In France, artist studios are becoming more open to the public, with special events such as open days drawing in curious visitors. These occasions allow the public to witness the creative processes of contemporary artists. One way to visit an artist’s studio is to contact the artist directly, especially if you are familiar with their work and plan to buy a piece. Another common method is through the artist’s gallery. Some well-known artists have opened their living and working spaces to the public. For example, sculptor Fabrice Hyber invited visitors to his "Vallée" during the Hors Pistes / Hors Champs festival at the Centre Pompidou in July. Anselm Kiefer's La Ribaute in the Gard is a vast site with works spread across 40 hectares, and visits can be arranged by appointment. Certain areas in France are famous for their concentration of artist studios and shops. In Paris, neighborhoods like Belleville, Ménilmontant, and Montmartre are rich in artistic activity, featuring potters, painters, and sculptors. The Viaduc des arts in the 12th arrondissement is a space that supports cabinetmakers, glassmakers, and luthiers. Outside Paris, places like Pézenas, Dieulefit, Saint-Cirq-Lapopie, and Sallertaine are known for their architectural heritage and numerous studios. Open studio days are held regularly across France. This weekend of October 10 and 11, nearly 200 artists in Bois-Colombes, Clichy-la-Garenne, Colombes, Gennevilliers, and Villeneuve-la-Garenne will participate in open studio days organized by Boucle Nord de Seine. Similar events will take place in Pantin and Montreuil. These events typically occur in September, October, and the spring, with past events in Ménilmontant and Pré-Saint-Gervais in September, and upcoming events in Belleville, the Père-Lachaise neighborhood, and Montrouge in the spring. Official events such as the National Days of Artists, the European Days of Art Crafts, the European Days of Heritage, and the National Days of Architecture provide additional opportunities to visit studios and related spaces. For example, the National Days of Artists took place from October 2 to 4 last year, while the National Days of Architecture will be held from October 15 to 18, 2026. Collective studios and artist-run spaces are also open to the public. Examples include the Ruche in the 15th arrondissement of Paris and Poush in Aubervilliers, where over 250 artists work together in former office buildings. These spaces often host visitors for exhibitions, evenings, or open days, generally free but requiring an appointment. Other notable spaces include the Cité internationale des arts in Montmartre and the Marais, Ô Léonie in the 12th arrondissement, Frigos de Paris in the 13th arrondissement, Artagon in Pantin and Marseille, the Villa Belleville in the 20th arrondissement, Wonder in Bobigny, the 6b in Saint-Denis, the Lieu-Commun in Toulouse, and the Friche la Belle de Mai in Marseille. These spaces welcome young creators and often have an international focus.