San Diego’s

Premier Art Gallery

Creating The World

You Want To Live In

Since 2014

• Art Gallery

• Artist Studios

• First Thursdays Monthly Neighborhood Art Fair

• Artist Receptions

• Creative Mentoring

2024 San Diego Tourism Accelerator Recipient

April 2024 • KSDY50 News Interview

10th Anniversary Exhibition and Celebration

May 2 - 2, 2024

Celebration: Saturday - May 18 from 2 - 5 PM

Now in the Gallery

“The Studio Door has become known for being a gallery that revels in artistic diversity. Many art galleries will focus on a small staple of artists or specialize in one art form; that was never my goal. I wanted to see a space where artists can explore their untapped potential, whether it's in a traditional form of painting, an eclectic installation, or an exploration of high concepts. In addition to quality, freedom of expression is paramount.”

- Patric Stillman

Celebrating a Decade of Artistic Excellence with Ten Trailblazing Artists

Hyacinthe Baron
Patrick N. Brown
Miguel Camacho-Padilla
Kenda Francis
Brian Hicks
Maxx Moses
Andrea Overturf
Nancy Plank
Cassandra Schramm
Chris Smith

In Memory of Artist Evelyn Loss

July 10, 1944 — April 9, 2024

To all who knew her, Evelyn will be remembered for her creativity, her kindness

and generosity, but above all else, she will be remembered for her sense of humor and laughter.

Currently Lusting After..

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Painting with The Masters Workshop Series

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10th Anniversary Exhibition & Celebration...Doors open tomorrow!

Just 2 days away from the opening exhibition that acts as a focal point for our 10th anniversary.  While we plan to celebrate all year long, we just want to stop in our tracks and say THANK YOU!  

The thrill of the past ten years is the so

Did you know that The Studio Door uses Pinterest to document our activities?  Here is one of the first posts using Pinterest in 2014 when Patric Stillman met with San Diego's Key Arts leaders to discuss plans for The Studio Door's launch.

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In 2014, The Studio Door opened as a gallery with working studios that encouraged diversity among its art and its artists. It has built a local reputation for being resilient in the face of change and as a vibrant conduit for mid-career and professi

Last Call for Artistic Alchemy: Abstract Innovations
Ends today - April 27

Curated by The Studio Door's studio artist Kevin Winger, the gallery places the spotlight on 8 abstract innovators. Abstract art emerged in the late 19th and early 20th centu

MIGUEL CAMACHO PADILLA - Figurative Painter:

Miguel Angel Camacho-Padilla, a bi-national Mexican-born artist, explores themes of self-identity and masculinity through his palette knife oil paintings. Blending traditional elements with contemporary p

BRIAN HICKS - Ceramicist:

Transitioning from a career in TV legal to pursue his passion in ceramic art, Brian Hicks creates visually stunning pieces influenced by modernist and cubist artists. His intricate work, primarily in stoneware, reflects a b

With Repeating: Just moments away from the opening exhibition that acts as a focal point for our 10th anniversary. While we plan to celebrate all year long, we just want to stop in our tracks and say THANK YOU!

The thrill of the past ten years is

TESTIMONIALS

"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 celebrates diversity, inclusion and equality by providing a welcoming, supportive and safe environment for all its artists. The Studio Door is gay-owned and operated.

San Diego’s

Premier Art Gallery

Creating The World

You Want To Live In

Since 2014

Currently Lusting After..

Painting with The Masters Workshop Series

FEATURED ARTICLES

OUR STORY

VISUAL ARTISTS

BUILD YOUR COLLECTION

HILLCREST DAY TRIP

ART EXHIBITIONS

LGBTQ+ REPRESENTATION

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"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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