#91 - Ann Ostermann - Open Studios & Events Director, Santa Cruz Arts Council

Ann Ostermann, Open Studios & Events Director Ann manages the complex production of our annual Open Studios Art Tour with a joyful attitude. She is the liaison for several hundred Open Studios artists, event sponsors, and volunteers. A third-generation Californian who has lived in Santa Cruz since 1981, Ann has a degree in History from UCLA. Ann worked as a production coordinator in the tech world for 14 years, served as a Girl Scout leader & trainer for seven years, and volunteered on the SPECTRA Steering Committee in the 1990s before joining the Arts Council in 2002. Ann shares about her love and work with the artists of Open Studios and the changes she has seen in the art culture of Santa Cuz during her 20 years with the Art Council. Apply to Become an Open Studios Artist Applications for the 2023 tour will be available March 1, 2023. The tour is limited to adults [18 or older] who are residents of Santa Cruz County. Email Ann Ostermann, [email protected] to be notified when applications open and receive guidelines and guidance. Learn more about Santa Cruz County's Open Studio and the other programs and grant opportunities at https://artscouncilsc.org/ IG: @artscouncilsc  __________________ This episode's music is "408" by Jack Pavlina. Read more about Jack in Issue 14.1 Winter 2022 — release date: Dec. 9, 2021: https://bit.ly/Discover141 Follow Jack at @jackpavlinamusic (https://instagram.com/jackpavlinamusic) Spotify: https://bit.ly/jackpavlina