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April 17, 2024

Artist of the Month: Carmen Arnold

Each month the Art Spot Silverthorne Makerspace is highlighting a Maker of the Month to showcase the talented artists and creators in our community.

Carmen Arnold has always wanted to be an artist; she got her undergraduate degree in ceramics from Rhode Island School of Design. In addition to working with clay, Carmen loves to draw and paint with watercolor.

After Carmen's parents passed away she got an MBA and pursued a corporate career. This provided her the opportunity to travel around the world and become a collector and has served as a source of influence in her work. Carmen's Cuban American heritage is also greatly reflected in her artwork, through the use of vibrant color.

For Carmen, the Art Spot is a delightful place to work. "I love the collaboration with other artists and the staff is so helpful! I’m super excited to be working with clay again and to have the Art Spot available. As the staff knows, I can barely stay away during open hours!"

Outside of ceramics, Carmen loves to cook and is an avid gardener. Over the next few months she plans to continue to build functional dinnerware, combining her love of cooking with her love of ceramics.

Mother's Day Art Classes

Celebrate this Mother's Day at the Art Spot! The Art Spot will be offering multiple classes this Mother's Day in a variety of mediums.

Adults & Kids Learn to Woodworking: Mother’s Day Planter Boxes

Thursday, May 9 from 4 to 5:30 p.m. Ages 12+

Enjoy this Mother’s Day planter box building class. Bring your mom or kids for this fun introduction to the woodshop as you assemble planter boxes together. Each pair (or group) will build one planter box as you learn the basic assembly principles and methods.

Adults & Kids Mother’s Day Date Night: Pressed Floral Frames (Bilingual)

Friday, May 10 from 6 to 8 p.m. Ages 8+

Celebrate mom by joining the Simple Art Studio for this Mother daughter date night workshop where you will create pressed flower frames using real flowers. Bring your mom or a friend to make gifts to honor the mothers in your life.

Learn to Glass: Kids & Adults Mother’s Day Fused Glass Jewelry

Saturday, May 11 from 12 to 2 p.m. Ages 7+

Celebrate Mother’s Day with a jewelry making workshop that teaches you the fundamentals of glass fusing. Create one of a kind pieces for you or your loved one including your choice of a necklace, set of earrings, or keychain.

All Ages: Pour Your Art Out: Abstract Acrylic Pour Painting

Saturday, April 20 from 12 to 1 p.m.

Participants will create two original works of art including a canvas, vase, or jewelry set. You will learn the art of pour painting in this fun and abstract method for all ages.

Adults: Beginner Potters Wheel Series

Wednesdays, May 1, 8, 15 from 6 to 8:30 p.m.

This three week series is for serious students who want to learn the full process of pottery making from throwing to trimming.

Adults & Teens: Self Portrait (Bilingual)

Friday, April 26 from 6 to 7:30 p.m.

Join the Simple Art Studio for this fun workshop using family photographs and other mixed media including acrylic paint, textiles, collage and sewing techniques as you create fun and original portraits.

Teens & Adults: Ceramic Jewelry Making Series

Tuesday, May 7, 14, 21 from 6 to 9 p.m.

Create your own ceramic jewelry using clay hand-building techniques to form beads, pendants, and earrings.

Art Spot News

Call for Art: Stained Glass Exhibit at the Silverthorne Performing Arts Center 

The Silverthorne Art Board is seeking a stained glass art display to be showcased inside the Silverthorne Performing Arts Center in the education corridor for the 2024 summer season. The display areas can accommodate a variety of work from multiple artists and work will be on display from May through September 2024. Interested artists should apply by Tuesday, April 23 at noon.

Art Spot Open House and One-Year Anniversary Celebration

Saturday, May 4 from 3 p.m. to 8 p.m. Head to the Art Spot Silverthorne Makerspace for an open house and a celebration of the Art Spot’s year anniversary! Enjoy live music, take a tour of the Art Spot, shop local handmade artwork and meet the resident artists. Experienced artists can get certified to use all the incredible art equipment. Plus, a special buy one, get one free punch pass promotion for Art Spot daily admission will be available, in person only, during the open house. Community members will have the opportunity to participate in a free community craft or join a paid class during the event.

Local Flora and Fauna Highlighted at Wildflower Nature School’s Mural

Last Fall artist Christie Charleston spent 10 straight days painting a 48-foot-long, 9-foot tall colorful mural of Summit County’s flora and fauna on the side of Silverthorne’s new childcare center, Wildflower Nature School. Christie had answered the Town of Silverthorne’s call for submissions for the mural and knew they wanted it to reflect the local landscape.

Art Exhibit at the Silverthorne Recreation Center

Breck Create: Stephanie Mercado's The Seeds of Dreams Exhibit  In partnership with Mountain Dreamers, Breck Create's The Seed of Dreams exhibit by artist Stephanie Mercado is a tribute to the vibrant Latine communities of Summit County, CO. The exhibit shines a spotlight on the unwavering dedication and resilience of Latine workers quietly working behind the scenes to establish roots and harvest dreams. Through a series of portraits, this exhibition pays homage to individuals who contribute to the fabric of society.

Certified Makerspace Closure 

The certified makerspace, home to the woodshop, jewelry making and ceramics, will be closed April 15 to April 29 to upgrade the HVAC system. The second makerspace, home to drawing, painting, and textiles, will be open, along with the retail space and classroom. Thank you for your patience as this work is completed.