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Follow on Google News | New Online Tool for Artist Studio Tours in BCGoBC Arts and Cultural Tourism provides free online promotions to artists, studio tours and related organizations. A new mapping tool allows studio tours to easily create a printable map for their tour visitors.
Studio tours can establish their own GoBC listing at http://www.gobc.ca/ Cindy Gibson, a potter and annual participant of the Saanich Scattered Artists Studio Tour, describes the advantages of using GoBC.ca: “No one in our studio tour group wants to manage a stand-alone website for the tour. GoBC has a basic template that makes it quick and easy for us to link all our artists to one address. I manage that, and it only takes me a few hours a year.” Cindy goes on to point out that some artists do not have their own websites. “GoBC is an easy tool for them to show some of their work along with key information, at no cost and with minimal maintenance.” GoBC Arts and Cultural Tourism owners appreciate the tremendous value that arts and culture bring to the tourism industry and have always looked for ways to support BC artists and cultural organizations. “Many visitors look for an authentic experience, a more in depth way to explore the places they visit.” explains Sibylle Zilker, co-owner of GoBC. “Studio tours provide a window into a community. They are such an incredible opportunity to enjoy art and meet artists, and moreover, to talk to locals and be part of a community for a day.” GoBC promotes studio tours and events at http://www.GoBC.ca as well as on facebook, twitter and more, often in combination with nearby places to stay. Artists and studio tour organizers are encouraged to visit http://www.gobc.ca/ # # # GoBC Arts & Cultural Tourism Inc. is an independent business located in Victoria, BC. GoBC's mission it to contribute to the growth of a sustainable tourism industry by showcasing arts and culture in BC communities along with accommodations and attractions. End
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