We have updated the registration form for 2027. Please read all details carefully as some details are new!
YOUR IMAGES AND INFO
-Images must be 300 DPI, and at least 1200 pixels on the widest dimension.
-Entry Thingy will not upload an image that does not meet the criteria.
-Please submit bright, clear images that represent your artwork.
-Images submitted will be used online to promote LOS.
Your name and medium will appear in the artist directory as entered, so please check spelling and capitalization. Use standard capitalization for your name, such as “John Smith,” rather than all lowercase or ALL CAPITALS.
List your medium succinctly and capitalize the first word and any proper nouns, as in “Oil painting” or “Ceramics and mixed media.” Please list your medium only; save detailed descriptions of your work for your artist statement. It will appear on maps and online exactly as you type it in.
FEES AND DEADLINES
$55 Individual Artist Early Registration, ends February 11, 2027
$80 Individual Artist Regular Registration, ends March 31, 2027
$150 Gallery representing multiple artists
No applications will be accepted after midnight, March 31, 2027. The registration fee covers promotion, regional advertising, and listing your studio on both the LOS website, our online map and a printed map of studio locations. Application fees are not refundable.
Galleries are represented on the LOS site and map using your gallery logo or one representative image you provide us.
PAYMENTS
Pay registration fees via credit card using the PayPal link at the bottom of the form under "Additional Information". (You do not need a PayPal account.)
Or send a check payable to Lexington Open Studios with your registration id written on the front to: Judith Cooper, 9 Jean Road, Lexington, MA 02421
COMMUNITY SPACE
If you are not exhibiting at a home studio in Lexington, you may exhibit at one of our Community Spaces: The Munroe Center for The Arts or LexArt.
New this year: As Community Space is limited, placement in a community space will be first-come first served.
LexArt Placement. LexArt can accommodate 16 artists. Priority will be given to current LexArt Members.
We will confirm your Community Space Assignment after registration.
YOU AGREE
Each artist agrees that s/he:
- lives or works in Lexington or is affiliated with the Lexington arts or neighboring arts community.
- is responsible for insurance coverage for property, artwork, visitor injury liability, etc. during LOS. S/he shall indemnify and hold harmless Lexington Open Studios and the owner of any host site for any claims of injury or other damage caused to artwork or the premises.
- will supply all needed fixtures for display of artwork, including a tent or canopy for outdoor venues. Some tables may be available from the venue where you are assigned to exhibit.
- will be present in his/her space for the duration of Open Studios or organize a studio sitter.
-will actively promote the open studios event by sharing with their network via social media, word of mouth or email.
-your email will be added to the Lexington Open Studios email list to informed of Lexington Open Studios updates and information
Lexington Open Studios is an all volunteer effort. Please join us by contacting us at
[email protected].
