We open doors to the vibrant art community in Arlington, VA

AVAST is more than just a studio tour — It’s an organization dedicated to sharing the richness and diversity of visual arts in our community. Mark your calendar for the 2024 tour, September 21 and 22!

Artist Registration is now open for the 7th Annual Studio Tour!

  • The Tour

    The AVAST tour is held on a fall weekend each year, and offers participants the extraordinary opportunity to connect with dozens of artists in their studio environments over two days. Printed tour guides are available at art galleries, libraries, and sponsors locations before the tour.

  • Register

    Registration is now open to artist of all media with spaces for making art in Arlington, VA. AVAST artists will welcome the public to their studio on Sept 21 or 22 (depending on zip code), with the added benefit of joining a welcoming community of artists.

  • AVAST Sponsors

    Our Artists

    In 2023, 49 artists opened their studios at 25 sites. Our artists include painters, photographers, sculptors, printmakers, ceramists, and more. See examples of their work and learn about them on the Artist Directory.

Many thanks to our 2023 Blue Chip, Patron, and Collector sponsors