Events

JUNE 22 & 23, 2013

This free, self-guided tour of local artist studios reveals the mysteries of the creative process to families and individuals in and around Fort Collins. Through art demonstrations and educational displays right in the artist's studios, visitors will meet the artists personally, and learn about how and where artists create pottery, jewelry, photography, painting, sculpture, fiber arts and more! These artists reflect the amazing creative talent available right in our own community.

It's FREE! Pick up a map to the studios in May and June at the following locations:

Lincoln Center, 417 W. Magnolia, Fort Collins, 80521
Senior Center, 1200 Raintree, Fort Collins, 80526
The Gardens on Spring Creek, 2145 Centre Avenue, Fort Collins, 80526
Northside Aztlan Center, 112 E Willow Street, Fort Collins, 80524

Or download the map here.

Visit the Studio Tour Sampler Exhibition, June 14–29, at the Lincoln Center Art Gallery, to see a sample artwork from each of the participating artists.

The opening reception is scheduled for Friday, June 14, 5-7 p.m. – meet all the artists before the tour!

Bike it or walk it: All Fort Collins bike routes, paths and trails are on the map, encouraging 'tourists' to do the tour in a more sustainable fashion. With artists working in most Fort Collins neighborhoods, it's a short ride or stroll to your neighborhood studio! (Artists will be happy to make arrangements to deliver any purchases made on foot or by bike.)

It’s family friendly and educational with artist demonstrations, the chance to meet each artist personally, and even buy art directly from the artist.

The Lincoln Center is seeking Event Sponsors to support the presentation of the event for free to our community, and offer support for promotion and advertising, printing the brochure and map, the artists' reception and more. Please contact us () and we'll be happy to discuss the benefits and opportunities available to our Event Sponsors.

For more information contact Jeanne Shoaff at 416-2737 or .

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SEPTEMBER 20-28, 2013

ArtWear Fashion Week is dedicated to highlighting the work of wearable art artists. Our goal is to present innovative and wearable work of the highest quality and provide a forum to share our enthusiasm for an exploration of techniques and materials. ArtWear Fashion Week features a preview Fashion Show, a week long Sales Gallery, and the KnitWear Fiber Arts Market. Tickets for the Preview Fashion Show on Friday, September 20th will be available in August for $50-$65, and include a reception, and "sneak peek" shopping in the Sales Gallery that evening. The Sales Gallery is free of charge and open to the public from September 21-28.

KnitWear Fiber Arts Market is a one-day whirlwind of activity. Do you love knitting, crocheting, spinning weaving and all things yarn? Want to add a few original hand-made wearable art pieces to your closet? See the latest in yarns, techniques, tools, supplies and equipment. Gather with your yarn-loving friends to "Sit and Knit," pick up a few new patterns, or find a solution to those pesky problem projects.

Sunday, September 22, 11 a.m. - 4 p.m.
$5 for Adults, $3 for Students, Free for children under 11

Vendors and Designers: Click here for information on participating as a vendor or artist for ArtWear Fashion Week.