Portrait Painting from References
2024-04-25 10:00 - 2024-04-27 15:00 (America/Denver) | Foothills Art Center – Creative Campus, 809 Fifteenth Street, Golden, CO, 80401, United States
Many times, we use photographs or artwork we admire as the basis for a portrait painting out of necessity. On Day One of this workshop, we’ll review the basics of portrait painting in general, such as proportion, composition, and getting the most out of the reference, then paint the foundation on our canvas or panel. On Day Two, we bring the portrait to completion in harmony, color, and finishing strokes.
This is a working experience for acrylic and oil painters. Bring your image resources, painting surface, and paints. It is suggested that you have a working understanding of your materials. This workshop is limited to eight (8) artists.
Thursday, April 25th & Saturday, April 27th.
10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Creator Members $200/ Catalyst & Explorer Members $250 / Non-Members $290
***To receive the member / open studio rate – please “login” the upper right-hand corner of this page with the email associated with your membership***

*SOLD OUT* Members' Trip - Ghost Ranch with Janet Nunn
2024-05-02 13:00 - 2024-05-05 14:00
Foothills Art Center Trip to Ghost Ranch
May 2nd – 5th, 2024
Join Foothills Art Center for a watercolour painting trip with Janet Nunn to the Ghost Ranch area in Northern New Mexico. We will paint plein-air in Ghost Ranch and the surrounding area, staying in Abiquiu, at the Abiquiu Inn, which is right next door to Georgia O’Keefe’s home and studio. This special place of red canyons, majestic mesas and amazing skies is a perfect setting for painting big with Janet Nunn.
Trip includes:
• Three Nights’ Hotel Room and taxes https://www.abiquiuinn.com
• Painting Instruction with Janet Nunn
• Thursday Welcome Drinks and Appetizers, Followed by Dinner
• Breakfast Friday and Saturday
• Entrance Fees to Ghost Ranch https://www.ghostranch.org
• Friday Lunch at Ghost Ranch
• Friday Night Dinner
• Saturday Lunch
• Brunch Sunday Morning
• Large Watercolour Paper and Dr. PhMartins Paints
Double (each for shared room) Single
Total Trip Cost $1,160 $1,480
Deposit Double $660 Single $980
Remaining Balance Double $500 Single $500
Space on the trip to Ghost Ranch is very limited (only 12 participants) and will sell out fast! A deposit will be due at the time of the reservation with the remaining balance due in March 2024.
NOT INCLUDED IN THE TRIP
• Transportation to and from Abiquiu and during the trip
Entrance Fees to Ojo Caliente
• Dinner on Saturday Evening

Golden StArt with Jenny Wilson
2024-05-03 08:00 - 09:00 | Foothills Art Center, 809 15th Street, Golden, CO, 80401, United States
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 grab a cup of coffee with artist, Jenny on Friday, May 3rd at 8 am.
Jenny Wilson, inspired by the natural world and the interplay of light and dark in the sky and horizon lines, creates paintings that evoke wonder and contemplation. Viewers are invited to lose themselves in the vast landscapes portrayed, capturing the essence of the world through subtle sunset hues to the deep blues of a stormy sea.
With a carefully honed creative process, Jenny works on multiple pieces simultaneously, using black-and-white photos of places as compositional references. Employing techniques like scumbling with a dry brush and utilizing t-shirt rags for paint application and removal, she achieves a luminous quality through the use of a satin medium for blending.
What sets Jenny Wilson apart is her ability to capture the intangible qualities of nature—air, water, earth, and atmosphere. Her paintings transcend mere representations of physical landscapes, becoming expressions of the emotions and sensations evoked by the natural world. Whether depicting memories or crafting entirely new landscapes, each work carries a profound reverence for nature’s spiritual and emotional resonance.

Alternative Printmaking Techniques
2024-05-04 10:00 - 2024-05-05 16:00 | Foothills Art Center – Creative Campus, 809 Fifteenth Street, Golden, CO, 80401, United States
Printing making is transferring an image from a matrix onto another surface. In this class we will explore that transfer process in a very loose and experimental way, using
simple tools and techniques that yield surprising results. Think monotypes, collagraphs, gelatin prints, making and using stencils, making and using stamps, found objects, positive and negative shapes.
Participants will build leave with an arsenal of shapes and tools to cross pollinate the various techniques. The stamp and stencil shapes become part of your visual vocabulary. We will create a stack o’ prints on a variety of papers. Come and be part of
this creative experimentation.
All levels welcome, all materials provided with a $30 fee to instructor, bring a sack lunch for Saturday, take home your prints on Sunday.
Saturday, May 4, 10am-4pm
Sunday, May 5, 12pm-4pm
$280 non members/ $220 members
***To receive the member rate – please “login” in the upper right-hand corner of this page with the email associated with your membership***

The Principles of Artistic Expression - May
2024-05-06 17:30 - 20:00 | Foothills Art Center – Creative Campus, 809 Fifteenth Street, Golden, CO, 80401, 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 refining a style uniquely your own. As we explore the potential for self-expression in our visual language, each session we work on practical applications, with demonstrations, of essential means of artistic expression: composition, edges, shapes, values, color, light, and subject matter. We always set aside time for sensible, encouraging feedback on participants’ artwork. All mediums are welcome, including oil, acrylic, pastel, watercolor, fabric, and paper-based arts.
Monday nights from 5:30pm-8:00pm
@ FOOTHILLS ART CENTER
May 6th, May 13th, May 20th, May 27th
Creator Members $40/ Catalyst & Explorer Members $80 / Non Members $110
***To receive the member / open studio rate – please “login” the upper right-hand corner of this page with the email associated with your membership***

Continuing Exploration of the Elements of Art - May
2024-05-07 17:30 - 20:00 | Foothills Art Center – Creative Campus, 809 Fifteenth Street, Golden, CO, 80401, 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 and works in progress, followed by an exploration of a specific element of art that helps make for compelling work. The night includes a painting demonstration focused on the specific topic of the week. Continuing Exploration is an enjoyable, supportive group experience and all mediums are represented.
Tuesday nights from 5:30pm-8:00pm
@ FOOTHILLS ART CENTER
May 7th, May 14th, May 21st, May 28th
Creator Members $40/ Catalyst & Explorer Members $80 / Non Members $110
***To receive the member / open studio rate – please “login” the upper right-hand corner of this page with the email associated with your membership***

Creative Campus - Founders Circle Opening
2024-05-16 17:00 - 20:00 | Foothills Art Center – Creative Campus, 809 Fifteenth Street, Golden, CO, 80401, United States
Join us for the Founders Circle Opening of the Creative Campus and explore our renovated space! The Creative Campus is home to vibrant art classes, studio artists, and a diverse range of educational programs.

Creative Campus - Members Opening
2024-05-17 12:00 - 19:00 | Foothills Art Center – Creative Campus, 809 Fifteenth Street, Golden, CO, 80401, United States
Attend our Member Opening of the Creative Campus with the whole family! The Creative Campus is home to vibrant art classes, studio artists, and a diverse range of educational programs.
At the Member Opening, you’ll have the chance to meet and greet the Creative Campus Studio Artists, buy art from Open Studio artists, and see pottery demos in the ceramics studio.
*This is a Members only event! If you are not a Member, join today at foothillsartcenter.org/join.

Creative Campus - Public Open House
2024-05-18 10:00 - 17:00 | Foothills Art Center – Creative Campus, 809 Fifteenth Street, Golden, CO, 80401, United States
Join us for a Public Open House at our Creative Campus! As a hub for vibrant art classes, studio artists, and diverse educational programs, the Creative Campus invites you to explore its offerings. During the Public Open House, you’ll have the opportunity to mingle with the Creative Campus Studio Artists, purchase art from Open Studio artists, and see pottery demos in the ceramics studio.

WHEEL-THROWING - All levels - Monday Nights
2024-05-20 17:30 - 20:00 | Foothills Art Center – Creative Campus, 809 Fifteenth Street, Golden, CO, 80401, 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 use of equipment, safety and management of materials. Instructors will work with individual students at the student’s level, Beginner, Intermediate or Advanced. Students are also encouraged to explore their own creativity. The class provides one 25-pound bag of clay, use of all studio equipment and tools and firing of all work made during class or lab/open studio.
Additional bags of clay can be purchased for $15 each during class.
Open Studio takes place Saturdays from 9am-5pm for each week that classes are active. Students must sign up and pay for the open studio before their first class takes place in order to attend. Open studio time is only open to students that are concurrently taking a class.
$250 members, $310 non-members
Mondays:
May 20, 27, June 3, 10, 17
5:30pm-8:00pm
***To receive the member / open studio rate – please “login” the upper right-hand corner of this page with the email associated with your membership***

WHEEL-THROWING - All levels - Tuesday Nights
2024-05-21 17:30 - 20:00 | Foothills Art Center – Creative Campus, 809 Fifteenth Street, Golden, CO, 80401, 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 use of equipment, safety and management of materials. Instructors will work with individual students at the student’s level, Beginner, Intermediate or Advanced. Students are also encouraged to explore their own creativity. The class provides one 25-pound bag of clay, use of all studio equipment and tools and firing of all work made during class or lab/open studio.
Additional bags of clay can be purchased for $15 each during class.
Open Studio takes place Saturdays from 9am-5pm for each week that classes are active. Students must sign up and pay for the open studio before their first class takes place in order to attend. Open studio time is only open to students that are concurrently taking a class.
Classes:
$250 members, $310 non-members
Tuesdays:
May 21, 28, June 4, 11, 18
5:30pm-8:00pm
***To receive the member / open studio rate – please “login” the upper right-hand corner of this page with the email associated with your membership***

WHEEL-THROWING - All levels - Wednesday Nights
2024-05-22 17:30 - 20:00 | Foothills Art Center – Creative Campus, 809 Fifteenth Street, Golden, CO, 80401, 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 use of equipment, safety and management of materials. Instructors will work with individual students at the student’s level, Beginner, Intermediate or Advanced. Students are also encouraged to explore their own creativity. The class provides one 25-pound bag of clay, use of all studio equipment and tools and firing of all work made during class or lab/open studio.
Additional bags of clay can be purchased for $15 each during class.
Open Studio takes place Saturdays from 9am-5pm for each week that classes are active. Students must sign up and pay for the open studio before their first class takes place in order to attend. Open studio time is only open to students that are concurrently taking a class.
Classes:
$250 members, $310 non-members
Wednesdays:
May 22, 29, June 5, 12, 19
5:30pm-8:00pm
***To receive the member / open studio rate – please “login” the upper right-hand corner of this page with the email associated with your membership***

Astor House - Founders Circle Opening
2024-05-23 17:00 - 20:00 | Foothills Art Center – Astor House, 1133 Arapahoe Street, Golden, CO, 80401, United States
Be the first to experience the brand-new Astor House! The Astor House will proudly showcase our exhibitions, opening with three shows: The 20th Annual Mile High International Pastel Society Exhibition, Moose Cain: Sjón – A Solar System of Vision, and John Taylor Wagner.

WHEEL-THROWING - All levels - Thursday Nights
2024-05-23 17:30 - 20:00 | Foothills Art Center – Creative Campus, 809 Fifteenth Street, Golden, CO, 80401, 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 use of equipment, safety and management of materials. Instructors will work with individual students at the student’s level, Beginner, Intermediate or Advanced. Students are also encouraged to explore their own creativity. The class provides one 25-pound bag of clay, use of all studio equipment and tools and firing of all work made during class or lab/open studio.
Additional bags of clay can be purchased for $15 each during class.
Open Studio takes place Saturdays from 9am-5pm for each week that classes are active. Students must sign up and pay for the open studio before their first class takes place in order to attend. Open studio time is only open to students that are concurrently taking a class.
$250 members, $310 non-members
Thursdays:
May 23, 30, June 6, 13, 20
5:30pm-8:00pm
***To receive the member / open studio rate – please “login” the upper right-hand corner of this page with the email associated with your membership***

Astor House - Members Opening
2024-05-24 17:00 - 20:00 | Foothills Art Center – Astor House, 1133 Arapahoe Street, Golden, CO, 80401, United States
Be among the first to experience the brand-new Astor House at our Member Opening. The Astor House will proudly showcase our exhibitions, opening with three shows: The 20th Annual Mile High International Pastel Exhibition, Moose Cain-Rodenfels: Sjón – A Solar System of Vision, and John Taylor Wagner. Join us to indulge in light refreshments and explore the space ahead of everyone else!

Ceramics Open Studio - Saturdays
2024-05-25 09:00 - 17:00 | Foothills Art Center – Creative Campus, 809 Fifteenth Street, Golden, CO, 80401, 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 9am to 5pm.
Students may use the open studio any time within these hours, but will be limited to 2 hour sessions if there are students waiting to use the throwing wheels.
Saturdays:
May 25, June 1, 8, 15, 22
9:00am-5:00pm
$50 for students currently enrolled in a Creative Campus pottery class.

Astor House - Public Opening
2024-05-25 10:00 - 17:00 | Foothills Art Center – Astor House, 1133 Arapahoe Street, Golden, CO, 80401, United States
Join us for the public opening of Astor House! Check out the new space and view our three inaugural exhibitions—The 20th Annual Mile High International Pastel Exhibition, Moose Cain-Rodenfels: Sjón – A Solar System of Vision, and John Taylor Wagner.

Youth Summer Classes - SOLD OUT
2024-06-03 09:00 - 2024-08-02 16:00 | Foothills Art Center – Creative Campus, 809 Fifteenth Street, Golden, CO, 80401, 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.

The Principles of Artistic Expression - June
2024-06-03 17:30 - 20:00
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 refining a style uniquely your own. As we explore the potential for self-expression in our visual language, each session we work on practical applications, with demonstrations, of essential means of artistic expression: composition, edges, shapes, values, color, light, and subject matter. We always set aside time for sensible, encouraging feedback on participants’ artwork. All mediums are welcome, including oil, acrylic, pastel, watercolor, fabric, and paper-based arts.
Monday nights from 5:30pm-8:00pm
@ FOOTHILLS ART CENTER
June 3rd, 10th, 17th, 24th
Creator Members $40/ Catalyst & Explorer Members $80 / Non Members $110
***To receive the member / open studio rate – please “login” the upper right-hand corner of this page with the email associated with your membership***

Continuing Exploration of the Elements of Art - June
2024-06-04 17:30 - 20:00
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 and works in progress, followed by an exploration of a specific element of art that helps make for compelling work. The night includes a painting demonstration focused on the specific topic of the week. Continuing Exploration is an enjoyable, supportive group experience and all mediums are represented.
Tuesday nights from 5:30pm-8:00pm
@ FOOTHILLS ART CENTER
June 4th, 11th, 18th, 25th
Creator Members $40/ Catalyst & Explorer Members $80 / Non Members $110
***To receive the member / open studio rate – please “login” the upper right-hand corner of this page with the email associated with your membership***

Golden StArt with Karin Soderholm
2024-06-06 15:00 - 17:00
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 us for drinks and apps with artist, Karin on Thursday, June 6th at 3 pm.

2024 ARTSWEEK: Golden City Brewery Give Back Day
2024-06-17 11:00 - 19:00
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, and kick off artsweek!

Golden City Brewery, 920 12th St Building 2, Golden, CO 80401
11 am – 7 pm

Sketch and Paint On The Go with Janet Nunn @ Golden City Brewery
2024-06-17 13:00 - 17:00
Sketch and paint on a small sketchbook. Learn how to paint on the go. Paint with a sketchbook, sharpie, and travel paints. What a way to experience more of your travels or pleasant afternoons than with a sketch. This class includes a sketchbook, sharpie, and a travel set of paints. At the end of class, a refreshment is provided by Golden City Brewery. All you need is a small watercolor brush.
This workshop takes place on June 17, 2024, from 1pm-5pm in person at Golden City Brewery
Members $90/ Friends & Non members $120
***To receive the member rate – please “login” in the upper right-hand corner of this page with the email associated with your membership***

2024 ARTSWEEK: Aerialist at The Golden Mill
2024-06-19 18:00 - 20:00 | Golden Mill, 1012 Ford St, Golden, CO, 1012 Ford Street, Golden, CO, 80401, United States
Watch aerialists fly high and dance in the sky from The Circus Foundry.

2024 ARTSWEEK: Golden Mill Give Back Day
2024-06-19 18:00 - 20:00 | Golden Mill, 1012 Ford St, Golden, CO, 1012 Ford Street, Golden, CO, 80401, United States
On Wednesday, June 19th, the Golden Mill is continuing their support for Foothills Art Center during ARTSWEEK by donating a portion of their sales. Join us for an awe-inspiring performance by The Circus Foundry’s aerialists, soaring high and dancing in the sky, starting at 6 pm

Golden Mill, 1012 Ford St, Golden, CO 80401
6-8 pm
FREE, RSVP recommended but not required

2024 ARTSWEEK: Sketching Along the Creek
2024-06-21 10:00 - 12:00
Join local artist Pat Conrad on a plein air sketching walk along Clear Creek. We will stop in a few locations to do some drawings and learn techniques. Make sure to bring a pencil, sharpener and a sketch book!

2024 ARTSWEEK GOLDEN FESTIVAL
2024-06-22 09:00 - 2024-06-23 17:00
Located in the heart of downtown Golden with 70 artist booths, all within easy walking distance of the dozen restaurants and outdoor cafes and five craft beer gardens.

9am-5pm
12th & Arapahoe, Golden, Colorado

Getting to the Event and Parking
FREE PARKING OPTIONS

Ride your bike and park securely at one of the NEW on-site bike racks you will find at the event! Be sure to bring your bike lock!
Drive to a satellite lot and take the FREE SHUTTLE. Park conveniently and free of charge at the Jefferson County Human Services building, (900 Jefferson County Parkway, Golden, 80401) (MAP) and hop on the free, dedicated shuttle right to the entrance of the event. Shuttles run continuously for the duration of the event.
Ride the RTD W Line to the Jefferson County Government Center/Golden Station and hop on the free shuttle which will run continuously for the duration of the event.

If you have to drive, there are public parking options walkable to the event:
FREE PARKING OPTIONS

Clear Creek Lot –Space is limited, and it fills up quickly. (MAP) Located at 10th Street and Archer Street
Colorado School of Mines Lot K –(MAP) Located at the corner of 11th Street and Maple Streets

PAID PARKING OPTIONS

Jackson Street North Public Garage (MAP) located on Jackson Street between 11th and 12th Streets. Offers paid parking using a parking app or kiosk.
Jackson Street South Public Garage (MAP) located on Jackson Street between 12th and 13th Streets. Offers paid parking using a parking app or kiosk.
Street Parking – all of downtown Golden and the 10th Street corridor is paid parking. Use the kiosk or the HONK parking app.
Colorado School of Mines Garage at McNeil Hall (MAP) offers paid parking using a parking app.

For more information about prices and where to park, visit the Park Golden website.

WHEEL-THROWING - All levels - Monday Nights
2024-07-08 17:30 - 20:00 | Foothills Art Center – Creative Campus, 809 Fifteenth Street, Golden, CO, 80401, United States
WHEEL-THROWING ALL LEVELS
SUMMER SESSION 2
***THIS CLASS IS CURRENTLY IN SESSION. PLEASE SIGN UP FOR THE NEXT SESSION ON THE CALENDAR***
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 use of equipment, safety and management of materials. Instructors will work with individual students at the student’s level, Beginner, Intermediate or Advanced. Students are also encouraged to explore their own creativity. The class provides one 25-pound bag of clay, use of all studio equipment and tools and firing of all work made during class or lab/open studio.
Additional bags of clay can be purchased for $18 each during class.
Open Studio takes place Saturdays from 9am-5pm for each week that classes are active. Students must sign up and pay for the open studio before their first class takes place in order to attend. Open studio time is only open to students that are concurrently taking a class.
Classes:
$250 members, $310 non-members
Mondays:
July 8, 15, 22, 29, August 5
5:30pm-8:00pm
***To receive the member / open studio rate – please “login” the upper right-hand corner of this page with the email associated with your membership***

WHEEL-THROWING - All levels - Tuesday Nights
2024-07-09 17:30 - 20:00 | Foothills Art Center – Creative Campus, 809 Fifteenth Street, Golden, CO, 80401, United States
WHEEL-THROWING ALL LEVELS
SUMMER SESSION 2
***THIS CLASS IS CURRENTLY IN SESSION. PLEASE SIGN UP FOR THE NEXT SESSION ON THE CALENDAR***
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 use of equipment, safety and management of materials. Instructors will work with individual students at the student’s level, Beginner, Intermediate or Advanced. Students are also encouraged to explore their own creativity. The class provides one 25-pound bag of clay, use of all studio equipment and tools and firing of all work made during class or lab/open studio.
Additional bags of clay can be purchased for $18 each during class.
Open Studio takes place Saturdays from 9am-5pm for each week that classes are active. Students must sign up and pay for the open studio before their first class takes place in order to attend. Open studio time is only open to students that are concurrently taking a class.
Classes:
$250 members, $310 non-members
Tuesdays:
July 9, 16, 23, 30, August 6
5:30pm-8:00pm
***To receive the member / open studio rate – please “login” the upper right-hand corner of this page with the email associated with your membership***

WHEEL-THROWING - All levels - Wednesday Nights
2024-07-10 17:30 - 20:00 | Foothills Art Center – Creative Campus, 809 Fifteenth Street, Golden, CO, 80401, United States
WHEEL-THROWING ALL LEVELS
SUMMER SESSION 2
***THIS CLASS IS CURRENTLY IN SESSION. PLEASE SIGN UP FOR THE NEXT SESSION ON THE CALENDAR***
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 use of equipment, safety and management of materials. Instructors will work with individual students at the student’s level, Beginner, Intermediate or Advanced. Students are also encouraged to explore their own creativity. The class provides one 25-pound bag of clay, use of all studio equipment and tools and firing of all work made during class or lab/open studio.
Additional bags of clay can be purchased for $18 each during class.
Open Studio takes place Saturdays from 9am-5pm for each week that classes are active. Students must sign up and pay for the open studio before their first class takes place in order to attend. Open studio time is only open to students that are concurrently taking a class.
Classes:
$250 members, $310 non-members
Wednesdays:
July 10, 17, 24, 31, August 7
5:30pm-8:00pm
***To receive the member / open studio rate – please “login” the upper right-hand corner of this page with the email associated with your membership***
