The Creative Exchange is a monthly series by Telluride Arts designed for the artists and creatives who call Telluride home. It’s a space where emerging and established artists gather to share the knowledge, skills, and stories that fuel their work. Think of it as an open source model for creativity—where we learn from each other, swap ideas, and help strengthen one another’s practice.

Each session is hosted by local artists and creative leaders who bring their own perspectives, techniques, and creative journeys into the room. Topics may span everything from the business of art and professional development, to creative process, storytelling, collaboration, and the philosophical underpinnings of making work in a mountain town that’s both intimate and global.

AUGUST’S SPEAKER: MARLA MERIDITH

Join artist, author, and creative entrepreneur Marla Meridith for the August Creative Exchange titled “A Diverse Journey Through Branding and the Arts” - an inspiring conversation tracing her multifaceted career across design, branding, photography, publishing, and fine art. From studying textile design at Syracuse University and creating licensed artwork for Disney to building a successful food and lifestyle brand and bestselling cookbook, Marla will share how each chapter shaped her creative journey. She'll also discuss her recent return to the studio, exploring where she finds inspiration today, her artistic process, and the importance of community in sustaining a creative practice.