Self-guided art tour returns to East Austin

Little was inspired to create the East Austin studio tour after moving to the area in 2000. An artist himself, Little said he was surrounded by artists in bohemian-style studios and warehouses creating art, and he wanted to showcase their work.

The tour features more than 100 locations and 400-plus artists. The event is more free-flowing than others, Little said, who also visits the studios when he is not showcasing his own art, he said.

"It's a real free-form tour and is quintessential Austin to me. It's do-it-yourself, self guided, go-at-your-own-pace style," Little said. "You just kind of bounce around."

Attendees can pick up catalogues at Austin Public Library branch locations before the tour to help orientate them before attending, but maps and online guides will also be available the days of the event.