Welch Street Studios is a one of a kind rental for working artists. Studios are located upstairs at 1178 and 1180 Welch Street and new studios will be available soon on the main floor at 1176 Welch Street.

THE NORTH SHORE ART CRAWL
OCTOBER 3-4, 2026. 11am to 5pm

This free, annual  arts festival offers art enthusiasts an insider’s look into the vibrant North Shore arts scene. What started with just two artists and a big idea has blossomed into the incredible North Shore Art Crawl! Now in its 16th year, North Van Arts is thrilled to partner with local galleries, bustling breweries, cafes, and more to showcase over 100 incredible artists in 70 locations across West Vancouver and North Vancouver.

Explore a vibrant world of textiles, jewellery, pottery, graphic design, sculpture, painting, glass, photography, and so much more! It’s all free, all weekend long! This isn’t just about seeing art; it’s a unique chance to chat with the artists, try a workshop, or even catch a live drawing demonstration. Grab your family and friends and make it an unforgettable weekend of art and inspiration!

Artists’ Collective

At Welch Street Studios get ready to explore a vibrant world of original painting, prints, art-wear, photography, and more!

The following artists listed below are open by appointment. Welch Street art studios are located at 1178 Welch Street, North Vancouver. Visit the artist pages and see each artist’s unique creative journey.

Our contact is welchstreetstudios@gmail.com

Click on artist's name below to visit their page.

NEW STUDIOS OPENING NOVEMBER 1ST, 2026

Many studios at our 1176 address on the main floor have been rented and will open on November 1st, 2026.

Front Room: 9.5’x32’ / 300 sq ft… 75/day  250/wk **   (gallery/workshops)
Studio # 1…. 11’x20.5’ / 225 sq ft…RENTED
Studio # 2…. 8’x20.5’ / 165 sq ft…. RENTED
Studio # 3 (shared space)
Studio: 3a)… 135 sq ft…. RENTED
Studio: 3b)… 130 sq ft… 530 + GST…. RENTED
Studio # 4 (shared space)
Studio: 4a)… 135 sq ft *… RENTED
Studio: 4b)… 150 sq ft *… RENTED
Studio # 5 (shared space)
Studio: 5a)… 150 sq ft… RENTED
Studio: 5b)… 150 sq ft… RENTED
Studio # 6… 10’  x  29.7’ / 300 sq ft…. RENTED
Studio # 7… 11’  x  29.8’ / 300 sq ft *…. RENTED
Studio # 8… 9.9’  x  16.4’ / 160 sq ft…. RENTED
Studio # 9… 9.4’  x  16.4’ / 155 sq ft…. RENTED
Studio # 10… 10.2’  x  16.4’ / 165 sq ft…. RENTED
Studio # 11… 9.7’  x  16.4’/ 160 sq ft…. RENTED
Studio # 12… 9.6’  x  19.8’ / 175 sq ft *…. RENTED
Studio # 13… 8.8’  x  12’ / 100 sq ft…. RENTED
Studio # 14… 6.8’  x  16.1’ / 105 sq ft…. RENTED
Studio # 15… N/A …. RENTED

*angular corner              **Mon-Fri (5 day wk)

Some of the benefits included: On site parking, small kitchen, most studios have 18’ high ceilings (with some additional storage space at 9’ height), wide walkways (to show art pieces), workshop rental space available and a mini gallery to feature monthly artist shows (utilizing a hired curator), free wifi, and an artist web page on our website.

Rental Application

Welch Street Studios is located at 1176, 1178 & 1180 Welch Street in the District of North Vancouver; situated on the Spirit Trail, next to the Norgate/Lower Capilano district and is touted the up and coming new artist district. Welch Street Studios are open by appointment only and contact one of the artists to visit. 

North Shore Art Crawl | October 3rd and 4th, 2026!

Now in its 16th year, North Van Arts is thrilled to partner with local studios, galleries, breweries, cafes, and more to showcase over 100 incredible artists in 70+ venues across West Vancouver and North Vancouver.

Welch Street Studios will be participating in the North Shore Art Crawl, 11 to 5pm Saturday and Sunday. Our artists will have their studios open to visit and will have on display new art work inside as well as our hallway gallery. It's all free, all weekend long! This isn't just about seeing art; it's a unique chance to chat with the artists. Grab your family and friends and make it an unforgettable weekend of art and inspiration! 

While visiting Welch Street Studios make sure you visit the Griffin Art Projects situated below our studios located at 1174 Welch Street. GAP is an art gallery in North Vancouver established to make the visual arts publicly accessible and to contribute to North Vancouver's cultural landscape, founded by Brigitte and Henning Freybe.

http://griffinartprojects.ca