First Friday ArtWalk
Browse the local art galleries, open artist studios, shops and eateries with this free self-guided tour in Old Colorado City. Meet local artists. Enjoy live demonstrations! Best of all, the beautiful art pieces are available for purchase! Make it a night out in Old Colorado City.
Date: First Friday of every month
Time: 5:00-8:00 p.m. (see participating galleries)
Location: West Colorado Avenue between 17th Street and 31th Street
Cost: FREE
Live artist demonstrations
Meet local artists and artisans
View original works of art by local artists
Special offers throughout Old Colorado City
Enjoy complimentary refreshments at several shops and galleries
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August Events & Specials
The Michael Garman Museum & Gallery
2418 W. Colorado Ave.
5:00-8:00pm
Enjoy throwback Museum/Magic Town pricing, $5 for ages 13 and older with 12 and under free, as well as 15% off any full priced sculptures
Everyday Girl Adventures
11 S. 25th Street
5:00-8:00pm
First Friday Art-walk featuring Shalesa Aldrich
Everyday Girl Adventures is honored to be featuring up and coming local artist Shalesa Aldrich and her stunning Geode artwork! Shalesa combines acrylic pouring with sparkle and flair to create eye-catching pieces that are truly unmatched!
On August 4th, check out her work at the Everyday Girl Adventures Studio during the First Friday Art Walk!
As a bonus, Shalesa will be sampling “S’more”-cuterie from her family’s S’mormet Gourmet S’mores business. You won’t want to miss a taste of this unique take on your classic S’more!
Sanctuary Inspired Goods & Henna
2506 West Colorado Ave, Suite B
Save the date. First Friday Art Walk, Aug 4, 5-8 PM.
Come on by for complimentary 420 Slice pizza and lemonade, schmooze with our artists and pick up this great art coloring book by our member, Lisa Lynn. Get yours signed!!!
Grab a free mini art with $10 purchase and pick up a henna with our henna professionals.
Hunter-Wolff Gallery
2510 W. Colorado Ave.
(719) 520-9494 | website | facebook event
5:00-8:00pm
First Friday ArtWalk Reception Featuring Artist Marlene Kort.
Meet award-winning Colorado Springs artist Marlene Kort and chat with her about an artist's life and her inspiration. New Collection on display for ArtWalk. This event is open to everyone, free, and fun.
45 Degree Gallery
2528 W Colorado Ave., Ste B
5:00-8:00pm
45° will be featuring two local artists.
Gourd artist Dawn Healy creates Southwest inspired gourd sculptures – embellished with beads, woven thread and gemstones.
Michelle Lopez is an illustrative painter that creates a story within each painting – you may ask, “Why is that robin wearing roller skates.” Both artists will present at the event and will have new collections to share with you.
Meraki Springs
2708 W. Colorado Ave., Suite B
5:00-8:00pm
(719) 424-7185 | website | facebook
Join Meraki Springs for the OCC First Friday Art Walk, Friday, August 4, 5-8 p.m.! We are excited to introduce our featured artist for August, Erin Rosen. Rosen paints portraits of local scenes and describes herself as a lover of all things "retro & vintage, particularly old cars in their urban environments as well as still-life's." She will also be performing a live painting demo!
"Be good to your mind & body" as Remedy Bath Co. will be hosting a build your own crystal bath bomb! It will be a time to unwind, relax & pick the crystal bath bomb of your bathing dreams. Grab your fam & friends for a fun filled night, inspiring & sparking your inner & outer artist.
Surface Gallery
2752 W. Colorado Ave.
5:00-9:00pm
(719) 359-6966 | website | facebook
Three exhibits:
Ordinary Fields: by Betony Coons: a collection of paintings by Betony Coons exploring midwestern iconography in richly storied environments both personal and collective.
PARTS: new work by Jes Moran: a collection of work that explores the multifaceted identities in a world that often demands simplicity.
Connections: a Fibers Exhibition by Art Quilters With Altitude: featuring a group of fiber artists and their art quilts
Edenology Holistic Wellness
2611 W Colorado Ave. Studio B Upstairs
6:00-8:00pm
(719) 662-3336 | website | facebook
We have an amazing 1st Friday line-up:
Twin Flames Mycology Culinary Arts with Chicken & Waffles using Functional Oyster Mushrooms and High Protein Waffle mix.
LIVE Music with Gia Ashe & Martinelli Music
Vedic Apothecary & Wellness products
The Namaste Babe permanent jewelry
Organic Mansion Reiki Infused crystal jewelry
Colorado Creative Cooperative
2513 1/2 W. Colorado Ave.
(719) 822-1474 | website | facebook
Join us at Colorado Creative Co-op for August Art Walk.
Kent Kerns will be demonstrating his watercolor technique.
There will be fun treats, and get 10% off of your purchase when you use the code word “Water Horse”
Blue Pony Artists and Gallery
2501 W. Colorado Ave. #109
“Garden of the Gods, thru the Artists eye”
Visit Blue Pony Artists & Gallery as they celebrate the inspiring beauty of Garden of the Gods.
Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory
2431 W. Colorado Ave.
5:00-7:00pm
$2 OFF CARAMEL APPLES
Be sure to stop into Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory for $2 OFF any flavor Caramel Apple to enjoy while strolling the Avenue on Art Walk Friday.
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