Chautauqua Palmer Lake [Jul 29-Aug 4] announcing

CONTEMPORARY DANCE CAMP–ages 5-11, and 12 up. 5 sessions/$75, register online: chautauquapalmerlake.org.

Dancers will learn a blend of jazz, classical ballet, lyrical and modern. They will focus on fluidity, musicality, articulation, and the basics of dance. This class is a great opportunity for both new and experienced dancers to express themselves, master new skills, and build friendships in a safe environment. At the end of the week, students will get the chance to perform a combination and show off what they’ve learned to their loved ones.

In case of weather issues, class will be moved to THE SUNDANCE STUDIO. 1450 Cipriani Loop I Monument, CO 80132. 719.481.8208. info@thesundancestudio.com

Mary Hansen. www.sundancestudio.com

Chautauqua Palmer Lake

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In 1874, the original Chautauqua Assembly was organized at a campsite on the shores of Chautauqua Lake in the state of New York.[5] –Wikipedia

“Chautauqua” is a Haudenosaunee word with multiple meanings, including “a bag tied in the middle” or “two moccasins tied together.” The word describes the shape of Chautauqua Lake, located in southwest New York, which was the setting for the Chautauqua Institution, the first educational assembly in what became a significant movement at the turn of the 20th Century — from The Colorado Chautauqua, Boulder, Colorado • https://www.chautauqua.com/2021/chautauqua-movement-history/

CHAUTAUQUA PALMER LAKE
Jul 29 – Aug 4

Call for Art for Public Gallery

The Arts Council is calling for art for display in Palmer Lake.
No entry fees; art may be for sale.

Artists,  This is to inform you that we are taking submissions for the next round of the Public Gallery displays at the Palmer Lake Town Offices and Palmer Lake Library. Please submit images of your work to Dennis Book at denbook@comcast.net.

If your work is chosen, I will give you a Loan Agreement and Entry Form to fill out when you bring your work at the agreed upon time. Thanks for your interest in this project. The response has been very positive from folks who have viewed past displays. 

Dennis Book, Curator
Palmer Lake Arts Council

2024

Palmer Lake Arts Council is looking forward to an active year. We have adult and kid’s classes coming, a wood show, a fun fundraiser that will let you add to your art collection, another Shakespeare in the Park, a new kind of Chautauqua in August, and a Christmas play based on a local writer’s book. These are just a few of the things we have planned. Stay tuned to our calendar!

Beginning Watercolor Landscape Painting

REGISTER HERE

Feb 8-March 14, Thursdays 6:30-7:45 pm
66 Jefferson St, Monument CO-Tri-Lakes Senior Center
Teacher- Maria Kowalski-MFA with a drawing and painting emphasis
Class size-min 5-max 15
Ages-6th grade thru adult
$200 session/$45 per drop in

Class will familiarize students with basic watercolor materials and equipment. Students will develop composition and color theory fundamentals of landscape painting. We will use a travel watercolor set so that students will be able to paint on location for assignments out of class and in the studio as practice. Students will develop landscape painting watercolor techniques using photo references in the classroom. The class will explore color mixing, color complements and color harmonies essential in successful landscape paintings. Each session we will have time for classroom instruction, painting exercises for visual accuracy, and group critiques.

Materials needed
No 2 pencils-$3
Sketchbook-$14
Canson Watercolor Book 9×12-$25
Sable brush set, flats and rounds-$50
Windsor and Newton travel watercolor set-$40
Prismacolor color watercolor pencil set 36-$45
1 roll scotch blue painters tape-$5
Faber Castell clic go artist cup-$8

Sketchbook Development Class: Building Artistic Skills

REGISTER HERE

Feb 8-March14, Thursdays 5-6:15pm
66 Jefferson St, Monument CO-Tri-Lakes Senior Center
Teacher- Maria Kowalski-MFA with a drawing and painting emphasis
Ages-6th grade-adults
$200 for session/$45 per drop in

This course is designed to activate sketchbook development as a tool for artistic advancement. We will use drawing from observation and creative journaling to stimulate artistic expression. Students will explore image making and develop sketchbook techniques. Classroom will focus on creating a skilled expression and jump starting creative habits. Sketchbook development through creative expression is fundamental to becoming a professional artist. Each session will have time for classroom instruction, developing drawing ability and group critiques.

Materials needed
Sketchbook 9×12-$15
Prismacolor graphite drawing set-$20
Prismacolor watercolor pencil set-$45

Happy Holidays

Palmer Lake Arts Council wants to thank all our sponsors and supporters for a great 2023! We had adult and children’s art classes, 3 live theater performances, outdoor art, rotating art showcased in town hall, an AI art show and lecture, an open house, an Easter egg hunt and the town tree lighting. 

We have lots more planned for 2024-stay tuned!