THE STUDIO DOOR
A contemporary art gallery and creative hub connecting artists, exhibitions and community.
Open to the public Tuesday - Saturday 1 1 AM - 6 PM
Special Hours 11 - 6 this Sunday for Hillcrest’s CITYFEST
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.
SPOTLIGHT ARTISTS
August 7 – September 18, 2026
Reception: Saturday, August 29 • 6–9 PM
The Studio Door's Spotlight Artist series is a focused small-group exhibition program that gives a select group of local artists the space to present a more substantial body of work than is typically possible in larger juried exhibitions. As the second Spotlight Artist exhibition of 2026, the exhibition encourages visitors to explore each artist's individual style, creative process and artistic voice through a cohesive presentation of their work.
Alla Bartoschoh • Matt Gunnell • Birdy Harrison • Laura Lehman • Chuck McPherson
OPPORTUNITIES AT THE STUDIO DOOR
HOPE is a juried exhibition of visual arts running September 25 – November 6, 2026, produced by The Studio Door.
Reception on October 17 • 6 - 9 PM
The world doesn't need another headline. It needs a little more optimism.
HOPE is The Studio Door's invitation to Southern California artists to create work that someone will choose to live with because it reminds them that tomorrow can be brighter than today.
Together, let's shine a light on the path forward.
What gives you hope?
Entries are now open.
OTHER OPPORTUNITIES
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
OPEN DOORS
September 12, 2026
Special Afternoon w/Studio Artists • 1-4 PM
‘HOPE’
September 25 – November 6, 2026
Reception: Saturday, October 17 • 6–9 PM
LIKHA
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.
Currently Lusting After...
Available Artworks from 2 exhibitions
Let It Out by Birdy Harrison
Unexpected Goodbye by Matt Gunnell
Touch by Alla Bartoschoh
Ruth byLaura Lehman
Ganja in the Key of G by Chuck McPherson
Still Strong by Birdy Harrison
Universal Translation by Matt Gunnell
Three Sisters by Alla Bartoschoh
America's Cup Holder by Chuck McPherson
Seashell 2 by Laura Lehman
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