Sunset Park, Where You Can Still Get an Artist Studio for Under $600
At the Brooklyn neighborhood's Open Studios festival, artists showed off the works they make in converted factories, warehouses, and three-story walk-ups
Sunset Park, a neighborhood in Southwest Brooklyn, continues to offer affordable studio space for artists despite the rising costs in other areas. This is the case for Lizzy Plapinger, who moved into her studio just two months ago in Industry City.
Plapinger's brightly contrasting geometric paintings were on display during the Sunset Park Open Studios event on Sunday, October 18. She expressed her delight at finding such a welcoming environment, noting the neighborhood's proximity to other artists and designers. This collaboration-friendly atmosphere is one of the reasons why New York artists have flocked to Sunset Park in recent years.
The neighborhood, once an industrial manufacturing hub for Mexican and Chinese immigrants, has transformed into a haven for creative workers. Its warehouses, three-story walk-ups, and converted factories have become ideal for artists seeking affordable studio spaces. This transformation has led to a thriving arts scene, as demonstrated by the three-day festival featuring over 300 artist studios and exhibitions.
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