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Nicole Olalla

My painting style blends abstract realism with a touch of magic. I work in layers, building depth through bold colors and rich textures that invite the viewer into the canvas. Each piece is created to spark joy and beauty, while evoking a sense of wonder and possibility. Through my art, I hope to inspire others to live fully and consciously, cultivating not only their own potential but also a deep reverence for Nature and the world we share.

Intentional Creativity WORKSHOP with Deborah Fryer

Intentional Creativity is a process for self-discovery, healing and access to your internalwisdom. Through the process of metacognitive drawing and painting, you will learnabout yourself, discover parts of yourself you’ve been looking for, and move stuck orstagnant energy so you can experience flow, joy and peace as your natural state. All Are WElcome to attend FREE! Supplies included! March 10th, 6 – 8:00 pm BAA Community Studio  (located in Wilderness Art Studios) 2810 Wilderness Pl, Suite C, Boulder 80301 Join artist Deborah Fryer for a fun hands-on Intentional Creativity acrylic paintingworkshop. Learn a variety of techniques to expand your perception… Read More »Intentional Creativity WORKSHOP with Deborah Fryer

Cold wax & Oil demo with Hana Smith

Join us for an exciting introduction to cold wax and oil techniques, with Hana Schuster Smith, Encaustic and Cold Wax & Oil artist.  Hana will discuss the medium, her process, and demonstrate different techniques available in the cold wax and oil.  All Are WElcome to attend FREE! February 10th, 6 – 8:00 pm BAA Community Studio  (located in Wilderness Art Studios) 2810 Wilderness Pl, Suite C More About Hana Grow. Create. Build. When I am asked what art medium I create in, I love to tell people, “All Things Wax”. I specialize in two related yet different wax processes, Encaustics,… Read More »Cold wax & Oil demo with Hana Smith

DJ Levine

The inspiration for my artwork comes from what I see in the world, the moments in time that seem to slip away quickly.

Mixed-Media Workshop with Marlaina Faye

BAA Community Studio2810 Wilderness Place, Suite C Tuesday, November 11, 6 – 8:00 PM BAA Members FREE($5 Donation request for NonMembers) Join artist Marlaina Faye for a hands-on mixed-media workshop exploring collage and paint techniques. Marlaina will demonstrate how layers of acrylic paint and paper come together on canvas to create vibrant, textured artwork. Participants will then create their own 8×10 mixed-media piece using provided materials — and are also welcome to bring their own collage papers or items to incorporate. Discover how color, texture, and layering can transform a simple surface into something uniquely your own. Note: Arrive on… Read More »Mixed-Media Workshop with Marlaina Faye

Ofrendas Workshop

Presented by BAA & Colorado Poets Center REGISTER HERE Join us for a hands-on, heart-centered workshop celebrating Día de Muertos through art, poetry, and cultural remembrance. Led by Mexican American author and artist Nancy Viera, this workshop invites participants to honor their loved ones by creating items for a personal ofrenda (altar) and by writing a Calaverita Poem in tribute to your chosen person. Participants may choose to focus on one, a few or all of the art activities below to enhance your alter. ·  Design a Saint Candle – Customize a devotional candle with images, colors, and messages that… Read More »Ofrendas Workshop

July Meeting Vision Board Workshop

Envisioning the Dream with a Vision Board

Tuesday, July 8th, 6 – 8:00 pm at the BAA Community Studio (2810 Wilderness Pl, Suite C, Boulder CO) FREE workshop! Do you have a dream that’s been left slumbering, waiting for that perfect moment to spark back into existence? Bring it to life with a Vision Board! Holding the vision of Dream in the mind’s eye is a great place to start, but it can become taxing to keep the pieces together. Creating a Vision Board transforms the dream into a concrete image, allowing the mind to rest and starting the process of manifestation outside of the self. “Dreams… Read More »Envisioning the Dream with a Vision Board

2025 Summer Member Exhibit at the BAA Community Studio

Prospectus The BAA is excited to announce our second 2025 member exhibit, redwhiteblue/YOU. The BAA will be joining forces with other Wilderness Art Studios artists (and neighboring Boulder School of Fine Arts) for our 2nd First Friday event with music, art demos, treats and ARTful activities!  In addition to the exhibit, there will be table space for 2 member artists to sell hand-crafted items during the July 4th First Friday event! It will be a fun, busy day for the entire Wilderness artist community and beyond!  Our redwhiteblue/YOU exhibit has 3 components. July First Friday Events  July 4, 4:00 –… Read More »2025 Summer Member Exhibit at the BAA Community Studio

Celebration & Small Works art opening

Exhibit at BAA Community Studio from December through Mid-January The BAA has lots to celebrate!FREE! All are Welcome!WHEN: Tuesday, Dec 10, 6-8:00 pmWHO: YOU! All are welcome!WHERE: BAA Community Studio at Wilderness Art Studios2810 Wilderness Place Suite C Boulder COWHAT: Celebration & Small Works art opening. Join us for yummy treats, voting for our top 4 artworks, a community painting, laughter & fun. What are we celebrating? The BAA is a successful artist community – 100 years & counting! We had three fabulous member exhibits this year, a beautiful deck of artist playing cards, a new studio space, free & welcoming monthly meetings and more!… Read More »Celebration & Small Works art opening

Call for Art: Small Works

Exhibit at BAA Community Studio from December through Mid-January Our Tuesday, December 10th Member Meeting will be a celebration hosted in our new BAA Community Studio. Only one thing is missing… YOUR ART! Got an unsold 8×8 themed artwork laying around – or any other small works (within 12×12″ including frame)? The BAA invites all member artists to submit one or two pieces to be displayed in our beautiful Community Studio for the month of December through mid- January. The process is a bit different this time around – more informal, less stress and more member involvement because our Artist… Read More »Call for Art: Small Works