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  • May 2024

  • Mon 27

    The Principles of Artistic Expression – May

    May 27, 2024 @ 5:30 pm - 8:00 pm The Principles of Artistic Expression – May
    Foothills Art Center - Creative Campus 809 Fifteenth Street, Golden, CO, United States

    Meeting on Monday nights, "The Principles of Artistic Expression" includes all those beginning to paint, returning to your art after a period of time, intending to strengthen your skills, or

  • Mon 27

    WHEEL-THROWING – All levels – Monday Nights

    May 27, 2024 @ 5:30 pm - 8:00 pm WHEEL-THROWING – All levels – Monday Nights
    Foothills Art Center - Creative Campus 809 Fifteenth Street, Golden, CO, United States

    WHEEL-THROWING ALL LEVELS This class is designed for the beginner, as well as intermediate and advanced students. The basics of throwing on the wheel will be covered as well as

  • Tue 28

    Continuing Exploration of the Elements of Art – May

    Featured May 28, 2024 @ 5:30 pm - 8:00 pm Continuing Exploration of the Elements of Art – May
    Foothills Art Center - Creative Campus 809 Fifteenth Street, Golden, CO, United States

    Meeting on Tuesday nights, "Continuing Exploration of the Elements of Art" builds on previous explorations in artistic self-expression. Each night we begin with a review of the previous week's artwork

  • Tue 28

    WHEEL-THROWING – All levels – Tuesday Nights

    May 28, 2024 @ 5:30 pm - 8:00 pm WHEEL-THROWING – All levels – Tuesday Nights
    Foothills Art Center - Creative Campus 809 Fifteenth Street, Golden, CO, United States

    WHEEL-THROWING ALL LEVELS This class is designed for the beginner, as well as intermediate and advanced students. The basics of throwing on the wheel will be covered as well as

  • Wed 29

    WHEEL-THROWING – All levels – Wednesday Nights

    May 29, 2024 @ 5:30 pm - 8:00 pm WHEEL-THROWING – All levels – Wednesday Nights
    Foothills Art Center - Creative Campus 809 Fifteenth Street, Golden, CO, United States

    WHEEL-THROWING ALL LEVELS This class is designed for the beginner, as well as intermediate and advanced students. The basics of throwing on the wheel will be covered as well as

  • Thu 30

    WHEEL-THROWING – All levels – Thursday Nights

    May 30, 2024 @ 5:30 pm - 8:00 pm WHEEL-THROWING – All levels – Thursday Nights
    Foothills Art Center - Creative Campus 809 Fifteenth Street, Golden, CO, United States

    WHEEL-THROWING ALL LEVELS This class is designed for the beginner, as well as intermediate and advanced students. The basics of throwing on the wheel will be covered as well as

  • June 2024

  • Sat 1

    Ceramics Open Studio – Saturdays

    June 1, 2024 @ 9:00 am - 5:00 pm Ceramics Open Studio – Saturdays
    Foothills Art Center - Creative Campus 809 Fifteenth Street, Golden, CO, United States

    CERAMICS OPEN STUDIO This is designed to be a work and practice time for students concurrently enrolled in a Creative Campus ceramics/wheel-throwing class. Studio will be proctored and open Saturdays

  • Mon 3

    Youth Summer Classes – SOLD OUT

    June 3, 2024 @ 9:00 am - August 2, 2024 @ 4:00 pm
    Foothills Art Center - Creative Campus 809 Fifteenth Street, Golden, CO, United States

    Summer Classes are SOLD OUT for 2024. If you have questions about a camp you have signed up for, please email our Education Coordinator, Wes at wes@foothillsartcenter.org.

  • Mon 3

    The Principles of Artistic Expression – June

    June 3, 2024 @ 5:30 pm - 8:00 pm The Principles of Artistic Expression – June

    Meeting on Monday nights, "The Principles of Artistic Expression" includes all those beginning to paint, returning to your art after a period of time, intending to strengthen your skills, or

  • Tue 4

    Continuing Exploration of the Elements of Art – June

    June 4, 2024 @ 5:30 pm - 8:00 pm Continuing Exploration of the Elements of Art – June

    Meeting on Tuesday nights, "Continuing Exploration of the Elements of Art" builds on previous explorations in artistic self-expression. Each night we begin with a review of the previous week's artwork

  • Thu 6

    Golden StArt with Karin Soderholm

    Featured June 6, 2024 @ 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm

    Golden StArt is a joint one-hour coffee meetup program designed to bring artists in the area together with the Golden community to meet and talk about art. Come and join

  • Mon 17

    2024 ARTSWEEK: Golden City Brewery Give Back Day

    Featured June 17, 2024 @ 11:00 am - 7:00 pm

    Your favorite brewery is supporting Foothills Art Center for ArtsWeek Golden by donating 10% of the proceeds to FAC. Stop by, hang out with friends, stock up on some cans,

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Tots & Art Thursday returns on May 7 from 10:30– Tots & Art Thursday returns on May 7 from 10:30–11:30 am at the Foothills Art Center Astor House.

This free, monthly program combines story time with a hands on art activity inspired by the book of the day. A great way for toddlers and their caregivers to explore and create together.

Free | All are welcome
Every story holds meaning. Contemplative Memoir wi Every story holds meaning. Contemplative Memoir with Peter Dunne offers a thoughtful space to reflect, write, and explore the experiences that shape who we are.
Meeting Wednesdays in May (May 6, 13, 20, 27 | 5:30–7:00 pm), this all-levels class guides participants through the process of uncovering and shaping personal stories.

$45 Members | $85 Non-Members
In his latest body of work, Tom Sarmo embraces the In his latest body of work, Tom Sarmo embraces the pure joy of exploration and experimentation. These imaginative pieces reflect a playful, curious approach to making—where process, discovery, and creative freedom take center stage.

Check out Aiming To Miss: Tom Sarmo, on view from May 2nd - July 12th
Celebrate art, creativity, and community at our Cr Celebrate art, creativity, and community at our Creative Campus Open House & Creative Canvas Fundraiser on Friday, May 8 from 4–7 pm. Explore the Creative Campus, tour artist studios, and get a behind-the-scenes look at classes and programs. 

Be part of the experience with Creative Canvas! We offer 60 blank 6×6 canvases for anyone to create your own artwork, and see it featured in a silent auction during the event. It’s a fun, hands-on way to support local artists and help expand access to the arts in our community.
POV: our intern Lily gives you a peek inside an ar POV: our intern Lily gives you a peek inside an art class. Sign up and try it for yourself!
On view April 11 – June 28, Rocky Mountain Muses On view April 11 – June 28, Rocky Mountain Muses: Rob Bell 

This exhibition showcases Rob Bell’s striking approach to the human form. Through bold color choices, refined technique, and dynamic backdrops, Bell transforms traditional figure painting into dramatic, contemporary portraits. Years of dedication to studying the figure are evident in each piece, where careful rendering meets expressive composition to create work that feels both powerful and intimate.

Come check it out at the Astor House!
Looking to kick start your creative practice? Intr Looking to kick start your creative practice? Introductory Artmaking: Basic Materials and Techniques of Painting and Drawing is a welcoming, all-levels class designed to build confidence and spark creativity.

Led by artist John Passaro, this four-week series meets Mondays in May (May 4, 11, 18, 25 | 4:00–5:00 pm) and explores the fundamentals of art,color, value, composition, line, and more. Whether you’re brand new or returning after time away, this class offers a supportive space to experiment, learn, and grow.

No materials? No problem! Basic supplies will be available to get you started.
As Foothills Art Center’s Education Coordinator, As Foothills Art Center’s Education Coordinator, Amanda Pfister plays a key role in bringing creativity to life for learners of all ages. From organizing classes and workshops to developing engaging programs, she helps create welcoming, hands-on experiences that connect our community with art.
Enjoy a late night at Foothills Art Center – Ast Enjoy a late night at Foothills Art Center – Astor House on Thursday, April 30 from 5:00–7:00 pm

Spend the evening exploring two exhibitions currently on view: the 2026 Members’ Show, featuring over 70 works from our talented artist community, and Rocky Mountain Muses: Rob Bell, a striking collection of contemporary figure paintings that transform the human form through bold color and composition.

Stop by, take your time in the galleries, and experience art after hours.

Free | No registration required
Go deeper into the work behind Rocky Mountain Muse Go deeper into the work behind Rocky Mountain Muses at an Artist Talk with Rob Bell on Saturday, April 18 from 2:00–3:00 pm at the Astor House.

Hear directly from the artist as he shares his journey, influences, and approach to portraying the human form through bold, layered compositions. From dual-figure symbolism to his use of mixed media and dimensional surfaces, Bell’s work explores connection, identity, and transformation in striking and unexpected ways.

Free to attend | All are welcome
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.

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