This week’s Art in Public Places Spotlight is While You Wait by Carolyn Braaksma (2018).
Artist Carolyn Braaksma designed locally sourced sandstone seating for Cresent Park, a popular neighborhood gathering spot in northeast Fort Collins.
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Come to The Opening Reception for “The Bright Side” at the Lincoln Center Art Gallery TONIGHT! 5:30 to 7pm.
Meet the artists for this new exhibit that celebrates the power of bright color and uplifting energy through a dynamic mix of artistic styles. Featuring floral paintings by Annie O’Brien Gonzales @annieobriengonzales , a picture worthy interactive installation by Laura Merage @laura_merage , abstract works by Tricia Soderberg @triciasoderbergart , and a selection of portraits by Randy Steinke @steinke_randy ; the collection invites viewers to experience art in a way that is emotionally uplifting.
The Bright Side will only be on display through June 12. Don’t miss your chance to experience this awesome exhibit.
The gallery is free and open to the public Wednesday and Friday from 1-6pm and before most performances at The Lincoln Center.
More info at link in bio.
This week’s Art in Public Places Spotlight is Up•cy•clone by Tim Upham with help from artists Andrew Bohn, Todd Kundla, and Rick Upham (2016).
This sculpture is made of recycled bike frames supplied by local businesses. It is located in the roundabout at the intersection of Vine Dr. and Shields St. The sculpture creates a whirlwind of color and triangular shapes that is mirrored in the landscape design of the roundabout.
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Come to the Lincoln Center Art Gallery and take a look at “The Bright Side”
This new exhibit celebrates the power of bright color and uplifting energy through a dynamic mix of artistic styles. Featuring floral paintings by Annie O’Brien Gonzales @annieobriengonzales , a picture worthy interactive installation by Laura Merage @laura_merage , abstract works by Tricia Soderberg @triciasoderbergart , and a selection of portraits by Randy Steinke @steinke_randy ; the collection invites viewers to experience art in a way that is emotionally uplifting.
The Bright Side will only be on display through June 12. Don’t miss your chance to experience this awesome exhibit.
The gallery is free and open to the public Wednesday and Friday from 1-6pm and before most performances at The Lincoln Center.
More info at link in bio.
Artists, apply now for the Artist Opportunity Grant through the Arts & Culture Department!
This grant provides unrestricted funds for active individual artists living in or around Fort Collins. Funds can be used for rent, groceries, bills, supplies, or other day-to-day expenses, creating more space for artists to focus on their work and creative opportunities.
The total grant award is $3,000. Applications are open through June 12.
Learn more, review the FAQ and apply at link in bio.
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This week’s Art in Public Places Spotlight is A Hero’s Welcome by Mario Miguel Echevarria @io_mario_io (2007).
A Hero’s Welcome, located on the trail west of the South Transit Center, is a procession of three sculptures that offer a warm neighborhood welcome to trail users. Colorful figures, ornamented in mosaic tiles, lean out of three-dimensional metal windows to wave and offer flowers to the passersby. The sculpture support columns are covered with ceramic tiles created by students from Beattie and Lopez Elementary schools.
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Visit The Lincoln Center Art Gallery before it’s too late. Under Pressure: 2026 National Printmaking Exhibition will only be on display through April 24. This national juried exhibit is part of The Month of Printmaking (Mo’Print) @moprintcolorado .
The gallery is free and open to the public Wednesday and Friday from 1-6pm and before most performances at The Lincoln Center.
More info at link in bio.
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This week’s Art in Public Places Spotlight is Sunset Cloudscape by Chelsea Ermer (2024).
Local artist Chelsea Ermer @chelseaermer_art created this mural for the all-gender restroom in the Center for Creativity, 200 Mathews St. The purpose of the mural is to add an element of surprise and whimsy to the space. With the additions of colorful clouds and soothing sunset gradients, Ermer’s wish is that you are transported to a peaceful place as you enter the space.
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Join us for a Hands-on printmaking demonstration at the Lincon Center Monday April 20 from 6:15–7:15 p.m.
Guided by artist and guest juror Johnny Plastini @jplastini , you are invited to roll-up your sleeves and celebrate Colorado’s Month of Printmaking (Mo’Print) by making your own free, art print inspired by the music of Black Violin.
Link in Bio
Under Pressure: 2026 National Printmaking Exhibit will be on display through April 24 at the Lincoln Center Art Gallery.
Join us for our next Creative Foundations Workshop, Art Works Better Together: Networking for Creatives
📅 Thursday, 5/7
🕓 4:00 – 5:30 p.m.
📍 Center for Creativity, 200 Mathews St, Fort Collins
Led by Amanda Miller Nye of The Place Setting Company @theplacesettingcompany , this interactive session will help you build meaningful partnerships and strengthen your professional network. Through a short presentation, guided worksheet activities and open networking time, you’ll practice asking key questions, explore what you truly bring to collaborative projects, and learn how to create connections that move your ideas forward. Whether you’re an individual artist or part of an organization, this free workshop will leave you feeling more confident and intentional in your networking.
Free to attend. Light refreshments provided.
Space is limited — RSVP today at link in bio.
This series is presented by The City of Fort Collins in collaboration with the Downtown Fort Collins Creative District @fococreativedistrict
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Calling All Quilt Artists!
The Lincoln Center Art Gallery is now accepting submissions for the 42nd Annual New Legacies: Contemporary Art Quilts exhibition.
Deadline: April 20
Apply now — link in bio
Guest jurors Dorothy Raymond @dorothygillraymond and Stephanie Shore @stephanieshoreart will select the featured works, and award $2,000 in cash prizes.
This juried exhibition features the current work of the finest national contemporary quilt artists. The exhibition will highlight innovation in quilting and surface design techniques as well as excellence in artistic composition and craftsmanship.
Don’t miss this chance to share your work!
This week’s Art in Public Places Spotlight is Alley Views by Joe McGrane (2017).
Alley Views is located in the Montezuma Fuller Alley, adjacent to the downtown parking lot at Oak & Remington. This artwork by local artist Joe McGrane was designed to provide interest to the restroom facade and add a playful art element to the alley landscape. It includes a 5-foot diameter radiating tile mosaic with five convex mirrors framed by a brick band. Reflected images change relative to the position of the viewer and radius of mirrors.
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