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

Exterior view of an art gallery named 'The Studio Door' with glass windows displaying color swatches and art supplies, set against a large rainbow pride flag background, with the word 'PROUD+' in the bottom right corner.

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.

A smiling older man with white hair, glasses, and a white beard and mustache, wearing a colorful patterned jacket against a pastel gradient background.

Gallerist Patric Stillman

An art gallery with various paintings and sculptures, white display panels, and a sitting area with black chairs.

SPOTLIGHT ARTISTS

Closes September 18, 2026

A painting of three nude women with their arms raised, set against a warm, abstract background.

Silhouette of a person in a space suit reaching upward, with a bird flying above and geometric circles around them.

A painting of a marina with boats docked at a wooden pier, large construction crane, and cloudy sky overhead.

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 Bartoshchuk • Matt Gunnell • Birdy Harrison • Laura Lehman • Chuck McPherson

HOPE

Exhibition: Sept 25 – Nov 6
Reception: Sat, Oct 17 • 6–9 PM

Emergency 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.

Ananda Karabo • Anna Pearson • Carmina Keifer • Cassidy Barnes • Darla Nyren • David Blow • Eda Lah • Elliott Linwood • Iryna Bershadska • Janet Levy • Jen Crenshaw • Jill Sutherland • Joshua Klur • Joy Morgan • Julie Murphy • Kay Kaplan • Kenda Francis • Lance Chang • Lisa Alton-Anderson • Loretta Bonus • Lucas Smith • Michael Carini • Michele Joyce • Michele Little • Michelle Camp • Michiyo Matsuura • Mike McLaughlin • Nancy Daniels • Norman Aragones • Pablo Ben • Redin Winter • Roberta Dyer • Sally Hoss • Scott Bruckner • Shane Stahl • Simon Berson • Stephanie Pierson • Talya Gitin • Teem Osborn • Tommy Diethert • Troy Locker Palmer • Tumi Johnson • Xyryl Clark

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.

Currently Lusting After...

Available Artworks from 2 exhibitions

Ganja in the Key of G by Chuck McPherson

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.

SPOTLIGHT ARTISTS

Closes September 18, 2026

Alla Bartoshchuk • Matt Gunnell • Birdy Harrison • Laura Lehman • Chuck McPherson

HOPE

Exhibition: Sept 25 – Nov 6Reception: Sat, Oct 17 • 6–9 PM

2026 Exhibition Calendar

SPOTLIGHT ARTISTS

THE CROW SHOW

DANCE SURREALIST

ARTSPECTRUM 2026

THE NATURAL WORLD

OPEN DOORS

PROUD+

SPOTLIGHT ARTISTS

Studio Artists: Raw & Refined

‘HOPE’

LIKHANG SINING

Currently Lusting After...

Available Artworks from 2 exhibitions

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

©2026 The Studio Door. All Rights Reserved.

Exhibition: Sept 25 – Nov 6
Reception: Sat, Oct 17 • 6–9 PM