This free annual event has celebrated the region’s increasingly diverse and vibrant arts community, offering visitors the rare opportunity to step inside private studios, meet artists and see works in progress. From painters, potters and printmakers to textile artists, timber craftspeople, illustrators, photographers and installation artists, Open Studios invites art lovers to explore an extraordinary range of creative practices from Busselton to Augusta.
Now the largest event of its kind in Australia, Margaret River Region Open Studios is one of our most favourite events and waves shared some of our favourite artists below. Take the backroads, discover where local artists live and work, and enjoy a day or two exploring the region at a slower pace. Gather a group of friends, plan your own studio trail or speak with our Reservations team for assistance with your stay. Smiths Beach Resort is proud to support this much-loved regional event and would be delighted to provide a luxurious beachside base for your Open Studios escape.
Christian Fletcher
As Western Australia’s most successful landscape photographers, Christian’s gallery is filled with awe-inspiring photographs, along with the added bonus of the extraordinary collaborative exhibition in the gallery with 24 other MRROS. Studio location: Dunsborough. Studio location: Dunsborough.
Jolene Hewison
Jolene’s work as a ceramic artist (River Ceramics) is explorative and diverse. Using a variety of materials, you will find both highly decorative artistic pieces and sculpture, alongside elegant, functional homewares. Studio location: Cowaramup.
Martine Perret
After a career in UN peacekeeping, Martine dedicates her time capturing the essence of Western Australia, with a particular emphasis on aerial photography, showcasing a new collection of stunning landscapes and unique perspectives. Studio location: Cowaramup
Marcelle Egberts
Marcelle’s large abstract paintings are a reflection of the colours, textures and feelings evoked from being immersed in nature and a love of being in the ocean. Studio Location: Gnarabup
Sam James
A contemporary realist painter and award winning artist Sam works in a loose painterly style. Through observation he focuses on colour, pattern and mood in his work. He works across still life, portrait and landscape. Studio location: Cowaramup.
Sue Briggs
With an art practice spanning over 45 years, Sue’s work reflects an abstract landscape aesthetic whilst depicting a sense of place using mixed media, collage and colour. A love of ocean swimming is often referenced within her palette. Studio location: Prevelly.
Dawid Brzezinski
Dawid is a third-generation European contemporary jeweller and artist, founder of Mirandum Jewellery, creating exclusive, one-of-a-kind pieces inspired by nature, history of art, and organic forms. Studio location: Dunsborough.
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To view the full Open Studios 2026 program and start mapping your trail, click here. To book your accommodation, click here or call our reservations team on +61 (0) 8 9750 1200.
