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creativity in its many forms. Creativity viscerally speaks beauty to us in the form of painting, writing, crafts, the performing arts. It also shows up in the business world, solving problems or offering creations or services that make life just a little bit better. Chances are, no matter if you are a professional artist or problem-solver, you've

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ARTIST’S PALETTE Sheila Laurienti

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the power of she

T h is work was a lso i nspi red by a dea r f r iend whose son passed by su icide. . . . I wa nted people to k now that even thoug h you have da rk days, don’t su r render to the da rk ness. Be the l ig ht.

SHEILA LAURIENTI, KNOWN BY ‘SHE’ TO HER CLOS-

stay-at-home mom thing. I was a working artist during

EST FRIENDS, SHARES HER MOST RECENT WORK AND

that time but didn’t have much time to invest in my work. Once

WHERE SHE FOUND THE INSPIRATION. Born in the Pocono

my kids were grown, I had more time to hone my talent, and

mountains, Sheila grew up loving art and nature. She attended

things opened up for me. I started meditating, which is so

The Art Institute of Philadelphia graduating with a degree

helpful. It clears my head and gives me the visuals I need.

in Visual Communications. After living all over the country,

Now, I am coming into my own. I’ve always been an artist,

including Soho in Manhattan during its heyday, Sheila and

but now I have all this creativity coming out onto the can-

her family settled in Highlands Ranch in 2003. Her love of the

vas. Now I am able to do multiple studies of a subject or series

outdoors is well suited to Colorado living. She plays tennis,

to decide which go onto the large canvas.

hikes, kayaks, loves dancing and meditates daily. Find her at SheilaLaurientiArt.com.

Faced with really difficult times, instead of writing in a journal, I started writing my troubling feelings on the canvas. I decided I didn’t want that sort of energy going into

IS PAINTING NEW FOR YOU? I’m a self-taught painter. I’ve been painting for 30 years. When my kids were young, I was so busy with the

people’s homes once they purchase my work, so I changed the messages on the canvas to positive words. Then I cover them with paint.

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ARTIST’S PALETTE (CONTINUED)

Once my k ids were

g row n, I had more t i me to hone my ta lent, a nd th i ngs opened up for

me. I sta r ted med itat i ng, wh ich is so helpf u l. It

clea rs my head a nd g ives me the v isua ls I need.

Now, I a m com i ng i nto

my ow n. I’ve a lways been a n a r t ist, but now I have

a l l th is creat iv it y com i ng out onto the ca nvas.

YOUR MOST RECENT SERIES, BE THE LIGHT,

and then they fill our life with oxygen. The paintings are

IS FULL OF MEANING. TELL US ABOUT THAT.

mixed media, including spackle, and I love the depth it cre-

This work was all done during quarantine. I wrote positive words like “Be the Light”, Bible verses, Buddha’s words, so

browns, which are beautiful, but I see all different colors.

on. In each of these paintings, there is always a bit of red,

This work was also inspired by a dear friend whose

which is my heart, and burnt umber, which is my soul. So I

son passed by suicide. I was feeling his spirit one day,

have put in the good words, the good vibes, and my heart and

so I started writing down some of the things he wrote in

soul into each painting before it goes into someone’s home.

his journal onto the canvas. I asked him to be with me

The series is inspired by whatever brings you

and that is when the light in the painting started coming

your peace and light, whatever you believe in.

ated. Most people see aspen trees with whites, greys and

through followed by brighter colors.

God, Mother Nature, the universe, whatever, that is the

I wanted people to know that even though you have

light emanating through the trees. I used aspen trees

dark days, don’t succumb to the darkness. You are sur-

with the root system, and the crowning of the branches

rounded by love and light.

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DO YOU SEE YOUR PEERS ALSO EXPERIENCING

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and discovering themselves. I belong to women’s

in those roles. I have so much respect for the amazing

groups and interact with these wonderful women who

women of the previous generation, but we don’t have to do

are so enlightened. It helps all of us spread our wings.

things exactly like they did. They did so much for women in

We’ve found it is OK to be true to ourselves and have

their time, and now it’s our time to do even more. I have a

all these amazing feelings, growth and pain. It is won-

daughter and I want to show her she is so powerful. Women

derful to go through the experiences together; you

have so much to say, so much to share. Feminine qualities,

don’t have to be alone.

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international ballet school

Photography - John Osterbrock

THE INTERNATIONAL BALLET SCHOOL SITS IN A

America Grand Prix and Denver Ballet Guild, as well

NONDESCRIPT SUBURBAN STRIP MALL BETWEEN

as finalist to the New York YAGP. Along with teaching

AN AUTO REPAIR SHOP AND SELF-STORAGE. But

and coaching, she designs the costumes and stages

step inside, and you’ve been transported to a down-

for the International Youth Ballet.

town warehouse studio. Modern and industrial in its

“We call ourselves International Ballet School

design, white walls contrast with black furnishings and

because we train stylistically versatile dancers who go

billowy curtains.

on to dance all over the world. Our students have been

The aesthetic of this space is reminiscent of ballet itself. Sophisticated and graceful, urban and poised. Dancers of all skill levels come here to refine their

invited to dance in Monoco, Germany, Switzerland, Italy, and much more, even the Lincoln Center in New York City,” Sandra says.

craft. The corner studio is flooded with natural light and

Given Mark’s and Sandra’s success in their dance

flanked with wall-to-wall mirrors. The other two large

and teaching careers, it isn’t hard to understand why

studios have garage doors and exposed pipes, adding

students travel a good distance to dance at International

to the sophisticated, urban vibe.

Ballet School. While about 35 percent of their students

International Ballet School was founded in 1997 in Colorado Springs by Mark Carlson. In 2000, he

are Highlands Ranch residents, they also have students who travel up to 60 miles to dance with them.

and Sandra Kerr opened the International Ballet School

“Many young children dream of becoming a profes-

in Littleton after the birth of their son. Before opening

sional ballet dancer. The reality is that only three to 10

their own school, Mark danced for 20 years as a profes-

percent of students studying for a professional career

sional ballet dancer in principal roles and soloist all over

will ever make it,” Mark says. “Statistically speaking,

Europe. Sandra too danced as a soloist in Dusseldorf,

you have a higher chance of becoming a professional

Germany, as well as the Colorado Ballet.

football player than a professional dancer.”

After moving back to the United States, Mark

The first steps towards dancing professionally begin

worked as the associate artistic director of the

when students are very young, training many hours a week

Colorado Ballet Two as well as company teacher for

with highly accomplished instructors who themselves

the Colorado Ballet until he founded the International

have studied with renowned teachers in a comprehensive

Ballet School. Both Mark and Sandra have won mul-

program like that at the International Ballet School.

tiple teaching and choreography awards. Mark has

“We have about 70 students here, and we know all

coached students for the prestigious Prix de Lausanne

of them,” says Sandra. “One very special thing about

and the U.S.A. International Ballet Competition,

International Ballet School is we are one of only a few

where his students have received numerous scholar-

schools that hold performances in venues such as Gates

ships and company traineeships. Sandra’s students

Concert Hall and the Newman Center. And our cos-

have regularly placed in the Denver Regional Youth

tumes are all exceptionally professional. The Nutcracker CONTINUED >

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costumes are all from London Festival Ballet.” When performing Peter Pan, they hire Flying by Foy, the first company that flew Mary Margaret in the Broadway Production. This gives all students the experience of a

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professional production. Additionally, the International Ballet School partners with the Highlands Ranch Community Association to produce its annual Nutcracker performance during the holidays. In 2020, they offered a virtual performance of the ballet because live performance wasn’t available due to Covid-19 restrictions. The International Ballet School also has classes for students who love ballet, but don’t aspire to a career in dance. Mark and Sandra wish to provide a dance school where all students fall in love with dance. “Not everyone in our studio is aiming at a professional career. A lot of kids graduate high school and go on to college and other careers,” Mark says. “Whether or not you want a professional career, dance teaches you discipline, hard work, dedication, creativity, and passion for the arts.” One student who has the potential to break into professional dance is Olivia Daugherty, who travels from Falcon, Colorado to dance at International Ballet School. Olivia started dancing at the age of 4 and has now danced for 14 years. “I knew I loved to dance after my first competition about seven years ago. I love performing and the feeling of being on stage,” Olivia says. “Ballet is an art form that allows you to portray different characters and express a story through movement rather than words.” Olivia was invited back to the Prix de Lausanne this year, after being a finalist in 2019. She is one of four Prix de Lausanne finalists from International Ballet School over the years. “At International Ballet School, I am offered such great performance opportunities with professional set designs

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and overall production. IBS also offers an extended program where I can train at a more pre-professional level. I was also drawn to this school for the faculty members, including the international teachers, that allow the students to learn new techniques and perspectives.” So whether headed for the grand stage in Europe, or as a recreational experience, the International Ballet School offers all students the chance to experience the beauty and splendor of ballet. Find them at internationalballetschool.net. CityLifestyle.com/HighlandsRanch

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OUR TOWN

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SUPPORT LOCAL, BLACK OWNED

BLACK HISTORY MONTH IN FEBRUARY CELEBRATES

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THE CONTRIBUTIONS THAT AFRICAN AMERICANS HAVE

LITTLE ABOUT SHARED HISTORY

MADE TO AMERICAN HISTORY IN THEIR STRUGGLES FOR EQUALITY AND DEEPENS OUR UNDERSTANDING OF OUR NATION’S HISTORY. Here are just a few of our favorite Blackowned businesses in Douglas County.

T H E WA F F L E QUEEN

Creole descended and influenced, Glynis Albright, The Queen as she is affectionately called, developed her chicken

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and waffles recipe to feed friends. Taste-tested by celebri-

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ters envisioned a business creating things they love:

Highlands Ranch and South Denver family photography

Treats. Now older, with extra time due to the pandemic,

business specializing in maternity, children, lifestyle,

the sisters are getting started on their dream. Don’t miss

senior and extended family sessions; as well as intimate

their cheery Strawberry Cheesecake-Stuffed Cones or

wedding and event photography. Included in every ses-

Birthday Krispie Treats. littlesistastreats.com

sion: a funny story. daniellemakia.com

STE RLING’S TEAM SPEED

Highlands Ranch resident Sterling Joseph’s sports-training facility, Sterling’s Team Speed, brings his expertise in sports performance training for youth, teams and adults. Sessions can be customized to the demands of specific sports. They now offer pandemic-safe ways to train. teamspeedco.com

Highlands Ranch Lifestyle | February 2021

J O R DA N ’ S BARBERSHOP

Jordan’s Barbershop was established in 2006 by Daniel Jordan Hayes, with locations in Lone Tree and Aurora, as well as a mobile service and a women’s salon. A favorite of players on the Denver Broncos, his full-service barbershops are for men looking for an upscale experience. jordansbarbershop.com

Slifer Smith & Frampton partners with Forbes Global Properties

The most influential real estate companies in the world, coming together to form an exclusive par tnership, Forbes Global Proper ties. Slifer Smith & Frampton Real Estate remains locally owned and operated, par tnered with an ultra-elite international network that builds upon our roots in the mountains and the Mile High.

We’re excited to be joining an exceptional global brand, to extend unsurpassed quality to our brokers and clients here in Denver and beyond.

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