A museum curator gazes down on a flag of candy cane stripes and 50 white stars. She does not pass judgment on the artifacts; she merely catalogues them. But she does write the captions – captions which omit or emphasize information. Just how should she caption the battered flag of the United States of America? […]
Art lovers turned out Friday, June 6 to see the latest in galleries and shops, hear live music, and perhaps enjoy a glass of wine or refreshment along the way. Many artists whose work was featured during Art Walk will be on display all month – so if you missed Art Walk, you might still […]
Gazing into Julia Evans’ abstract paintings is a similar experience to seeing visions in the inkblots of a Rorschach test. Gazing into one, you could see a pirate ship … or a hammock … or a chalice. I could’ve sworn that the hazy shapes of another painting depicted a basketball player leaping for a dunk. […]
COURTESY OF THE MINERAL SPRINGS FOUNDATION Enjoy hors d’oeuvres , a specialty cocktail crafted with Manitou’s spring water and live music by singer-songwriter Eliot Bronson – whose style is notably reminiscent of the legendary Bob Dylan – all while supporting the work of the Mineral Springs Foundation to preserve and promote this vital piece of […]
First Friday Art Walk should be the most wonderful evening of the month, but without proper planning, it can turn into a mad dash across the city to hit each of your favorite galleries. Scrolling through social media the morning after, you’ll realize you missed out on an opening reception party in Manitou Springs or […]
Leah Gonzales is returning to her roots – beyond just metaphors of the earth. As she prepares to open her solo exhibition titled “Flowers Shall Grow, And I Am In Them,” she recalls winning one of her first art awards as a young student at Manitou Elementary School. “It was in the second grade and […]
COURTESY OF ARTS UPRISE Several local and regional arts organizations, artists, actors, directors, playwrights, a musician and a poet laureate have joined forces for The Arts Uprise Festival. Billed as “your best alternative to doomscrolling,” this creative tsunami teams the Millibo Art Theatre, the host venue, with original plays penned by Colorado playwrights, music by […]
As the weather warms, Art Walk is heating up, too. Crowds turned out for May’s First Friday Art Walk, which fortunately happened before soaking spring rainstorms rolled through the region. Many artists whose work was featured during Art Walk will be on display all month – so if you missed it on the month’s first […]
You don’t have to travel far this summer to find world-class entertainment. The 17th Annual Green Box Arts Festival takes place June 27 through July 12 in Green Mountain Falls, about a 25-minute drive from downtown Colorado Springs and 10 minutes from Manitou. Design your own personal itinerary by choosing from a menu of artistic […]
I‘d been wrestling with the idea of how to stay somewhat sane when the world’s going nutso. Then I saw this fascinating video by Jennifer Lisa Vest. The Indigenous philosopher and psychic said that when watching things get torn down (America? Democracy? Retirement savings?), the best answer is to build something. I’ve seen people doing […]
COURTESY OF THE MILLIBO ART THEATRE Millibo Art Theatre presents our 20th anniversary edition of “The Incredible Circus Millibo” featuring classical circus acts with a modern spin joyously presented by performers of all ages – from eight-years-old through professional adult. This is truly a circus for “children of all ages” and is the perfect first […]
Though technically the first Art Walk of spring, a chilly wind and a few snow flurries attended the April Art Walk – though that didn’t keep the crowds of art admirers away. Many artists whose work was featured during Art Walk will be on display all month – so if you missed Art Walk, you […]
Bronc Day announces 2025 Grand Marshal Bronc Day, the signature event of Green Mountain Falls for 87 years, will take place this summer on Saturday, July 26. Leading the parade and festivities will be long-time resident Ann Esch. Parade organizers say Ann first came to Green Mountain Falls as a summer visitor in 1937. She […]
The Manitou Art Center (MAC), in partnership with the Creative Alliance Manitou Springs (CRANE), the Pikes Peak Bulletin and Visit Manitou Springs, announced the formation and call for applications for the Manitou Made Launchpad program. This initiative is the primary component of a larger retooling of the original Manitou Made platform. “The Manitou Made campaign […]
Did you know Platte Furniture (2331 E. Platte Pl.) has a high-end gallery downstairs? Not only does the company sell unique and stylish furniture of all types, it helps you make your home beautiful with local art – and supports the fine art community by providing a commission-free space to sell.
On the final evening of February, House of GOCA: Psychedelic Garden dazzled the Ent Center for the Arts, infusing the space with whimsy, magic and an explosion of color. The groundbreaking event marked the inaugural wearable arts show on the University of Colorado Colorado Springs (UCCS) campus – an electrifying fusion of fashion and fine […]
When the ManiKrewe Carnivale committee was formed a few years ago, we happily inherited more than 30 years of Manitou Springs Carnivale history. Decorations, banners, beads, costumes and ephemera. But Carnivale’s most enduring legacy are the giant puppets – the King, Aries, The Owl, The Three Headed Monster, The Jester (mistakenly dubbed The Blue-Eyed Boy, […]
Photos by Kadie Kirkpatrick The robust arts community of the Avenue Creative Circuit holds an evening of arts events throughout Downtown Colorado Springs, Old Colorado City and Manitou Springs during the First Friday Art Walk each month. Listen to live music, wander the galleries and mingle with the artistic community. Goes 5-8 p.m. or later.
At Concrete Couch, community is the heart of our mission. As a nonprofit organization dedicated to fostering creativity and collaboration, we focus on sustainability practices that not only enrich our projects but also strengthen the bonds within our community. Through the innovative use of recycled materials, we are paving the way for a brighter, more […]
Manitou Springs is getting ready for a replacement of the Iron Springs Font, and several talented artists are in the running. The process is being led by CRANE (Creative Alliance Manitou Springs) and the Mineral Springs Foundation. Each artist has shared their unique ideas to create something special for the beloved landmark. CRANE and the […]
