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Art historian Sister Wendy Beckett has died. She was 88

LONDON – Sister Wendy Beckett, an art historian and critic who rose to prominence on TV late in life, has died. She was 88. The Carmelite Monastery of Quidenham said Beckett died ...

DATE: Dec 26, 2018 | CATEGORY: Visual Arts

Durango works to establish a creative district

Local entities, artists collaborate in effort to receive certification

DATE: Dec 13, 2018 | CATEGORY: Visual Arts

Meow Wolf set to pounce on Washington, D.C.

SANTA FE â€“The New Mexico-based startup company for immersive art installations known as Meow Wolf is planning a large-scale exhibition in Washington, D.C. Meow Wolf announced Tu...

DATE: Dec 13, 2018 | CATEGORY: Visual Arts

New Olio artwork will explore ‘sense of place’

Main theme of work is ‘sense of place’

DATE: Dec 1, 2018 | CATEGORY: Visual Arts

Denver Art Museum hosts Dior retrospective

DENVER (AP) – Haute couture gowns worn by the likes of Elizabeth Taylor, Marilyn Monroe, Jennifer Lawrence and Rihanna are now on view at the Denver Art Museum. The museum’s new e...

DATE: Nov 23, 2018 | CATEGORY: Visual Arts

Studio & artist introduces ‘The Sheet’

David Holub offers interviews, illustrations

DATE: Nov 11, 2018 | CATEGORY: Visual Arts

Buyer of Banksy work that self-destructed to keep it

The anonymous buyer of a Banksy painting that mysteriously shredded just after it was auctioned off at Sotheby’s last week plans to keep the work. The 2006 work, “Girl with Balloo...

DATE: Oct 11, 2018 | CATEGORY: Visual Arts

Taking their painting outside: Sorrel Sky to host Plein Air Artists Colorado show

The for 22nd year, Plein Air Artists Colorado will hold its National Juried Fine Art Exhibition, and this year, they have selected Durango’s Sorrel Sky Gallery to be the host. Alo...

DATE: Oct 4, 2018 | CATEGORY: Visual Arts

BLM artist-in-residence plans Canyons of the Ancients presentation

Lanny Wagner will share process of night photography

DATE: Sep 26, 2018 | CATEGORY: Visual Arts

Annual Fall Art Walk gets public through doors while keeping it interesting

Downtown galleries fling open doors Friday night

DATE: Sep 20, 2018 | CATEGORY: Visual Arts

Thought-provoking art on display in FLC faculty show

A new, lighter-than-air wall sculpture by Jay Dougan anchors the Fort Lewis College Art Gallery exhibit this month. Centered on the west wall, “R.W. Quilt” is a pristine visual puzzle. ...

DATE: Sep 14, 2018 | CATEGORY: Visual Arts

Inaugural Durango Dharma Center art show connects art to meditation

‘It’s that process of being in the moment and being with what’s there’

DATE: Sep 13, 2018 | CATEGORY: Visual Arts

Photos: A day for boatersAnimas River Days boaters compete on Saturday at Durango Whitewater Park

Animas River Days boaters compete on Saturday at Durango Whitewater Park

Artists reveal ‘Droplets’ mural at Animas River DaysProject involving nine artists was a ‘massive undertaking’ to portray collective vision

The city of Durango and nine artists unveiled the “Droplets” mural on Saturday during Animas River Days at the Santa Rita Water Reclamation Facility.The reclamation center and Santa Rita Park were bustling with residents and visitors who showed up for a day of water sports in 82-degree weather.The mural features a series of water droplets containing depictions of wildlife along the Animas River, and the personalities or styles of each artist who worked on them.

Silas Armstrong, an artist who worked on the piece, said the project was a massive undertaking for a group of artists who would presumably find trouble fitting all of their unique ideas into one piece.But they pulled it off.“They initially thought there’s gonna be way too many cooks in the kitchen, but we managed to make it work,” he said.The nine artists are: Armstrong, Cindy Atchison, Chelsie Begoody, Laurie Cullum, Mariah Kaminsky, Parker Ledford, Jordanne Pelkey, Maddie Sanders and Hannah Wilson.“Droplets” uses a color spectrum representing the seasons. The largest droplets break up the major scenes of the Animas River depicted in winter through autumn.“I chose to depict mine in yellow because it just happened to fall in the summer location, but also to represent the 2015 (Gold King Mine waste water spill) disaster that tainted the river and turned it yellow,” he said.

He said a shining sun portrayed over the entire scene is a symbol of hope. The mural also includes depictions of how ecological damage effects the community and the ecosystem downriver from Durango.Armstrong said locals might recognize his art behind Jean Pierre Bakery, Cafe and Wine Bar, a mural of Bart Simpson from “The Simpsons.”He also had a mural at The Hive, a youth community hub, before it announced the closure of its 1150 Main Ave. location.“It’s been one of the best experiences of my life,” he said of the project. “Super-talented artists. Really just honored and flattered enough to work with some of the great artists that are here.”“Droplets” came together through a partnership between the artists, the city of Durango and The Walls Project, a nonprofit that uses art and creativity to drive positive change in communities.The art project came together right on schedule. Tom Donley, The Walls Project’s chief financial officer, said in March the public unveiling of the mural was slated to happen during Animas River Days.Tommy Crosby, economic opportunity manager for the city, said in March the mural was made possible because a separate landscaping project at the reclamation center was completed under budget by about $100,000. The mural’s price tag was about $45,000.Two art installations, a sculpture by Alex Bond called “Whispers in Water” and a kinetic piece depicting a kayaker riding waves by Jeff Wise, were also included in the mural project.cburney@durangoherald.com

Project involving nine artists was a ‘massive undertaking’ to portray collective vision

Photos: Riders compete in the IHBC mountain bike pro races

Photos: Riders battle it out in IHBC men’s professional road raceAnother successful Iron Horse Bicycle Classic road race held on Saturday

Another successful Iron Horse Bicycle Classic road race held on Saturday

Photos: Iron Horse Bicycle Classic women’s professional road raceSaturday’s women’s race for first place was a thriller, with Durango’s Lauren Aggeler earning a come-from-behind victory

Saturday’s women’s race for first place was a thriller, with Durango’s Lauren Aggeler earning a come-from-behind victory

Photos: 2024 Iron Horse Bicycle Classic McDonalds Citizen TourMultiple area cyclists hit the highway for the annual event on Saturday

Multiple area cyclists hit the highway for the annual event on Saturday

Photos: Durango High School’s Class of 2024 graduates285 seniors receive their diplomas on Friday night

285 seniors receive their diplomas on Friday night

Photos: Steamworks wins annual ‘Battle of the Animas’Steamworks created separation from the pack near the end to win on Wednesday; Ska Brewing takes second, Eolus places third

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Steamworks created separation from the pack near the end to win on Wednesday; Ska Brewing takes second, Eolus places third

PHOTOS: Bayfield High School’s Class of 2024 graduatesSeventy-two graduating students celebrate milestone on Sunday at Wolverine Country Stadium

Seventy-two graduating students celebrate milestone on Sunday at Wolverine Country Stadium

PHOTOS: Durango 9-R’s Title VI Native American Education program celebrates Class of 2024Graduates represent seven tribes, including Southern Ute, Ute Mountain Ute and Navajo Diné, on Saturday

Graduates represent seven tribes, including Southern Ute, Ute Mountain Ute and Navajo Diné, on Saturday

Art historian Sister Wendy Beckett has died. She was 88

Durango works to establish a creative district

Meow Wolf set to pounce on Washington, D.C.

New Olio artwork will explore ‘sense of place’

Denver Art Museum hosts Dior retrospective

Studio & artist introduces ‘The Sheet’

Buyer of Banksy work that self-destructed to keep it

Taking their painting outside: Sorrel Sky to host Plein Air Artists Colorado show

BLM artist-in-residence plans Canyons of the Ancients presentation

Annual Fall Art Walk gets public through doors while keeping it interesting

Thought-provoking art on display in FLC faculty show

Inaugural Durango Dharma Center art show connects art to meditation

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