We couldn’t run the program without the generous support of the following organisations:
Major Sponsors:
Sticks Yarra Valley
We are so pleased to have the support of one of the regions most innovative wineries.
Sticks are the hosts for the hub of the 2009 Open Studios program, the Group Exhibition.
Sticks Cellar Door is located just one hour from Melbourne and its a must-see, offering unforgettable views of the Yarra Valley.
Yarra Ranges Council
The Yarra Ranges Council is pleased to be involved in partnership with the Yarra Valley Open Studios. [more]
Supporting Sponsors:
RACVClub
Nestled in the foothills of the Great Dividing Range and only 75 minutes drive from Melbourne, RACV Healesville Country Club provides members and their guests with the perfect Yarra Valley retreat.
Mt Rael Retreat
Mt Rael is a contemporary styled retreat perched high on a mountaintop that boasts unparalleled views of the glorious Yarra Valley. Mt Rael features boutique accommodation filled with designer furniture, original retro pieces and funky objects d’art far removed from the olde worlde style of yesteryear.
Country Life Publishing
Celebrate country life in regional Victoria with Country Life Publishing. In our magazines Gippsland Country Life and Yarra Valley and Ranges Country Life we showcase the unique food and wine, people, places, gardens, premium real estate and art and culture of each region. Find out what is happening in the regional equestrian scene and who’s who in our social pages.
Proudly supporting the arts as a sponsor of Yarra Valley Open Studios!
The Gilded Lily
The Gilded Lily provides a space in the tourist town of Healesville, Yarra Valley, where it sells unique European Vintage clothing, whilst also supporting local designers sharing the values of recycling and hand made products. It also prides itself in being a vibrant coffee lounge serving organic and fair trade teas and coffees.
Within the heritage building another space is offered for uprising artists! “The Gilded Lily” delights its self in also being an “Art Space”. The funky atmosphere invites passionate and quirky art, complimenting the ambience of the store. With the introduction of every new artist, on a two month rotation, The Gilded Lily hosts incredibly innovative ”Opening Exhibitions” in celebration of each new genre! If you find the opportunity to attend one of these events, you’ll surely awaken all of the senses; palate, auditory, visual and more!
As “ The Gilded Lily” seeks to contribute to the ever growing art scene in the Valley and in celebration of the Yarra Valley “Open Studios”, over the two weekends The Gilded Lily will open their NEW coffee lounge/balcony area with the chance for visitors to see incredible artists at work! So stop in for some amazing organic coffee, see some “Live Art” in our groovy upstairs coffee lounge, collect your Open Studios booklet and begin your art trek through the valley with us!