Hispanic, Latino, Chicano, Latinx arts and culture expand influence, inform a deeper understanding of identity
In the Hispanic, Latino, Chicano, Latinx community there isn’t always agreement on self-identifiers. Applying just one broad brush moniker can quickly wipe out thousands of years of ancestral tradition, rich and varied national histories and each individual’s journey. Allow the individual to paint their own portrait of how they stand in their community and the…
Thoughts on freedom
During July celebrations of our nation’s founding, our thoughts often turn toward the nature of freedom as it relates to the higher calling of our country’s creed. We might also think about that concept in the context of freedom to live our lives to their fullest potential and in the ways we each determine individually,…
Our understanding of the natural world roots and connects us
When you think of culture, what do you include? Maybe the traditions and holidays your family holds dear. Or your favorite works of art hanging in a museum or gallery. Or the festivals and events we celebrate as a collective each spring, summer and fall. Do you add to this list foundational contributions made to…
Boulder oceanic institute helps students chart course to a healthier environmental future
Dr. Mikki McComb-Kobza is convinced that by connecting landlocked Colorado students to the ocean, salvation for our ailing planet is possible. She might be right. Consider for a moment the work she does. As the Executive Director of the Boulder-based OceanFirst Institute, McComb-Kobza prioritizes hands on research for students from across the Denver Metro area….
Venue Theater provides safe creative space for kids
In Conifer, kids know that the Venue Theater is a place they can explore their creativity, learn the craft of theater and simply not feel judged. “I love the Venue because you can just express how you are, any way,” said one participant. With a high school, middle school and elementary company, the theater stages…
Young adults living with disabilities make their own way with art
The artists at the Access Gallery are focused. Each day nearly a dozen of them gather in their makers space to practice their craft and learn more about the business of art. The gallery, in Denver’s busy Santa Fe Arts District, is a home for these young adults as they transition from high school to…
Young ornithologists spread their wings at Bird Conservancy of the Rockies
Moses likes the speed of a peregrine falcon. Garret is captivated by the colors of the redtailed hawk. Isabella can’t wait to explain that an owls eyes are cone shaped. All of these kids and dozens more spent their summer learning about the birds of Colorado with teachers at the Bird Conservancy of the Rockies’…
Tweens and teens learn the art and craft of film making with Downtown Aurora Visual Arts
Tweens and teens with a gift for storytelling and the passion to learn film making meet each summer in Aurora. Each summer, Downtown Aurora Visual Art’s Job Training in the Arts & Technology students take part in a full immersion film program at the Colorado Film School. The long-term partnership offers tweens and teens access…