Still Time to Catch Camano’s Studio Tour
The long-running island art event returns for its encore weekend May 17-18
By Seattle Mag May 14, 2025
This article originally appeared in the May/June 2025 issue of Seattle magazine.
If you’re up for a scenic drive and love discovering art where it’s made, the Camano Island Studio Tour is worth the trip.
Now in its 26th year, what began as a 14-venue event listed on a single sheet of paper has evolved into one of the North Puget Sound’s most beloved art experiences.
If you missed opening weekend earlier this month, there’s still time. The Camano Island Studio Tour returns for an encore May 17-18, with local artists opening their studios to the public from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. each day.
The tour — sponsored by the Camano Arts Association — features artworks in a variety of media, including paintings, sculpture, textiles, ceramics, jewelry, leather and woodworking, and hand-blown and fused glass. It’s a perfect way to experience Camano Island’s creative spirit, lush landscapes and serene coastlines.
Several original artists from the first tour still participate, including Jack Gunter — known for his egg tempera and mixed-media paintings; Marc Boutte (blown glass and ceramic pieces); and Karla Matzke, owner of Matzke Fine Art Gallery and Sculpture Park.
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