“Conquering the Curve” New artwork by Lisa Calzavara
May
1
to Jun 16

“Conquering the Curve” New artwork by Lisa Calzavara

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Artists on Santa Fe presents “Conquering the Curve” new artwork by Lisa Calzavara, running May 1 – June 16, 2025, at Artists on Santa Fe. Each painting is created in a slightly different style, yet all are unified by the fundamental concept of the curve, exploring what happens when an obstacle is encountered. How do we react, and what solutions can be discovered? The public is invited to view the show during regular business hours and during the following special events:

  • First Friday: May 2, 6 – 9 p.m.

  • Artist Reception: Friday, May 16, 6 – 9 p.m.

  • Sundays on Santa Fe Art Walk: May 25, 12 – 4 p.m.

Curves, with their inherent fluidity and grace, offer a dynamic energy that breathes life into Calzavara’s paintings. They weave pathways, guiding the viewer’s eye in a dance of movement and rhythm. Each curve is a deliberate stroke that fosters a sense of direction and momentum, inviting engagement and exploration.

Through the integration of curves into her paintings, she strives to create work that resonates with dynamic energy, celebrates the beauty of nature, and evokes a positive emotional response. “Conquering the Curve” is also a guiding philosophy that represents her commitment to embracing the challenges of creativity and transforming them into opportunities for expression.

Calzavara has been creating art professionally for over 20 years. Trained in multiple mediums including oils, acrylics, encaustics and resins, she is able to design a variety of unique artwork. Her series span realism, abstraction, impressionism and surrealism with her most recent pieces focusing on movement and intense colors. For more information visit aprettypainting.com. And follow her on Instagram @fineartbylc or Facebook at Fine Art by LC.

Banner Art: “Emerging Energy” by Lisa Calzavara

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Resin Tumbler with Flowers Art Class | Grace Noel Art
May
1
to May 31

Resin Tumbler with Flowers Art Class | Grace Noel Art

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Create a one of a kind tumbler using epoxy resin and dried flowers on a stainless steel tumbler. Class will be held in Grace's studio in the Denver Art Society and all materials are included with admission price. Class creations will need to be picked up 1 day or more after class ends. Materials included with registration fee

Kids ages 12-17 can also join the class but it’s not recommended for anyone younger than 12 years old.

Beginner friendly? YES! All skill levels are welcome, we will find a design for everyone. Family friendly? YES! Recommended for children 12 years and older. Please request accessibility needs in advance - email grace@gracenoel.art.

**Don't see a date and time that works for you? Email: Grace@GraceNoel.Art to schedule!**

Dates:
May 1st 6-7:30PM
May 31st 3-7:30PM

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"Sovereign Bodies Sacred Futures" at CHAC Gallery
May
2
to Jun 29

"Sovereign Bodies Sacred Futures" at CHAC Gallery

Sovereign Bodies Sacred Futures celebrates the rich and diverse history of the fight for LGBTQIA2S+ Liberation. The exhibition features artworks by Queer/Trans Black and Indigenous People of Color (QTBIPOC) artists and allies that envision liberated futures, draw connections between intersectional and global struggles, and honor Queer/Trans ancestors.

By celebrating QTBIPOC narratives of joy and resistance, Sovereign Bodies Sacred Futures offers a powerful counter-narrative to the hateful rhetoric that is fueling the ongoing attack on the rights of Trans, Queer, immigrant, BIPOC and other targeted communities.

The exhibition runs May 2nd - June 28th. Join us in celebrating the joy and resilience of QTBIPOC artists and communities at the exhibition celebration on June 6th during First Friday. The closing reception on June 28th from 5-8pm will feature a blessing of the space, performers and open mic.

Opening Night: Friday, May 2nd 5-9PM

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Paint Pouring in the Park Art Class | Grace Noel Art
May
8
to May 30

Paint Pouring in the Park Art Class | Grace Noel Art

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Let's play with paint pouring!! Create x2 paintings using paint pouring techniques: the dirty pour and the tree ring pour. Join artist Grace Noel at La Alma/Lincoln Park Apr-Aug 2025, *all other dates and bad weather alternate location is in Grace's studio. Materials included with sign up fee!

Beginner friendly? YES! All skill levels are welcome, we will find a design for everyone. Family friendly? YES! Recommended for children 14 years and older. Risk of injury from carving tools, they are sharp! Please request accessibility needs in advance - email grace@gracenoel.art.

**Don't see a date and time that works for you? Email: Grace@GraceNoel.Art to schedule!**

Dates:
May 8th 11AM-12PM
May 15th 6-7PM
May 16th 11AM-12PM
May 29th 6-7PM
May 30th 6-7PM

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 “Dissonances", a Solo Exhibition by Ketty Devieux
May
8
to Jun 1

“Dissonances", a Solo Exhibition by Ketty Devieux

Artist Ketty Devieux is proud to present a solo exhibition of new works, May 8 – June 1, 2025, at D’Art Gallery, 900 Santa Fe Dr. The show, entitled “Dissonances" features intuitive abstract paintings on unprimed cotton, canvas, and watercolor paper that reflect the feelings of disconnect and discord as we experience an ongoing cultural shift and the desire to turn back toward unity and community.

The public is invited to an Opening Reception on May 8, 5 p.m. – 8 p.m. with an additional reception on May 16, 5 – 8 p.m. during the Third Friday Art Walk on Santa Fe Drive. The show is also on view during regular gallery hours, Thursdays 12 – 5 p.m., Fridays 12 – 9 p.m., Saturdays 12 – 5 p.m. and Sundays 11 – 4 p.m.

Dissonance is ever present in our lives, and while it carries disharmonious and unpleasant characteristics, it is inherent to the nature of things and not necessarily a bad thing. We, as humans, are as fragmented as the world we live in. Dissonance is our social environment is marked by what Merriam Webster Dictionary describes as “a lack of agreement between the truth and what people want to believe.” Or as Psychology defines it, “the state of discomfort felt when two or more modes of thought contradict each other.” But is also found in the tension created by discordant elements of music and visual art.

The works in this collection, while seemingly made of disparate elements, find a coherence in the strong lines extensively used as anchors that connect what is disconnected, dislocated and disassociated.

Banner Image: Ketty Devieux, “Memory of Year 2020-2021-2022.” Ink, gouache, acrylic on watercolor paper; 23 x 30.

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"Luminescence" at Sync Gallery
May
15
to Jun 15

"Luminescence" at Sync Gallery

In "Luminescence," the transformative properties of encaustic and cold wax techniques emerge as a vehicle for Lois Lupica and Dagmar Nickerson to explore the elusive nature of light. This collection investigates the delicate interplay between opacity and transparency, where light both penetrates and reflects from multilayered surfaces.

Lupica's encaustic works capture light's journey through translucent beeswax layers, creating a luminous depth impossible to achieve in other mediums. The abstracted imagery investigates the paradox of permanence and impermanence—the way wax's ancient durability contrasts with the ephemeral quality of the effects it creates. The works invite viewers to experience how changing light conditions transforms each piece throughout the day, revealing new depths and subtleties with each viewing.

Adjacent are cold wax compositions offering a different luminosity—more subdued yet equally compelling in their soft, diffused glow that seems to emanate from within the painting itself. Cold wax medium, with its unique matte translucency and dimensional possibilities, allows Lupica to build surfaces that interact with light. By combining the medium with oil paints and incorporating various additives, she creates works with depth and subtle luminescence that shifts as viewing conditions change. Cold wax's distinctive material properties transform ambient light into an active participant in the artwork.

Nickerson, through her abstract encaustic mixed media collages, explores the delicate interplay between destruction and survival. Working with paper she incorporates organic elements such as leaves, flowers, reeds, and seeds - materials intrinsically tied to the earth's cycles. The fire element is integral to her process. Flames scorch and shape the paper, leaving charred edges and intricate designs layered in the wax.

The layers of wax envelope the natural materials, their luminous quality adding depth, translucency and a sense of preservation. The wax not only bonds the elements together but also creates a tactile interplay of light and shadow, inviting the viewer to peer into the layers of meaning within in each piece. Each piece carries the natural beauty of what stands to become lost through climate change, while simultaneously celebrating the resilience and survival instincts of all living things.

Throughout this exhibition, viewers are invited to witness how these ancient and contemporary wax techniques can transform pigment and natural elements into luminous fields that shift with changing light conditions. The works exist in a space between painting and sculpture, where surface texture, dimensional quality, and embedded elements create an experience that changes with both light and perspective. Luminescence celebrates the paradox of wax as both barrier and conduit—trapping light even as it allows its passage—creating works that hover between revelation and concealment, inviting contemplation beyond what is immediately visible.

Banner Image by Lois Lupica

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Beach Charcuterie Board Art Class | Grace Noel Art
May
16
to May 30

Beach Charcuterie Board Art Class | Grace Noel Art

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Create your own beach scene on an 11" charcuterie board using epoxy resin with artist Grace Noel in her studio! In this art class, we will create a beautiful beach scene on a charcuterie board that can be used in everyday life and special occasions. Plus you get to say "I made it!" when admirers inquire.

Materials are included with ticket price!

*Please note that due to dry times, you will need to come back the next day to pick up your creation

Beginner friendly? YES! All skill levels are welcome, we will find a design for everyone. Family friendly? YES! Recommended for children 12 years and older. Please request accessibility needs in advance - email grace@gracenoel.art.

**Don't see a date and time that works for you? Email: Grace@GraceNoel.Art to schedule!**

Dates:
May 16th 6-7:30PM
May 17th 3-4:30PM
May 30th 11AM-12:30PM

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IMMERSION Exhibition at D'art Gallery
May
22
to Jun 15

IMMERSION Exhibition at D'art Gallery

To immerse is to surrender: to step beyond the surface and enter something deeper, fuller, and more complete. Immersion brings together a group of artists whose works invite viewers into layered sensory, emotional, and psychological spaces.

Through a diverse range of mediums from fluid abstraction to photography, multimedia painting, and contemporary landscapes, this exhibition explores what it means to dissolve boundaries: between self and environment, body and memory, perception and experience. Each piece offers a portal; a moment of disorientation, connection, or stillness.

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Reconnect 2025: MSU Denver Alumni Exhibition
May
23
to Aug 2

Reconnect 2025: MSU Denver Alumni Exhibition

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Every five years, the Center for Visual Art invites MSU Denver alumni to submit their artwork for consideration and inclusion in an alumni exhibition. Reconnect 2025: MSU Denver Alumni Exhibition is on view May 23 – August 2, 2025.

Opening Reception: Friday, May 23rd 6-10PM

This juried exhibition showcases the creative range of alumni both near and far and includes work across all media. Juried by Rory Padeken, Vicki and Kent Logan Curator of Modern and Contemporary Art at Denver Art Museum, the exhibition highlights the far-reaching talents of MSU Denver’s creative graduates. Featuring the work of 30 artists with graduation years ranging from 1973-2024, Reconnect celebrates the creative journeys and artistic achievements of the artists, fostering a meaningful connection between former students and the current MSU Denver community.

The Center for Visual Art (CVA) is the off-campus art center for MSU Denver, showcasing contemporary artists whose work sparks dialogue and creates pathways to change. CVA offers free admission to its exhibitions for everyone.

Banner Art by Jeane Michelle Warner Greene

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"Materializing Change" at CVA's 965 Gallery
May
23
to Aug 2

"Materializing Change" at CVA's 965 Gallery

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Contemporary art is an ever-evolving conversation that transcends time, identity, and material. Current MSU Denver art students are woven into this dialogue, navigating the intersection of student and emerging artist. The work in this exhibition captures this moment of transition through an exploration of media as an evolving practice.

Presented in the 965 Project Gallery at the Center for Visual Art, Materializing Change was curated by MSU Denver students Bridget Ebert and Alyssa Williams.

Banner Art by Sadie Hughes

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Flower Coaster Creation Class | Grace Noel Art
May
24
to May 31

Flower Coaster Creation Class | Grace Noel Art

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Create with Grace continues with the Flower Coaster Creation Class! For 2 hours, artist Grace Noel will help each student create their own personalized x2 coasters using dried flowers and epoxy resin in silicone molds. Join artist Grace Noel in her studio in Denver’s Art District on Santa Fe at the Denver Art Society.

All Materials are included with sign up fee

Creations are available for pick up 24-72 hours after class.

Beginner friendly? YES! All skill levels are welcome, we will find a design for everyone. Family friendly? YES! Recommended for children 12 years and older. Please request accessibility needs in advance - email grace@gracenoel.art.

Don't see a date and/or time that works for you? Email Grace at Grace@GraceNoel.Art to schedule!**

Dates:
May 24th 4-6PM
May 31st 11AM-1PM

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"Not Another Black Art Show" curated by Tyree Jones-Evans
May
30
to Jun 29

"Not Another Black Art Show" curated by Tyree Jones-Evans

Niza Knoll Gallery presents “Not Another Black Art Show”, curated by Tyree Jones-Evans, on view May 30 – June 29, 2025, at 915 Santa Fe Drive. The show aims to create a space that abandons imposed meanings behind black art and embraces nuance within the work. Local artists Johnny Draco, Joseph Graves, Jazz Holmes, Tyree Jones-Evans, Angel Tirado and Devin Urioste will showcase sincere work to isolate themselves from racial expectations and show that their narratives lie far beyond what one month or one day could ever acknowledge. The public is invited to an Artist Reception on Saturday, June 7, 6 – 9 p.m., and to join the discussion during an Artist Panel on Friday, June 20, 1 – 4 p.m.

“Blackness and black history are inescapable lenses for black artists; this show makes no effort to deny those truths.” explains Jones-Evans, “The show does, however, decentralize expectational ‘black’ themes and emphasizes that said themes do not need to be included in the work for them to exist in the work. Nor do they need to be included for the work to be important. In acknowledging so, the superficial take that reduces artists to two-dimensional figures is eliminated, setting free the richness of invention, narration, and culture that lives within the artist. ‘Not Another Black Art Show’ thrives in miscellany, which silences the monolithic experience.”

The panel discussion will focus on the multifacetedness of black art. Artists will talk about how their black experience influences their practice, and how they navigate an industry that will always fail at keeping them in boxes.

Niza Knoll Gallery, located in Denver’s popular Art District on Santa Fe, specializes in intriguing conceptual exhibits featuring work by local and regional artists as well as private concerts, guest speakers and workshops. Regular gallery hours are Thursday – Sunday, 1 – 4 p.m., except for First Friday, 5 ¬¬– 9 p.m., and Third Friday, 5 ¬– 8 p.m. and Noon ¬– 3 p.m. during the Sundays on Santa Fe Art Walk which takes place on the final Sunday of each month.

Visit www.nizaknollgallery.com to view and purchase works online and for the most up-to-date calendar of events.

Banner Image : Joseph Graves “The Wildflower Between Us”

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Novo Ita ⎜Award Winning Immersive Art Experience
Jun
1
to Aug 29

Novo Ita ⎜Award Winning Immersive Art Experience

Step into a world of wonder and excitement with Novo Ita, the latest and 4th installment of Spectra Art Space's AWARD-WINNING, immersive experiences.

On this self-guided adventure, marvel at the botanical wonders and spectacular art installations as you uncover the story of Novo Ita through interactive puzzles, augmented reality and tactile exploration.

Created by local artists and makers, this all-ages experience is perfect for families & friends seeking a unique and unforgettable adventure!

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"Dwelling in Possibilities" Exhibition at D'art Gallery
Jun
5
to Jun 29

"Dwelling in Possibilities" Exhibition at D'art Gallery

Dwelling in Possibilities features an eclectic blend of ceramic sculptures, paintings, and mixed media works by four artists who reflect on how they make sense of the world through the creative process. Utilizing diverse approaches, the work invites us to consider possibilities that emerge when navigating the in-between spaces and tenuous boundaries between order and chaos.

The exhibit spans everything from geometric shapes to organic textures, where each artist engages with the idea that even the most seemingly unrelated parts, whether physical or conceptual, can converge to form something greater than the sum of their individual components. Step into this space where parts, pieces, and patterns come together in an ongoing dance of possibility.

The show features artists Laura Brenton, Katelyn Odenheimer, Emily Oldak, and Vicky Smith.

Opening Reception: Friday, June 13 6-9PM

Banner Image: Laura Brenton, “How Does Your Garden Grow?” 48 x 48.

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Waves of Hope: Whispers from the Deep
Jun
19
to Jul 13

Waves of Hope: Whispers from the Deep

Waves of Hope: Whispers from the Deep is a collaborative and immersive art exhibition experience at D’art Gallery, at 9th and Santa Fe Dr. in the heart of the Arts District on Santa Fe, that showcases the splendor of the oceans, the challenges our oceanic ecosystems face, and solutions that can make a positive difference locally and globally. The exhibition runs June 19 – July 13, 2025, with an opening reception Friday June 20, 6-9pm. Additional events are scheduled, and all are free and open to the public.

This ocean-centric exhibition, Waves of Hope: Whispers From The Deep, is born from a heartfelt desire to raise awareness about the meaningful ways we can help the health of our oceans from here in Colorado. Even when we live a thousand miles away from the oceans, our daily decisions can have a positive impact on the oceans. 

Colorado is the headwaters for seven major rivers that flow into the Pacific and Atlantic Oceans. How we live our lives can have a positive or negative impact on the water quality of these rivers that feed into the ocean providing nutrients and oxygen to the myriad of ocean life forms that inhabit these waters.

“Our actions over the next 10 years will determine the state of the ocean for the next 10,000 years.” – Sylvia Earl

The curator of this exhibition, Natalie Becker says, “It’s not just a collection of my own personal artwork. It is a joining together of over 20 talented Colorado artists that are providing their own visual statements about the Ocean.” 

Participating artists include: Chris Alvarez, Lyn Becker, Natalie Becker, Tamara Brody, Alisha Brown, Deborah Carlson, Elizabeth Carter, Daniella Chace, Susan Dallam, Denise Duker, Pamela Ferris-Olson, Elizabeth Fluharty, Terri Grady, Felicia Kutina, Joanne Lavender, Carrie Makenna, Chuck Mardosz, Laszlo Palos, Jenna Rose, Terri Sanchez, Iveth Schwebke, Gillian Scoville, Karen Storm, Phoung Ta, Trevor Thomas, Janeal Tyler, Paul Warmus, Jessica Wheeler

Location:
D’art Gallery 360 and Gallery West (Immersive Space)
900 Santa Fe Drive Denver, Colorado 80204

Exhibition Run: June 19 – July 13, 2025
Open Thursday-Sunday

Regular Hours:
Thursdays Noon-5 p.m.
Fridays Noon-9 p.m.
Saturdays Noon- 5 p.m.
Sundays 11 a.m.- 4 p.m.

Special Exhibition Events:
June 20 6:00-8:00 p.m. Opening Reception, Live body painting: Jessica Wheeler, Live entertainment: Elizabeth Fluharty
June 21 6:30-8:30 p.m. Poetry and Movie Showing
June 29 1:00-3:00 p.m. Sundays on Santa Fe, Live entertainment: Elizabeth Fluharty
July 4 6:00-9:00 p.m. First Friday Reception
July 13 1:00-3:00 p.m. Closing Reception

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"Natural Perspectives" Exhibition at Sync Gallery
Jun
19
to Jul 13

"Natural Perspectives" Exhibition at Sync Gallery

In "Natural Perspectives," artists Sandy Marvin and Nathan Dominik present interpretations of natural elements through their distinctive artistic approaches. Both artists draw inspiration from natural forms, translating them into abstracted two- and three-dimensional compositions.

Sandy Marvin creates mixed-media works primarily utilizing pastel techniques. Her paintings offer thoughtful studies of still-life compositions and natural landscapes, ranging from intimate examinations of specific elements to more expansive environmental views.

Nathan Dominik's three-dimensional sculptures feature detailed representations of botanical subjects and natural landscapes. His collection includes both figurative pieces and more abstract interpretations that maintain recognizable connections to the natural world. Several of his wall-mounted works offer varying interpretations depending on the viewer's perspective.

Banner Image: Sandy Marvin, “Golden Hour”

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Color the Zodiac Art Class | Grace Noel Art
May
26
11:00 AM11:00

Color the Zodiac Art Class | Grace Noel Art

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A color theory painting class with an astrological twist! Join artist Grace Noel in her studio in Denver's Art District on Santa Fe to learn the basics of mixing colors. Grace is also an astrologer and has created a clever way to combine color mixing and astrology to help expand her students' knowledge of astrology and art!

All materials are included in class sign up fee and creations are available to take home the same day

Beginner friendly? YES! All skill levels are welcome, we will find a design for everyone. Family friendly? YES! Recommended for children 12 years and older.

Please request accessibility needs in advance - email grace@gracenoel.art.

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Resin Tray with Flowers Art Class | Grace Noel Art
May
18
to May 24

Resin Tray with Flowers Art Class | Grace Noel Art

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Create with Grace continues with the Resin Tray with Flowers art class! For 2 hours, each student will create their own personalized tray (4"x7") using genuine dried flowers and epoxy resin. Join artist Grace Noel in her studio in Denver’s Art District on Santa Fe at the Denver Art Society.

All materials are included with sign up fee

Beginner friendly? YES! All skill levels are welcome, we will find a design for everyone. Family friendly? YES! Recommended for children 12 years and older. Please request accessibility needs in advance - email grace@gracenoel.art.

Don't see a date and/or time that works for you? Email Grace at Grace@GraceNoel.Art to schedule a private lesson!**

Dates:
May 18th 1-3PM
May 24th 3-5PM

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Art Journal Class | Grace Noel Art & Spark Alchemy
May
14
to May 28

Art Journal Class | Grace Noel Art & Spark Alchemy

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🎨Let's make an art journal using a variety of materials included in the class sign up fee! This is a mixed media art class co-taught by both local Denver artist Grace Noel and Spark Alchemy's Lead Coach, Rhonda Skallan. Every class will be held at La-Alma Lincoln Park close to the recreation center and south parking lot. Look for the rainbow stools!

*Alternate location for large groups and inclement weather will be at Grace Noel's Art Studio: 734 Santa Fe Dr, Denver CO.

Art Journal Prompts
Make an art journal - every class
Mandala Mondays
Moon & Mountain Mondays
Woodland Critter Wednesdays
Wild Flower Wednesdays

Materials provided in class:
Acrylic Paint Pour
Canvasboard 5"x7"
BFK Cotton rag paper 4" x 6" x 24"
Water Color crayons
Water pens
Apron

Please request accessibility needs in advance - email grace@gracenoel.art. Art classes are held at La-Alma Lincoln Park near the rec center and parking. Look for the rainbow stools!

Beginner friendly? YES! All skill levels are welcome, we will find a design for everyone. Family friendly? YES! Recommended for children 5 years and older.

Dates:
May 14th 11AM-12PM
May 19th 6-7PM
May 28th 11AM-12PM

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Lavender Field Embroidery Stitch & Sip Class
May
11
11:30 AM11:30

Lavender Field Embroidery Stitch & Sip Class

Come celebrate Mother's Day in a creative way with RemainReal Fine Art. Learn basic stitches and embroidery techniques in this easy to follow lovely lavender field with bumble bee image, perfect for beginners. All cross stitch classes come with one glass of house red or white wine included in the ticket price!

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Red Roses Acrylic Paint & Sip Class
May
10
3:30 PM15:30

Red Roses Acrylic Paint & Sip Class

Looking for the perfect Mother's Day weekend activity? Come down to RemainReal Fine Art and learn to paint some spring themed flowers. Victoria teaches you step by step basic acrylic painting techniqeus on how to paint a beautiful red rose vase! A perfect gift for mother's day! Our acrylic painting classes are taught on 16x20 canvases and include one glass of house white or red wine!

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Woodland Critter Printmaking Art Class | Grace Noel Art
May
10
2:00 PM14:00

Woodland Critter Printmaking Art Class | Grace Noel Art

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Let's learn printmaking and create with Grace! Woodblock carving and relief printmaking allows you to create an original work of art that can be reproduced over and over again, by hand. In this 3 hr private lesson, you will learn how to create, carve, and print a woodblock. Join Artist Grace Noel in her studio in Denver's Art District on Santa Fe to learn this powerful art form! All Materials included with sign up fee.

*Please note that due to dry times, you will need to come back the next day to pick up your creation

Beginner friendly? YES! All skill levels are welcome, we will find a design for everyone. Family friendly? YES! Recommended for children 14 years and older. Risk of injury from carving tools, they are sharp! Please request accessibility needs in advance - email grace@gracenoel.art.

**Don't see a date and time that works for you? Email: Grace@GraceNoel.Art to schedule!**

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"Redesign Runway" Wearable Art & Sustainable Fashion Show
May
9
6:30 PM18:30

"Redesign Runway" Wearable Art & Sustainable Fashion Show

Celebrate the merger of art and fashion at RemainReal Fine Art, in our "Redesign Runway" Fashion Show showcasing wearable art & design! RemainReal Art Gallery is proud to host "Redesign Runway" Fashion Show, showcasing wearable art and sustainable fashion design.

From textile printmaking, embroidery, crochet, to any other forms of wearable art, help us combat fast fashion and appreciate independent designers! Featured Artists/Designers: Heather Hauptman, Ephermeral Concrete, Syd Lee and more.

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Zodiac Paint Pour Class | Grace Noel Art
May
9
to May 18

Zodiac Paint Pour Class | Grace Noel Art

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Have you always wanted to play around with paint pouring but didn't have the space to? Join artist Grace Noel in her studio for a special paint pouring class that is inspired by the magic that you are! Artist Grace Noel is also an astrologer and will teach you how the four elements of fire, earth, wind, and water relate to your zodiac sign! Materials are included with ticket price!

Take home box: Grace will provide boxes for the paintings to go home with each student. Students can choose to take home the same day or come back to pick up.

Please note that paintings are messy and may be difficult to take home the same day. Grace provides the option to leave your painting to dry in her studio. Pick Up instructions will be emailed to students through Eventbrite when their paintings are ready for pick up - usually a week later. Shipment is an option and an additional cost.

Beginner friendly? YES! All skill levels are welcome, we will find a design for everyone. Family friendly? YES! Recommended for children 3 years and older. Please request accessibility needs in advance - email grace@gracenoel.art.

Don't see a date and time that works for you? Email: Grace@GraceNoel.Art to schedule!**

Dates:
May 9th 6-7PM
May 10th 11AM-12PM
May 18th 5-6PM

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Seductive Snapshots: Collage & Sip Class
May
8
6:30 PM18:30

Seductive Snapshots: Collage & Sip Class

Collage & Sip with this spicy Collage! Olivia teaches you technique and composition while creating a collage from nude magazines! Our classes are always beginner friendly! No prior painting experience is necessary, as our experienced instructors will provide step-by-step instructions.

Our classes are the perfect option for a date night, girls night, boys night etc! Grab your friends and make it a fun-filled evening of art and laughter. Don't miss out on this unique opportunity to create your own artwork and learn a brand new skill!

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Show Your Art | Grace Noel Art
May
5
7:00 PM19:00

Show Your Art | Grace Noel Art

Learn the basics of showing your art with this online course! This class series helps artists build their professional skills and prepares them for showing their art in art galleries, art shows, online, and more! Grace has a decade of experience managing art galleries and knows what galleries and buyers expect.

In this class we will:
- How to price artwork
- Proper labeling: what galleries and buyers need!
- Marketing your art
- "Ready to Hang" - installing a hanger
- Group discussion and networking with students

Beginner friendly? YES! All skill levels are welcome. Family friendly? YES! Recommended for children 14 years and older.

***Class is held online via ZOOM. Grace will email attendees the zoom link the hour before class begins at the latest! This is NOT an in person class

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Flower Jewelry Making Class | Grace Noel Art
May
4
to May 24

Flower Jewelry Making Class | Grace Noel Art

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Do you just love the way dried flowers look in jewelry? This is a class to introduce you to the process of creating jewelry using dried flowers and more! You're invited to join artist Grace Noel in her studio in Denver's Art District on Santa fe to create your own piece of jewelry.

In this class we will learn how to:
- use dried flowers and crushed stone to curate a design in a metal facet or silicone mold
- work with a very intricate and delicate art form

Materials included in sign up fee:

Beginner Friendly? Yes! Family Friendly? Yes! Children 12 -17 years old are welcome. Please request accessibility needs in advance - email grace@gracenoel.art.

Dates:
May 4th 1-2:30PM
May 19th 11AM-12:30PM
May 24th 11AM-12:30PM

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May The Art Be With You: An All Star Wars Art Show
May
3
5:00 PM17:00

May The Art Be With You: An All Star Wars Art Show

Spectra Art Space presents May The Art Be With You: An All Star Wars Art Show Opening Reception and Special Event!

If you love all things Star Wars and Science Fiction Pop Culture, this event is perfect for you! Enjoy free drinks, discounted entry to an immersive exhibition, meet local artists, and more. The show will feature work from artist Ashley Raine and several other talented artists in Spectra’s main gallery.

About the Opening Reception:

When: Saturday, May 3rd 5-10PM
Admission: Free with RSVP
Exclusive Access: Discounted entry to the current immersive exhibition, Spookedelia: The Fracture.
Cheers to Art: Complimentary adult beverages from Ratio Beer Works
Art Extravaganza: All new, special work featuring all things Star Wars and science fiction pop culture.
Exclusive Gift: First 30 art purchasers or VIP immersive ticket holders get special themed gift sets.
Meet the Artists
Astro Dice Readings
Caffeine Boost: Savor coffee from Ramble On Roasting

Learn more by visiting the website and RSVP below for free entry!

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Wood Burning Art Class | Grace Noel Art (Copy)
May
3
to May 25

Wood Burning Art Class | Grace Noel Art (Copy)

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Grace Noel Art's Wood Burning Art Class guides you through creating wood burned drawings on x2 wooden slices of pine. Class will be held in Grace's studio in the Denver Art Society and all materials are included with admission price. Class creations will be available to take home the same day.

All supplies are included with sign up fee! Beginner friendly? YES! All skill levels are welcome Family friendly? YES! Recommended for children 14 years and older. We will be using wood burning tools that can cause injury by burn.

Please request accessibility needs in advance - email grace@gracenoel.art.

**Don't see a date and time that works for you? Email: Grace@GraceNoel.Art to schedule!**

Dates:
May 3rd 3-4:30PM
May 4th 4-5:30PM
May 5th 11-12:30PM
May 8th 6-7:30PM
May 12th 11AM-12:30PM
May 22nd 6-7:30PM
May 25th 1-2:30PM

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Magical Resin Pouring Class | Grace Noel Art
May
3
11:00 AM11:00

Magical Resin Pouring Class | Grace Noel Art

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Take a journey through the rainbow with artist Grace Noel in her studio for a special Magical Resin Paint Pouring class! Have you always wanted to play around with epoxy resin paint pouring but didn't have the space and time to do so? Materials are included with ticket price!

Please note that due to dry times, you will need to come back the next day to pick up your creation"

In This Class You Will Learn:
- How to prepare space for a resin pour
- How to prepare a canvas for a resin pour
- How to mix resin
- How to color resin once it's mixed
- How to apply glitter to resin

Beginner friendly? YES! All skill levels are welcome. Family friendly? YES! Recommended for children 14 years and older. Please request accessibility needs in advance - email grace@gracenoel.art.

**Don't see a date and time that works for you? Email: Grace@GraceNoel.Art to schedule!**

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Opening Celebration of "Threads of Identity" by Alehna Taylor
May
2
7:00 PM19:00

Opening Celebration of "Threads of Identity" by Alehna Taylor

Portal Gallery at ReCreative Denver is thrilled to announce our upcoming exhibition, Threads of Identity, the collected works of Alehna Taylor. Join us on celebrating this incredible body of work on Friday, May 2nd at 7pm.

This portrait series explores queer identity within a small Denver community through interviews, clothing, and pose choices that reflect each subject’s self-expression. Painted with oils on fabric chosen to represent each individual, the works examine the tension between how we present ourselves and how we are perceived. Through color, texture, and gesture, the series invites viewers to consider the fluid, multifaceted nature of identity.

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"That's What She Said" Art Exhibition Opening and First Friday Event
May
2
5:30 PM17:30

"That's What She Said" Art Exhibition Opening and First Friday Event

RemainReal Art Gallery is proud to announce the launch of its featured solo exhibition, "That's What She Said" by Heather Hauptman and group exhibition, "Strung Together", slated to commence on May 2nd, 2025. This exhibition highlights the creativity and craftsmanship of fiber arts, showcasing works that weave stories, textures, and techniques into stunning pieces.

This event is accompanied with live music and live painting from various RemainReal Artists. The Gallery will be open from 3-9:30pm.

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FIRST FRIDAY – CINCO DE MAYO CELEBRATION
May
2
5:00 PM17:00

FIRST FRIDAY – CINCO DE MAYO CELEBRATION

Celebrate Cinco de Mayo with Museo de las Americas on May 2nd, 5-9 pm! Join them for an exciting evening filled with culture, dance, and delicious food. Enjoy a captivating presentation of Traditional Folklórico dance by Ballet Folklorico Sangre de Mexico (7-8pm) while savoring tasty delights from the food truck and sipping on refreshing beverages.

Don’t miss out on this opportunity to have fun and immerse yourself in the vibrant spirit of the Americas!

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"Uncurated Collection" by Miranda Sheh at Moonrise Coffee Roasters
May
2
4:00 PM16:00

"Uncurated Collection" by Miranda Sheh at Moonrise Coffee Roasters

Miranda Sheh is an artist and poet located in Denver, CO. Her art show at Moonrise Coffee Roasters is an uncurated collection of artwork she has created since 2020. Often described as tender and sweet, her artwork offers a playful moment to pause and remember, to reconnect back to ourselves and others.

Join us for her art opening at Moonrise Coffee Roasters at the Yard on Fri May 2 from 4 - 6 pm. Enjoy some coffee, artwork, and perhaps meet a new friend! Learn more at @breakingegg on Instagram.

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"Everything Paper Mache" Juried Exhibition
May
2
to May 25

"Everything Paper Mache" Juried Exhibition

Niza Knoll Gallery is delighted to present “Everything Paper Mache” (also written as papier-mâché), a juried art exhibition, celebrating the versatility and creativity of this sculptural medium. On view May 2 - 25, 2025, at 915 Santa Fe Drive, it features innovative works using traditional paper mache methods and those that explore integrations with cardboard and other materials. Attendees to the First Friday Art Walk on May 2, 5 – 9 p.m., will have the first look, then a public Artist Reception is scheduled for Sunday, May 4, 1 – 4 p.m. with refreshments and a chance to visit with some of the artists.

The selected work, created by 19 artists, runs the gamut from lifelike re-creations to abstract forms and whimsical imaginary characters. Artists include Leslie A. Aguillard, Mary Lynn Baird, Ethan Billings, Deborah Deal, Patricia Fabian, Judy Frank, Andrea Gordon, Emily Hammack, Jay Hollick, Matt Lawlor, Christine Loehr, Michele Messenger, Lisa Michot, David Moore, Beth Roland, Scotty S, Joan Smith, Maggie Stewart and Tami Tamayo.

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Color the Zodiac Art Class | Grace Noel Art
Apr
28
11:00 AM11:00

Color the Zodiac Art Class | Grace Noel Art

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A color theory painting class with an astrological twist! Join artist Grace Noel in her studio in Denver's Art District on Santa Fe to learn the basics of mixing colors. Grace is also an astrologer and has created a clever way to combine color mixing and astrology to help expand her students' knowledge of astrology and art!

All materials are included in class sign up fee and creations are available to take home the same day

Beginner friendly? YES! All skill levels are welcome, we will find a design for everyone. Family friendly? YES! Recommended for children 12 years and older.

Please request accessibility needs in advance - email grace@gracenoel.art.

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Día Del Niño
Apr
26
1:00 PM13:00

Día Del Niño

Join the Chicano Humanities and Arts Council and Su Teatro for Día Del Niño!

Día Del Niño, also known as Children’s Day, is a yearly observance in Mexico that takes place on the last day of April. This day is meant to celebrate and uplift the children in our lives and to spend the day engaging in fun activities, eating good food, and spending time with family.

Join CHAC Gallery and Su Teatro for a day of art workshops, theater performances, face painting, a dance performance by No “MO” Violence Cultural Dance Group, games, paletas, DJ Big Moe, and Grupo Huitzilopochtli!

Event is free to the public!

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Paint Your Pussy! Paint & Sip Class
Apr
25
6:30 PM18:30

Paint Your Pussy! Paint & Sip Class

Embrace body positivity this women's month and paint your pussy! Learn basic acrylic painting and how to love your vagina as art!

Embrace your inner Georgia O' Keeffe and paint your pussy! Be proud of your femininity and take on body positivity this month! Learn basic acrylic painting techniques while learning to love and appreciate the beauty of the vagina! You can paint off of memory or bring a photo at your own discretion.

Paint and sip! One glass of house wine included in ticket sale.

This class is great for beginner or experienced artists alike!

All supplies are included in ticket price!

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Annual Frames + Games Film Festival
Apr
25
4:00 PM16:00

Annual Frames + Games Film Festival

2025 Annual Frames + Games Film Festival | Friday April 25th 2025 | 4PM - 8PM |

Join us to celebrate the incredible talent of RMCAD's Animation + Game Art students at the 2025 Frames + Games Festival! Experience a showcase of their hard work on the big screen, featuring the latest projects from our ANGA students and alumni. Enjoy food and refreshments, followed by a special guest speaker (TBA), and a screening of their impressive work!

Timeline:
4pm-4:45pm - Food and Mingling, Guests Take their seats
4:45pm-5:45pm - John Musker short film and presentation
5:45pm-6:45pm - Animation & Game Art Student Presentations
6:45pm-7pm - Student Awards
7pm-7:30pm - Meet & Greet with John Musker

Located in Mary Harris Auditorium on RMCAD Campus!

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