by Mike Rosso Since 2009, art fans have had an opportunity to meet Salida artists and craftspersons in their working studios, thanks to the Salida Studio Tour. Every other year, artists open their doors to the public for a chance to watch the artists at work, discuss techniques and view private displays of art. Among the many participants in this year’s event is painter Gilmore Van Stone, Jr. A native of California, Van Stone moved to Salida in 1989 to take care of his aging mother and never left. His educational background in the Bay Area included the University of…