Art in Motion: Renton Artist Studio Tour

Renton Artist Studio Tour

Discover Renton’s vibrant creative community with the return of the Renton Artist Studio Tour. This free, self-guided event invites you into working studios and unique maker spaces throughout the city. Meet local artists, watch live demonstrations, explore creative processes, and shop one-of-a-kind artwork directly from local creators.

Download the Map and Event Guide

Plan your adventure with the Studio map and event guide! Click here to download(PDF, 887KB) and plan your adventure, or pick up a paper copy at any of the participating locations.

Want to start your day at the heart of the action? Stop by Legacy Square between 10am and 3pm to pick up your map and event guide before exploring the tour.

For an even easier Studio Tour experience, download the Visit Renton mobile app! Under the Tours section on the main menu, select Arts & Culture to access the interactive Artist Studio Tour. View participating studios, create your own itinerary, and use the built-in mapping feature for turn-by-turn directions between each stop.

Explore, Create, and Celebrate

Visit participating studios and creative spaces throughout Renton, meet the artists behind the work, and discover the stories and inspiration behind their creations. Each stop offers a unique opportunity to connect with local makers, see art in progress, and experience Renton’s creative community.

Make your tour even more rewarding! Return to Legacy Square after your studio visits and let us know how many stops you explored. For every studio you visit, you’ll earn an entry into the raffle for a chance to win an original piece of artwork from one of the featured artists on the tour!

Explore more studios, discover more art, and increase your chances to take home a one-of-a-kind piece created by a local artist.

Wrap Up Your Tour at Legacy Square

After a day of exploring, return to Legacy Square for the free concert featuring Soul Sacrifice and stop by the Arts Commission tent by 6:00 p.m. to check in.

Snap a photo at each studio you visit, or simply mark your stops on your tour program. You'll earn one raffle ticket for every studio you visit for a chance to win original artwork donated by the featured Studio Tour artists. The more studios you explore, the more chances you have to win!

While you're there, share your favorite stop, show off your artwork purchase, or tell us which artist inspired you, then stay for the raffle drawing and celebrate the creativity you discovered throughout the tour.

Gallery Rest Stops

Make a day of it! Grab a bite, enjoy a drink, and support local businesses along your route. Participating locations and special tour-day offers will be announced with the event guide in August.

Third Place Teas
Recharge with a stop at Renton's newest specialty tea shop. Browse local artwork, handcrafted ceramics, and unique tea gifts while enjoying a special Studio Tour grab-and-go tea package.

Brewmaster's Taproom
Take a break at Brewmaster's Taproom and enjoy artwork by featured local artist Narboo. Studio Tour participants receive 25% off their first pint while exploring one of Renton's favorite community gathering spaces.