FIRST FRIDAY Art Walk
August 4, 2023
New! Old Town Square
Downtown
Fort Collins, Colorado 80524
5:00 pm to 10 pm
blanchard Family Wines
234 N College Avenue, Unit A3
Fort Collins, CO 80524
6 pm to 9 pm
The Merchant Room
The Stone Room at WALNUT CREEK
222 WALNUT ST
FORT COLLINS, COLORADO 80524
LOCATIONS
GILDED GOAT DOWNTOWN TAPROOM
132 W. MOUNTAIN ST
FORT COLLINS, COLORADO 80524
6 PM TO 9 PM
New! Tap and Handle
307 S College Ave
Fort Collins, Colorado 80524
6 pm to 9 pm
GOLDEN POPPY HERBAL APOTHECARY
CLASSES & EVENT SPACE
223 N COLLEGE AVE
FORT COLLINS, CO 80524
6 PM TO 9 PM
Petrichor Collective’s First Friday Art Walk on Old town Square!
Fashion Show Designers:
Colorado Peach Creations
Mackenna Allard started making custom burned felt hats inspired by nature and loves getting to
create wearable Art, with a boho western feel.
Abstruse Apparel
Rob creates digital Art messaging and upcycles used clothing he will be featuring clothing from a
not so distant future that signals what fashion might be like in a
post-apocalyptic environment.
Step into the world of glitz and glamor as we shine a spotlight on the brilliant craftsmanship and innovative designs. Expect a runway of chic silhouettes, vibrant color palettes, and eclectic styles. Hosted by MaveRick Smith, Jessica of Abold_Artist, and Chris of Chinmusick who will make sure this night is an unforgettable spectacle, where fashion meets local Artistry, creativity, and community.
Join Petrichor Collective for an unforgettable First Friday Art Walk on Old Town Square. This vibrant event reflects our commitment to fostering a thriving Arts community. The August event will be our last event on Old Town Square in 2023!! Featured will be 78 exceptional Artists and local musicians! You read that right, 78 AMAZING Artists and musicians. You don’t want to miss it!
Also this month, we're excited to announce that we're adding a new dimension to our First Friday event — a Fashion Show! From 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm we will be featuring creations from three talented local designers right on the stage in Old Town Square! The show continues on with live music and Art until 10:00 pm.
FIRST FRIDAY
First Friday Art Walk is a monthly celebration of creativity, culture, AND community.
Embrace the extraordinary First Friday phenomenon with Petrichor Collective, where inspiration cascades like a refreshing rain. Every First Friday, we reveal a vibrant spectrum of local Artists, serenading your senses with mesmerizing tunes and immersing you in a whirlwind of irresistible make-and-take Art experiences. Indulge in exquisite food and beverages, as we unite to revel in the richness of Art, culture, and camaraderie.
Wander, discover, and explore the Art in your own back yard with us!
WHO WE ARE
Petrichor Collective is a comfortable, open-minded space for our team of creatives to collaborate on projects and accomplish our Collective goals. We support our community through Art by cultivating our different skill sets, and inspiring imagination.
What better way to create community than to host the most amazing, Artist friendly First Friday Art Walk events in Northern Colorado!
“From the Artists, for the Collective.”
WHAT WE DO
Like the first rain of the season, Petrichor Collective is a catalyst for rejuvenation, sparking fresh perspectives and boundless possibilities. We are an eclectic ensemble of designers, photographers, writers, marketers, and Artists, eager to captivate your imagination and inspire your creative spirit through Art.
Don't let the drought of inspiration hold you back – dive into our Collective and explore the extraordinary talents of our members. Whether you're seeking collaboration or considering contributing your own skills, we invite you to immerse yourself in the Petrichor Collective experience. Or, if you think you have the skills, reach out on how to join the Collective.
Empower Art, Enrich Community! 🎨🤝
The funds raised through Patreon are directly channeled into creating exhilarating events like First Friday Art Walk, engaging workshops, and a storm of opportunities for our community. Your support empowers Petrichor Collective to continuously enrich the Artistic landscape and foster an environment of growth and inspiration. Together, we're making a lasting impact on the local Art world!
SAY HELLO TO THIS MONTH’S
Guest ARTISTS
Cakeable // I am a self taught cake artist and baker. I have always been an artist- starting in childhood when my dream was to be an animator for Disney. I went the Art Institute of Colorado for graphic design and marketing, and later obtained my cosmetology license before starting a family and landing in the role of stay at home mom. Creating artistic cakes with my kids brought the creative spark back to my life and I’ve been so fortunate to turn it into a business that I love. I am able to be a part of some of the happiest days of people’s lives and that fuels my fire to keep learning and creating!
Jo Lee // My name is Jo Lee, I am a queer artist based on Colorado. I strive to explore complex themes and emotions through unique combinations of mediums and designs. I love to fuse organic and inorganic elements to create something entirely new, the goal of my art is to celebrate what is otherwise deemed as "taboo". I create in many mediums: chalk, watercolor, acrylic, digital, sculpture etc. but I am mostly inspired by film and the natural world around me.
Brita LaTona // Brita grew up in the foothills of Colorado and nature has been her sanctuary. She found her love of painting as a teenager and enjoys working in acrylic on canvas. “Through my art I want to depict the inter-relationship between humans and the natural world. Nature and animals can symbolically show us what we have forgotten in ourselves. I hope that my art inspires people to look at themselves in a new light. When we understand the wisdom that nature shares with us, it allows us to uncover part of an ancient connection with ourselves, and all of life.”
Cameron Kinchen Design // Hello there fellow weirdo! My name is Cameron but my friends call me Cam. I’m a multidisciplinary artist passionate about graphic design, screen-printing, illustrating, animating…TLDR most things art related. I love taking on fun new projects where I can combine dispensaries and learn a cool new trick or two along the way. Currently creating weirdness out of Berthoud, Colorado.
Kate Galloway // I am a local medical, scientific illustrator and fine artist trained at the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine. I’m deeply moved by the beauty I see in nature and how those patterns repeat inside the human body. I use the unpredictable, organic qualities of watercolor to mimic the varied shapes, patterns, and colors I observe in nature and give life to my work.
MaveRick has been performing as a Drag Artist for nearly 8 years. They are known as the "Drag Daddy" of Northern Colorado & Southern Wyoming.
A_boldartist // I am a self-taught artist who enjoys using all different types of medium. Majority of my paintings are done with oil or acrylic, but I do also enjoy, using my hands with clay or crafting to create unique pieces. Some of the artwork I recently have been focused on is bringing mental health awareness to the forefront since I myself suffer with anxiety, but I also love to incorporate elements of our environment, animals, and silly characters. My friends would say my style of painting is influenced by flash art in the tattoo community.
Abstruse Apparel // Retired wood shop teacher from New York and California, I now run Abstruse Apparel in Fort Collins creating digital art messaging and upcycling used clothing. Join my Collaborative Message Challenge every First Friday! Submit a creative message to see turned into apparel or digital art. Selected designs will be on display and the winner can pick up the item for FREE! Visit Funktional: A Space For Radical Reuse on 1228 W. Elizabeth Street to see my work. Let's change the world together, one stitch at a time!
Jennifer Carmack @Wild Spirit Colorado // As a yoga teacher and energy healer for over 20 years, my art reflects my conversations with people about trauma, healing, energy systems, and the mind-body connection. Whether I create a portrait or mandala, acrylic or collage, I seek to uncover the underlying layer. Each piece is an exploration of myself, revealing universal experiences. By opening up to what wants to come through the canvas, I connect with the energy of this wild world.
Hey everyone my name is Mackenna Allard, I'm the owner and creator of Colorado Peach Creations. I was born and raised in Fort Collins but recently moved to a small mountain town. I've been an artist all my life and worked in many creative industries. I started making custom burned felt hats inspired by nature and it took off! I love getting to create wearable art, with a boho western feel.
My name is Cynthia Martinez and I officially began my small business, Press Love and Wildflowers, in 2021. I grew up in both Phoenix, AZ and Fort Collins, but Colorado as been my home for the past few years. I‘ve always had a very creative side in me but I fell in love with the art of preserving flowers a few years ago when I decided to save flowers that were given to me in the past. Those flowers were dried and decorated in shadow boxes that were displayed around my house. My weeding bouquet, which I was lucky enough to preserved myself, was when I really became obsessed this idea of drying/pressing flowers, and be able to share my art with others. From then on, I’ve been so lucky to have brides trust me to preserve their wedding bouquet and give them something that they will truly cherish forever. In this last year, I have also learned new techniques and crafts that have helped grow my business. I’m so thankful for the Art community and everyone’s support around here. I’m looking very forward to learn, grow, and meet more amazing artists and people along the way.
tyboe // tyboe is a fort collins painter/muralist exploring the world of doodles one canvas, electric box, school bus, picnic table or brick wall at a time. (He'll basically paint on anything.) Owing his many doodle-like styles to his influences of cartoons, comic books, street art, and psychedelic concert posters, tyboe marries those influences with his affinity for science, nature, astrophysics and outer space documentaries. Resulting in intricate and imaginative doodles of all sizes, and brought to life with vibrant colors and playful subject matter that are pleasant yet thought provoking for all ages.
Joey Miranda // My goal as a crafts-person is to create a culture of authenticity as people drink their tea, set the table, or arrange flowers in their home. My work is made to carry food, water, and plants. I try my best not to make work that is too intricate or detailed, and keep my prices as reasonable as I can as well in the attempt to build a functioning culture for everyone. I work with as many local materials as I can. Using local wood ash for my glazes for now, I am working towards gathering my own clay within the area of Fort Collins, and building mills to process rocks for my work as well. Another passion of mine is to work for other potters, as I appreciate the community oriented nature of folk and cooperative pottery making. I love to teach, and do so at Fort Collins' Smokestack Pottery Studio.
Hypnagogist // Hypnagogist is multimedia visionary artist hailing from Columbus, Ohio, specializing in 3D animation, traditional painting, art installations, and mixed media fusions of the aforementioned works. Hypnagogia is the liminal space between wakefulness and sleep, and Hypnagogist's work reflects that with colorful and surreal imagery, pulling from conscious and unconscious states.
Mila Solo // Mila is a Ukrainian artist over 25 years of experience and now resides in the USA as a war refugee. She narrowly escaped after her studio in Ukraine was destroyed during a military attack losing her life’s work in the process and now resides in Fort Collins, Colorado. She skilfully uses multi-layered techniques to convey both volume and states in abstract painting. The concept of art is to create a multi-dimensional picture. Ambiguous and emotional. Art is the way to express emotions, experiences, awareness and composition on canvas. Each painting contains a deep and multifaceted meaning of philosophy and beauty of the world. This is reflection of our experiences, spiritual development and knowledge of the universe. Each work is unique and has a special message to the viewer.
Whisper Sister // Mycelium grows underground and designs a network, before ever fruiting mushrooms. Whisper Sister is the new budding fruit of an underground ear. Using all weapons and tools in their goal of pure expression. No leaders, only god in the room with a knife in her teeth. "And it's only just begun." Artwork by Liz Ortiz @madharepress
Hannah Brook // Hey, I’m Hannah. I have loved art for as long as I can remember and have experimented with many different mediums. I’m currently pursuing a career as a tattooer. I have enjoyed making pendants out of my extensive crystal collection, making wood burning art pieces, and painting with watercolor and acrylics. Fantasy, sci-fi and nature are a constant inspiration for creating a little world of my own with my art.
Hello world. I'm an artist and musician. I grew up here and I really like making people dance. Similar interests include reading, writing, and encouraging authenticity in every aspect of our day-to-day lives. I also really like movies. SBs.
MTN Goddess Ceramics // MTN Goddess Ceramics is a small, women owned Pottery business created by Madi Nigro. All ceramics in the shop have been hand thrown, carved and glazed by Madi. Growing up in Colorado near the Rocky Mountains, Madi has fond memories of rock climbing, hiking, and exploring nature. Focusing on ceramics that spark joy, self confidence and inner love, each product is handcrafted with care, making no two pieces the same.
Allison Harvey with Pieces of Childhood // I love anything that is unique and makes a statement. I get asked often about where I get my earrings or planters so I decided to give this crafting thing a try and spread the love of creepy fun toys being used in art.
Burning Bonsai Art Studio // Nathan grew up in inner city Denver where his love of creating artwork was nurtured by the microcosm of different cultures that exist there. Because of his exposure and love for so many different artistic styles, he rebelled against the idea that one must stick to just one. In fact, he named his business The Burning Bonsai, because a lot of his work is a blend of both Eastern and Western artistic styles and techniques.
Silverthaw Jewelry // Erin Greenberg creates whimsical jewelry pieces out of silver and gemstones. She has a degree in Computer Science and works in software by day and silver by night, using jewelry design as her creative outlet. Erin is a lifelong avid reader and is inspired most by romantic and magical/fantasy themes. She is constantly learning new techniques and dabbling in different styles, though she consistently returns to magical, whimsical motifs. She loves incorporating color and texture into her work and collects gemstones like a dragon. She is originally from Louisiana and now lives in Fort Collins with her two cats, Minnie and Bobo.
EmilysDivine // Hello! My name is Emily and I have a small jewelry business called EmilysDivine. I handcraft each piece of beaded and wire wrapped jewelry made on my sites. I love adding a purpose into my art so I decided to incorporate crystals into my work! I hope you enjoy my lovely art, have an amazing day.
Amy Powell Art // Walking through the woods with my daughters, we don’t make it more than a few feet before one of them stops to admire a rock/leaf/acorn. They admire even the plainest pieces of nature and inspire me with their awed eyes. I create art that expresses the sacred feminine and the beauty of the natural world. I flow between large scale oil paintings and delicate watercolor illustrations and feature portraits, animals, and natural elements such as mushrooms, moths, feathers, and bones.
Trinkets by Riley is a handmade jewelry business started in Fort Collins by student Riley Bemelen. She makes everything piece by piece in her little studio apartment to bring fun, customizable jewelry to the Northern Colorado community. Riley uses found, thrifted, and handmade objects to create eclectic and unique jewelry. Trinkets by Riley offers necklaces, earrings, bracelets, keychains, brooches, and more!
Jaz Binger // My art seeks to explore emotions and ideas. By immersing myself in art history I recognize my place in the canon of artists. Through use of techniques and conceptual ideas developed by the masters, I hope to further art history in my own way.
I fully believe that art is meant to be shared so I started DanaPaintsCo to make it easier to share my work beyond just my immediate circle. So I'm very excited to be part of the local art community here in Fort Collins! I typically work with acrylic paint but will occasionally pick up chalk pastels, charcoal, or another kind of paint and see what happens.
Alejandro Alonzo was raised in Tampa, Florida, and lives in Fort Collins, Colorado. Alejandro specializes in silver gelatin prints based on styles influenced by decisive moments, portraits, landscapes, and studio work. Come learn about his culture and style through the collection of his hand-crafted prints developed in his darkroom.
Creative Follies was born of the belief that the world can always use more levity, and that we too often feel the need to justify things in practical terms. If something brings you joy, solace, or more meaningful relationships, it is self-justifying. To Hell with its practical value. Art always has been, and always will be, a cornerstone of my sanity. But like most people with a creative drive, I've let it lie fallow at different stages in my life. Most of my best ideas have been stolen ... from my kids. Or in some way inspired by them. One day if I am successful perhaps they'll sue me. In the meantime, I feel privileged to be able to share my art, humor, and ideas with you. Whether you feel an artistic or intellectual kinship with me, or you simply get a laugh out of T-Rexes riding unicycles, thanks for dropping in.
Sasha, a mixed media artist and holistic healer, originally from Ukraine, has been an artist all her life. She believes art is about the relationship between artist and medium, letting intuition guide her creations. Spirituality and emotion infuse her work, providing therapeutic benefits. As a mental health professional, art helps her process emotions. Her colorful, textural pieces are inspired by nature, embroidered leather, and polymer clay. Sasha aims to beautify the world while supporting self-healing, sustainable living, and collaboration.
Jesse Schlicker // With a CA Gold Country childhood to develop an early respect for nature, Jesse grew up exploring the abundance of life that surrounded him. There were many forms of art in the Schlicker household but none as ever-present as music. His father’s Les Paul singing through the pine trees, leading Jesse’s adventurous spirit to express itself freely, unabashed. He graduated with honors from SAE Institute in Rotterdam, Netherlands as an Audio Engineer and has performed on stages around the world. He carries this passion, fostered by those that love him, guiding his inner self wherever he goes.
Madison Barnett // Madison is a community taught printmaker based in Fort Collins, Colorado. She works primarily in linocut, printing on paper and textiles. With a professional background in Forestry, she finds inspiration in the unique spirit of the ecosystems she visits. Her work is influenced by folk ways, personal synchronicities and reverence for land.
Pomart20 // My name is Phary Om. I am a Khmer-American woman and artist. I am an art educator, park ranger, and an active member in the art, outdoor recreation, and Asian community. I'm very passionate about exploring the outdoors and I express that in my artwork. I enjoy teaching art to the community and youth of all ages. I love and enjoy being involved in communities that are inclusive, open-minded, and supportive of ALL people.
Linda Roth // Linda graduated from CSU with a BFA and an Art Education degree. While working as a freelance and public works artist for over 20 years, she also owns and operates Walnut Creek and The Merchant Room Gallery, in Fort Collins, since 2014. Influenced by her experiences as a single, widowed, mother of 3, an art advocate and educator, Linda is an accomplished artist in a variety of subjects and mediums. Her primary work focuses on her passion to encourage and promote women. Their need for gender equality, answers to continued cultural marginalization and abuse in all facets of our world today.
Scott Lenaway // I feel the impact of a given object is how it is rendered. An object can be implied by marks. There should be an aspect of the mystical and unknown in how an object is rendered.
Somonoce Studio // Bethany Economos is a mixed media artist whose work is often influenced by her surroundings and the world. Her background in Fiber Arts (BFA Tyler School of Art 2001) shows in the hand embroidered stitching and the other surface design techniques. She has moved with her family 14 times in the last 20 years, most recently to Colorado during the first Covid shutdown in 2020. The shutdown (and lack of art supplies) led her to explore the incorporation of upcycled materials and unconventional items into her latest works. This “make do and mend” attitude has positively impacted her life and her work. She continues to explore new materials and techniques with a focus on upcycling.
Chelsea Ermer // Hello. My name is Chelsea Ermer and I am an artist, reader and teacher. My work spans many different mediums from pen and ink, to gouche, to digital and Procreate art. Recently my work has been focused upon creating bookmarks for a variety of books. I also take commissions for pet portraits and bookmarks. I have also been fortunate enough to create murals for the city and you can find several of my Transformer cabinets around town. Overall, I love creating beautiful things in whatever medium I can get my hands on.
Mad Hare Press by Liz Ortiz // Liz Ortiz, a Fort Collins-based multidisciplinary artist, specializes in various printmaking methods. Holding a BFA in Photo Image Making and Printmaking, she focused on intaglio, lithography, and woodcut techniques, as well as analog B&W photography. Liz transitioned to relief block printing, primarily using linoleum blocks for hand-carved and printed images on diverse surfaces. Her work features bold, graceful lines in nature-inspired compositions. While mainly monochromatic, Liz incorporates watercolor and fibers for mixed media, multi-color prints.
Josh Sun Music // My name is Josh Sun also known as the folk prince of Colorado. I make music I tell jokes and I love making people happy one song at a time. Thank you for letting me share my heart with you.
The Aviarium // I'm Bonnie Cleaver, a Fort Collins artist who recently started my own small art business, The Aviarium. Over many years, I've been blending my love and appreciation of birds, bones, plants, colors, metals, stones, and paint into a variety of different art forms. All cycles of the natural world are beautiful, intriguing, and worthy of admiration!
Street Ash // My name is Ashley Sullivan and I am the artist behind 'Street Ash'. I currently reside in Fort Collins, CO and paint on everything from canvas' to repurposed vinyl records. Much of my artwork is created from sketches that I then transform into hand-cut stencils. I fell in love with spray painting and repurposing material when I was in High School and have been combining the two ever since. I love to make artwork that is detailed yet bright and vibrant.
Cassie Hessong // As a life long mountain/desert dweller I draw my inspiration from our natural surroundings, but also from the people who've left a mark on the landscape. I can almost always be found in a flea market or bookstore pillaging for new muses in the dusty stacks.
Mia Kaneen // Mia is a singer/songwriter whose music draw it’s breath from the natural voices of the land and the traditions of folk, celtic, and contemporary rock. Originally from the rural coastal range of California, Mia grew up singing old ballads and folk songs. Now with the aid of guitar, bouzouki, harmonium, and cello; Mia is creating a genre defying sound that bridges the old and new.
Mister Tim // A nomadic bard for the post-apocalyptic wasteland we currently inhabit, musical storyteller Mister Tim combines organic vocal sounds with cyborg technology to sing tales of modern love, post-modern angst, end-of-the-world dance parties, ghosts that haunt us, and murderous pastries.
Meld&Heal // Erin Fritts has been fascinated with the shapes and treasures of nature for as long as she can remember. She has also explored the healing qualities of art and its ability to reveal unconscious aspects of the self and the inner world. She has found herself drawn to metal casting as both an artistic medium and a facilitator of personal growth. In the past, alchemists attempted to transform metals to gold; the melting of metal being a facilitator of change. Metal casting is a similar healing process for Erin; a symbol of the change within - hence her artist name, Meld&Heal. Erin additionally loves to draw and paint, and created a 78-card tarot deck called Unconscious Tarot. Erin works as an art handler and taxidermist in Laporte, and fills her free time with plenty of metal casting, a daily hot yoga practice, and trail runs with her husband, Chris. Erin was born and raised in New York, and now lives with her husband Chris and her cat Applesauce in Fort Collins, Colorado.
Morgan's Art and Creations // My love for art began at a young age, starting with cartoons and anime styles. In high school, I eagerly explored various art classes, embracing drawing, painting, sculpture, pottery, and photography. Now working as a painting instructor at Pinot's Palette, my personal art emphasizes self-love and finding beauty in unexpected places, even in life's darkest or simplest forms. I've cultivated a passion for painting space and galaxies, inviting everyone to enjoy skyward escapes occasionally. Thank you for appreciating a different perspective, and for taking the time to see the world through my eyes. Remember to never stop dreaming and to cherish the beauty that surrounds us.
Ish Heredia // I’m Ish Heredia, a Fort Collins based, indigenous artist primarily drawing and painting animals digitally. I will do this til the day I die. Which hopefully isn't around the corner.
Joey da Rat // I’m Joey and I draw rats. I started drawing in 2021 and first showed my work in Fort Collins in Summer of 2022. I try to give people a break from the seriousness of the world while still biting back at it with my rats, and with my oil pastels I try to show the beauty in the horror of the 21st century. I’m excited to unleash my goofy monstrosities on the you all! It’ll be fun don’t worry! :)
Lizzy Sarnes Art // I'm new to Colorado and I am a graphic designer as well as a sculptural ceramic and 2D artist. I have been drawing and creating sculptures even before I could read and I don't intend to ever stop. My body of work is split evenly between darkly morbid and vibrantly absurd. I love to fill my world with memento mori while I embrace the beauty and humor of life.
Max // I am originally from Providence, Rhode Island. I have been doing graffiti since age 14. I got into a lot of trouble when I was younger writing graffiti and just growing up in a city, but in the last ten years as graffiti becomes more mainstream and accepted in society it has led to some pretty amazing opportunities for me. I have been able To produce several murals around the New England area some of which have been graffiti related some not. I feel proud being able to leave my mark in a different way now.
Micah // Hi, I am Micah. I am from Durango, Co, and am a professional graphic designer and passionate artist. I am a very deep thinker and therefore is shown through my art. I love bright colors and deep darker colors. I love to create things that are different from what most have already seen, and love to put my own twist on art trends. I also love surrealism art and the challenges it brings to the mind and the viewer. I hope you enjoy my art and feel free to ask me about it!
Mossy Cows // mossy cows is run by mirian, a local laguna artist who loves all things fantastical, cute, and pink! you can often find her admiring shiny rocks, or curled in bed doodling away with her kitty cat, doodles.
Molly Moonchild // I make weird art for weird people out of my home in Loveland, Colorado. I’m in my mid-thirties and am finally making art that teenage me would be proud of - I’m here and I’m weird and I didn’t sell out to the man.
Robert Klose // Rob lives and works out of Fort Collins. He creates multi layered plywood designs then projection maps animations onto them to make them come alive. Robert gets his inspiration from the surrounding nature Colorado has to offer along with old world architecture from his travels around the world. These pieces have been describes as "a massage for your eye balls" and "a psychedelic experience without the need for drugs". They truly must be seen in person to fully appreciate the depth and detail.
Memento Vivre Fine Arts // My name is Chris and I am a queer artist with an interest in sustainability. I produce linoleum prints, acrylic paintings, clothing, and wall decor. My visuals focus on illustrative styles, and I love subjects such as insects and skulls. Running Memento Vivre has given me a wonderful outlet for my creative endeavors, and I love that it has allowed me to become part of the art community of Fort Collins.
Ryan Stover // Ryan's vivid watercolors and complex ink drawings celebrate the beauty of nature and the paradox of human experience. Ry's work is overflowing with energy and colors that are wild and free – yet bound and balanced by bold black lines. His work is a visual meditation on holding on and letting go: Going with the flow... while being aware of doing so.
Gluten Free Pottery // As a queer artist, it's important for me to create ceramics that bring joy and delight into the everyday. I love creating colorful pieces that celebrate the diversity of the LGBTQ+ community, as well as supporting individual queer identities. I am also inspired by the natural wonders of Colorado, especially our fabulous sunsets, windy skies, and shimmering rivers.
The_Walkers_Trail716 // My journey on this path started in my second year of high school. An art teacher I had, had the class do a project on Silhouette paintings and I fell in love with the process and overall freedom of painting. From there the sky was the limit. I’ve evolved as an artist and a person and I believe my work will prove that. Getting into jewelry only helped further my passion for the art of creation itself and I’m really excited that I get to share with you all!
Xavier Pereira // Xavier’s works can be characterized by punchy dabs of paint; they are motivated by personal observations and sentimental experiences shared with others- utilizing concepts that expand upon sensory impressions. Using his art as a form of meditation, he finds peace in letting the world fade away while narrowing focus on the minute details throughout the canvas. Also a mechanical engineer, he lets his experience in creative problem solving take shape in his art. This has allowed for a unique perspective across disciplines, culminating in an intuitive approach that is calculated, yet venturous.
Kim Nigro // I am a retired school teacher who works in a meditative and natural organic frame that reminds us of the beauty of life. I paint Goddess Artwork to promote the diversity and strength of women all over the world while reusing and reinventing things such as canvas and paint. My paintings include recycled paint and canvas representing the perseverance of women as they struggle to be free. My most often works use motivational words and imagery, sealing the thoughts into the message of the painting in hopes of inspiring those who view the work. I invite you to vie these abstract energy paintings and share how you experience life now and how it may look in the future.
Fat Bird Collage // East Coast fugitive Kelly Jans of Fat Bird Collage is a mixed media artist inspired by the hidden stories inside of us all. Using found materials and old catalogues, her collages transform ordinary images and words into thought-provoking dreamscapes and narratives.
Art Owl Designs // My name is Anaise, I am 28 year old woman and I have been an artist since the day I could pick up a pen, drawing and painting have always been my passion, and more recently I have got into jewelry making and digital art as well. I moved to Colorado from a small town in California that didn’t provide too many opportunities to put myself out there artistically, so I a, really looking forward to sharing my art and creativity amongst other fellow local artists.
The Goblin Den // Hi, my name is Mag. My work includes collage, decoupage, and other visual arts. I began collaging when the collective existential crisis of the COVID-19 pandemic motivated me to explore artistic outlets. The creativity inspired by the randomness of thrifted, secondhand, and found objects is essential to my work and aligns with a personal commitment to walking on this Earth as gently as possible.
I run a hot dog cart called Duffs Old Town Sausage cart. Duff was my “roommate” for a couple of years while I lived with my friend Garrett. While Duff (old English bulldog) was Garretts dog Duff and I really bonded over time. Anyways the cart is my true passion and yes I do believe a perfectly cooked hot dog/sausage on a golden brown toasted bun is art. No dog is the same and we allow our customers to paint their own dogs with a variety of toppings which makes each one unique. I’ve come to realize how passionate folks are about such things.
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