A diverse collective of visual artists for “Black Friday” will open their studios on Friday, Nov. 28, 4-8 p.m. for the Art of Winter Studio Stroll in the Ketchum Light Industrial District at Lewis Street, Bell Drive and Northwood Way.

Artists Suzanne Hazlett, Judith Kindler, Christine Warjone and Kathryn Riedinger will open their studio doors to the public for an art celebration evening.

            “What was just a spark of an idea became an instant collaboration of four artists to create a glimmering art event in the darkness of winter,” said Hazlett. “All four art studios are located in what we like to describe as the ‘Ketchum Studio District.’”

The Sun Valley area has become a nationally recognized special enclave of highly talented and passionate artists including musical and performing artists as well as visual artists. The industrial area just north of downtown Ketchum provides a unique environment for professional artists. Tucked away in modest, often unassuming, structures are cultural treasures to be discovered.

            Hazlett will have her latest mixed media works on exhibition, which draw from the nuances of textures and light found in nature and urban environments. Hazlett’s studio is located at 481-A Bell Dr. Visit sazustudio.com for more details.

Multi-disciplinary artist Judith Kindler will show her sculpture, installation and photography-based art in her newly expanded studio space. Kindler’s studio is located at 110 Lewis St. #2 & 3. To learn more, visit judithkindlerart.com.

Christine Warjone will share her travel-inspired works on metal and canvas, which demonstrate her passion for life, family and friends. Warjone’s studio is located at 110 Lewis St. #1. For more information, visit cwarjone.com.

Conveying her impressionistic interpretations, Kathryn Riedinger will display a new series of winter landscapes and western studies, both plein air and larger studio works. Riedinger’s studio is located at 231-B Northwood Way, #800. Learn more about her work at kathrynriedinger.com.

While enjoying the hospitality of these artists, studio visitors will find an abundance of artwork large and small available for purchase.

Art of Winter Studio Stroll creators hope to capture a festive open studio event and inspire art lovers to uncover rare art finds, many of which are ‘seasonably’ priced at attractive levels for gift giving. A party atmosphere will greet visitors with each studio’s exterior donning large illuminated stars to guide the way.

Free libations and refreshments will welcome guests in the midst of beautifully appointed working studios. For more information, visit www.facebook.com/ketchumstudiodistrict. For media, press inquiries and high-resolution images, email Sabina Dana Plasse at sdanap@gmail.com.