Attracting more guests to visit you during the 2026 Austin Studio Tour starts with describing yourself and what makes your art and space unique. Imagine someone flipping through the Guidebook—what will make you stand out? Attendees will be exploring and favoriting profiles that interest them, so your job is to make it easier for them to find you. Follow our guide to write an outstanding description!
The Prompt
In 3-4 sentences, describe yourself/your group and your work.*
This is your time to shine! Write about yourself, your art and show people why they should come see you!
Here’s what to include:
- 3–4 concise, conversational sentences (up to 600 characters)
- What is your work about?
- What motivates you to create?
- What materials and processes do you use?
Pro-tip: Use the writing you already have! Look at past bios, statements and on your website or social media and start there.
Here is an example from paper artist Amanda Witucki—a paper magician, and a past Austin Studio Tour artist:
“I am an artist living the dream in Austin, Texas. I have been creating my whole life, but I finally found my place as an artist through the medium of paper. To create my art, I am both scientist and magician: combining precision and repetition with whimsy and color.”
The Formula
Let’s this break this down.
1. Introduce yourself
- I’m a [medium] artist with [years of experience] that specializes in [type of artwork].
- Example: “For 10 years, I’ve been specializing in mixed media, specifically combining found objects from parks I visit around Austin.”
2. Describe what type of work you create and how you create it
- I create [type of art] through [materials.]
- Example: “I create large scale installations from weaving together shells, leaves, branches and reusable wire.”
3. Describe the theme, concepts or ideas that motivate you to make art
- I focus on [materials/concepts] to explore [theme].
- Example: “I focus on found objects to explore how nature informs and inspires my art process.”
4. Mention your most recent project that is either completed or in progress
- I am currently working on [project] to [goal].
- Example: “I am currently working on a series of 3D paintings to celebrate the beauty of my neighborhood.”
The Template
Use the following as a template to write a quick and compelling artist statement. Remember to write it in first person.
As a [type of artist], my body of work combines ___ and ___ to explore themes of ___. My work is inspired by ___ because for me there is nothing more important than ___. You can see this in my work from my use of ___ and ___ to create a feeling of ___. I’ve recently been working on ___.
Final Quick Tips
- Don’t confuse you audience with fancy language—write like you speak!
- Avoid overused or cliche words
- Be confident! No “I hope to…” or “I am trying to…” Own it!
- Connect what you’re doing with why you’re doing it in a clear, conversational way
Make your statement as unique as your art!
