7 + 8 November 2026

Open Studios +
Organisations
Open Day
Weekend 

Step inside the studios of Canberra’s makers and discover the creative practices of local craftspeople, designers, artists and arts organisations.

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Explore the interactive map to discover all participating Open Studios across Canberra and the surrounding region — click on any pin to find out more about the artist and their studio, or browse the full program below.


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ANCA Mitchell

7 November 2026 | Mixed Media

Explore ANCA Mitchell's working studios and discover a vibrant showcase of original artworks and handmade pieces by resident artists, artisans and designers — with food and drinks on offer throughout the day.

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ANCA Dickson

7 November 2026 | Mixed Media

Wander through ANCA's working studios to meet artists, artisans and designers across a wide range of media, with original artworks and handmade pieces available for purchase and food and drinks on offer throughout the day.

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SoA&D Design Hub

7 November 2026 | Mixed Media | Design

Step inside the ANU School of Art and Design's Design Hub to explore student and staff experiments spanning speculative fashion, digital fabrication, experimental drawing and habitat design — with demonstrations and conversations throughout the day.

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Kaye Pemberton

7 November 2026 | Ceramics

Watch wheel-throwing demonstrations and browse handcrafted bowls, mugs and vases at Kaye Pemberton's backyard studio, featuring her signature porcelain domestic ware.

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Kirstin Guenther

7 + 8 November 2026 | Mixed Media + Textiles

Browse Kirstin Guenther's light-filled studio for handmade textiles, lampshades and artworks inspired by the natural world, perfect for Christmas gifting.

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Julie Bradley + Akie Haga

7 + 8 November 2026 | Glass + Mixed Media

Visit the joint studio of Julie Bradley and Akie Haga, showcasing abstract mixed-media paintings alongside flameworked glass jewellery and sculptural works.

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Michele Grimston

7 + 8 November 2026 | Textiles

Join Michele Grimston's meditative textile studio for demonstrations, a studio sale and a hands-on stitching circle where visitors can learn twining and coiling techniques.

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Fran Romano + Camille Kersley

7 November 2026 | Ceramics

Visit Fran Romano and Camille Kersley's working inner-city studio for a market-style stall and studio sale, featuring ceramic and printmaking works alongside a hands-on clay-making opportunity.

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Josephine Townsend

7 + 8 November 2026 | Ceramics

Browse Josephine Townsend's garden studio for handmade tableware, jewellery and her distinctive nerikomi porcelain pieces, plus a bargain table perfect for Christmas gift shopping.

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Lelde Vitols

7 + 8 November 2026 | Mixed Media + Textiles

Step into Lelde Vitols' home studio for nature-inspired textiles, photography and prints, with select artist card packs sold to support humanitarian aid for Ukraine.

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Karen Lee | ANCA Dickson

7 November 2026 | Northside | Fashion + Textiles

Visit Karen Lee's studio at ANCA Dickson to see thoughtfully crafted garments in progress, with completed designs from her slow, sustainable fashion label available for purchase.

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Julie Ryder

7 + 8 November 2026 | Textiles

Discover Julie Ryder's hand-printed and naturally dyed fabrics, created in her studio and dye garden, with live demonstrations and exhibition-quality works available throughout the day.

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Judy WItherdin

7 + 8 November 2026 | Glass

Explore Judy Witherdin's gallery and open garden for fused glass platters, bowls and lampworked jewellery, with live glass mosaicing demonstrations throughout the day.

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Sarit Cohen

7 + 8 November 2026 | Ceramics

Step behind the blue fence into Sarit Cohen's porcelain studio for new and existing works, plus a rare sneak preview of pieces in development for an upcoming exhibition.

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