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Celebrating the Season
Cultural Arts Council Fine Art Gallery
423 W. Elkhorn Ave. West Park Center
9th Annual Holiday Art Exhibition & Sale
November 26 through December 31, 2011

Put our events on your Holiday Calendar and Celebrate the Season at the CAC Fine Art Gallery
Come once, come often ......... the Cultural Arts Council of Estes Park is capturing the spirit of the holidays for young and old alike. Join us in the celebration -- 40 days of art and music during this special time of year.

All of the activities will occur in our facility at 423 W. Elkhorn Ave. on the west end of down town Estes Park, with the exception of the Holiday Art Walk which takes place throughout the Estes valley. Join us as we close our 21st anniversary year ........ the fun begins November 26 and runs through January 1, 2012.

We hope to see you soon!



In the CAC Fine Art Gallery

The annual holiday art exhibition features 70 visual arts members of the Cultural Arts Council of Estes Park in a variety of fine arts & crafts mediums, and spotlights some of the finest work in the nation. Our 1,800 sq. foot facility is fully "decked" for the season with multiple trees, lights, greenery and music. Ample street level parking is available at our front door.

Artists featured reside in Colorado, from across the United States, and abroad. Many are of national renown and their work includes 2 and 3-dimensional forms for home, personal adornment or gift giving. The annual exhibit is a way to say thank you to the visual arts members, many of whom volunteer in the gallery, help with major events, donate art for fundraising events, or contribute in other ways to the Arts Council each year.

Hundreds of works of art and miniatures in all price ranges are available including: paintings in oil, watercolor, mixed media and acrylic; pencil drawings; sculpture in bronze and wood, jewelry in precious metals, semi-precious stones, glass, and amber; photography in digital and traditional formats; fused glass; ceramics, fiber, hand-crafted furniture and mixed media. Smaller objects like ornaments, cards, and books are available. The exhibition is Tour stop #1 on the 15th Annual Holiday Art Walk. Exhibition Hours are 12 noon to 5 PM daily or by appointment. The exhibition is free and open to the public. A portion of all proceeds from the sale of art in the exhibition go back into visual and performing arts programs that benefit persons of all ages.

Where in Estes Park is the Cultural Arts Council?

423 W. Elkhorn Ave. on the west end of downtown Estes Park in the West Park Center.
We are adjacent to Performance Park and the Big Horn restaurant.



Celebrate the Season Calendar of Events




November 26 – December 31, 2011

9th Annual Holiday Art Exhibition & Sale
CAC Fine Art Gallery - 423 W. Elkhorn Ave. 970.586.9203
Featuring 68 visual artist members of the CAC and 2 guest artists of the CAC in a variety of handcrafted fine art and crafts suitable for home adornment or gift giving. Fine arts and miniature works. The gala opening for this exhibition is set for Friday December 2. Exhibit Hours: 12 noon to 5 PM daily* or hours by appointment, Free. [*The CAC will be closed December 24, 25 and January 1.]


November 25, 2011 - January 1, 2012

15th Annual Holiday Art Walk
Self-guided tour of Estes Valley galleries and studios, 970.586.9203.
Give the gift of art this holiday season. Enjoy the beautifully decked streets of Estes Park and take a leisurely stroll from gallery to gallery.
Maps available at the CAC, Estes Park Visitor Center and participating locations, Free.

November 26 & 27

Holiday Open House
CAC Fine Art Gallery - 423 W. Elkhorn Ave. 970.586.9203
Hours: 12 Noon to 5:00 PM Both Days
Live music, refreshments, door prize giveaways and artist demonstrations.


Friday December 2

CAC Holiday Art Exhibition Opening and 21st Anniversary Celebration
CAC Fine Art Gallery - 423 W. Elkhorn Ave. 970.586.9203
6:00 to 8:00 PM
Food, music and refreshments.
Cynthia Hoyle will perform Holiday favorites on our Baldwin Grand.
Meet the artists. A toast to celebrate 21 years!

Tuesday December 6

A Crossroads Christmas III
CAC Fine Art Gallery - 423 W. Elkhorn Ave. 970.586.9203
5:00 to 8:00 PM
A third annual gala fundraising event for Crossroads Ministry. Vocal and instrumental music, hors d' oeuvres and refreshments at the gallery. Donations of food or cash will directly benefit Crossroads Ministry. [This fundraiser for Crossroads Ministry on 12/7/10 was a success. We raised $2,882 in cash contributions and numerous canned/boxed foods for Crossroads, and hope to double this amount in 2011 with your support.] If you cannot attend the benefit, please note that we have ornaments, miniature art and select art works in the gallery through December 31, 2011 which are earmarked to raise funds for Crossroads Ministry.


Throughout December 2011

At the CAC Fine Art Gallery - 423 W. Elkhorn Ave. 970.586.9203

Artist Demonstrations & Live Music
As part of the CAC's commitment to art education, live artist demonstrations will be conducted during regular gallery hours throughout the holidays.
11/26 – Leslie Allen, Oil Painting 1:00 to 4:00 PM
11/27 – Lisa Manners, Oil Painting 1:00 to 3:00 PM
12/3 – Rachelle Repine, Oil Painting 12 noon to 2:00 PM
12/4 – Janet M. Graham, Watercolor Painting 12:00 to 5:00 PM
12/10 – TBA
12/11 – Judy Archibald, Patricia H. Greenberg & Kody, Meet the Author, Illustrator and the Dog that inspired the creation of the "Mutt and the Mustang". Join us for a book signing and view original illustrations. 1:00 to 3:00 PM
12/17 – Margaret E. Jensen, Oil Painting 1:00 to 4:00 PM
12/18 – Joan Wolbier, Watercolor Painting on Masa Paper, 1:00 to 4:00 PM
12/19 – Dayna Burke, Performs Traditional Hymns & Carols, 3:00 to 5:00 PM

Open Studio
Tuesdays 10 AM to 12 Noon
Free form work sessions, bring your own project from home. Individual instruction, focused to guide personalized growth as an artist. Beginner to intermediate level. Create, share, have fun! $10 per session/per person. Relieve Holiday stress!


Explorations in Art
Gift Wrap & Card Making for Kids
CAC Fine Art Gallery 10:00 to 11:30 AM
Lynda S. Vogel and Rachelle Repine, Instructors
Cost: $5, includes materials
Ages 6 and up.
Limited to 15 students
Children will use various methods including block printing, applied design, collage and drawing to create unique gift paper and cards for family and friends.
Children should pre-register by Friday November 25. 970-586-9203 or info@estesarts.com



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