Artist Registration
Featured image of Marcy Gregory at work.
2026 Tour Key Dates
August 3, 2026
Registration Opens
September 28, 2026
Registration Deadline
December 28, 2026
Handbook & Maps Ready for Pickup
January 22–24, 2027
Tour Dates
11AM–4PM Daily
Registration for the 2027 tour will open August 3, 2026.
Join a growing community of desert-based artists and share your creative space with the public.
Registration Details & Process
Fee
$100 – Early Bird Pricing (until September 6, 2026)
$125 – Regular Pricing (closes September 28, 2026)
$175 – Late Registration Penalty (until October 5, 2026)
Artists must register as individuals, even if sharing a studio space.
Registration Deadline
September 28, 2026
Artistic Discipline
Open to artists working in all mediums
Open to full-time and part-time artists
Registration Guideline
Read our Artist Registration Guide to help prepare for a successful submission
Registration Form
How to register
Read over the Artist Registration Guide before you begin to ensure a successful submission. Pay special attention to the guidelines around artwork and headshot submission.
Complete the online registration form. Be prepared to submit all your information, including payment, at the same time. We accept all major credit cards.
Get your email confirmation and start preparing! Check out our artist resources section to see how you can begin promoting your studio early.
Registration Form
What You'll Get
Your registration fee includes:
Handbook Feature
Listing in our printed and digital handbooks.
Tour Map Feature
Listing in our printed and digital interactive tour maps.
Web Directory Listing
Profile on our official website artists directory for a year.
Social Media Promotion
Promotion through the official Desert Open Studios social accounts.
Curation Opportunity
Opportunity to be selected for our curator partners' tours.
Resource Bank
Access to pro tips and marketing tools to help you promote your work .
Registration Form
Registration for the 2027 tour will open on August 3, 2026.
Please check back soon for the registration form.
Registration Form
Frequently Asked Questions
Who can participate in Desert Open Studios?
Artists living and/or working in the Coachella Valley and surrounding desert communities are welcome to apply. We have artists from Desert Hot Springs up to Mountain Center participate. All media are accepted.
What is the cost to participate?
The registration fee is $125 per artist, not per studio. Each artist must register individually, even if working out of a shared space.
Early registrants (before September 7) qualify for a $25 discount.
Late registration – available at the sole discretion of Desert Open Studios – will incur a late fee of $50.
When does registration open and close?
Registration for the 2027 tour opens August 3, 2026, and will close on September 28, 2026.
Can I register as a studio?
No. Artists must register individually, even if sharing a studio or exhibition space.
Can I register as a collective?
Collectives refer to a group of artists who regularly produce, exhibit, market, and sell their work as a single entity. Collectives who meet this criteria are welcome to register as a single entity.
Desert Open Studios reserve sole discretion on the determination of a collective.
What does the registration fee include?
Participating comes with many benefits!
- Printed catalogue and map listing
- Website profile and interactive map listing
- Social media mentions
- Digital artist handbook
- Printed lawn sign
- Eligibility (but not guarantee) for curated features
Do I need a traditional studio to participate?
Not necessarily. You can participate from any workspace where you can safely and meaningfully host visitors, including home studios, garages, or shared spaces.
Some galleries and curators open their space up during Desert Open Studios to host artists who do not have a publicly accessible studio. If you need some recommendations, please contact us.
What are the event dates?
The sixth annual Desert Open Studios tour will run from January 22–24, 2025.
Is there a sales commission?
No. Artists keep 100% of their sales.
How will visitors find me?
Your studio will be included on the printed event map and handbook, listed on our interactive digital map, and promoted via social media and the website.
Can I get help preparing my studio or marketing my work?
Yes! All registered artists receive access to a digital handbook with preparation tips, plus support and promotional guidance from our team. We encourage you to check our knowledge base to learn how to get the most out of your Desert Open Studios experience.
