GDL Art Crawl & Studio Tour Visit

This tour takes you behind closed doors to discover Guadalajara's thriving art scene! The places we visit are off-the-beaten-path, hidden gems, including artist studios and private galleries/showrooms, where you will meet local artists (both emerging and established), and have the chance to chat with them, see what they're working on, and learn more about what makes Guadalajara an incredible arts destination. This tour is a must-do for (contemporary) art collectors, artists, and art lovers!

What we do on each tour is subject to change, depending on artists’ availability, and which galleries have exhibitions on. You can count on visiting:

-3+ smaller / lesser-known galleries
-3+ artist studios (not open to the general public)
-Street art / graffiti murals
-Perhaps a special surprise… Remember, what's happening in the local art scene is always changing, and temporary events/exhibitions/bazaars/etc. pop up regularly!

Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product

Stop At: Guadalajara, Guadalajara, Guadalajara Metropolitan Area

1) Cup Cafe - We start at this small cafe, owned by a talented local painter who also uses the cafe as his studio. Guests are welcome to get a hot or cold coffee or tea to start things off as we chat with the artist.

Duration: 15 minutes

Stop At: Guadalajara, Guadalajara, Guadalajara Metropolitan Area

2) Sepia Gallery - This gallery opened in 2022 and frequently changes over exhibitions by talented local artists, both established and emerging. A young local sculptor also has his studio here, and we get the chance to chat with him about his work.

Duration: 20 minutes

Stop At: Guadalajara, Guadalajara, Guadalajara Metropolitan Area

3) Unnamed Gallery - This private gallery opened in mid-2023, and is not open to the general public. It hosts over 100 works by dozens of the greatest local artists, as well as a very cool antiques collection. And there are always beers waiting for us in the fridge!

Duration: 20 minutes

Stop At: Guadalajara, Guadalajara, Guadalajara Metropolitan Area

4) Taller Grafica Abierta - At this studio, dozens of talented artists from Guadalajara (and beyond) produces prints (linocuts, serigraphs, drypoint etchings, lithographs, etc.). The studio artists also travel to villages around Jalisco where they hold workshops for children, and the kids' works can be viewed at the studio. This is an amazing spot with an overwhelming variety of prints!

Duration: 25 minutes

Stop At: Guadalajara, Guadalajara, Guadalajara Metropolitan Area

5) La Bodega - This hidden warehouse-style studio is home to an amazing young female ceramics artist, as well as one of the city's top painters. Both artists and their assistants are thrilled to be able to describe their processes to guests.

Duration: 15 minutes

Stop At: Guadalajara, Guadalajara, Guadalajara Metropolitan Area

6) Stop for Refreshments - By this point we've already seen a TON of amazing art and done a fair amount of walking. It's a good moment to make a quick stop at a shop to pick up any refreshments guests may want (beers, cocktails-in-a-can, water, juice, pop, snacks - all are included in the price of the tour).

Duration: 5 minutes

Stop At: Guadalajara, Guadalajara, Guadalajara Metropolitan Area

7) Taller Casa Gato - This is another hidden studio, where two painters work in a range of styles. We enjoy our refreshments while chatting with them and viewing their art.

Duration: 20 minutes

Stop At: Guadalajara, Guadalajara, Guadalajara Metropolitan Area

8) Estudio Pulse - This small studio is where one of Guadalajara's most ambitious young artists works (mostly doing painting, but recently he has started exploring ceramics and other media). Guests will be fascinated by his explanations of the meaning behind his works.

Duration: 15 minutes

Stop At: Guadalajara, Guadalajara, Guadalajara Metropolitan Area

9) No Somos Nada - Guests often say that we "saved the best for last"! This hidden spot, which is usually our last stop) has an art gallery and studio spaces for 7 of the most energetic and creative young local artists. They are always excited to tell guests about their work. Don't be surprised if a party is already getting started in No Somos Nada around the time that we visit... if so, you will be invited to stay for the fun!

Duration: 30 minutes

Pass By: Guadalajara, Guadalajara, Guadalajara Metropolitan Area

*What we do on each tour is subject to change, depending on artists’ availability, and which galleries have exhibitions on. Sometimes we are unable to visit certain galleries or studios. Sometimes we will visit additional galleries or studios that are not usually on our route, for instance if a special event is happening. Please feel free to send a message when you book telling us if you are looking for a particular type of art, and we will do our best to tailor the tour to your preferences.

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For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.