THE STUDIO DOOR

A contemporary art gallery and creative hub connecting artists, exhibitions and community.

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.

Closing Next Week

Denise Cerro
Layered mixed media moving from figuration into abstraction.

Richard C. Ybarra
Neon photographs capturing light, energy, and urban atmosphere.

Carol Mansfield
Abstract paintings bridging nature and inner landscape.

S. M. Shifflett
Precisely rendered figures and animals with striking presence.

The Crow Show
Opens February 20

Reception March 21

An annual exhibition and longstanding San Diego tradition, The Crow Show invites artists to respond to the crow as symbol, subject and provocation. Returning year after year, the exhibition brings together diverse voices and approaches, creating an accessible yet conceptually rich experience that has become one of The Studio Door’s most anticipated programs for patrons and artists across the country. Now celebrating its 12th year.

BEYOND GALLERY WALLS

Patric Stillman + Redin Winter

Episodes

How to Start an Authentic Art Collection • EP01

Time to Let Go of the “Starving Artist” Myth • EP02 available Feb 15

Now Available

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2026 Exhibition Calendar

January 2, 2026 - February 13, 2026 SPOTLIGHT ARTISTS

February 20, 2026 - April 3, 2026 12th Annual THE CROW SHOW Saturday Reception 6 - 9 PM: March 21, 2026

April 10, 2026 - May 1, 2026 ARTIST LANCE CHANG Saturday Reception 6 - 9 PM: April 11, 2026

May 5, 2026 - June 12, 2026 ARTSPECTRUM 2026 Saturday Reception 1 - 4 PM: May 9

Collaboration with The Village Arts and Education Foundation [Balboa Park]

May 8, 2026 - June 12, 2026 THE NATURAL WORLD Saturday Reception 6 - 9 PM: May 16, 2026

Paintings curated by artist Laura Green

Clay & Glass artworks curated by artist Pierre Bounaud

as seen in Craft in America’s Celebrating American Craft 2026

June 6, 2026 * Studio Artist Night Special Event 6 - 9 PM

June 19, 2026 - July 31, 2026 8th Annual PROUD+ Saturday Reception 6 - 9 PM: July 11, 2026

Spotlight on Drub

August 7, 2026 - September 18, 2026 SPOTLIGHT ARTISTS Saturday Reception 6 - 9 PM: August 29 2026

September 12, 2026 * Studio Artist Night Special Event 6 - 9 PM

September 25, 2026 - November 6, 2026 JURIED EXHIBITION Saturday Reception 6 - 9 PM: October 17, 2026

November 13, 2026 - December 23, 2026 HOLIDAY ART MARKET Special Events: November 14, November 28 & December 12

Featured on the Queer Calendar, connecting audiences with LGBTQ+ arts and culture.

Currently Lusting After...

Available Artworks

Jimmy Wong's Golden Dragon by Richard C Ybarra

TESTIMONIALS

The importance of having spaces like The Studio Door cannot be understated. These places have become fundamental pillars for art in San Diego, not only because of their excellent reputation, but also because of their constant push for diversity.

El Latino San Diego
"We had the pleasure of meeting the owner. What a gracious host and informative art connoisseur. He gave us the 24K tour. He loves all the artists he represents. What a wonderful experience."

2023 Patron
"As always I am impressed by your vision, business acumen and tenacity. "

Victoria Hamilton, Arts & Culture Advocate
“I appreciate your support. You are a brave curator. I feel the respect. It's why I dig your gallery.”

Larry Caveney
“There are so few venues to see LGBT+ artists from all over. It's like seeing a barometer of what's going on in the community.”

Tim Weedllun
“The Studio Door is a gem - accessible and welcoming. It's not just a gallery. Venture inside and you will find a community.”

Maurice Cassidy
"How grateful I am to have a role with PROUD+. Each of our individual efforts are slowing shifting the perimeters of what the art world understands itself to be."

Jonathan D Katz, Art Historian
"Love love love the Studio Door. Wonderful art and great people!"

Beverly Goward
“You rock! I so appreciate the level of communication and professionalism!”

Monique Parker
"You are actually implementing what so many people in the arts community say is needed, but never seem to want to take the lead in doing. Good for you! "

Alan Ziter, Retired NTC Foundation Director
"The owner stopped everything he was doing, in order to help me. Now this is real and appreciated Customer Service!"

2023 Patron
"You do everything - big and small - with such elegance, care and thoughtfulness."

Yvette Deas
Thank you for creating an environment that improves our greater San Diego community, celebrates culture and diversity, and invites endless creativity for those around you."

Photographer Peter Francis
The Studio Door will forever hold a special place in my heart; you have provided me with sanctuary to nurture & expand my artistic pursuits. Your unwavering support toward countless local artists by providing them a venue to showcase but also help them thrive thru guidance is remarkable.

Artist Dennis Dizon

CELEBRATING ARTISTRY TOGETHER

The Studio Door painting by RD Riccoboni

The Studio Door

3867 4th Ave

San Diego, CA 92103

Gallery Hours:

Tuesday - Saturday. 11 AM - 6 PM.

or by appointment

Gallerist Patric Stillman

(619) 255-2867

patric@thestudiodoor.com

THE STUDIO DOOR

A contemporary art gallery and creative hub connecting artists, exhibitions and community.

This is a place where art is made, not just shown.

2026 Exhibition Calendar

Currently Lusting After...

Available Artworks

The importance of having spaces like The Studio Door cannot be understated. These places have become fundamental pillars for art in San Diego, not only because of their excellent reputation, but also because of their constant push for diversity.

"We had the pleasure of meeting the owner. What a gracious host and informative art connoisseur. He gave us the 24K tour. He loves all the artists he represents. What a wonderful experience."

"As always I am impressed by your vision, business acumen and tenacity. "

“I appreciate your support. You are a brave curator. I feel the respect. It's why I dig your gallery.”

“There are so few venues to see LGBT+ artists from all over. It's like seeing a barometer of what's going on in the community.”

“The Studio Door is a gem - accessible and welcoming. It's not just a gallery. Venture inside and you will find a community.”

"How grateful I am to have a role with PROUD+. Each of our individual efforts are slowing shifting the perimeters of what the art world understands itself to be."

"Love love love the Studio Door. Wonderful art and great people!"

“You rock! I so appreciate the level of communication and professionalism!”

"You are actually implementing what so many people in the arts community say is needed, but never seem to want to take the lead in doing. Good for you! "

"The owner stopped everything he was doing, in order to help me. Now this is real and appreciated Customer Service!"

"You do everything - big and small - with such elegance, care and thoughtfulness."

Thank you for creating an environment that improves our greater San Diego community, celebrates culture and diversity, and invites endless creativity for those around you."

The Studio Door will forever hold a special place in my heart; you have provided me with sanctuary to nurture & expand my artistic pursuits. Your unwavering support toward countless local artists by providing them a venue to showcase but also help them thrive thru guidance is remarkable.

CELEBRATING ARTISTRY TOGETHER

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