2009 New! More! Better!
If you’re an art collector, historic neighborhood aficionado, budding artist, or simply someone who appreciates and supports San Antonio’s unique art scene, mark your calendar now for the 9th Olmos Park Terrace Uptown Art Stroll.
Fifty-one artists at 19 locations– a record number for this annual event – will be exhibiting Nov. 7 – 8 for a celebration of imagination and creativity. There’s something for everyone with artwork such as paintings, ceramics, mosaics, drawings, cut paper, printmaking, photography, bead weaving, handmade paper, metals, handmade tiles, jewelry, woodcarving, painted furniture, and wearable art.
Also, on Sunday, there will be a Hot Glass Demonstration at 5331 Howard St. Check out the artist here.
Art lovers can visit with members of this San Antonio art community and talk with some of their favorite local artists, see works in progress, purchase finished pieces and view artists’ demonstrations on a self-guided tour through this historic neighborhood. It’s an exciting, fun, and free two-day art event you won’t forget.
Olmos Park Terrace is centrally located between McCullough and San Pedro avenues, south of Basse Road and north of Hildebrand. A map of artists’ studios is available here for download or you can find participating artists by finding the purple and yellow balloons out front of each location.
The Olmos Park Terrace Uptown Art Stroll will be held Saturday, Nov. 7 from 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.; and Sunday, Nov. 8, from noon – 5 p.m. Parking is available throughout the neighborhood.
Why Come to the UpTown Art Stroll?
The Uptown Art Stroll is a free two day art stroll through three charming San Antonio communities visiting some of San Antonio's most exciting artists. Nov. 7th 10-5pm and Nov. 8th 1-5pm.
- To encourage people to visit quaint, historic neighborhoods in San Antonio.
- To promote and support local artists in your community.
- Speak with artists and get to know more about their inspirations.
- See where some of San Antonio's best artists live and work.
- Surprise your friends and family with unique gifts for the holidays.
- Enjoy a great day outside touring a historic San Antonio neighborhood.
What is the UpTown Art Stroll?
The Uptown Art Stroll is a free two day art stroll through a charming San Antonio community visiting some of San Antonio's most exciting artists. Once, a year the private studios of San Antonio's best artists are open for you and your family!
Enjoy a fall day with friends while you experience a world of imagination and creation. Discover how artists have carved out their working spaces... many in their homes. Sculptors...painters... jewelers...woodworkers...paper and fiber artists. See works in progress, purchase finished pieces and view artist demonstrations on your self-guided tour.
Meeting Tomorrow!
Help us get ready for the 2009 UpTown Art Stoll. The meeting will be at the residence of Marcia Loew and Jorge Garza- 232 Wildwood at 10:30 am August 1, 2009.