It's a hot August in many parts of the world. But that doesn't keep the artistic people from expressing themselves. While mopping our brows, we put contributions to culture out for anyone to experience.
This month I have submitted five works of art to the Colorado State Fair again. This is such a fun and open environment and it's a real delight to participate. I am premiering two new pieces: "Ute Passing Tava-Kaa-Vi" a celebration of one of the First Nations that populated Colorado long before the Eastern immigrants arrived. This piece is an attempt to represent the previously named peoples beneath the great Sun Mountain, also called Pikes Peak. A second new work is "Latent Power" a representation of the Giant Checkered rabbits that grace our land. It's no joke that these rabbits are giants in their class. I returned to the use of conte' crayon on this one and am extremely pleased with the outcome.
Go to the State Fair to celebrate Colorado's 150th Anniversary!
For the first time I entered the State Fair Poetry Contest. These three poems feature experiences in the Rocky Mountains of Colorado. I'm looking forward to seeing if any of my three poems will be accepted. There will be a live reading of accepted and winning poems on Wednesday, September 2, 2026 at 6:00 p.m. in the Fine Arts Building.
How Do You See God?
This month I have participated in Academy Art and Frame Company's 15th annual "How Do You See God?" exhibition. This is open to all faiths, all ages, and all media. Each year the Company produces a book of all the artists' work involved and it will be available for purchase on August 21.
Artist Book Signing
Friday, August 21 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Don't Miss the MAC!
I have two different pieces at the Manitou Art Center 1st Amendment Show in the Intemann Gallery August-September. I so appreciate this great art center and making space for anyone to show their work.
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