THE STUDIO DOOR
A contemporary art gallery and creative hub connecting artists, exhibitions and community.
Open to the public Tuesday - Saturday 11 AM - 6 PM
This is a place where art is made, not just shown.
Since 2014, The Studio Door has built a reputation for recurring exhibitions that artists and audiences return to year after year. Flagship programs such as The Crow Show and PROUD+ have become annual traditions, bringing together diverse artists, collectors, and the community.
These recurring exhibitions are part of a year-round program that includes artist spotlight presentations, community-based projects, and business-to-business collaborations supported by 17 on-site artist studios and art-centered experiences that extend beyond the gallery walls.
HOPE
Exhibition: Sept 25 – Nov 6
Reception: Sat, Oct 17 • 6–9 PM
Emergence by Julie Murphy
Birdhouse (Into the Woods 1) by Troy Locker Palmer
Fertility Goddess in Gold by Mike McLaughlin
What does hope look like when an artist gives it form? Our new exhibition brings together work that finds possibility within uncertainty and reminds us that tomorrow can still be brighter. Join us to experience the artists’ distinct visions and perhaps discover a work that strengthens your own sense of hope.
Lisa Alton-Anderson • Norman Aragones • Cassidy Barnes • Pablo Ben • Simon Berson • David Blow • Loretta Bonus • Scott Bruckner • Lynda Bunnell • Michelle Camp • Michael Carini • Lance Chang • Xyryl Clark • Ira Cosmos • Jen Crenshaw • Nancy Daniels • Tommy Diethert • Roberta Dyer • Kenda Francis • Talya Gitin • Sally Hoss • Tumi Johnson • Michele Joyce • Kay Kaplan • Ananda Karabo • Carmina Keifer • Joshua Klur • Eda Lah • Elliott Linwood • Michele Little • Michiyo Matsuura • Mike McLaughlin • Joy Morgan • Julie Murphy • Darla Nyren • Teem Osborn • Troy Locker Palmer • Anna Pearson • Stephanie Pierson • Lucas Smith • Shane Stahl • Patric Stillman • Jill Sutherland • Redin Winter
2026 Exhibition Calendar
SPOTLIGHT ARTISTS
January 2 – February 13, 2026
THE CROW SHOW
February 20 – April 3, 2026
DANCE SURREALIST
Photographic Paintings by Lance Chang
April 10 – May 1, 2026
ARTSPECTRUM 2026
May 5 – June 1, 2026
Reception: Saturday, May 9 • 1–4 PM
Professional LGBTQ San Diego Artists
Collaboration with the Village Arts and Education Foundation( Balboa Park) • Gallery 21
THE NATURAL WORLD
May 8 – June 12, 2026
Reception: Saturday, May 16 • 6–9 PM
Paintings curated by Laura Green
Clay & Glass curated by Pierre Bounaud
OPEN DOORS
June 6, 2026
Special Afternoon w/Studio Artists • 1-4 PM
PROUD+
9th Annual National LGBTQ Art Exhibition
June 19 – July 31, 2026
Reception: Saturday, July 11 • 6–9 PM
In Conjunction with San Diego Pride Month
Spotlight on Drub
SPOTLIGHT ARTISTS
August 7 – September 18, 2026
Reception: Saturday, August 29 • 6–9 PM
Alla Bartoschoh • Matt Gunnell • Birdy Harrison • Laura Lehman • Chuck McPherson
Studio Artists: Raw & Refined
September 12, 2026
Special Afternoon w/Studio Artists and Regularly Exhibiting Artists • 3-6 PM
‘HOPE’
September 25 – November 6, 2026
Reception: Saturday, October 17 • 6–9 PM
LIKHANG SINING
A Celebration of Filipino Artists
with our annual Holiday Art Market
November 13 – December 23, 2026
Special Events
• November 14 Reception
• November 28 Shop Small Saturday
• December 12 Last Minute Shoppers
Featured on the Queer Calendar, connecting audiences with LGBTQ+ arts and culture.
🏳️🌈 Around Town
POIESIS QUARTET • La Jolla Music Society
October 11 • 3 PM • The Baker-Baum Concert Hall
The award-winning Poiesis Quartet, known for championing LGBTQ+ composers of color, comes to The Conrad with music by Prokofiev, Jeff Scott, Sky Macklay and Beethoven.
Visiones Nocturnas • MCASD
Now through January 17, 2027
MCASD explores queer nightlife through the work of Latine and Latin American artists. The exhibition celebrates the gathering places that have fostered visibility and belonging across generations.
Currently Lusting After...
Available Artworks from 2 exhibitions
Fourth Wall by Cassidy Barnes
The Immigrants By Simon Berson
Sacred Ground By David Blow
Standing Watch By Scott Bruckner
Where Do We Go From Here, Because I Don't Know Anymore... By Michael Carini
Breakthrough By Xyryl Clark
Birds in Paradise By Jen Crenshaw
The Family Room By Roberta Dyer
Reality Check By Talya Gitin
Come on, Aphrodite! By Michele Joyce
Hope By Ida Lah
Fertility Goddess in Gold By Mike McLaughlin
TESTIMONIALS
CELEBRATING ARTISTRY TOGETHER
The Studio Door
3867 4th Ave
San Diego, CA 92103
Gallery Hours:
Tuesday - Saturday. 11 AM - 6 PM.
or by appointment