The Dandenong Ranges has a rich and vibrant artistic heritage which Open Studios brings to life in an interactive weekend event.

Artists in the hills throw open their studio doors to the public through the popular Dandenong Ranges Open Studios program.

Annually on the last weekend of May the Open Studios weekend provides an avenue for Ranges artists to showcase their work in their home studios, where their art truly comes to life in its natural environment!

The Open Studios weekend, featuring around 30 local hills artists, is one of the most anticipated events for the region's cultural calendar, attracting art minded visitors and tourists since 2004.

Dandenong Ranges Open Studios recently celebrated its seventh year with one big open weekend in May. Nearly 4000 visitors from all over Victoria journeyed through the hills, following the guidebook and map to visit hidden studios nestled amongst the tall trees of the Dandenong's.

Featuring artists working across a range of mediums - as varied as potters, wood carvers, painters, digital artists and didgeridoo makers - Open Studios is an eclectic art event set against the backdrop of this gorgeous tourism destination.

"Open Studios allows visitors to get inside the life of an artist in Yarra Ranges it's saying here is what we do, it's different, creative, unique and it's an integral part of this beautiful place" said Greg Box, Manager of Arts Culture and Heritage for the Shire of Yarra Ranges.

An easy-to-use Open Studios guidebook with touring map is available free from Burrinja and other popular tourist and art locations throughout the Hills.

For more information check out our website and follow the links to Open Studios.

Local directions

Begin your journey at Burrinja Community Cultural Centre - 351 Glenfern Road, Upwey (Cnr Matson Drive - Melways ref 75 B12). You can pick up the map and brochure here before visiting the studios hidden around the Dandenong Ranges!

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