In a neighbourhood known both as Ottawa’s “Arts District” and “Gastro Alley”, the West End Studio Tour is one of the longest-running studio tours in the region. Hailing back to 1994, the WEST has always been a free tour that is cooperatively organized and juried by the artists themselves.

The artist collective has evolved into a dynamic group who love their trade and warmly invite you to experience their latest creations and the unique environments in which they create them. The tour is a rare opportunity for art-lovers to leave the echo of the gallery and, instead, visit spaces where artists use their inspiration to form various media into rich visual displays for your pleasure. With an ever-growing roster of talent in our community, you might be surprised to discover some of the creativity happening just steps away.