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Local Artists Get Studio Space in RiNo Through New Pop-Up Program

By Kristen Fiore

Aug 19, 2025

"I wanted to really think about how we can create this symbiotic relationship; uplifting businesses, properties and artists together."

The Burning Metronome Strikes Back: Local Artist R. Alan Brooks to Reprint His Popular Book

By Teague Bohlen

Aug 12, 2025

"There's a reason that dictators immediately come in and ban art, first thing. Because they recognize the power of it."

Catch Kent Monkman's History is Painted by the Victors Before It Leaves DAM

By Kristen Fiore

Aug 12, 2025

Indigenous artist Kent Monkman's exhibit leaves Denver Art Museum after this weekend.

Prison Pen and Paint: High Walls Will Break Down Barriers at RedLine

By Teague Bohlen

Aug 8, 2025

"From the beginning, we didn't want it to be just an art show, but a series of events and programs giving deeper insight into the ring of issues around the space of incarceration."

Platte Street Is Getting a Pottery Studio

By Sara Rosenthal

Aug 8, 2025

Denver Clayroom is slated to open by the end of September and it will be open to all skill levels.

Breaking Free: Colorado's Prison Arts Programs Help Inmates Unlock Their Creativity

By Teague Bohlen

Aug 7, 2025

A split between the Department of Corrections and the University of Denver sent some programs into solitary, but now they're breaking free.

Photos: Shenanigans Ensue at August First Friday in the Art District on Santa Fe

By Kristen Fiore

Aug 2, 2025

Street dancers, musicians and artists livened up First Friday on a closed-to-traffic Santa Fe Drive.

Arty Parties: Your Guide to August's First Friday in Denver

By Kristen Fiore

Aug 1, 2025

Santa Fe Drive will be closed to traffic for First Friday on August 1.

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Yes, There Were American Impressionists. And They’re on View at the Botanic Gardens Now

By Paul Anderson

Aug 1, 2025

Blue Grass, Green Skies showcases an overlooked but gorgeous era in American art.

Jennifer S. Levine Debuts New Paintings in Her First Friday Homecoming

By Toni Tresca

Jul 31, 2025

The glassblower-turned-painter debuts new layered works at Bitfactory Gallery during Santa Fe’s First Friday alongside top local talent.

Artist Catie Michel teaches PlatteForum ArtLab interns how to create images with platinum-palladium printing.

Catie Michel Takes Over PlatteForum for Memoria Exhibition

By Alexander Hernandez Gonzalez

Jul 29, 2025

Throughout her residency at PlatteForum, Michel has led ArtLab interns through the tedious process of creating their own platinum images.

Photos: Handmade Creations and Plenty of Dogs at Cheesman Park Art Festival

By Kristen Fiore

Jul 27, 2025

Over 150 artists are selling their work in Cheesman Park until 5 p.m. Sunday.

Affordable Art Studios: RedLine Executive Director to Manage Community Arts Stabilization Trust Colorado

By Kristen Fiore

Jul 24, 2025

Louise Martorano is transitioning from her role as RedLine executive director to manage Colorado CAST and build on the Satellite Studio Program.

Ten Things to Do in and Around Fort Collins

By Alexander Hernandez Gonzalez

Jul 21, 2025

The Northern Colorado city has 1800s houses, scenic river trails and a bustling cultural arts scene.

Cowboy Culture Was Always an Immigrant Culture: Duke Beardsley on Reimagining Western Art

By Ayah Al-Masyabi

Jul 17, 2025

"In our current weird world, we have lost sight of the fact that cowboy culture was always an immigrant culture.”

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Paul McCartney Lights Up Union Station For Special Announcement

By Alexander Hernandez Gonzalez

Jul 14, 2025

Paul McCartney is bringing his Got Back Tour to Denver.

Photos: Browsing Some of the Country's Hottest Art at Cherry Creek Arts Festival

By Kristen Fiore

Jul 5, 2025

Now in its 34th year, the event is one of the most competitive fine arts festivals in the United States.

Review: Novo Ita is a Lush, Eco-Themed Art Playground

By Toni Tresca

Jul 1, 2025

Spectra Art Space’s Novo Ita: Propagation brings story-rich, hands-on immersion to South Broadway.

Effin' Birds Migrates to Denver for Events

By Teague Bohlen

Jun 28, 2025

Creator Aaron Reynolds hits Mutiny Comics before Fan Expo.

A Dragon in the Front Range: An Exploration of Japanese-Style Tattooing Around Denver

By Edward Simpson

Jun 26, 2025

"It’s important to acknowledge where something came from and show as much respect to it as you can."

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Vail Settles With Artist Danielle SeeWalker

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Vail Settles With Artist Danielle SeeWalker

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