Reception opens Insider's Open Art Studio Tour

Jacqueline Pierson, owner of Rio Rico Restaurant in Bonsall, catered the VIP event that highlighted the work of the artists.

Karen Cunagin stands by her artwork, entitled

Fernando Natale-Reynolds examines the artwork of Maria De Castro, including

Marilee Ragland (left) talks with fellow artist Debbie Forbes about landscapes at the Friday evening event. On Saturday and Sunday, October 11 and 12, art enthusiasts were able to purchase a ticket and tour the studios of 17 artists.

Michael Maas presented his acrylic painting called