapolis). There is free on-street parking in specially marked lots along Capitol, Senate Avenues and 11th Street. The admission price is $12 per person. Children under 12 are free. |
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The Stutz Artists
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The myriad artists who make up the Stutz Artists Association all share the common love of art but widely diverge from there. They work in a variety of styles, from traditional to contemporary. Some have advanced degrees in art, and others advance their art in degrees. Some teach classes and hold workshops, and others mentor one-to-one. Some produce work that's accessible to a broad audience and sell a large amount of work, while others focus on work that's purely for their own enjoyment. Many of the Stutz artists have artwork in permanent collections at museums, schools and hospitals. Some are regional and even national award winners. |
Housing the largest group of artists under one roof in the Midwest, the exterior of the yellow brick buildings that comprise the complex have changed little since the Stutz motor car was made here. Located on an entire city block in downtown Indianapolis, the interior of the 400,000-square-foot former car factory has been renovated into studios and office space. The Stutz is now home to artists, designers, architects, creative professionals and other small businesses. In addition to the Open House, the association hosts monthly First Friday exhibitions and offers a range of classes.
On the outside, the yellow brick buildings that comprise the sprawling complex have changed little since the Stutz motor car was made here. Located on an entire city block in downtown Indianapolis, the 400,000-square-foot former car factory has been renovated into studios and offices. Today the Stutz Business Center is the creative working home of many professionals such as artists, designers, architects, filmmakers and more.
Press Release
Click here to access a press release about the 2010 event in Adobe Acrobat format.
