visual arts

Watercolor + Wine Series

November 9, 2021 by Jessica Cusick Leave a Comment

Join local watercolor artist, Karen Hill, for a step-by-step painting class. Karen guides the group through a watercolor painting from start to finish, giving instruction on setting up to paint, wash and watercolor painting techniques, composition, and more. Wine and beer are provided to participants 21 and older, so you can relax and create! All watercolor supplies and your drinks are included. Absolutely no watercolor experience is necessary!

In the Center’s King Community Room. 4:30 – 7:00 p.m. $55

Feb 9 (Wed) – theme TBD

Feb 16 (Wed) – theme TBD

March 2 (Wed)- theme TBD

March 16 (Wed) – theme TBD

PLEASE NOTE: Proof of vaccination or a negative COVID test must be shown for entry to events at the Center. See our current COVID policy HERE.

Simple Stencils: Discover the Joy of Stencil Layers with Laura Raborn

September 1, 2021 by Melissa Mason Leave a Comment

Per our building-wide COVID policy, MASKS will be required at this workshop.
*Please note that for larger events at the Center, proof of vaccination or a negative COVID test are required for entry. Read more HERE.

Get ready to be amazed as you watch your blank page transform into a multi-layered dynamic painting. In this class, students will learn to take the simple concept of using a stencil to create complex designs. First, we will design and create homemade stencils using recycled items such as styrofoam, card stock and packing materials. Then, using fast drying acrylic paint, the layering process begins! Best for beginning and intermediate students though all levels welcome who want to learn the joys of handmade stencils.

$65 includes all materials. REGISTER HERE

Instructor Bio:

Laura Raborn’s paintings have been exhibited in Arkansas, the U.S. and the Bahamas and are in multiple collections such as the CARTI Collection, the Arkansas Children’s Hospital and the Bill and Hillary Clinton private collection. Her work has earned numerous awards and she has a thriving portrait commission business, one of which was presented to the former Governor of Arkansas, Mike Beebe. An interview about her most recent work can be found at https://www.arkansasartscene.com/home/interview-with-artist-laura–raborn.

Her Little Rock studio is open for appointments and her paintings can be viewed at www.laurarabornart.com or by visiting Cantrell Gallery in Little Rock, AR, Justus Fine Art in Hot Springs, AR and Princess Street Gallery on Harbour Island in the Bahamas. To see process videos, interviews, studio shots and the most recent work, follow Laura on Instagram @lauraraborart.

Teaching Philosophy:

“I believe all people are able to learn how to use art materials in a successful way. For example, people who consider themselves to be “bad drawers” can often out perform a skilled or trained drawer when it comes to provocative, spontaneous line on a surface. In art making, there is something for everyone and being a teacher, particularly of a wide variety of methods and materials, allows me to help students find rewarding results and confidence.

The outcomes I expect when teaching are straightforward: for students to come away with new skills, for students to believe the workshop is worth their time, and to elevate each student’s view of their own value and ability as an artist.

CB ChalkWalk

June 19, 2021 by Melissa Mason Leave a Comment

The ChalkWalk, Crested Butte’s community art making event, is open to everyone! Join us on the sidewalks surrounding the Alpenglow Field, just outside the Center, to create your own work of art with high quality chalk pastel. All ages are welcome, and this year’s theme is BUGS!

Art Making hours are 10am – 4pm.
Register in advance online for $15 per individual, or $25 per group.
At the door is $20 per individual and $30 per group.

For those who choose to participate in the ChalkWalk competition, the judges will award cash prizes in the following categories at 5:30 pm at the Alpenglow Stage:

Kindergarten – 4th Grade | First Prize $25, Second Prize $15, Third Prize $10
5th – 8th Grade | First Prize $50, Second Prize $30, Third Prize $20
High School | First Prize $50, Second Prize $30, Third Prize $20
Adult | First Prize $75, Second Prize $50
Groups | First Prize $50, Second Prize $30

RAIN DATE IS MONDAY, JULY 5

THE CHALKWALK IS GENEROUSLY SPONSORED BY: