Events Calendar
See all the events, classes, and exhibits happening now and in the future.
Calendar of Events
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Members’ Trip – Malta with Janet Nunn
Join Foothills Art Center for a watercolor painting trip to the Republic of Malta, an island country located in Southern Europe in the Mediterranean Sea. Once again, we will have
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After School Art Club: Spring Sessions
After School Art Club: Spring Sessions
After School Art Club: Spring Sessions Students Age 6 - 12 Tuesdays Session 1: 2/4, 2/11, 2/18, 2/25, 3/4 and 3/11 Thursdays in Session 1: 2/6, 2/13, 2/20, 2/27.
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Home School Art Club: Spring Sessions
Home School Art Club: Spring Sessions
Home School Art Club: Spring Sessions 12:30-2:00pm Students Age 6 - 12 Days in Session 1: 2/6, 2/13, 2/20, 2/27. 3/6, and 3/13 Days in Session 2: 3/27, 4/3, 4/10,
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Two Faced or More: Collage Workshops
Two Faced or More: Collage Workshops
MAY COLLAGE WORKSHOPS! Two Faced or MoreTwo classes for one fee, Saturdays 3 & 17 MayParticipants will use face images as the primary collage material. Using vintage and current images
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The Fundamental Principles of Art – May 2025
The Fundamental Principles of Art – May 2025
Creative Campus Open Studio Room May 5, 12, 19, 26 Monday Nights 5:30 - 7:30 pm Whether you're beginning your artistic journey, returning to your art after some time
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Exploring the Elements of Art – May 2025
Exploring the Elements of Art – May 2025
Creative Campus Open Studio Room May 6, 13, 20, 27 Tuesday Nights 5:30 - 7:30 pm Artists take on advanced explorations in the elements of art, with an emphasis on
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*SOLD OUT* Figure Drawing – May
*SOLD OUT* Figure Drawing – May
First Wednesday of select months, from 3-5pm. Please check our event calendar for specific dates. Facilitated, independent study of figure drawing with a professional nude fine arts model via Art of
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Painting Different Faces in Watercolor
Painting Different Faces in Watercolor
This fun 6 week class will take your portraits to a new level. Learn how to mix paints to create different skin and hair colors. Explore watercolor techniques for creating
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Gallery Tour – Power of Process: A Jeffco School Exhibition
Gallery Tour – Power of Process: A Jeffco School Exhibition
A Gallery Guide will lead you in a 25-minute tour, exploring exhibition themes and artworks through focused observation and engaging conversation.These tours are offered at 3pm on select Thursdays and
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*SOLD OUT* Summer 1 Wheel-Throwing – Tuesday Evenings
*SOLD OUT* Summer 1 Wheel-Throwing – Tuesday Evenings
WHEEL-THROWING INTERMEDIATE/ADVANCEDSUMMER SESSION 1This class is designed for experienced wheel-throwing students. Students must be 18 years of age or older, have taken at least one beginner clay course, and feel
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*SOLD OUT* Summer 1 Wheel-Throwing – Wednesday Evenings
*SOLD OUT* Summer 1 Wheel-Throwing – Wednesday Evenings
WHEEL-THROWING BEGINNER/ALL LEVELS SUMMER SESSION 1 Wednesdays: May 14, 21, 28, June 4, 11 5:30pm-8:00pm Classes: $215 members, $250 Friends/non-members This class is designed for the beginner student, but is
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Creative Campus – Spring Open House & Fundraiser
Creative Campus – Spring Open House & Fundraiser
Join us for a free evening of art, connection, and giving back on Friday, May 16, 4:00 - 7:00 PM at Foothills Art Center – Creative Campus. Help us reach
*SOLD OUT* Summer 1 Multigenerational Ceramics Class
*SOLD OUT* Summer 1 Multigenerational Ceramics Class
Multigenerational Ceramics ClassSUMMER SESSION 1Fridays 4pm-6pm:May 16, 23, 30, June 6, 13Summer Semester Ages 7+Join us for a family ceramics night and learn to make creative works with clay! This
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Summer 1 Ceramics Open Studio – Saturdays
Summer 1 Ceramics Open Studio – Saturdays
SATURDAY CERAMICS OPEN STUDIO SUMMER SESSION 1 Saturdays: May 17, 24, 31, June 7, 14 9:00am-5:00pm $95 for students currently enrolled in a Creative Campus pottery class. This is designed
Two Faced or More: Collage Workshops
Two Faced or More: Collage Workshops
MAY COLLAGE WORKSHOPS! Two Faced or MoreTwo classes for one fee, Saturdays 3 & 17 MayParticipants will use face images as the primary collage material. Using vintage and current images
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Golden StArt with Howard Paul
Golden StArt with Howard Paul
Tuesday, May 20th from 3-4pm Join us for a happy hour chat with Howard Paul, a respected Denver-based photographer and member of the American Society of Media Photographers Colorado. Howard
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Gallery Tour – Floating World – Russell C. Banks
Gallery Tour – Floating World – Russell C. Banks
A Gallery Guide will lead you in a 25-minute tour, exploring exhibition themes and artworks through focused observation and engaging conversation.These tours are offered at 3pm on select Thursdays and
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Power of Process: A Jeffco School Exhibition
February 22 – May 18
Jeffco Schools K-12 annual exhibition showcasing stand-out works of
Waypoint: From Sketch to Canvas
April 19 – July 6
Featuring the actual sketchbooks, interviews and larger works inspired by the sketches
Floating World – Russell C. Banks
May 24 – August 3
Captures surreal and magical moments of cruise ship vacations through candid photography.
Moe Scance
June 7 – August 24
Moe Scance reflects on her growth as an artist by reworking pieces from earlier in her career
Tom Van Der Sloot
July 26 – October 26
Creating vibrant neon-on-black scenes inspired by mythology and folk tales, Tom’s work evokes classic black light posters.
The Psychology of Adornment: Wearable Sculpture by Jesse Mathes
August 23- November 2
This exhibit explores the impact dramatic large-scale jewelry plays in interactions between the wearer and the viewer.
Sarah Tenney & Jenna Annunziato
September 6 – November 9
Painting on large wood cutouts, this two-woman will explore their feminine identity from their unique perspectives.
50th holiday art market
November 22 – December 29
Features works from over 100 Colorado artists in this festive Foothills Art Center tradition.
Decomposing/ Recomposing
October 5, 2024 – February 2, 2025
An exhibition by three women using found and original photography to create original compositions exploring the themes of memory, value and time. Featured artists: Gayle Gerson, Jean Hultkrans, and Kirsty Saalfrank.
Past Art Exhibitions
We pride ourselves on being the people’s art center. See how we’ve used past exhibits and events to shine a light on the creativity and beauty that surrounds us, and to introduce fresh ideas and perspectives to our community.
ARTSWEEK Golden
Join in a week-long celebration of the arts! Foothills Art Center kicks off the week with our ARTSWEEK GOLDEN Festival in downtown Golden. ARTSWEEK GOLDEN includes activities with aerialists- soaring through the sky, a film showcase, and sidewalk chalk masterpieces.
