Sangres Art Guild upcoming events

May Show, An Explosion of Color (Thursday, April 30, 2026)

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 06:00:00 GMT

SHOW DATES APRIL 30-MAY 30 | MAY 2 RECEPTION | APR 26 INTAKE | MAY 31 PICK-UP
An Explosion of Color celebrates the raw energy of hue, movement, and emotion. This exhibition
brings together works that burst beyond the boundaries of form, using bold palettes and dynamic
contrasts to evoke joy, tension, and transformation. You are invited to share your experiences through
color as a powerful force that ignite feeling and imagination.

Our Guest artist will be Molly Roberts

Our Music will be Simple Gifts

Prospectus

June Show An Abstarct View (Thursday, June 04, 2026)

Thu, 04 Jun 2026 06:00:00 GMT

SHOW DATES JUNE 4-28 | JUNE 6 RECEPTION | MAY 31 INTAKE | JUNE 28 PICK-UP
An Abstract View is an opportunity to step beyond the literal and into a space of interpretation and
emotion. Through expressive forms, layered textures, and imaginative compositions, you are invited to
explore ideas rather than images. Allow each piece to offer a unique perspective, encouraging reflection,
curiosity, and personal connection through the language of abstraction. Let the language of metaphor and
allegory speak to you!

July Show America The Beautiful (Thursday, July 02, 2026)

Thu, 02 Jul 2026 06:00:00 GMT

SHOW DATES JULY 2-26 | JULY 4 RECEPTION | JUNE 28 INTAKE | JULY 26 PICK-UP
America the Beautiful is a tribute to the spirit, landscape, and diversity of the nation. This exhibition
offers interpretations of America through sweeping vistas, intimate moments, and symbolic imagery,
capturing both its natural beauty and cultural depth. Together, the show will reflect a shared story of place,
resilience, and the ever-evolving American experience. Allow your artistic self to express the best of what
American means to you.

August Show Celebrate Colorado (Thursday, July 30, 2026)

Thu, 30 Jul 2026 06:00:00 GMT

SHOW DATES JULY 30-AUG 29 | AUG 1 RECEPTION | JULY 26 INTAKE | AUG 30 PICK-UP
Celebrate Colorado honors the bold landscapes, vibrant communities, and adventurous spirit of the
Centennial State. From majestic mountains and open skies to everyday moments rooted in place, this
exhibition invites you to capture Colorado’s unique blend of natural beauty and creative energy. Allow
your work to reflect a deep connection to the land, culture, and inspiration that define life in Colorado.
What is it you most love about Colorado?

September Show Everyday Life (Thursday, September 03, 2026)

Thu, 03 Sep 2026 06:00:00 GMT

SHOW DATES SEPT 3-26 | SEPT 5 RECEPTION | AUG 30 INTAKE | SEP 27 PICK-UP
Everyday Life finds beauty in the ordinary and meaning in the familiar. This exhibition is an
opportunity to highlight quiet moments, shared routines, and fleeting scenes that often go unnoticed,
revealing the poetry woven into daily existence. Through diverse perspectives and styles, your pieces can
celebrate the human experience as it unfolds, one moment at a time. What is the highlight of your
ordinary day?

Alla Prima Westcliffe 2026 (Sunday, September 13, 2026)

Sun, 13 Sep 2026 06:00:00 GMT

17th Alla Prima Westcliffe

Gala Reception on Saturday, September 19th, 2026

Awards $5000+

Additionally, Alla Prima Westcliffe offers an optional one-day pre plein air 'tune-up' workshop on Saturday, September 12th, 2026.

Paint among the majestic Sangre de Cristo Mountains in beautiful Custer County, Colorado. Paint alpine mountains, historic ranches, trails, wildlife, or pristine night skies all found in our small rural community. We're proud of our international Dark Sky Community designation, "Come for the mountains, stay for the stars."

Hosted by Sangres Art Guild

Westcliffe, Colorado

Sangresartguild.org

Contact: terri@sangresartguild.org

October Show Alla Prima Westcliffe (Thursday, October 01, 2026)

Thu, 01 Oct 2026 06:00:00 GMT

SHOW DATES OCT 1-31 | OCT 3 RECEPTION | SEP 20 INTAKE | NOV 1 PICK-UP
Alla Prima Westcliffe brings together plein air artists, inviting art lovers and collectors to experience
newly created paintings inspired by the fleeting light and beauty of Colorado’s Wet Mountain Valley. Rich
in place, atmosphere, and story, each original work is painted on location in the Alla Prima tradition. Join
us to celebrate the artists and collect exceptional new works from this beloved plein air event. Artists can