The I Street Art Studios is the oldest continually operating art venue in Sacramento. The studios formed as the Sacramento art scene blossomed in the 70’s, grew in the 80’s and emerged as a great block party in the early 2000’s. For at least 40 years the Studios has nurtured artists and given them a home for their work. Studio artists donned their masks during covid, kept working, and the space has continued as a home for emerging and established artists who are willing to share their love of the arts every Second Saturday.
The Art Studios is located down the narrow path between Bambi Restaurant and The Tattoo Shop. The large building houses a large gallery/workspace and 4 associated “studios” which are home to 18 resident artists. The Studios are rented individually and the gallery room is used as shared work space during the month except for 2nd Saturdays when the Studios participate in 2nd Saturday art-walk and are open between 2 pm and 8 pm. Each 2nd Saturday the Studios hosts a new show in the gallery and the individual studios are open for visitors enjoyment. The Studios are open on 2nd Saturdays year round and at infrequent other times for special shows and event. Information about shows and events can be found on the website and on Facebook and Instagram.
Currently, The Art Studios operates as a collection of individuals who share space and a strong interest in art. Soon, the resident artists will consider the option of becoming a not-for-profit Cooperative so that the building can support a wider variety of art related events.
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Location
The Art Studios
1727 I Street
Sacramento, Ca 95811