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  • January 2025

  • Mon 6

    The Fundamental Principles of Art – January 2025

    January 6, 2025 @ 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm The Fundamental Principles of Art – January 2025
    Foothills Art Center - Creative Campus 809 Fifteenth Street, Golden, CO, United States

    Creative Campus Open Studio Room January 6th, 13th, 20th, and 27th Monday Nights 5:30 - 7:30 pm Whether you're beginning your artistic journey, returning to your art after some time

  • Tue 7

    *SOLD OUT* Spring 1 Wheel-Throwing – Tuesday Mornings

    January 7, 2025 @ 10:00 am - 12:30 pm Spring 1 Wheel-Throwing – Tuesday Mornings
    Foothills Art Center 809 15th Street, Golden, CO, United States

    WHEEL-THROWING ALL LEVELS   SPRING SESSION 1   This class is designed for the beginner, as well as intermediate and advanced students. Students must be 18 years of age or

  • Tue 7

    Exploring the Elements of Art – January 2025

    January 7, 2025 @ 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm Exploring the Elements of Art – January 2025

    Creative Campus Open Studio Room January 7th, 14th, 21th, and 28th Tuesday Nights 5:30 - 7:30 pm   Artists take on advanced explorations in the elements of art, with an

  • Tue 7

    *SOLD OUT* Spring 1 Wheel-Throwing – Tuesday Evenings

    January 7, 2025 @ 5:30 pm - 8:00 pm Spring 1 Wheel-Throwing – Thursday Evenings
    Foothills Art Center 809 15th Street, Golden, CO, United States

    WHEEL-THROWING INTERMEDIATE/ADVANCED   SPRING SESSION 1   This class is designed for experienced wheel-throwing students. Students must be 18 years of age or older. Instruction will be in throwing more

  • Thu 9

    Intro to Portraits in Watercolor

    Featured January 9, 2025 @ 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm Intro to Portraits in Watercolor
    Foothills Art Center - Creative Campus 809 Fifteenth Street, Golden, CO, United States

    Learn the basics of painting the human face in watercolor in this four week class. Students are given step by step instruction on anatomy, drawing and painting the human face.

  • Sat 11

    Spring 1 Ceramics Open Studio – Saturdays

    January 11, 2025 @ 9:00 am - 5:00 pm Spring 1 Ceramics Open Studio – Saturdays
    Foothills Art Center 809 15th Street, Golden, CO, United States

    SATURDAY CERAMICS OPEN STUDIO   SPRING SESSION 1   This is designed to be a work and practice time for students concurrently enrolled in a Creative Campus ceramics/wheel-throwing class. Studio

  • Sat 11

    EnVision Boards, Collage Workshop

    January 11, 2025 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
    Foothills Art Center - Creative Campus 809 Fifteenth Street, Golden, CO, United States

    Create an original piece of art using images to dream, conceive, conjure, imagine or manifest who you are or what you want to be. Collage artist, Erika Vassallo, will lead

  • February 2025

  • Sat 1

    February Collage Workshops

    February 1, 2025 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm February Collage Workshops

    FEBRUARY COLLAGE WORKSHOPS! - Memory and Nostalgia Two classes for one fee, Saturdays 1 & 15 FebruaryExplore themes of Memory and Nostalgia using a variety of papers and images to

  • Sat 1

    Hot Art: Basic Encaustic Techniques 2025

    February 1, 2025 @ 10:00 am - February 2, 2025 @ 4:00 pm
    Foothills Art Center - Creative Campus 809 Fifteenth Street, Golden, CO, United States

    Hot Art: Basic Encaustic Techniques *Two Day Class* February 1st and 2nd, 2025 Saturday 10:00am- 4:00pm Sunday 12:00pm-4:00pm All levels, no experience necessary. This should be the first encaustic class

  • Sun 2

    February – An Inside Look at Reduction

    February 2, 2025 @ 1:00 pm - 3:30 pm February – An Inside Look at Reduction
    Foothills Art Center 809 15th Street, Golden, CO, United States

    An Inside Look At ReductionFebruary SessionThis class will explore reduction firing and glazing. Students must be 18 years or older. Students will create their own pottery and forms and learn

  • Mon 3

    The Fundamental Principles of Art – February 2025

    February 3, 2025 @ 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm The Fundamental Principles of Art – February 2025

    Creative Campus Open Studio RoomFebruary 3, 10, 17, 24Monday Nights 5:30 - 7:30 pmWhether you're beginning your artistic journey, returning to your art after some time off, or simply interested

  • Tue 4

    Exploring the Elements of Art – February 2025

    February 4, 2025 @ 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm Exploring the Elements of Art – February 2025

    Creative Campus Open Studio Room February 4, 11, 18, 25 Tuesday Nights 5:30 - 7:30 pm   Artists take on advanced explorations in the elements of art, with an emphasis

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Step into the studio and let nature lead the way i Step into the studio and let nature lead the way in Amazing Gardens Printmaking with Victoria Eubanks.

Held over two days, this hands-on workshop explores printmaking using gelatin plates and natural plant materials. Leaves, blooms, and roots become your tools as you layer color and texture with acrylic paint to create unique, organic designs.

Saturday, April 18th 12pm-4pm
Sunday, April 19th 12pm-4pm

$250 Members | $300 Non-Members (+$35 materials fee)
Coming soon, Rocky Mountain Muses: Rob Bell On vi Coming soon, Rocky Mountain Muses: Rob Bell

On view April 11 – June 28

With years of dedication to mastering the human form, Rob Bell brings a contemporary edge to figure painting through bold color, precise rendering, and striking backdrops. His work elevates the traditional nude into dramatic, expressive portraits that feel both timeless and modern.
SPARK! returns on Wednesday, April 8 from 1:00–2 SPARK! returns on Wednesday, April 8 from 1:00–2:30 pm at the Foothills Art Center Astor House.

Designed for individuals experiencing early-stage Alzheimer’s or dementia, along with their caregivers, this free program offers a welcoming and engaging way to connect through art. Each session includes a guided gallery experience, meaningful conversation, and a hands-on art activity inspired by the exhibitions on view—plus complimentary refreshments and time to connect with others.

Members: Free / Friend & Non-Members: Free
Tots & Art Thursday is back on Thursday, April 2 f Tots & Art Thursday is back on Thursday, April 2 from 10:30–11:30 am at the Foothills Art Center Astor House.

This free, monthly program features story time paired with a hands on art activity inspired by the book of the day designed to spark creativity, encourage sensory play, and introduce little ones to art in a fun, welcoming environment.

Free | All are welcome
Get out into nature and learn to capture the momen Get out into nature and learn to capture the moment in front of you with our En Plein Air classes!

Wednesday, April 8th & 15th 9am-12pm

Creator Member $60 / Explorer & Catalyst Members $100 / Friends & Non-Members $140

Hosted by @jmichaelgatlin
Last chance to see Power of Process: A Jeffco Scho Last chance to see Power of Process: A Jeffco School Exhibition at the Astor House before it’s gone on April 10th!

This exhibit showcases the outstanding works from student and teachers in the Jeffco school system.

Come see it before it’s gone!
Join Lynn Allbright on Thursday, April 2 from 5:00 Join Lynn Allbright on Thursday, April 2 from 5:00–7:00 pm for a hands-on introduction to the art of bonsai at the Foothills Art Center Creative Campus.

Learn the fundamentals of shaping, pruning, and caring for your own miniature tree in a relaxed, all levels workshop. Through our Buy One, Give One model, your spot also sponsors a Colorado School of Mines student to take part.

$100 Members | $125 Non-Members
All materials included
Discover the beauty in imperfection at Modern Kint Discover the beauty in imperfection at Modern Kintsugi with instructor J. Michael Gatlin.

On Thursday, April 2 from 1:00–3:00 pm, explore this centuries-old Japanese practice of repairing broken ceramics. Through a modern approach to this traditional art form, you’ll create your own restored piece while reflecting on the value of care, history, and imperfection.

Foothills Art Center – Creative Campus
$100 Members | $140 Non-Members (+$22 materials fee)
All levels welcome
As Foothills Art Center’s Ceramics Arts Coordina As Foothills Art Center’s Ceramics Arts Coordinator, Jordan Hawks has been putting in the work to make the ceramics studio more than just a classroom, it’s becoming a true creative destination.

Schedule one of our many ceramics classes and make some art with Jordan today!
We were honored to be part of Golden’s Empty Bow We were honored to be part of Golden’s Empty Bowls event. Our own Judy Madison and Jordan Hawks created and donated more than 250 handmade ceramic bowls for the fundraiser, each one crafted with care for the occasion.

Guests selected a bowl and enjoyed soup from local Golden restaurants, helping raise funds and awareness to support neighbors in our community. It was a meaningful day of art, generosity, and coming together for a great cause.
Curious about watercolor? Join professional artist Curious about watercolor? Join professional artist J. Michael Gatlin for a free Watercolor Studio: Gratis Session on Saturday, March 21 from 9:00 am–12:00 pm at the Foothills Art Center Creative Campus.

This relaxed open studio is perfect for beginners and anyone looking to experiment with watercolor in a welcoming environment. Bring your curiosity, try out the medium, and enjoy a morning of creative exploration with guidance from an experienced instructor.

Free | All skill levels welcome
Artist submissions are now open for the Artsweek G Artist submissions are now open for the Artsweek Golden Festival!

If you’re an artist looking to share your work with thousands of festival-goers, this is your chance to be part of one of Golden’s most anticipated art events.

Deadline to apply: March 31, 2026�Application fee: $35

Submit your application and join us for Artsweek Golden.

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