Hundreds of artists have exhibited at Artists Open Houses. The festival offers an unparallelled opportunity for artists and makers to open their houses and studios, providing art lovers the opportunity to browse and buy original artwork direct.

We have gathered advice from some of the artists who have already participated to help you get the best from your open house.

If you would like to share some advice, drop us a line at [email protected]

 -> “Each time we open, the way we run it and the artists we show evolves and never fails to surprise me.”

Emma Troy of Polish & Pin talks about the evolution of an Open House and how to make it work with family life. 

 ->”As well as exhibiting your art work Artists Open Houses is your chance to offer more than just an exhibition. “

Elizabeth Anne Norris shares her advice

 ->”I like to work with words. My ideas usually come from poetry or books.”

Jonny Hannah talks about his work and his experience at AOH

 ->”Almost as soon as one festival finishes we start planning the next one.”

How to sell like a pro – advice from AOH participants

In this section:

• Open Houses and family life by Emma Troy of Polish & Pin
• Jewellery designer Elizabeth Anne Norris shares her advice
• Jonny Hannah talks illustration, pop culture and when he learnt the art of a bowtie
• Advice for House Openers: How to sell like a pro
• Jo Riddell: Voice of Experience
• HOUSE PROUD – PART 2
• HOUSE PROUD – PART 1
• How Artists Open Houses inspired one artist to turn her home into the work of art