Papel Chicano Dos: Works on Paper from the Collection of Cheech Marin
Experience artworks from 24 established and emerging Chicana/o artists created from the late 1980s to present day from the collection of Cheech Marin.
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3×3 Projects: Proposal Submissions
Nine projects will be funded in the amount of $3,000 per project. Funds awarded will be inclusive and project teams will decide how to divide them accordingly. In the future there may be an opportunity to apply for additional funding to adapt these digital projects into physical experiences at the Colorado Springs Fine Arts Center. […]
3 events,
Belle Epoque Virtual Class
Belle Epoque Virtual Class
Repurpose a children’s board book and create an art journal inspired by La Belle Epoque, the beautiful era. Layers of gesso, acrylic paints, turn of the century ephemera, tea-stained paper, and stencils will be used to explore the patterns and nature-inspired motifs of this period. The art of Louis Tiffany and Gustav Klimt, prominent artists […]
5 events,
A Deep Dive into the Work of Floyd Tunson
A Deep Dive into the Work of Floyd Tunson
Focusing on a recent acquisition and other works by Floyd Tunson, Collections and Education staff at the FAC Museum will be leading in-depth experiences for students with Tunson’s work throughout the month of February. These engagements will focus on preservation, care, and representations of cultural identity and social histories within Tunson’s work. In pursuit of […]
Virtual FAC Play Club!
Virtual FAC Play Club!
First Thursday of the month, Oct. 1–May 6 (8 sessions) 7–8:30 p.m. Join FAC Theatre Company’s Producing Artistic Director, Scott RC Levy, for lively conversations about plays! It’s a book club for play lovers! Each month, a new play will be dissected, discussed and celebrated.
Invigorate Your Art in 2021
Invigorate Your Art in 2021
Whether you are a total beginner or a seasoned professional, there is much to learn in this virtual course that will improve your art. We will cover the artist’s mindset, composition, color, experimentation, process, adding texture, taking risks, and keeping your art practice fun. If you are uninspired or in a slump, this course will […]
3 events,
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First Friday with FAC Director/DJ Idris Goodwin
First Friday with FAC Director/DJ Idris Goodwin
Join us for a virtual DJ set brought to you by the FAC, CC Mutual Aid, and the Chinook Center of Colorado Springs. Sponsored by CC’s Alumni and Family Relations. FAC Director Idris Goodwin will host as DJ for a lively night of dancing! The event is FREE for all participants, with a suggested pay-what-you-can […]
3 events,
Let’s Keep Going with Oil Painting
Let’s Keep Going with Oil Painting
This virtual course will pick up where Let’s Get Started with Oil Painting left off. We will explore more advanced brushwork, painting edges, how to paint specific subjects in the landscape, and floral subjects. You will also have the chance to get personalized feedback on your paintings. Take your basic knowledge of oil painting and go even […]
3 events,
Belle Epoque Virtual Class
Belle Epoque Virtual Class
Repurpose a children’s board book and create an art journal inspired by La Belle Epoque, the beautiful era. Layers of gesso, acrylic paints, turn of the century ephemera, tea-stained paper, and stencils will be used to explore the patterns and nature-inspired motifs of this period. The art of Louis Tiffany and Gustav Klimt, prominent artists […]
3 events,
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Celebrating Fifty Years of Cleo Parker Robinson Dance
Celebrating Fifty Years of Cleo Parker Robinson Dance
Join us for this conversation with the celebrated, Denver-based choreographer Cleo Parker Robinson as the FAC celebrates fifty years of her esteemed dance ensemble. Using the universal language of dance to honor the African Diaspora, Cleo Parker Robinson Dance explores the human condition, champions social justice, unites people of all ages and races, and ultimately celebrates […]
5 events,
A Deep Dive into the Work of Floyd Tunson
A Deep Dive into the Work of Floyd Tunson
Focusing on a recent acquisition and other works by Floyd Tunson, Collections and Education staff at the FAC Museum will be leading in-depth experiences for students with Tunson’s work throughout the month of February. These engagements will focus on preservation, care, and representations of cultural identity and social histories within Tunson’s work. In pursuit of […]
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Libation Creations: Valentine Edition
Libation Creations: Valentine Edition
Artmaking Happy Hour Series Celebrate love! Back by popular demand, artist Linda Sagastume and mixologist Angelina Rice bring you romance-inspired creations to liven up this year's Valentine's Day. Whether you typically revel in or avoid the holiday, this event will hit you in the right spot — just like Cupid's bow! Here's what to expect- […]
Invigorate Your Art in 2021
Invigorate Your Art in 2021
Whether you are a total beginner or a seasoned professional, there is much to learn in this virtual course that will improve your art. We will cover the artist’s mindset, composition, color, experimentation, process, adding texture, taking risks, and keeping your art practice fun. If you are uninspired or in a slump, this course will […]
4 events,
Anna Tsouhlarakis: To Bind or to Burn
To Bind or To Burn presents recent works by multi-media and performance artist Anna Tsouhlarakis (Navajo, Creek, and Greek). Tsouhlarakis was the 2019-20 Andrew W. Mellon artist in residence at the FAC. During this time in the studio, she explored projects that questioned how to indigenize contemporary art practice. This exhibition combines art works from these […]
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To Bind or to Burn: Conversation with the Artist
To Bind or to Burn: Conversation with the Artist
The FAC will be celebrating virtually the opening of a new exhibition, Anna Tsouhlarakis: To Bind or to Burn, February 12-August 21, 2021. Join Polly Nordstrand, curator of Southwest Art, in conversation with the artist as they discuss her strategies to indigenize contemporary art. The exhibition presents various bodies of work, including the projects she […]
4 events,
A Deep Dive into the Work of Floyd Tunson
A Deep Dive into the Work of Floyd Tunson
Focusing on a recent acquisition and other works by Floyd Tunson, Collections and Education staff at the FAC Museum will be leading in-depth experiences for students with Tunson’s work throughout the month of February. These engagements will focus on preservation, care, and representations of cultural identity and social histories within Tunson’s work. In pursuit of […]
4 events,
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Intimate Apparel – A Reunion/Reading
Intimate Apparel – A Reunion/Reading
In 2018, the FAC Theatre Company produced Intimate Apparel by Lynn Nottage. In celebration of Black History Month, the entire cast of the 2018 production will re-unite to present a reading of the play via zoom. The reading will be streamed live on Feb. 19 and then remain available as a watchable stream through Sunday, Feb. 28.
4 events,
The Arts & Social Action: The End of Their World, Welcoming in Ours
The Arts & Social Action: The End of Their World, Welcoming in Ours
This event offers a portal into the truths of six disciplined and worldly artists who often speak what is unspoken, drawing on themes of pandemics, uprisings, and survival. We will showcase the work, struggles, and lives of Trans women and Trans femmes of color who have world-ending ideas and dangerous dreams of a future that […]
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Artivism CO — Why We Need This Now: A conversation with Lisa Villanueva
Artivism CO — Why We Need This Now: A conversation with Lisa Villanueva
When you wake up in the morning and look in the eyes of your children, grandchildren, and those you love the most, do you contemplate their future? Pause and reflect on our country’s state of environmental destruction, violation of rights and the blatant silencing of voices in our marginalized communities? If so, please join us in a candid conversation about: How and why Lisa created Artivism CO […]
4 events,
A Deep Dive into the Work of Floyd Tunson
A Deep Dive into the Work of Floyd Tunson
Focusing on a recent acquisition and other works by Floyd Tunson, Collections and Education staff at the FAC Museum will be leading in-depth experiences for students with Tunson’s work throughout the month of February. These engagements will focus on preservation, care, and representations of cultural identity and social histories within Tunson’s work. In pursuit of […]
4 events,
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A Poetry Reading with Douglas Kearney
A Poetry Reading with Douglas Kearney
In celebration of Black History Month, join us for an evening of poetry and discussion with Douglas Kearney. Douglas Kearney is a poet, performer, and librettist who has published seven books that bridge thematic concerns such as politics, African-American culture, masks, the Trickster figure, and contemporary music. His most recent collection, Sho, aims to hit crooked […]
4 events,
The Arts & Social Action: The End of Their World, Welcoming in Ours
The Arts & Social Action: The End of Their World, Welcoming in Ours
This event offers a portal into the truths of six disciplined and worldly artists who often speak what is unspoken, drawing on themes of pandemics, uprisings, and survival. We will showcase the work, struggles, and lives of Trans women and Trans femmes of color who have world-ending ideas and dangerous dreams of a future that […]
4 events,
Youth Rep Ensemble
Youth Rep Ensemble
Virtual Spring Camp! Wednesdays & Saturdays, March 3–May 1 (8 weeks). This spring session for high school students will offer weekly workshops from esteemed faculty and guest instructors ranging from auditions technique, classical text, movement, voice work and more. Students will also devise and rehearse for the first ever Fine Arts Center Theatre School Cabaret […]
5 events,
Handbuilding in Clay I
Handbuilding in Clay I
In this virtual course for adults, we will be together from afar as we connect through the experience of ceramics. This beginner’s guide to handbuilding clay features a series of personalized prerecorded video demonstrations, exciting Zoom presentations, and fun class exercises. Traditional and not-so-traditional building, texturing, and glazing techniques will be covered, while celebrating individual […]
Virtual FAC Play Club!
Virtual FAC Play Club!
First Thursday of the month, Oct. 1–May 6 (8 sessions) 7–8:30 p.m. Join FAC Theatre Company’s Producing Artistic Director, Scott RC Levy, for lively conversations about plays! It’s a book club for play lovers! Each month, a new play will be dissected, discussed and celebrated.
4 events,
Beginning Colored Pencil
Beginning Colored Pencil
Adult 6 week class. Bring a whole new light to your art with various colored pencil techniques. Enhance your artistic style and express your creative voice with vibrant color. We will explore color theory, color blending, and other methods to advance your way of thinking in color. Still life studies will be investigated to understand […]
5 events,
Emerging Artists Class
Emerging Artists Class
Virtual Spring Camp! Saturdays, March 6–May 1 (8 weeks), 9 a.m.–12 p.m. Rising theatre stars take note! This class is designed for students who yearn to further develop their love and skills for the theatrical art form. Daily theme exploration will allow these students to get a three-dimensional view of performing and creating. Collaboration will […]
Budding Thespians
Budding Thespians
Virtual Spring Camp! Saturdays, March 6–May 1 (8 weeks), 9–11 a.m. It is time to once again to raise the virtual curtain on our youngest performers! Students will explore the magical world of theatre through games, rehearsals, and collaboration. Interactive instruction will have students dancing, acting, crafting and much more! Registration for this camp includes […]
Youth Rep Ensemble
Youth Rep Ensemble
Virtual Spring Camp! Wednesdays & Saturdays, March 3–May 1 (8 weeks). This spring session for high school students will offer weekly workshops from esteemed faculty and guest instructors ranging from auditions technique, classical text, movement, voice work and more. Students will also devise and rehearse for the first ever Fine Arts Center Theatre School Cabaret […]