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🐾 Pet Bowl Pottery Workshop 🐾 Join us on Fri 🐾 Pet Bowl Pottery Workshop 🐾 Join us on Friday, October 18th, from 5:30pm-8:00pm for a fun and creative evening with our Artist in Residence, Mitchell Oliver! Craft a one-of-a-kind feeding bowl for your furry friend. All materials provided. Pick up your finished masterpiece the following week Price: $140 for members | $200 for non-members Location: Foothills Creative Campus Spaces are limited, so reserve your spot now! Let's get our paws dirty and create something special. #foothillsartcenter #PetBowlWorkshop #PotteryWorkshop #HandmadePetBowl #MitchellOliver #PetLovers #CreativeTime #GetYourPawsDirty #HandmadeWithLove
With over 15 years of experience as an art teacher With over 15 years of experience as an art teacher, Mike Carroll brings passion, creativity, and expertise to every class he teaches here at Foothills Art Center. From beginners to seasoned artists, Mike’s classes offer something for everyone. We are incredibly grateful to have him as a part of our community, inspiring creativity and growth in all our members.  #FacesOfFoothills #FoothillsArtCenter #ArtTeacher #CommunityArt #CreativeInspiration #Thankful #goldencolorado #artistreels
Join us for a Member Reception! Be the first to ex Join us for a Member Reception! Be the first to experience our newest exhibitions: Joel Swanson: Orderings, Decomposing/Recomposing, and Ed Hansen. Date: Friday, October 4, 2024 Time: 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM Place: Astor House Don’t miss this great opportunity to explore these incredible works. RSVP online at FoothillsArtCenter.com We look forward to seeing you there! #ArtPreview #FoothillsArtCenter #MemberEvent #JoelSwanson #EdHansen #FreeMembership #AstorHouse
Join us for our Multigenerational Ceramics Class a Join us for our Multigenerational Ceramics Class and get your hands dirty crafting amazing clay creations! Explore pottery on the wheel, handbuilding techniques, and create both functional and sculptural pieces. Families will work together to bring their creative ideas to life. Fridays: September 13, 20, 27, October 4, 11 Time: 3:00pm – 5:00pm Ages: 7+ (Students must be accompanied by an adult) Cost: $120 for Catalyst Members, $150 for Friends and Non-Members Link in Bio to Register! #FamilyFun #FoothillsArtCenter #GoldenArtClasses #CreativeActivities #CeramicsClass #PotteryForAll #ClayCreations #FamilyArtTime #Handbuilding #ArtClasses #MultigenerationalArt #GetCreative
Celebrating the incredible journey of street artis Celebrating the incredible journey of street artist Fin DAC! From humble beginnings in Ireland to becoming a globally renowned urban artist, Fin DAC has redefined the world of street art with his unique style and vibrant murals. His work, often featuring beautifully adorned women, blends traditional and contemporary aesthetics, leaving a mark on walls around the world. "An artist’s work should be influenced only by his own opinion otherwise you are simply a designer." – Fin DAC #ArtHistory #StreetArt #FinDAC #UrbanArt #ArtisticJourney #Inspiration #Creativity #QuoteOfTheDay #ArtCommunity #MuralMagic
Join the Foothills Art Center Volunteer Team! Are Join the Foothills Art Center Volunteer Team! Are you passionate about art and eager to make a difference? Foothills Art Center is looking for enthusiastic and outgoing volunteers to support our vibrant community and programs. Whether you're greeting visitors at our Galleries in downtown Golden, helping out at our Creative Campus, or assisting at special events, there's a place for you! Apply today to become a Foothills Art Center volunteer and join a team of dedicated volunteers who support our mission, “We create stronger community through art.” Volunteer Opportunities: Administrative Events Exhibitions Grounds Marketing Membership Programming Visitor Services Volunteer opportunities include weekdays, evenings, and weekends. Benefits: Community Engagement Connection to Art and Culture Improve Wellbeing Skill Development Apply Professional Experience Your unique contribution will make a difference, and we look forward to welcoming you! #VolunteerOpportunity #FoothillsArtCenter #CommunityVolunteers #VolunteerWithUs #SupportLocalArts #ArtCenterVolunteers #GetInvolved #ArtLoversUnite #GiveBackToTheCommunity #VolunteerInGolden
Come play with nature's palette and arrange fresh Come play with nature's palette and arrange fresh flowers into stunning bouquets. Join us on September 14th from 12-3 PM at the Main Classroom of Foothills Art Center Creative Campus for a hands-on floral arrangement class! 🌷 Led by florist Karen Walsh, this class is perfect for all skill levels. Karen will guide you through the art of arranging nature’s pigments into stunning bouquets. All necessary tools and fresh flowers are provided, with a small material fee included.� Members: $60 Friends & Non-Members: $80 To receive the member rate, please log in with your membership email at the upper right-hand corner of our page. Spots are limited, so secure your place now and bloom with us! 🌼💐 #FloralDesign #FlowerArrangement #FoothillsArtCenter #CreativeCampus #Bouquet #FlowerBouquets
Join us for a solo exhibition by Denver-based arti Join us for a solo exhibition by Denver-based artist @joel.swanson at the Astor House as he delves into the systems we use to organize and interpret our world. Through playful, thought-provoking works, Swanson challenges the norms and structures that shape our perception of reality. Exhibition runs now August 24th through October 3rd, which a reception on October 4th from 7-9 PM. Inspired by his personal experiences and childhood objects, Swanson uses familiar materials to disrupt ingrained ways of thinking. His art invites you to examine how we construct meaning in our lives, questioning the frameworks we often take for granted. Come experience the bold and imaginative rearrangement of time, location, and order. Don’t miss this opportunity to see how Swanson redefines the ways we see and understand the world! #FoothillsArtCenter #AstorHouse #JoelSwanson #ArtExhibition #DenverArt #ArtReception #ExploreArt #ThoughtProvokingArt #ContemporaryArt #GoldenCo #Golden
Homeschool Classes Alert! Starting September 4th, Homeschool Classes Alert! Starting September 4th, join us every Wednesday or every Friday from 12:30 PM to 2:30 PM for an exciting fall semester full of creativity and exploration! This program is perfect for students ages 6-12 who love diving into a variety of creative outlets. From music and movement to food, fashion, visual arts, and ceramics we'll be exploring it all! Whether you're a Catalyst Member or not, there's a spot for you to unleash your creativity! #HomeschoolClass #CreativeLearning #FallSemester #CatalystCreativity #KidsActivities #CreativeThinking #VisualArts #MusicAndMovement #ExploreCreativity #Ceramics #FoothillsArtCenter #kidsart
We are excited to announce Mitchell Oliver as our We are excited to announce Mitchell Oliver as our very FIRST Artist in Residence! Mitchell is an interdisciplinary artist who blends ceramics, image, sound, and performance to explore how the world is designed to shape our perceptions. With a rich background as a landscaper, chef, and radio DJ, he brings a fresh perspective to his art, challenging us to rethink how we interact with our devices, environments, and the objects we use daily. Through his large-scale installations, Mitchell invites us to reflect on the human experience, the materiality of technology, and the potential illusions of reality. His functional ceramics are crafted with care, encouraging us to pause and truly engage with the items that shape our everyday rituals. We can't wait for Mitchell to join us in September 2024 and share his innovative vision with our community. Stay tuned for more and check out his website in the meantime! www.mitchelloliver.com #ArtistInResidence #MitchellOliver #FoothillsArtCenter #FAC #ContemporaryArt #Ceramics #ArtAndTechnology #CreativeCommunity
Meet Lily, our amazing Guest Services Associate at Meet Lily, our amazing Guest Services Associate at Foothills Art Center! Lily’s passion for art and her dedication to fostering a strong relationship between FAC and the School of Mines make her an invaluable part of our team. We’re so grateful for her energy, creativity, and commitment to making art accessible to everyone. Thank you, Lily, for everything you do! #FacesOfFoothills #ArtCommunity #FoothillsArtCenter #SchoolOfMines #Grateful @lillies_and_ivy
Join us for a day of pastels with Jane Christie! R Join us for a day of pastels with Jane Christie! Relax and unleash your creativity in a fun, stress-free environment with renowned artist Jane, a signature member of the Pastel Society of Colorado and the Pastel Society of America. Date: Saturday, September 28, 2023 Time: 9:30am – 3:00pm No experience? No problem! All levels are welcome. Whether you’re new or have taken classes with Jane before, you’ll dive into the 3/3’s theory, pastel techniques, value studies, and more. Bring your passion and leave with new skills and a beautiful piece of art. @/jane.christie.art. #PastelArt #PastelArtist #FoothillsArtCenter #JaneChristie #JanChristieArt #ArtClass #pastelartclass

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