Breckenridge Creative Arts Spring 2018 Happenings

BRECKENRIDGE CREATIVE ARTS SPRING 2018 HAPPENINGS

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CONTENTS Welcome

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Arts District

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Membership

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Registration + Pricing

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Schedule-at-a-Glance

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Core Classes

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Master Classes

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Private Classes

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Date Nights

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Youth Programs

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Open Studios

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Working Studios

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Artists-in-Residence

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Partner Programs

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Exhibitions

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Public Art

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Tours

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Docent Program

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Special Events

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Instructors

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General Information

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Funders + Sponsors

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Breckenridge Creative Arts 150 West Adams Avenue Post Office Box 4269 Breckenridge, CO 80424 info@breckcreate.org 970 547 3100

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WELCOME Discover the creative side of Breckenridge.

Whether you enjoy exhibitions of contemporary art, or fun-filled festivals where you can touch the artwork and become a performer yourself. Whether you want to take a class, attend a talk, see a film, tour public artwork or watch artists at work—we have something to ignite your imagination.

Breckenridge Creative Arts serves artists, creatives, cultural enthusiasts, visitors and residents with a year-round schedule of creative happenings throughout our picturesque mountain town—from the concert hall, local theaters and galleries we manage, to the Breckenridge Arts District, a campus of quaint historic structures that offers a full calendar of classes, workshops and open studios.

Here, nestled in a cozy valley under spectacular snow-capped peaks, we invite you to join us in the exchange of ideas, to collaborate and revel in creative community. It is our sincere hope that you, too, will find inspiration in this most unique of places.

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ARTS DISTRICT The Breckenridge Arts District is the region’s epicenter of creativity, bringing together studios, galleries, performance spaces, historic landmarks, public art, restaurants, cafes and other creative businesses that animate and populate a vibrant cultural corridor in downtown Breckenridge. The district’s core attraction is a lively arts campus of renovated historic structures that now function as studio spaces for classes, workshops, affordable rentals by local artists and visiting artist-in-residence programs.

The Breckenridge Arts District is a Certified District in the Colorado Creative Industries Creative District Program.

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MEMBERSHIP Share your love of Breckenridge Creative Arts and its many creative programs with your family, friends and colleagues by giving them a gift membership. Available year-round, Breckenridge Creative Arts memberships help support BCA’s mission and provide exclusive member benefits including: • • • • • •

25% discount on all classes and open studios Waived service fee for online registration Quarterly digital magazine by email Quarterly course catalog by mail Invitation to special events 12-month membership term

Bookmark our website at breckcreate.org, where you can find complete information on all our programs and activities.

Register for a class today and receive your member discount.

Membership Levels Individual $50

Student + Senior + Artist $35 To purchase a membership, please call 970 547 3100 or visit breckcreate.org/membership

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REGISTRATION Online tickets.breakcreate.org 24 hours a day, 7 days a week In-Person Old Masonic Hall, 136 S. Main St. Mon + Tue, 3–8pm; Thu + Fri, 3–8pm; Wed + Sat, 9am–8pm Riverwalk Center Ticket Office, 150 W. Adams Ave. Tue–Fri, 12–5pm

By Phone Riverwalk Center Ticket Office | 970 547 3100 Tue–Fri, 12–5pm All participants, even pre-registered, are required to check-in at Old Masonic Hall, 136 S. Main St., prior to class. Please allow a minimum of 10 minutes prior to class start for registration process.

For online and phone orders, there is a $1 to $4 per registration service fee. There is no service fee for members or in-person orders.

Space is limited for drop-in participants; first-come, first-served.

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PRICING BCA is excited to announce our new pricing structure. All Core Classes and Open Studios are priced the same: BCA Member: $15; Non-Member: $20. All Master Classes are priced the same: BCA Member $30; Non-Member: $40. Materials are available for purchase at an additional cost in the Hot Shop and Ceramic Studio.

For participants interested in attending a variety of classes, we encourage you to become a BCA member and take advantage of a 25% discount on class and open studio fees along with other benefits. Membership provides a great opportunity to explore different mediums and programs, all with big savings.

Gift Cards You can also purchase a gift card in various denominations which can be applied against class tuition, open studio fees and cost of materials. Gift cards are non-refundable and non-transferable.

Individual classes, memberships and gift cards can be purchased through breckcreate.org or by contacting the Ticket Office at 970 547 3100.

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SPRING 2018

SCHEDULE-AT-A-GLANCE: CLASSES TITLE

DATES

TIME

Breck Candle Cabin Working Studio Ceramics Open Studio

3/5–5/28 3/5–5/21

12–3pm 5–8pm

3/6–5/29 3/6–5/15* 3/6–5/1* 3/6–5/22

12–3pm 3:30–4pm 5–8pm 5–8pm

MONDAYS

TUESDAYS Ambika Herbals Working Studio Toddler Art Intro to Metalsmithing Ceramics Open Studio

WEDNESDAYS Ceramics Open Studio 3/7–5/23 9am–12pm Community Art Projects for Teens 3/14, 4/11, 5/9 12–2pm Breck Candle Cabin Working Studio 3/7–5/30 12–3pm After School Art 3/7–5/2* 4:30–5:30pm Master Class: Advanced Glassblowing 3/7, 5/2 5:30–8:30 Intermediate/Advanced Ceramics 3/7–5/2* 6–8:30pm Sewing + Mending 3/7–5/2* 7:30–9pm

Artist-in-Residence Workshop 4/25–5/16 10–11am

*NOTE: No classes April 16-22. Please check date span (above) for class term.

Special Events, Open Studios, Working Studios, and Artist-in-Residence Open Studios continue until end of May.

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INSTRUCTOR

LOCATION

COST

Bernadette Foley Chris Hosbach

Randall Barn FREE Ceramic Studio $

Erica Ragusa Paige P. Scheuermann Kerri Anne S. + Yvonne K. Greg Bushey

Lower Level Ceramics FREE Quandary Antiques Cabin FREE Hot Shop $ Ceramic Studio $

Kristina Nethaway Mindy Regner Bernadette Foley Paige P. Scheuermann Chris Schutz Rachael Anderson Joanne Stolen + Jessica Ream Dena Peterson

Ceramic Studio $ Quandary Antiques Cabin FREE Randall Barn FREE Quandary Antiques Cabin FREE Hot Shop $$ Ceramic Studio $ Randall Barn $ Tin Shop FREE

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SPRING 2018

SCHEDULE-AT-A-GLANCE: CLASSES TITLE

DATES

TIME

Teen Art Club After School Writing Club Woodcut Printmaking Paint a Landscape Hot Shop: Independent Projects Makeshift: Distilling 101 Artist-in-Residence Working Studio

3/1–5/3* 3/1–5/3* 3/1–5/3* 3/1–5/3* 3/1–5/10* 4/18 4/26–5/17

3:45–5:15pm 5–6:30pm 5:30–7:30pm 5:45–7:15pm 6–9pm 6–9pm 1–5pm

THURSDAYS

FRIDAYS Ambika Herbals Working Studio Beginner Ceramics

Intro to Glassblowing Date Night Artist–in–Residence Working Studio Master Class: Painting Foundations

3/2–5/25 3/2–5/4, no class 3/23* 3/2–5/4* 3/23 + 5/25 4/27–5/18

4/13, 5/11

SATURDAYS Second Saturdays for Families 3/10, 4/14, 5/12 Ceramics Open Studio 3/3–5/19 iPhone Photography 3/3–4/28* Artist–in–Residence Working Studio 4/28–5/19

Master Class: Ceramic Decoration 4/7 + 4/8

Artist-in-Residence Working Studio 5/4-6/1

12–3pm 6–8:30pm 6–9pm 7–9pm 1–5pm 2–5pm

10am–noon 1–4pm 5-7pm 1–5pm 5–8pm + 10am–1pm 4-6pm

*NOTE: No classes April 16-22. Please check date span (above) for class term.

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INSTRUCTOR

LOCATION

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Karen Fischer Sonya Dalrymple E.Barry + C. Drew Karen Fischer Jared Clauer Breckenridge Distillery Dena Peterson

Quandary Antiques Cabin Old Masonic Hall Upper Level Randall Barn Fuqua Hot Shop Breckenridge Distillery Tin Shop

FREE FREE $ $ $ $$ FREE

Erica Ragusa Rachael Anderson

Lower Level Ceramics Ceramic Studio

FREE $

Jared Clauer Hot Shop $ Instructor Varies Old Masonic Hall, Upper Level $ Dena Peterson Tin Shop FREE Emily Wahl + Amy Evans Fuqua $$

Instructor Varies Old Masonic Hall Upper Level Chris Hosbach Ceramic Studio Kia Neill Randall Barn Dena Peterson Tin Shop Rachael Anderson Ceramic Studio

FREE $ $ FREE $$

Stephanie Imbeau

FREE

Robert Whyte House

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SPRING 2018

SCHEDULE-AT-A-GLANCE: SPECIAL EVENTS TITLE

MARCH Opening Reception: BCA Instructor Exhibition 2018 Opening Reception: Secret Love Collective: Anniversary Artist Talk: Arts District Campus Galleries Second Saturday: Rachael Anderson Breck Pride: Secret Love Collective Performance Date Night: Pottery Class APRIL Opening Reception: Megan Gafford: Hormesis Opening Reception: Eric Stewart + Taylor Dunn: Off Country Artist Talk: Arts District Campus Galleries BREW: Art + Politics Second Saturday: Nancy Branca Makeshift: Distilling 101 Sonic Lodge MAY Opening Reception: Cloud of Wonder: SHS Student Exhibition Film Screening: Off Country Second Saturday: Mindy Regner Docent Training rAnge:10 Docent Refresher Date Night: Candle Making Class

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DATES

TIME

3/7

5:30–9pm

3/7 5:30–9pm 3/7 6:30–7pm 3/10 10am–noon 3/10 + 3/11 2–3pm 3/23 7–9pm

4/5

5:30–9pm

4/5 4/5 4/12 4/14 4/18 4/20

5:30–9pm 6:30–7pm 7–9pm 10am–noon 6-9pm 7–10pm

5/2 5/3 5/12 5/16 5/16 5/17 5/25

6–8pm 7–9pm 10am–noon 10am-4pm 7–9pm 3-6pm 7–9pm

LOCATION

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Gallery@BRK Gallery@OMH + Gallery@BRK Old Masonic Hall Upper Level Robert Whyte House Old Masonic Hall Upper Level

FREE FREE FREE FREE $

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Gallery@BRK Gallery@OMH Breckenridge Theater Old Masonic Hall Upper Level Breckenridge Distillery Old Masonic Hall

FREE FREE FREE FREE $$ FREE

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Gallery@SBL Breckenridge Theater Old Masonic Hall Upper Level Old Masonic Hall Breckenridge Theater Old Masonic Hall Upper Level Old Masonic Hall Upper Level

FREE FREE FREE FREE FREE FREE $

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CORE CLASSES BCA offers a selection of fine art, craft and design classes that serve beginners to advanced students. Participants can register in advance or drop-in day of workshop; class capacities are limited.

All Core Classes are priced equally: $20 per class, or $15 per class if you are a BCA member. Materials are available for purchase at an additional cost in the Hot Shop and Ceramic Studio.

All Core Classes are beginner level, unless otherwise stated.

All participants, even pre-registered, are required to check-in at Old Masonic Hall, 136 S. Main St., prior to class. Please allow a minimum of 10 minutes prior to class start for registration process.

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Ceramics Ceramic Studio | Instructor: Rachael Anderson

+ $10 materials fee

Beginner Ceramics: Fri, 6–8:30pm

Intermediate/Advanced Ceramics: Wed, 6–8:30pm Drawing + Painting Fuqua Livery Stable | Instructor: Karen Fischer

Paint a Landscape: Thu, 5:45–7:15pm Glassblowing + Lampworking Hot Shop | Instructor: Jared Clauer

+ $10 materials fee

Intro to Glassblowing: Fri, 6–9pm

Independent Projects: Thu, 6–9pm Metalworking Hot Shop | Instructors: Kerri Anne Stassen + Yvonne Kuennen

+ $20 materials fee

Intro to Metalsmithing: Tue, 5–8pm Photography Randall Barn | Instructor: Kia Neill

iPhone Photography: Sat, 5-7pm Printmaking Randall Barn | Instructor: Erin Barry + Caroline Drew

Woodcut Printmaking: Thu, 5:30–7:30pm Textiles Randall Barn | Instructors: Joanne Stolen + Jessica Ream

Sewing + Mending: Wed, 7:30–9pm Register in person at Old Masonic Hall or the Riverwalk Center Ticket Office; by phone at 970 547 3100; or online at breckcreate.org.

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MASTER CLASSES BCA offers a selection of Master Classes for the intermediate students that are looking to go deeper in the advancement of their practice. Participants can register in advance or drop-in day of workshop; class capacities are limited. All Master Classes are priced equally: $40 per class, or $30 per class if you are a BCA member. Materials cost for all Master Classes is $20.

All participants, even pre-registered, are required to check-in at Old Masonic Hall, 136 S. Main St., prior to class. Please allow a minimum of 10 minutes prior to class start for registration process.

Painting Foundations Fuqua Livery Stable | Instructors: Amy Evans + Emily Wahl

Apr 13 + May 11, 2–5pm Ceramic Surface Decoration Ceramic Studio | Instructor: Rachael Anderson

Apr 7, 5–8pm + Apr 8, 10am–1pm

*Participants must register for both days, $80 for 2-day series Advanced Glassblowing Hot Shop | Instructor: Chris Shutz

Mar 7 + May 2, 5:30–8:30pm

Register in person at Old Masonic Hall or the Riverwalk Center Ticket Office; by phone at 970 547 3100; or online at breckcreate.org.

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PRIVATE CLASSES For groups of 3 people or more, we offer private workshops of varying lengths in the following mediums: ceramics, painting, drawing, glassblowing, lampworking, printmaking, photography and textiles/sewing.

Cost: $40 per person, class capacity depends upon medium For individuals (1-2 people), we offer private workshops in the same mediums for a supportive and personalized experience.

Cost: $60 per person To schedule a workshop, please contact Becca Spiro at 970 547 3116 ext 1 or becca@breckcreate.org.

Please note: Reservations for both group and individual private workshops need to be made two weeks prior to your preferred workshop date and scheduling will depend upon instructor availability.

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DATE NIGHTS Join BCA for a fun evening of romance and art-making.

Whether you are a couple or single looking for a night out, are all welcome on the Arts District campus for hands-on entertainment. Bring your own picnic dinner and enjoy a drink on us. Pre-registration is required and includes one drink; 21+, please. BCA Member: $15; Non-Member: $20.

All participants, even pre-registered, are required to check-in at Old Masonic Hall, 136 S. Main St., prior to class. Please allow a minimum of 10 minutes prior to class start for registration process.

Throwing Down + Getting Dirty: Pottery Class Old Masonic Hall, Upper Level | Instructor: Rachael Anderson

Fri, Mar 23, 7–9pm Turning Up the Heat: Candle Making Class Old Masonic Hall, Upper Level | Instructor: Bernadette Foley

Fri, May 25, 7–9pm

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YOUTH PROGRAMS BCA works with Summit County schools and K-12 participants to provide a diverse offering of arts activities. Admission is free and on a first-come, first-served basis. Registration is encouraged to reserve a space; limited capacity.

All participants, even pre-registered, are required to check-in at Old Masonic Hall, 136 S. Main St., prior to class. Please allow a minimum of 10 minutes prior to class start for registration process.

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KIDS + FAMILIES After School Art Quandary Antiques Cabin, FREE Ages 6–12 | Every Wed, 4:30–5:30pm Instructor: Paige P. Scheuermann Parents must register and sign a waiver at Old Masonic Hall, 136 S. Main St., for first-time participants.

After School Writing Club Old Masonic Hall, Upper Level, FREE Ages 10–14 | Every Thu, 5–6:30pm Instructor: Sonya Dalrymple Toddler Art Quandary Antiques Cabin, FREE Ages 1–5 | Every Tues, 3:30–4pm Instructor: Paige P. Scheuermann Parents are required to attend. Please register for child only.

Second Saturdays for Families Old Masonic Hall, Lower Level, FREE All Ages | Second Sat Monthly; Mar 10, Apr 14, May 12, 10am–12pm Instructors: Rachael Anderson, Nancy Branca, Mindy Regner TEENS Teen Art Club Quandary Antiques Cabin, FREE Ages 13 – 18 | Every Thu, 3:45–5:15pm Instructor: Karen Fischer Community Art Projects for Teens Quandary Antiques Cabin, FREE Ages 13–18 | Mar 14, Apr 11, May 9, 12–2pm Instructor: Mindy Regner

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OPEN STUDIOS

Open Studios are an opportunity to explore a medium independently. Studio technicians will be present to register and orient participants, but these sessions are not led by an instructor.

Prior to attending an Open Studio, participants must take a class on campus or be able to demonstrate experience with the respective medium.

All Open Studios are priced equally: $20 per class, or $15 per class if you are a BCA member. Pay for materials as you go. Materials cost anywhere from $1–$20, depending on quantity purchased.

Ceramics Open Studio Ceramic Studio Studio Techs: Greg Bushey, Chris Hosbach, Kristina Nethaway

Mon, 5–8pm

Tue, 5–8pm

Wed, 9am–12pm

Sat, 1–4pm Hot Shop: Independent Projects Hot Shop | Instructor: Jared Clauer Thu, 6–9pm

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BUILDING HOPE'S

BALANCE: THE ART OF SELF-CARE

MAR 20, APR 17, MAY 15

FUQUA LIVERY STABLE, 6-8PM

Balance is a monthly series co-produced with Building Hope. Convene on campus for hands-on art activities, movement workshops, culinary classes, and more. Learn how to harness creativity as energy. Facilitated by art instructors and professionals, all ages and skill levels are welcome.

Free. Email betsyc@summitfirc.org 24 hours in advance to sign up.

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WORKING STUDIOS Local artists work on the Arts District campus and provide working studio hours for visitors to observe their process.

Ambika Herbals | Erika Ragusa Ceramic Studio, Lower Level, FREE | Tue, Fri, 12–3pm ambikaherbals.com Ambika Herbals is an apothecary that promotes the ritual of self care.

Breckenridge Candle Cabin | Bernadette Foley Randall Barn, FREE | Mon, Wed, 12–3pm breckenridgecandlecabin.com Breckenridge Candle Cabin makes products that are kosher and environmentally friendly.

Wild Balance | Annie Kerr Fuqua Livery Stable, FREE | Visit website for hours thewildbalance.com Wild Balance is a growing jewelry company, creating handmade earrings and necklaces.

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ARTISTS-IN-RESIDENCE BCA’s artist-in-residence program offers regional, national and international artists of all disciplines an opportunity to focus on process rather than product while engaging with the local community in a meaningful way.

The artist-in-residence program is a partnership between Breckenridge Creative Arts and the Saddle Rock Society.

Spring Tin Shop Artist: Dena Peterson Colorado Springs, CO Apr 23–May 20, 2018 filmmaking, painting An award-winning artist for over 20 years, Dena’s paintings have been exhibited in regional, national, and international shows. Dena is one of 120 international artists that contributed to the film “Loving Vincent.” Dena is currently represented by Hunter-Wolff Gallery in Colorado Springs. //denapaints.com Weekly Workshops with Dena Free workshops, demos, lectures or activities run by Dena Tin Shop | Wed, Apr 25–May 16, 10-11am, FREE Working Studio Hours with Dena Meet Dena Peterson, learn about her creative process and see examples of her work Tin Shop | Thu, Fri, Sat, Apr 26–May 19, 1–5pm, FREE

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Spring Robert Whyte House Artist: Stephanie Imbeau Berlin, Germany May 1–Jun 7, 2018 fiber arts, ceramics, mixed media Stephanie Imbeau’s practice investigates the way individuals seek community, personal security and a place to belong.

She uses representations of protective structures as anthropomorphisms to explore this universal human impulse.

Stephanie uses a variety of mediums that possess the opposing qualities of utility and fragility, such as clay, cardboard and umbrellas. //stephanieimbeau.com Working Studio Hours with Stephanie Meet Stephanie Imbeau, learn about her creative process and help construct her new site-specific work ‘Place/d,’ which will be featured in WAVE 2018.

Robert Whyte House | Fri, May 4–Jun 1, 4–6pm, FREE

For more information, visit: breckcreate.org/artists-in-residence

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PARTNER PROGRAMS BCA is proud to partner with local artists and community organizations to provide interdisciplinary programs. For detailed schedules and to register for classes, see website for schedule.

Breckenridge Recreation Center Old Masonic Hall, Upper Level, Cost Varies Every Tue, various times breckenridgerecreation.com Building Hope’s BALANCE Fuqua Livery Stable, FREE Tue, Mar 20, Apr 17, May 15, 6–8pm summitfirc.org/assistance/building-hope/ Colorado Mountain College Ceramic Studio, Cost Varies Every Thu, 5:30–9:50pm coloradomtn.edu Meta Yoga Studios Old Masonic Hall, Upper Level, Cost Varies Every Mon + Wed, various times See website for schedule metayogastudios.com

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SONIC LODGE OLD MASONIC HALL

APR 20, 7–10PM

FEAT. DJ TROPICAL WAFFLE | $5 SUGGESTED DONATION

Join us on the gallery floor for an evening of live music, interactive art and socializing. Experience the current exhibition ‘Hormesis’ at Gallery@OMH along with a concert performed among the installations themselves. Broken Compass Brewery will host a cash bar throughout the night.

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BCA INSTRUCTOR EXHIBITION 2018 Mar 7–28, 2018 Gallery@OMH | Old Masonic Hall

An exhibition that brings together works by instructors from the Arts District campus to showcase local creativity and talent.

Featuring pieces by Rachael Anderson, Erin Barry, Karen Fischer, Chris Hosbach, Phil Lindemann, Kia Neill, Kristina Nethaway, James Russick Smith + Paige P. Scheuermann.

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EXHIBITIONS BCA’s exhibition program is a contemporary series of seasonally rotating installations, events and interventions employing visual art, performance, film, digital media and social practice.

Each exhibition is thoughtfully curated with an underlying theme or story that responds to the unique needs, beliefs and aspirations of Breckenridge and surrounding mountain communities, reflective of our rich local history, spectacular natural playground and love of outdoor adventure, and our concerns for environmental sustainability, physical and mental well-being, and social equity. Exhibitions are designed to be accessible to and inclusive of all ages, cultures and creeds who make up our diverse population of local residents and visiting guests.

For more information on exhibitions and schedule, visit: breckcreate.org/exhibitions Gallery@OMH, Admission: FREE Gallery Hours: Mon + Tue, 3-8pm; Thu + Fri, 3–8pm; Wed + Sat, 9am–8pm; Sun, Closed Gallery@BRK, Admission: FREE Gallery Hours: Hours vary; please contact Nicole Dial-Kay at nicole@breckcreate.org to schedule a visit.

Gallery@SBL, Admission: FREE Gallery Hours: Mon–Thu, 9am –7pm; Fri –Sat, 9am –5pm; Sun 1 –5pm

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EXHIBITIONS Secret Love Collective: Anniversary Gallery@BRK, Breckenridge Theater, FREE Mar 7–25, 2018 Secret Love Collective: Katy Batsel, Lares Feliciano, Colby Graham, Gwendolyn Lassen, Piper Rose, Frankie Toan, Genevieve Waller, Katy Zimmerman + Lauren Zwicky Opening Reception + Breck Pride Week Kick-Off Party Gallery@BRK | Wed, Mar 7, 7–9pm; Artist Talk | 7pm Secret Love Collective was born out of a desire to connect and create worlds that do not yet exist. Based in Denver, the collective is a changing, growing, malleable group of artists and creative folk who live DIY lives, genders, sexes, and bodies, and possess many cultural, sexual, gendered and artistic identities.

In this exhibition, Secret Love has compiled objects and images from completed events, performances and projects in a site-specific installation that celebrates Breck Pride Week, Mar 7–11.

The “Anniversary” they celebrate is their own first year together, Breckenridge’s second annual Pride Week and LGBTQ+ lives that don’t always include traditional trajectories, milestones or commemorations.

Exhibition-Related Events: Tell Your Secrets: Secrets Faire March 10 + 11, 2pm | Gallery@BRK + Robert Whyte House In partnership with Breck Pride Week, Secret Love Collective hosts a “Tell Your Secrets: Secrets Faire” on the Arts District campus. Audiences can tell their secrets and stories through embroidery, karaoke, dress-up, self-portraiture, and more. Artists will work with participants to explore their own experiences of thinking outside the usual boundaries of gender and sexuality.

Bring your favorite costume accessories and your sketchbook!

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BCA CURATES

SECRET LOVE COLLECTIVE: ANNIVERSARY Mar 7–25, 2018 Gallery@BRK | Breckenridge Theater

An exhibition of visual and performance-based works by LGBTQ+ artists including Katy Batsel, Lares Feliciano, Colby Graham, Gwendolyn Lassen, Piper Rose, Frankie Toan, Genevieve Waller, Katy Zimmerman + Lauren Zwicky.

Part of Breck Pride Week, Mar 7–11

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HORMESIS MEGAN GAFFORD Apr 5–May 20, 2018 Gallery@OMH | Old Masonic Hall

Created with tools commonly used in science, like microscopes and particle detectors, this immersive exhibition invites you to wonder at how the world works.

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EXHIBITIONS BCA Instructor Exhibition 2018 Gallery@OMH, Old Masonic Hall, FREE Mar 7–25, 2018 Opening Reception Wed, Mar 7, 5:30–9pm, featuring James Russick Smith Artist Talk | 6:30pm An exhibition that brings together works by instructors from the Arts District campus to showcase local creativity and talent.

Hormesis: Megan Gafford Gallery@OMH, Old Masonic Hall, FREE Apr 5–May 20, 2018 Opening Reception | Gallery@OMH Thu, Apr 5, 5:30–9pm, feat. particle detector demonstration Artist Talk | 6:30pm Hormesis is the hypothesis that low doses of radiation are healthy; a controversial theory as some scientists think that even small amounts can cause serious harm. The artwork in this exhibition both creates and detects radioactive events, offering viewers an opportunity to wonder at the subatomic world.

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EXHIBITIONS Off Country: Eric Stewart + Taylor Dunne Gallery@BRK, Breckenridge Theater Apr 5–May 20, 2018 Opening Reception | Gallery@BRK Thu, Apr 5, 5:30–9pm Artist Talk | 6:30pm Eric Stewart + Taylor Dunne present a multimedia oral history project examining the powerful landscapes of nuclear weapons testing and how the stories of those affected fits into the continuing search for identity in the American West.

Exhibition-Related Events: Apr 12, 7–9pm, BREW featuring Megan Gafford + Eric Stewart Breckenridge Theater May 3, 7–9pm, Eric Stewart: Off Country Film Screening Breckenridge Theater

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BCA CURATES

OFF COUNTRY ERIC STEWART + TAYLOR DUNNE

Apr 6–May 20, 2018 Gallery@BRK | Breckenridge Theater

A multimedia oral history project examining the powerful landscapes of nuclear weapons testing and how the stories of those affected fits into the continuing search for identity in the American West.

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CLOUD OF WONDER SUMMIT HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS May 2–Oct 1, 2018 Gallery@SBL | Community Center + South Branch Library

An exhibition that explores dreams, imagination, unanswered questions, inner fears, fantasy and outer space.

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EXHIBITIONS Cloud of Wonder Gallery@SBL, Breckenridge Grand Vacations Community Center + Summit County South Branch Library, FREE May 2–Oct 1, 2018 Opening Reception | Gallery@SBL Wed, May 2, 6-8pm Cloud of Wonder is an exhibition co-curated by Summit County students and Breckenridge Creative Arts. Artwork in this show explores dreams, imagination, unanswered questions, inner fears, fantasy, and outer space. It is the students’ hope that visitors feel empowered, inspired, and connected to other humans after experiencing this exhibition.

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PUBLIC ART The Breckenridge public art collection engages passersby from all walks of life, inciting conversation around topics that are quintessentially Breckenridge, from the picturesque mountain environment to rich local history. Pieces in the permanent collection occupy carefully-selected public spaces throughout town, and are thoughtfully curated to enhance the collective aesthetic experience of locals and visitors alike. In addition to the permanent collection, temporary and ephemeral installations bolster the experience of Breckenridge as a haven for creativity high in the Colorado Rocky Mountains.

To explore the collection, visit: breckcreate.org/public-art

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PUBLIC ART + DISTRICT TOURS TAKE A SELF-GUIDED TOUR Use your mobile device to listen to the Breckenridge Public Art + Arts District Audio Tour by visiting: spts.us/bca GET A MAP Pick up a map to accompany your walking tour at Old Masonic Hall or the Welcome Center.

PLAN YOUR ROUTE To view the public art collection or campus, choose between three pre-organized routes:

Public Art | Downtown

Public Art | North + East

Historic Arts District Campus Alternatively, you can create your own route by entering numbers (1-42) into the Spot ID at the top of the screen.

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SECOND SATURDAYS

FOR FAMILIES 10AM - 12PM, OLD MASONIC HALL

MAR 10, APR 14, MAY 12

Join us on the Arts District campus the second Saturday of each month from 10am to 12pm for free hands-on kids activities and creative crafts. Children of all ages welcome with parent or guardian present; first come-first served.

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DOCENT PROGRAM BCA docents are trained volunteer educators interested in leading groups through the permanent public art collection, special exhibitions and historic arts campus. As ambassadors for Breckenridge Creative Arts, docents lead conversation-based tours designed to inspire creative thinking and enhance our guests’ experience with an appreciation for art.

Docent training takes place on May 16 from 10am to 4pm in Old Masonic Hall. Upon completion of the training program, students will be invited to apply for a position as a BCA docent, with applicants agreeing to a minimum three-month service commitment. Docent benefits include a one-year BCA membership and a modest stipend upon completion of a season of tours. For more information, please contact Becca Spiro at 970-547-3116 ext 1.

Returning docents are required to attend a refresher course on May 17 from 3 to 6pm in Old Masonic Hall. Please contact Becca Spiro at becca@breckcreate.org to sign up.

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SPECIAL EVENTS BCA hosts a series of year-round special events that includes concerts, lectures, creative forums, open houses, family activities and other community gathering opportunities.

Second Saturdays for Families Old Masonic Hall, FREE Sat, Mar 10, Apr 14, May 12, 10am–12pm Join us on the second Saturday of each month from 10am to 12pm for free, hands-on kids’ activities and creative crafts on the Arts District campus. Children of all ages welcome with parent or guardian present. Materials are provided, and participants will be able to take their projects home. Registration is encouraged to reserve a space; limited capacity. Admission is free, and drop-ins are welcome on a first-come, first served basis.

MakeShift Breckenridge Distillery Thu, Apr 18, 6–9pm, $40 materials fee Topic: Distilling 101 Join Breckenridge Distillery for a lesson on how to sample from individual barrels to create the ultimate blend of bourbon whiskeys. Learn from Head Distiller Hans Stafsholt as we select from the unique qualities, heritages, and abilities of various barrels and take an in-depth tour of the distillery and equipment used in the process.

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MAKESHIFT OLD MASONIC HALL | THU, APR 18, 6-9PM Presented by Breckenridge Distillery

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Distilling 101: Join Breckenridge Distillery for a lesson on how to sample from individual barrels to create the ultimate blend of bourbon whiskeys. Learn from Head Distiller Hans Stafsholt as we select from the unique qualities, heritages, and abilities of various barrels and take an in-depth tour of the distillery and equipment used in the process. $40 materials fee.

MakeShift is a makers’ night for adults featuring creative projects with guest makers and other DIY-inspired activities.

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BREW: IDEAS + CREATION LAB BRECKENRIDGE THEATER | THU, APR 12, 7-9PM

FREE | Presented by Breckenridge Creative Arts | breckcreate.org

Topic: Should art be political?

With the inundation of political conversation in our world, does art have a responsibility to take part in civic affairs?

BCA’s spring exhibition artists Megan Gafford and Eric Stewart invite you to join in a conversation about the relationship of art with the escalating affairs of state, and civilly discuss the very different approaches each holds to the inclusion of nuclear energy in their artwork.

BREW is a salon series that provides thought-provoking discussion for and among creative professionals with varied topics designed to engage and inspire. Part party, part conversation, the series features local craft beverages. Join us or the entire evening, or drop-in for part of the discussion.

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SPECIAL EVENTS BREW: Ideas + Creation Lab Breckenridge Theater, FREE Thu, Apr 12, 7–9pm Topic: Should art be political?

BCA’s spring exhibition artists Megan Gafford and Eric Stewart invite you to join in a conversation about the relationship of art with the escalating affairs of state, and discuss the very different approaches each holds to the inclusion of nuclear energy in their artwork.

BREW is a salon series that provides thought-provoking discussion for and among creative professionals with varied topics designed to engage and inspire. Part party, part conversation, the series features local craft beverages. Join us for the entire evening, or drop-in for part of the discussion.

Sonic Lodge Old Masonic Hall, $5 Suggested Donation Fri, Apr 20, 7–10pm featuring DJ Tropical Waffle Join us on the gallery floor for an evening of live music, interactive art and socializing. Experience the current exhibition at Gallery@OMH along with a mini-concert performed among the installations themselves. Broken Compass Brewery will host a cash bar throughout the night.

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SPECIAL EVENTS Breck Pride Week March 7–11, 2018 LGBTQ+ appreciation week presented by the Breckenridge Tourism Office, Breckenridge Creative Arts and the Breckenridge Ski Resort. Back for a second year in March 2018, and growing, Breck Pride is offering live music, daily aprés, a Color Run in costumes down the mountain, and much more fun and entertainment. A First Tracks event allows guests on the mountain an hour early to experience the fresh corduroy and early morning light. This week is for everyone—LGBTQ+, straight, skiers, snowboarders, beginners, experts, supporters­—come one, come all.

BCA presents an exhibition and series of programs by Secret Love Collective in conjunction with Breck Pride Week. rAnge:10 Breckenridge Theater, FREE Wed, May 16, 7–9pm rAnge:10 is an open showcase for the local community, covering a wide span of disciplines. You are invited to come on stage and perform your song, poem, dance, and other talents for 10 minutes. Please email nicole@breckcreate.org to add your name to the line-up.

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rAnge:10 BRECKENRIDGE THEATER | WED, MAY 16, 7PM FREE | Presented by Breckenridge Creative Arts | breckcreate.org

rAnge:10 is an open showcase for the local community, covering a wide span of disciplines. You are invited to come on stage and perform your song, poem, dance, and other talents for 10 minutes. Please email nicole@breckcreate.org to add your name to the line-up.

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SAVE THE DATE

WAVE: Light + Water + Sound

MAY 31–JUN 3, 2018 A four-day event featuring interactive artworks, temporary installations and musical performances in and around the Blue River Plaza, transforming the river, bridges and waterfront area into outdoor canvasses and exhibition spaces. breckcreate.org/wave

Presented by Breckenridge Creative Arts Photo: “Angels of Freedom” by OGE Group

INSTRUCTORS BCA’s instructors, studio technicians, docents and staff are a committed group of individuals who are passionate about art, and work to create a welcoming and creative environment.

Instructors + Studio Techs After School Art + Toddler Art: Paige P. Scheuermann After School Writing Club: Sonya Dalrymple Ceramics: Rachael Anderson, Greg Bushey, Chris Hosbach, Kia Neill, Kristina Nethaway Hot Shop: Jared Clauer, Kerri Anne Stassen, Yvonne Kuennen, Chris Schutz Drawing + Painting: Karen Fischer, Amy Evans, Emily Wahl Photography: Kia Neill Printmaking: Erin Barry, Caroline Drew Community Art Projects for Teens: Mindy Regner Teen Art Club: Karen Fischer Textiles: Joanne Stolen, Jessica Ream

Docents Kyle Armstrong, Cecilia (Cece) Daniels, Lo Mathews, Joyce Mueller, Sharon Smith, Maureen Shields, Jane Tarlow, Wendy Wilkerson

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/krē’āt/ mountain arts + culture quarterly

Published by Breckenridge Creative Arts | ISSUE NO. 10, Spring 2018

/krē’āt/ /krē’āt/ is an online magazine published quarterly by Breckenridge Creative Arts. Each issue profiles a creative individual or business, cultural organization, event and object of art in a thoughtfully curated visual journey that aims to highlight and promote the greater creative community of Breckenridge.

Available March 1, our spring issue explores places where art and science intersect—from our technology-rich festival, WAVE: Light + Water + Sound, to the diverse learning experiences offered by Keystone Science School. Through scientific and creative inquiry, we investigate our place in the world, our perspective broadened by visiting artists in our experimental residence program.

To read this and previous issues of /krē’āt/, please visit breckcreate.org/publications

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SAVE THE DATE

Breckenridge International Festival of Arts

AUG 10–19, 2018 A multi-arts program of extraordinary events in spectacular places and spaces across Breckenridge. Inspired by themes of environment and mountain culture, the 10-day festival brings together an eclectic mix of music, dance, film, visual arts and family entertainment. breckcreate.org/bifa Presented by Breckenridge Creative Arts Photo: “Little Tilde” by Thomas Dambo

GENERAL INFORMATION Course Tuition + Fees All Core Classes and Open Studios are priced equally: $20 per class/session, or $15 per class/session if you are a BCA member.

Master Classes are priced equally: $40 per class, or $30 per class if you are a BCA member. The cost of materials may be additional, depending on the medium of the class/session.

Class Cancellation All classes and open studio sessions run as scheduled, regardless of number of registrants. If it is necessary for BCA to cancel a class for any reason, registered participants will be notified as soon as possible and offered another workshop or a full refund.

Gallery and Registration Hours Gallery@OMH, Old Masonic Hall: Mon + Tue, 3-8pm; Thu + Fri, 3–8pm; Wed + Sat, 9am–8pm; Sun, closed Gallery@SBL, Community Center + South Branch Library: Mon–Thu, 9am–7pm; Fri –Sat, 9am–5pm; Sun 1–5pm Gallery@BRK, Breckenridge Theater: Hours vary; contact Nicole Dial-Kay at nicole@breckcreate.org to schedule a visit.

Membership Discounts BCA members receive a 25% discount on class and open studio fees. There are no member discounts on costs of materials.

Payment BCA accepts American Express, Discover, Visa, MasterCard, exact cash and check. In addition, PayPal may be used for online purchases.

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Refund Policy Refunds will only be offered to patrons who have registered for a class that has been canceled. Individually purchased classes are otherwise non-refundable.

Registration All participants, even pre-registered, are required to check in at Old Masonic Hall prior to class. Please allow a minimum of 10 minutes prior to class start for registration process.

Special Needs Guests with special needs or accessibility requirements should inform the Ticket Office when purchasing tickets.

You can also email campus staff with any questions at studioassistant@breckcreate.org.

Transportation + Parking Paid parking is available along Main Street, Ridge Street and French Street. The closest parking lot to the campus is on the corner of Ridge and Main Street. Please factor an additional 10 minutes into your travel time to account for parking. Free public transportation is also available on the “Purple Route” and “Trolley.” For bus schedule, visit breckfreeride.com/home Weather + Emergency Closings Pre-registered participants will be notified on the day of the scheduled class and refunded completely.

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Welcome Bag Packers.

Breckenridge is a beautiful place.

And we’re committed to keeping it that way, with sustainable practices that are easy for guests and residents to embrace. Thanks for shopping with your reusable bag, or buying one of our limited edition bags at local merchants.

Together, we’ll reduce the number of disposable bags going to the landfill or littering our pristine local rivers and trails. Come prepared and leave Breck better than ever.

FUNDERS + SPONSORS Founding Partner

Government + Foundation Partners

Program Partners

Lodging Partner

Creative Partners

LIAM DORAN PHOTOGRAPHY

Media Partners supports the supports the

This activity is supported by funding from the Colorado Tourism office, a state agency.

Design GatherHouse Inc. Images Liam Doran, Jenise Jensen, Joe Kusumoto, Joel Robison, and Carl Scofield Community Partners + Resident Companies Breckenridge Backstage Theatre | backstagetheatre.org Breckenridge Film Festival | breckfilmfest.org Breckenridge Heritage Alliance | breckheritage.com Breckenridge Music Festival | breckenridgemusicfestival.com Breckenridge Tourism Office | gobreck.com National Repertory Orchestra | nromusic.com more info + registration | 970 547 3100 | breckcreate.org

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