In Motion
January through April 2026, Telluride Arts presents “In Motion”. This exhibition brings together the work of 13 local and regional artists who explore movement as a constant condition of life. Through abstract and figurative forms, shifting light, evolving landscapes, bodies in transition, and emotional or natural processes, the exhibition reflects how change, adaptation, and transformation shape our lived experience. Some works express motion through stillness, others through rhythm, gesture, or flow, reminding us that nothing is ever truly static. “In Motion” celebrates creativity as an ongoing state of becoming—where art, like life itself, is always responding, evolving, and in motion.
Creative Exchange with Brandon Berkel
Introducing our brand-new Creative Exchange - a peer-led learning series where artists share insights, tools, and professional knowledge. We welcome artists of all levels to connect, learn, and build community at Telluride Arts HQ. February 12th’s Creative Exchange is titled “In AI = Artistic Imagination” and will be hosted by local artist, Brandon Berkel.
Through the lens of “In AI = Artistic Imagination”, Brandon Berkel shares his personal journey as an artist navigating creativity alongside real-life responsibilities, being a father and husband, managing a bar, and staying connected to his artistic practice. He reflects on how AI became a tool that allowed him to continue creating art during busy and demanding seasons of his life. In his practice, Brandon explores the importance of imagination as a driving force for creativity, problem-solving, and artistic expression. His perspective invites us to rethink how new tools can support (not replace) the human imagination.
Brandon will also speak about his ongoing art project at the Transfer Warehouse, where he collaborates with local artists and curates street art as a way to activate the space. His goal is to “wake up” the warehouse through local art in the heart of Telluride.
Check out Brandon’s works featured in the Smithsonian Museum of American History, as well as his instagram for ongoing projects.
Salon Night
Introducing our all-new Salon Night for artists & friends! A relaxed, informal mixer for artists to hang out, meet new people, swap ideas, and spark creative connections at Telluride Arts HQ. No agenda—just good vibes, conversation, and community. All are welcome (bring a friend!).
Creative Exchange
Introducing our brand-new Creative Exchange - a peer-led learning series where artists share insights, tools, and professional knowledge. We welcome artists of all levels to connect, learn, and build community at Telluride Arts HQ. Session topic and speaker to be announced.
Salon Night
Introducing our all-new Salon Night for artists & friends! A relaxed, informal mixer for artists to hang out, meet new people, swap ideas, and spark creative connections at Telluride Arts HQ. No agenda—just good vibes, conversation, and community. All are welcome (bring a friend!).
Salon Night
Introducing our all-new Salon Night for artists & friends! A relaxed, informal mixer for artists to hang out, meet new people, swap ideas, and spark creative connections at Telluride Arts HQ. No agenda—just good vibes, conversation, and community. All are welcome (bring a friend!).
The theme this week is “Show & Tell” - we are asking each participant to take two minutes to share their work, ideas, or current explorations.
Creative Exchange with Alex Ferrari
Introducing our brand-new Creative Exchange - a peer-led learning series where artists share insights, tools, and professional knowledge. We welcome artists of all levels to connect, learn, and build community at Telluride Arts HQ.
The January 8th Creative Exchange will be hosted by Alex Ferrari titled “Culture, Commercial and the Counter Balance”. Alex will lead a conversation centered around the questions of why we create and how we find meaning and success in our experience as artists and creatives.
Salon Night
Introducing our all-new Salon Night for artists & friends! A relaxed, informal mixer for artists to hang out, meet new people, swap ideas, and spark creative connections at Telluride Arts HQ. No agenda—just good vibes, conversation, and community. All are welcome (bring a friend!).
Special Edition Noel Night Art Walk
Join Telluride Arts and local galleries and Art Walk partners for a special festive edition of Art Walk on Noel Night. Shop and browse your favorite galleries and be sure to visit the Makers Market at Telluride Arts for local handmade goods!
Holiday Arts Bazaar 2025
The Telluride Arts Holiday Bazaar is a lively tradition hosted by Telluride Arts in collaboration with Ah Haa School for the Arts that features a wide variety of fine crafts, including artisan jewelry, organic body products, gourmet food, ceramics, clothing, and more - all made by hand.
El Bazaar de Artes Navideño de Telluride Arts es una animada tradición organizada por Telluride Arts en colaboración con la Ah Haa School for the Arts, que presenta una gran variedad de artesanías de calidad, incluyendo joyería artesanal, productos orgánicos para el cuidado personal, comida gourmet, cerámica, ropa y más, todo hecho a mano.
CANCELLED!Baby-Wearing Ballet with Valerie MadoniA
Baby-Wearing Ballet Barre
FREE – Tips encouraged
Bring your little one with you as you move, strengthen, and connect. This unique barre class allows caregivers to wear their babies in supportive carrier while enjoying a ballet-inspired workout. Gentle barre exercises focus on leg and core strength, balance, and rhythm—all adapted to be low-impact and baby-friendly. Set to classical music, the class nurtures both body and spirit, offering a chance to bond with your child while meeting other caregivers in a welcoming community.
No prior ballet experience required—just a secure carrier and comfortable clothing. Expecting parents welcome too!
The Things We Carry Immersive Exhibition – Exhibition Inmersiva: Las Cosas Que Llevamos
The Things We Carry – Las Cosas Que Llevamos is an immersive, bilingual art installation that transforms the stories of Latino workers in San Miguel County into a living archive of resilience and hope. Through objects, sound, and interactive storytelling, the exhibit honors labor as both art and testimony—revealing the strength, dignity, and creativity that sustain our community.
Built in collaboration with local partners, this collective work invites visitors to reflect, connect, and bear witness: look what we built together.
Opening November 14 as part of Semana de Bienestar (Wellness Week).
About the Supporters
This vital project is made possible through a collaboration of community organizations and advocates, including Tri-County Health Network’s Multicultural Advocacy Team (TCHN) and the Workers’ School, Raíces Sin Fronteras, Telluride Arts, and various Coalition members across the state. The exhibit is also supported by the CDPHE Health Disparity Community Grant Program.
Visitor Information and Contact
“The Things We Carry–Las Cosas Que Llevamos” will be on display from November 14th – January 2nd at Telluride Arts HQ, 135 W Pacific Ave, Telluride, CO.
If you would like to schedule a learning lab or private visit during the run time of the exhibit, please contact the Multicultural Advocacy Team at mca@tchnetwork.org.
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Las Cosas Que Llevamos – The Things We Carry es una instalación artística bilingüe e inmersiva que transforma las historias de trabajadores latinos del condado de San Miguel en un archivo vivo de resiliencia y esperanza. A través de objetos, sonidos y narrativas interactivas, la exhibición honra el trabajo como arte y testimonio, revelando la fuerza, dignidad y creatividad que sostienen a nuestra comunidad.
Creada en colaboración con aliados locales, esta obra colectiva invita a los visitantes a reflexionar, conectar y dar testimonio: mira lo que construimos juntos.
Apertura el 14 de noviembre como parte de la Semana de Bienestar (Wellness Week).
Sobre los Colaboradores
Este proyecto esencial es posible gracias a la colaboración de organizaciones y defensores comunitarios, incluyendo al Multicultural Advocacy Team (Equipo de Defensa Multicultural) de Tri-County Health Network (TCHN) y la Escuela de Trabajadores, Raíces Sin Fronteras, Telluride Arts y diversos miembros de la Coalición a nivel estatal. La exhibición cuenta además con el apoyo del CDPHE Health Disparity Community Grant Program.
Información y Contacto
Las Cosas Que Llevamos – The Things We Carry estará abierta al público del 14 de noviembre al 2 de enero en Telluride Arts HQ, 135 W Pacific Ave, Telluride, CO.
Si deseas programar una visita guiada o un learning lab durante la exhibición, por favor contacta al Multicultural Advocacy Team en mca@tchnetwork.org.
Adult Ballet Barre Class with Valerie Madonia
Adult Ballet Barre Class with Valerie Madonia
Wednesdays | 5:30–6:30 PM | November 12, 2025
Join renowned dancer and instructor Valerie Madonia for a graceful and energizing ballet barre class designed for adults of all levels.
Free Concert Chris Pureka
Telluride Arts & the Sheridan Arts Foundation present a free community concert with Chris Pureka on Tuesday, November 11 at the Sheridan Opera House Show Bar. Doors open at 6:30 PM and the show begins at 7. Based in Portland, Oregon, Pureka is an internationally acclaimed singer-songwriter known for their powerful lyrics and soulful performances, marking their first-ever show in Telluride. This special off-season event celebrates collaboration and creativity, bringing neighbors and visitors together through music and community connection.
Baby-Wearing Ballet with Valerie Madonia
Baby-Wearing Ballet Barre
FREE – Tips encouraged
Tuesdays | 8:45–9:30 AM | November 11, 18
Bring your little one with you as you move, strengthen, and connect. This unique barre class allows caregivers to wear their babies in supportive carrier while enjoying a ballet-inspired workout. Gentle barre exercises focus on leg and core strength, balance, and rhythm—all adapted to be low-impact and baby-friendly. Set to classical music, the class nurtures both body and spirit, offering a chance to bond with your child while meeting other caregivers in a welcoming community.
No prior ballet experience required—just a secure carrier and comfortable clothing. Expecting parents welcome too!
Adult Ballet Barre Class with Valerie Madonia
Adult Ballet Barre Class with Valerie Madonia
Wednesdays | 5:30–6:30 PM | November 5, and 12, 2025
Join renowned dancer and instructor Valerie Madonia for a graceful and energizing ballet barre class designed for adults of all levels.
Baby-Wearing Ballet with Valerie Madonia
Baby-Wearing Ballet Barre
FREE – Tips encouraged
Tuesdays | 8:45–9:30 AM | November 4, 11, 18
Bring your little one with you as you move, strengthen, and connect. This unique barre class allows caregivers to wear their babies in supportive carrier while enjoying a ballet-inspired workout. Gentle barre exercises focus on leg and core strength, balance, and rhythm—all adapted to be low-impact and baby-friendly. Set to classical music, the class nurtures both body and spirit, offering a chance to bond with your child while meeting other caregivers in a welcoming community.
No prior ballet experience required—just a secure carrier and comfortable clothing. Expecting parents welcome too!
Adult Ballet Barre Class with Valerie Madonia
Adult Ballet Barre Class with Valerie Madonia
Wednesdays | 5:30–6:30 PM | October 29 & November 5, 12, 2025
Join renowned dancer and instructor Valerie Madonia for a graceful and energizing ballet barre class designed for adults of all levels.
Baby-Wearing Ballet with Valerie Madonia
Baby-Wearing Ballet Barre
FREE – Tips encouraged
Tuesdays | 8:45–9:30 AM | October 28 & November 4, 11, 18
Bring your little one with you as you move, strengthen, and connect. This unique barre class allows caregivers to wear their babies in supportive carrier while enjoying a ballet-inspired workout. Gentle barre exercises focus on leg and core strength, balance, and rhythm—all adapted to be low-impact and baby-friendly. Set to classical music, the class nurtures both body and spirit, offering a chance to bond with your child while meeting other caregivers in a welcoming community.
No prior ballet experience required—just a secure carrier and comfortable clothing. Expecting parents welcome too!
*Private Event* "Grant Rant" Co-Hosted by Telluride Foundation + Telluride Arts
Private Event - Invitation Only for Attendance
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Adult Ballet Barre Class with Valerie Madonia
Adult Ballet Barre Class with Valerie Madonia
Wednesdays | 5:30–6:30 PM | October 22, 29 & November 5, 12, 2025
Join renowned dancer and instructor Valerie Madonia for a graceful and energizing ballet barre class designed for adults of all levels.
Baby-Wearing Ballet with Valerie Madonia
Baby-Wearing Ballet Barre
FREE – Tips encouraged
Tuesdays | 8:45–9:30 AM | October 21, 28 & November 4, 11, 18
Bring your little one with you as you move, strengthen, and connect. This unique barre class allows caregivers to wear their babies in supportive carrier while enjoying a ballet-inspired workout. Gentle barre exercises focus on leg and core strength, balance, and rhythm—all adapted to be low-impact and baby-friendly. Set to classical music, the class nurtures both body and spirit, offering a chance to bond with your child while meeting other caregivers in a welcoming community.
No prior ballet experience required—just a secure carrier and comfortable clothing. Expecting parents welcome too!
Baby-Wearing Ballet with Valerie Madonia
Baby-Wearing Ballet Barre
FREE – Tips encouraged
Tuesdays | 8:45–9:30 AM | October 14, 21, 28 & November 4, 11, 18
Bring your little one with you as you move, strengthen, and connect. This unique barre class allows caregivers to wear their babies in supportive carrier while enjoying a ballet-inspired workout. Gentle barre exercises focus on leg and core strength, balance, and rhythm—all adapted to be low-impact and baby-friendly. Set to classical music, the class nurtures both body and spirit, offering a chance to bond with your child while meeting other caregivers in a welcoming community.
No prior ballet experience required—just a secure carrier and comfortable clothing. Expecting parents welcome too!
Telluride Artwalk Poetry
Talking Gourds winds up its Artwalk collaboration with Telluride Arts with musician Kyle Harvey of Fruita, San Miguel County Poet Laureate Paulo Munguía of Montrose and Talking Gourds Director Art Goodtimes at the Telluride Arts headquarters on Thursday, Oct. 2nd, at 6 pm.
Harvey recently played Stories & Poems Norwood last month. He works for Lithic Press and Bookstore/Gallery and is a published poet as well as a musician and graphic designer.
Munguía has been performing in Spanish and English and will have some new work to share. He and Kyle both appeared in August at the MycoLicious MycoLuscious MycoLogical Poetry Show at the Sheridan Opera House during the Telluride Mushroom Festival.
Goodtimes recently read online for an international virtual session upon the publication of a new anthology he appears in from the San Francisco-based Revolutionary Poets Brigade – Riders of the Storm (Kallatumba Press, 2025). He also has a poem about Dolores LaChapelle in Western Colorado Voices (Western Colorado Writers Forum, 2025).
The Telluride Institute’s Talking Gourds Poetry Program has teamed up with Telluride Arts to offer live poetry on Artwalk Thursdays in Telluride for the summer and fall. Performances began June 5th at the Telluride Arts Headquarters on 135 W. Pacific St. and have continued through the summer.
This series of three presentations will continue on first Thursdays at least through October. Then Talking Gourds is planning to transition the event to Stories & Poems Telluride, hopefully on the same day each month, first Thursdays – bringing monthly live poetry back to Telluride on a consistent basis post-Covid. Instead of three featured presenters, there will be just one, and the one featured will give a 30-40 min. presentation followed by a passing of the gourd, giving audience members a chance to tell a story or share a poem or song.
Telluride Artwalk Poetry is free and open to all ages, thanks to the generosity of Telluride Arts, a Town of Telluride CCAASE grant, private donors and Talking Gourds’ Fischer and Cantor poetry contests.
Telluride Art Walk
Join us on October 2, 2025 for the final Art Walk of the season. It will be an evening filled with inspiring exhibits, engaging receptions, and the chance to meet local and visiting artists.
From 5–8 pm, participating venues will open their doors, showcasing new collections and inviting art lovers to explore the vibrant gallery scene.
Get more information here.