October 2-4, 2026 Friday, Saturday & Sunday
A self-guided tour of working art studios in Central WI.
Be a Hidden Studios guest Artist
The Hidden Studios Art Tour is a juried, studio-based event showcasing high-quality, diverse fine art in Central Wisconsin. Visitors meet artists, experience working studios, and purchase artwork directly from the source.
Artist Application Deadline — Friday, December 5, 2025
2026 Hidden Studios Application
2026 Hidden Studios Application
2026 Hidden Studios Application
Application Overview
Each year, the Hidden Studios Steering Committee invites a limited number of new Guest Artists and Guest Studios to keep the tour balanced, diverse, and high quality. To be considered, submit this application and all required materials by the deadline below.
online application.
2026 Hidden Studios Application
2026 Hidden Studios Application
No application fee to apply for 2026.
- Resume or Artist Bio
- Artist Statement
- 6–10 Images of Artwork (JPEG or PNG)
Guest Artist Application
Tour Dates: October 2–4, 2026 • October 1–3, 2027
Application Deadline: Friday, December 5, 2025
Guest Artist Requirements
2026 Hidden Studios Application
Guest Artist Requirements
- Commit to two consecutive years of participation (2026 and 2027).
- Pay a $325 booth fee each year (subject to slight annual adjustment).
- Provide 6-10 high-resolution images
- Be present for the entire tour weekend and share your process with guests (demos encouraged).
- Promote the tour via your social media, mailing list, and professional networks.
- Provide your own indoor display system.
"Your community of people and friends was great to get to know and share some time with. Living and working in an area where people come together for the greater good, spirituality, and fun is the best of all worlds."
— Linda Sheard, porcelain artist
