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  • July 2024

  • Tue 9

    WHEEL-THROWING – All levels – Tuesday Nights

    July 9, 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 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

  • Wed 10

    WHEEL-THROWING – All levels – Wednesday Nights

    July 10, 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 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

  • Thu 11

    WHEEL-THROWING – All levels – Thursday Nights

    July 11, 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 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

  • Sat 13

    Ceramics Open Studio – Saturdays

    July 13, 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 CLASS IS CURRENTLY IN SESSION. PLEASE SIGN UP FOR THE NEXT SESSION ON THE CALENDAR*** This is designed to be a work and practice time for

  • Mon 22

    Golden StArt with Bonnie Campbell

    Featured July 22, 2024 @ 3:00 pm - 4:30 pm
    The Eddy Taproom & Hotel 1640 8th St, Golden, CO, United States

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

  • August 2024

  • Thu 1

    Last Look – 20th Annual Mile High International Pastel Exhibition

    Featured August 1, 2024 @ 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm
    Foothills Art Center - Astor House 1133 Arapahoe Street, Golden, CO, United States

    Join our Executive Director, Hassan Najjar, he leads an interactive group discussion on selected works from the 20th Annual Mile High International Pastel Exhibition.

  • Fri 9

    UNFRAMED Gala

    Featured August 9, 2024 @ 5:30 pm - 9:00 pm
    Green Center - Colorado School of Mines 924 16th St, Golden, CO

    Join us for an unforgettable evening of art, creativity, and community on Friday, August 9, 2024. This year's Gala will feature incredible music by Ricardo Pena Jazz Quartet and an

  • Fri 16

    Botanical Printmaking with Gelatin Plates

    Featured August 16, 2024 @ 10:00 am - 3:00 pm

    Celebrate the summer garden with this fast and fun printmaking process. We will be using gelatin plates, affectionately called “gellies” with water based media, a variety of papers and clippings

  • Sat 17

    Botanical Printmaking with Gelatin Plates

    Featured August 17, 2024 @ 10:00 am - 3:00 pm

    Celebrate the summer garden with this fast and fun printmaking process. We will be using gelatin plates, affectionately called “gellies” with water based media, a variety of papers and clippings

  • Sat 17

    Members’ Trip – Lake District and Yorkshire Dales

    Featured August 17, 2024 @ 2:00 pm - August 25, 2024 @ 2:15 pm

    Join Foothills Art Center for a watercolor painting trip to the Lake District and Yorkshire Dales region of Great Britain, with Phil Hobbs https://www.sablepointpress.co.uk/ and Raffaele Nobile of Tuscany in

  • Tue 20

    *SOLD OUT* WHEEL-THROWING – Tuesday Mornings

    August 20, 2024 @ 9:00 am - 11:30 am WHEEL-THROWING – Tuesday Mornings
    Foothills Art Center - Creative Campus 809 Fifteenth Street, Golden, CO, United States

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

  • Tue 20

    *SOLD OUT* WHEEL-THROWING – Tuesday Evenings

    August 20, 2024 @ 5:30 pm - 8:00 pm WHEEL-THROWING – Tuesday Evenings
    Foothills Art Center - Creative Campus 809 Fifteenth Street, Golden, CO, United States

    WHEEL-THROWING INTERMEDIATE/ADVANCED FALL 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 advanced forms,

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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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