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  • December 2024

  • Fri 6

    Artist Demos at Holiday Art Market

    Featured December 6, 2024 @ 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm Artist Demos at Holiday Art Market
    Foothills Art Center - Astor House 1133 Arapahoe Street, Golden, CO, United States

    Join us at Foothills Art Center during select dates in December for live artist demonstrations from 3-5 pm! Experience firsthand how local artists create their unique works, from painting to

  • Sat 7

    Pictures with Santa 2024

    Featured December 7, 2024 @ 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
    Foothills Art Center - Astor House 1133 Arapahoe Street, Golden, CO, United States

    Spend some time with Santa before he drops down your chimney! He's stopping by Foothills Art Center for pictures from 1-3 pm! There are limited tickets, so snag your spot

  • Sat 14

    Holiday Frame Weaving 101

    December 14, 2024 @ 10:00 am - 1:00 pm
    Foothills Art Center 809 15th Street, Golden, CO, United States

    Saturday December 14th, 2024 10:00am - 1:00pm Main Classroom of the Creative Campus   This class will introduce students to introductory weaving techniques. Students will use a small and simple

  • 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

  • Wed 8

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

    January 8, 2025 @ 5:30 pm - 8:00 pm Spring 1 Wheel-Throwing – Wednesday Evenings
    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

  • Thu 9

    Spring 1 Wheel-Throwing – Thursday Mornings

    January 9, 2025 @ 10:00 am - 12:30 pm Spring 1 Wheel-Throwing – Thursday 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

  • Thu 9

    Spring 1 Ceramics Open Studio – Thursdays

    January 9, 2025 @ 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm Spring 1 Ceramics Open Studio – Thursdays
    Foothills Art Center 809 15th Street, Golden, CO, United States

    THURSDAY 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

  • 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.

  • Fri 10

    Spring 1 Multigenerational Ceramics Class

    January 10, 2025 @ 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm Spring 1 Multigenerational Ceramics Class
    Foothills Art Center 809 15th Street, Golden, CO, United States

    Multigenerational Ceramics Class   SPRING SESSION 1   Fridays 4pm-6pm: January 10, 17, 24, 31, February 7, 14, 21, 28   Spring Semester Ages 7+   Join us for a

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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.
Slow down and let your creativity bloom at Paper F Slow down and let your creativity bloom at Paper Flower Sculpture: Therapeutic Art Workshop with instructor Shelby Chenault.

On Saturday, March 21 from 1:00–3:30 pm, you’ll begin with gentle breath work and meditation before learning how to sculpt your own paper wildflowers, shaping petals and adding color and details that reflect your personal style.

Foothills Art Center – Creative Campus
$80 Members | $120 Non-Members (+$10 materials fee)
Meet the grown ups of Foothills Art Center! Meet the grown ups of Foothills Art Center!

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