Los poderes curativos del arte y la educación confluyeron en nuestro Valle el pasado viernes 13 de diciembre. Solo esta mezcla pudo configurar un escenario de valientes jóvenes que salieron como guerreros de la palabra y del pincel en The Art Base ubicado en Basalt.
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‘Home: Art Across Borders’
This article by Felipe Perez originated from Sol del Valle, and has been translated for our English readers. The healing powers of art and education converged in the Valley last Friday, Dec. 13. This unique blend created a stage for courageous young people who emerged as warriors of words and brushes at The Art Base […]
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pARTy Bohemian-style at The Art Base’s annual fundraiser
The Art Base, renowned for its contributions to the Roaring Fork Valley art scene, will host its annual flagship fundraising event, the “pARTy,” on Aug. 17. The Sopris Sun recently spoke with Art Base Executive Director Annie Henninger, who shared insights into the Basalt-based arts nonprofit’s annual flagship fundraiser. This year’s theme is “Mountain Bohemian,” […]
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‘HYPERMNESIA’ at the Art Base
On April 19, Basalt’s Art Base opened a new exhibition from local interdisciplinary artist Jahn Carlos Neri. The exhibition, titled “HYPERMNESIA,” has been in development for two years. It is an interactive, multisensory exploration of the impact of technology on our society and the nature and fragility of human memory. The exhibit combines virtual reality […]
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New Art Base leader Annie Henninger envisions the ‘we’ in community
As the newly named executive director of The Art Base, Annie Henninger is set to carry on the rich history established by the Basalt-based nonprofit community arts center. Founded in 1996 by artist and teacher Deborah Jones, The Art Base, previously known as the Wyly Community Art Center, originated as a project of Compass, one […]
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pARTy at the Art Base: A night of celebration and creativity
The Art Base, a Basalt-based arts nonprofit, is gearing up for its annual flagship fundraiser — pARTy at the Art Base. The event is pivotal in supporting arts programming for youth and adults, local artist exhibitions and scholarships for youth artists. Art Base Executive Director Lisa DeLosso emphasized that the event “is vital to our […]
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Roc Doc Film Camp turns it up to 11
For two weeks, beginning July 24, Roaring Fork Valley teens, age 12 to 16, will gain first-hand experience as documentary filmmakers. Better yet, the film’s subject matter focuses on Roaring Fork Rock and Roll Academy students rehearsing, preparing backstage and live in concert. Although this scenario might seem reminiscent of the plot of the 1984 […]
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Claudette Carter ARTMentors program creates artful pairings
One sure sign of spring in the Roaring Fork Valley is the exhibition of artwork by participants in The Art Base’s Claudette Carter ARTMentors (CCAM) program. CCAM is sponsored by well-known artist and long-time Valley resident Richard Carter and named in honor of his late wife, Claudette, an innovative entrepreneur, businesswoman and dedicated arts supporter […]
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Scuttlebutt & Calendar – April 13, 2023
Silo reopening After a winter hiatus, Silo announced on social media that the restaurant will soon reopen. Servers and chefs are being hired. For more info, email eat@silofood.com Back Back Back Ellie Barber, formerly of Carbondale’s beloved “Pearl & Wood” band, released her first album as a solo artist on April 7. “Back Back Back” […]
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Making magic with The Art Base’s new director
Taking the executive director role at The Art Base is a full-circle moment for Lisa DeLosso. After moving to the Roaring Fork Valley in 2017, she became “intimately involved” with the Basalt nonprofit community arts center by attending exhibitions, workshops and the annual fundraising gala. She added, “Art is really important to me, and supporting […]