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February MEMBER MEETING

Tuesday, February 13, 6pm – 8pm, R Gallery + Wine Bar (2027 Broadway, Boulder) Boulder Art Association presents an evening with Boulder Artist Nathan Hutchinson on How Creativity Can Cultivate Environmental Action. Nathan became an artist due to his devout interest in the environmental movement, and his desire to help out our natural world.  He uses art as a means for a sort of activism, beginning in one’s psychological environment, and extending out naturally into the planetary environment. Nathan believes being a force of change is at the origin of any sort of art.  Art in its deepest sense is an aid… Read More »February MEMBER MEETING

January MEMBER MEETING

Tuesday, January 9, 6pm – 8pm, R Gallery + Wine Bar (2027 Broadway, Boulder) Boulder Art Association presents an evening with the Thought Provoking Artistic Journey of Boulder Artist Jack Shure.   Jack will discuss his technique and discovery of his style along with sharing photos of his work.  Jack Shure’s work is a distilled reflection of the significant moments, lessons, and inspirations of his life. He pulls imagery from both his childhood, present, and perhaps the future simultaneously. Jack’s intention is for his pictures to tell a story that is not an obvious one but one that takes a moment… Read More »January MEMBER MEETING

Wall of Small December 2023 Exhibit

Exhibit at R Gallery from December 4 – January 6 Join us this Tuesday for the opening reception of our Wall of Small December member’s exhibition!⁠⁠When: Tuesday December 12, 6- 8 p.m.⁠Where: R Gallery – 2027 Broadway, Boulder, CO 80302⁠⁠Drinks will be served, awards will be given, & we will ring in the holidays with our wonderful community! Come one, come all!⁠⁠The Wall of Small includes small works, under 12″ in any direction, from our member artists. The variety of talent among our artists is astounding! Come check us out!⁠⁠The amazing Mary Horrocks of Open Studios will be judging and… Read More »Wall of Small December 2023 Exhibit

Save OUR Gallery! Fundraiser Party

Saturday, November 11, 6pm – 9pm, R Gallery & Wine Bar Open Studios and Boulder Art Association are raising funds to take over R Gallery’s art program. The money will go directly to Open Studios to be used for rent, staffing, and expenses while they build a long term model to sustain the gallery. We are having a fundraising party next Saturday, Nov 11th from 6-9pm at R Gallery & Wine Bar where we will have a silent auction. Please help us promote this event, attend if you can, and donate if possible for you.   Artists: Do you have… Read More »Save OUR Gallery! Fundraiser Party

NOVEMBER MEMBER MEETING

Tuesday, November 14, 6pm – 8pm, Junkyard Social Club (2525 Frontier Ave., Suite A, Boulder) Boulder Art Association presents a Folded Book Workshop with BAA artist, Astrid Paustian.  Concertina, Accordion, or Leporello Books, are a great way to turn your design into a story. They are also a wonderful way to loosen up and try something different! Unleash your creativity on a large sheet of paper, where drawing, cutting, and folding will lead to a burst of new ideas. From this collaborative abstract painting, discover endless possibilities for small studies, continued images, or stand-alone paintings.  Transform your artwork into more… Read More »NOVEMBER MEMBER MEETING

Open Studios Tour Boulder County Wide

October 7, 8, 14, 15, 21, 22 from 12pm – 5pm Come visit over 160 of Boulder County’s finest artists during the Boulder County Open Studios Tour. Juried painters, sculptors, mixed media and fiber artists will open their doors for this popular annual event, in its 28th year. Artists are in Boulder, Longmont, Nederland, Erie, Niwot, Lafayette, Lyons, other towns and rural locations. This is a FREE, self-guided tour to see the best that local artists have to offer. Visit on weekends from 12pm to 5pm, October 7-8 and October 14-15 to see any artist; October 21-22 is optional, so… Read More »Open Studios Tour Boulder County Wide

OCTOBER MEMBER MEETING

Tuesday, October 10, 6pm – 8pm, R Gallery & Wine Bar Future Visions: Intersections of Art and AI with Ed Narvaez and Jeno Get ready for a thought-provoking exploration of the convergence between Art and Artificial Intelligence. Join our intrepid leaders, Ed & Jeno, as they lead us through an engaging discussion of how AI can support your creativity while also supporting the business of presenting your work.    Have you ever wondered: – What role does AI play in the world of art? – Should we fear AI’s involvement in the creative process? – Is embracing AI the future of art?… Read More »OCTOBER MEMBER MEETING

SEPTEMBER MEMBER MEETING

Tuesday, September 12 6pm – 8pm, R Gallery & Wine Bar Gelli Printmaking Demo with Jill Rumley | Create Your Own Paper for Collage, Greeting Cards, and More! Gelli Printmaking – a fun and low-tech printmaking process without a press that makes monotype printing available to everyone. It is a spontaneous and satisfying way to create art.  Join us for an exciting Gelli Printmaking class where you will learn how to create your own unique papers, greeting cards, and more using the versatile and fun Gelli Plate. This class is perfect for beginners and experienced printmakers alike. JIll will demonstrate… Read More »SEPTEMBER MEMBER MEETING

AUGUST MEMBER MEETING

Tuesday, August 8 6pm – 8pm, R Gallery & Wine Bar Framing Your Art: A presentation by artist Annie Thayer  FREE all are welcome! Boulder Art Association Meeting Have you ever wondered what the proper procedure is for framing and/or hanging your art? Come to the FREE August BAA Meeting and find out! Bring a piece of art that you would like help framing or preparing for a show. We’re pleased to have Annie Thayer as our featured presenter for the evening.  Annie, BAA Board Advisory member (and previous Education Chair and Treasurer), is  a well-known watercolor artist and expert framer. She… Read More »AUGUST MEMBER MEETING

Call For Art: Fall Member Show

Registration LINK at end of ProspectusPlease read thoroughly & note dates in your calendar BAA Member Fall Exhibit BAA members are invited to participate in our upcoming Fall Exhibit at R Gallery. This member exhibit has two parts. NOTE: Member Artists may pick up an 8×8″ panel to start work for the Fall Show 8×8 theme “Flatirons” starting July 2nd at R Gallery. Registration with title, medium and price is due by or on Sunday, August 20th, 12:00 midnight Art DetailsMain Show Pieces:  8×8” BAA Wall Pieces: NOTE: Member Artists may pick up an 8×8″ panel to start work for the… Read More »Call For Art: Fall Member Show