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Registering for DOS 2013


Registration for DOS 2013 is now open! It is important that all participants complete and return their registration form and payment by Thursday 28th February 2013. We cannot guarantee late applicants will be accepted.

If you have any queries about Devon Open Studios contact Claire McLaughlin.

Download and print off a DOS 2013 Registration Form

Download and print off important information about taking part in DOS 2013

All participating artists must be members of Devon Artist Network. If you are not a member and wish to take part in future events, print off the form below and post it to us.

Download and print off a Devon Artist Network Membership Form

Sample Layouts

If you are considering which might be the best image to use for your event guide entry, take a look at these sample entry types from previous years, they'll give you an idea of how your finished entry might look depending on the size and shape you choose.

sample entry 1
sample entry 2
sample entry 3
sample entry 5

Resources for 2013 Exhibiting Artists will be updated and available here nearer the event:


In the meantime, if you are considering taking part in 2013, you may find useful the following resources from last year:

Guidance Notes for Participants 2012

Guidance, hints and tips on running your studio, safety measures, how to put up signage. Documents are downloadable below.

Flyers and Posters

Download : DOS 2012 A5 Flyer you can print off at home

Download: DOS 2012 A4 poster you can print off at home

Download : DOS 2012 A5 Flyers you can add your own details to, and print off at home

Download : DOS 2012 A4 Poster you can add your own details to, and print off at home

Download  A Word Document containing jpegs you can use to design your own posters

Useful Information and Resources 2012

Download the Countdown to the Event. A checklist of things to do before you open your studio.

Download the Artist's Information Sheet. This contains general advice on running an open studio, attracting visitors and promoting your venue.

Download the basic safety and security measures. Advice on health and safety issues with open studios.

Download the information on signage. Advice on where and how to place your directional arrows - please do read this before you erect signage to ensure signs do not compromise pedestrian or road safety.

Download IMPORTANT - Devon County Council's guidelines on signage on the highways.

Download a visitor's book page for your own use when collecting visitor contact details.

Directional Arrows

If you need further directional arrows they can be downloaded here too - our design is consistent every year, so visitors know how to find us! Please do laminate or place in a plastic wallet to protect from the weather.

Download the arrow pointing LEFT

Download the arrow pointing RIGHT

Download the arrow pointing STRAIGHT ON


"Sharing Successful Promotion" Event:


More than 40 artists attended this enlightening session on Saturday 16 June 2012. See the link below for a round up of the event and links to videos taken at the event featuring our three speakers, Lynn Bailey, James Tatum and Clive Adams.

Download The notes and links from the Sharing Successful Promotion Event.