The Art Base

Art After School (Tuesdays - January)
2026-01-13 15:30 - 17:00, 2026-01-20 15:30 - 17:00, 2026-01-27 15:30 - 17:00 (America/Denver) | The Art Base, 174 Midland Ave., Basalt, CO, 81621, United States

Art After School (Wednesdays - January)
2026-01-14 15:30 - 17:00, 2026-01-21 15:30 - 17:00, 2026-01-28 15:30 - 17:00 | The Art Base, 174 Midland Ave., Basalt, CO, 81621, United States

Community Knit Night
2026-01-15 18:00 - 20:00 | The Art Base, 174 Midland Ave., Basalt, CO, 81621, United States
The Town of Basalt is hosting a community knit night in partnership with The Art Base to encourage the community to learn fiber arts and create beautiful creations for the new bollards on Midland Avenue. Join us for community knit, crochet, and sewing night will take place from 6-8 p.m. at The Art Base (upstairs). All levels of experience are welcome. Yarn, wool scraps, and knitting needles will be provided and artists can bring their own materials as well.

Exhibition: Laura Thorne Sculpture Mentorship 2026
2026-01-16 11:00 - 2026-01-30 17:00 | The Art Base, 174 Midland Ave., Basalt, CO, 81621, United States
On view: January 16 – 30, 2026
Closing Reception: Friday, January 30 from 5 PM- 7 PM
Artist Talk: Friday, January 30 from 5-7 PM

The Laura Thorne Sculpture Program is a free, hands-on mentorship for aspiring young artists interested in sculpture. Over the course of three months, participants will work closely with a professional artist mentor to explore sculptural techniques and develop original work, culminating in a public exhibition at The Art Base.
Open to high school students, this program honors the legacy of renowned sculptor and arts advocate Laura Thorne, encouraging creative growth through guidance, experimentation, and community.

Thank you to our generous 2026 Annual Exhibition Sponsor, Alpine Bank

Figure Drawing: with Mike De La Rosa
2026-01-22 17:00 - 19:00 | The Art Base, 174 Midland Ave., Basalt, CO, 81621, United States
January 22, 2026
Thursday, 5:00PM / 7:00PM
Join us for a relaxed, evening figure drawing session open to all levels. Work from a live model while exploring gesture, proportion, anatomy, and expressive mark-making through timed poses—from quick sketches to longer studies. This monthly class offers a supportive, community-focused space to practice, experiment, and strengthen observational drawing skills. Light instruction and guidance will be available, making it perfect for beginners and experienced artists who want to draw regularly and stay inspired.
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Sunday, January 25 - Crafternoon - CANCELLED
2026-01-25 10:00 - 12:00 | The Art Base, 174 Midland Ave., Basalt, CO, 81621, United States
FREE FAMILY CRAFTERNOONS AT THE ART BASE

Participate in arts and crafts making for the whole family. Once a month, the Art Base will feature a different theme based on the calendar and timely holidays. Bring your children and join in on the fun!
No need to register. With questions, please email info@theartbase.org.
Upcoming 2026 Crafternoon dates:

Sunday, January 25, 10 AM — 12 PM – Year of the Horse and Lanterns – CANCELLED
Sunday, February 8, 10 AM — 12 PM – Valentine’s Cards
Sunday, March 15, 10 AM — 12 PM
Sunday, April 12, 10 AM — 12 PM
Sunday, May 3, 10 AM — 12 PM

June – September every Sunday at the Basalt Sunday Market, 10 am – 2 pm!

Hues and Brews: Linocut Printmaking – Valentine’s Day Cards with Maya Abraham
2026-01-27 18:00 | CO

Hues + Brews - Valentine's Day Linocut Printmaking: with Maya Abraham
2026-01-27 18:00 - 20:00 | The Art Base, 174 Midland Ave., Basalt, CO, 81621, United States
January 27, 2026
Tuesday, 6:00PM / 8:00PM
Snacks & Beverages Provided
Linocut Valentine’s Cards Celebrate Valentine’s Day with a creative twist in this hands-on linocut printmaking class! Learn the basics of linoleum carving and block printing—safe tool use, simple carving techniques, inking, and printing—to create your own handmade Valentine’s cards. Perfect for beginners and experienced makers alike. Leave with a set of bold, heartfelt cards ready to share.
4th Tuesday LGBTQIA+ Art & Social Night On the 4th Tuesday of each month, local LGBTQIA+ community and allies gather to socialize, make art, network, and have fun—optionally with an adult beverage. Enjoy a rotating mix of creative projects in a variety of media; no art experience needed. Come as you are, meet new friends, and explore creativity in a welcoming, low-pressure space.

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Sponsored by ASPEN OUT

Closing Reception: Laura Thorne Sculpture Mentorship 2026
2026-01-30 17:00 - 19:00 | The Art Base, 174 Midland Ave., Basalt, CO, 81621, United States

Event: Light & Color - Pastel Painting Techniques Series: with Doug Graybeal
2026-02-03 13:00 - 16:00, 2026-02-10 13:00 - 16:00, 2026-02-17 13:00 - 16:00 | The Art Base, 174 Midland Ave., Basalt, CO, 81621, United States
February 3, 10, 17, 24, 2026
Tuesdays, 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Open to all Skill Levels
Supplies Provided
This hands-on, four-week class explores pastel painting using a watercolor underpainting to build depth, color harmony, and expressive marks. Learn pastel types, surfaces, composition, layering, and techniques like blending, glazing, and texture. Each three-hour session includes demos, guided practice, and individual support as you work toward finished pieces in a relaxed, encouraging studio.
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Art After School (Tuesdays - February)
2026-02-03 15:30 - 17:00, 2026-02-10 15:30 - 17:00, 2026-02-17 15:30 - 17:00 | The Art Base, 174 Midland Ave., Basalt, CO, 81621, United States
After-school classes are a a fun and welcoming space where elementary students can explore their creativity and imagination. Students will experiment with drawing, painting, collage, and mixed media while learning basic art skills through hands-on projects and playful exploration. Emphasis is placed on creativity, curiosity, and self-expression rather than perfection, helping young artists build confidence and enjoy the process of making art. In a supportive and encouraging environment, students will make new friends, try new materials, and discover the joy of creating something uniquely their own.Please email holly@theartbase.org
with any questions.

with Sophie Catto
Tuesdays, 3:30-5:00 PM
Grades 1 – 4
Free
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Watercolor Techniques, Methods & Creative Exploration Series: with Rebecca Stirling
2026-02-04 10:00 - 12:30, 2026-02-11 10:00 - 12:30 | The Art Base, 174 Midland Ave., Basalt, CO, 81621, United States
February 4, 11, 18, 25, 2026 (4 classes)
Wednesdays, 10:00 AM – 12:30 PM
All Skill Levels Welcome
Supplies Provided
Discover watercolor’s versatility in a skill-building, creatively rich course. Learn wet-on-wet, wet-on-dry, salt texture, and wax resist, plus paint handling, layering, and composition. Build confidence with guided exercises, then create finished pieces: a landscape, floral portrait, and expressive watercolor collage. All levels welcome—experiment, refine your style, and deepen your understanding of watercolor as a medium of personal expression.
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Art After School (Wednesdays - February)
2026-02-04 14:30 - 16:00, 2026-02-11 14:30 - 16:00 | CO
After-school classes are a fun and welcoming space where elementary students can explore their creativity and imagination. Students will experiment with drawing, painting, collage, and mixed media while learning basic art skills through hands-on projects and playful exploration. Emphasis is placed on creativity, curiosity, and self-expression rather than perfection, helping young artists build confidence and enjoy the process of making art. In a supportive and encouraging environment, students will make new friends, try new materials, and discover the joy of creating something uniquely their own.
Please email holly@theartbase.org with any questions.

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Exhibition: Also Known As (Lindsay Jones & Michael Stout) "Creative Destruction"
2026-02-06 11:00 - 2026-03-06 17:00 | The Art Base, 174 Midland Ave., Basalt, CO, 81621, United States
On view: February 6 to March 6, 2026
Opening Reception: Saturday, February 7, from 5 PM- 7 PM
Artist Talk: Saturday, February 7 at 5:30 PM

Working under a shared pseudonym, Lindsay and Michael create collaborative works rooted in the theme of Creative Destruction, the generative power that follows upheaval. Blending cut-paper, digital processes, and mixed media, they merge their practices into a unified exploration of nature’s shifting cycles.

This exhibition is generously sponsored by Botany Houseplant Shop

Thank you to our generous 2026 Annual Exhibition Sponsor, Alpine Bank

Opening Reception: Also Known As (Lindsay Jones and Michael Stout) "Creative Destruction"
2026-02-07 17:00 - 19:00 | The Art Base, 174 Midland Ave., Basalt, CO, 81621, United States
Opening Reception: Saturday, February 7, from 5 PM- 7 PM
Artist Talk: Saturday, February 7 at 5:30 PM
On view: February 6 to March 5, 2026
Working under a shared pseudonym, Lindsay and Michael create collaborative works rooted in the theme of ‘Creative Destruction,’ the generative power that follows upheaval. Blending cut-paper, digital processes, and mixed media, they merge their practices into a unified exploration of nature’s shifting cycles.
Through mixed media works—including, but not limited to, screen printing and collage—Also Known As investigates unpredictable natural phenomena, destructive forces, and how these energies manifest through play, intuition, and experimentation within their shared artistic practice.
This exhibition is generously sponsored by Botany Houseplant Shop

Thank you to our generous 2026 Annual Exhibition Sponsor, Alpine Bank

Sunday, February 8 - Crafternoon
2026-02-08 10:00 - 12:00 | The Art Base, 174 Midland Ave., Basalt, CO, 81621, United States
FREE FAMILY CRAFTERNOONS AT THE ART BASE

Participate in arts and crafts making for the whole family. Once a month, the Art Base will feature a different theme based on the calendar and timely holidays. Bring your children and join in on the fun!
No need to register. With questions, please email info@theartbase.org.
Upcoming 2026 Crafternoon dates:

Sunday, February 8, 10 AM — 12 PM
Sunday, March 15, 10 AM — 12 PM
Sunday, April 12, 10 AM — 12 PM
Sunday, May 3, 10 AM — 12 PM

June – September every Sunday at the Basalt Sunday Market, 10 am – 2 pm!

Art, Healing + Hope: with Sheri Gaynor
2026-02-14 09:30 - 11:30 | CO
February 14, 2026
Saturday, 9:30 AM – 11:30 AM
Open to all skill levels
Bring your own journal/all other supplies provided
Registration Opens February 1, 202,6 @ 8:00 AM
Experience the power of visual journaling at The Art Base—an uplifting, FUN process for healing, stress relief, and decompression. Explore your inner world through paint, color, and images, making connections and drawing insight from within. All levels welcome; the focus is on process, not the end result. Bring a sketchbook/journal (or purchase one for $20). Supplies included. We can’t wait to see your creativity come to life!
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Roaring Fork Drawing Club
2026-02-17 18:30 - 20:00 | The Art Base, 174 Midland Ave., Basalt, CO, 81621, United States
Wanna draw, and go on field trips to cool places with other people who wanna draw? Well, you’re in the right place! The Roaring Fork Drawing club gathers weekly, in new locations, all over the Roaring Fork Valley.
Join us Tuesday, February 17, at the Art Base, when the Roaring Fork Drawing club graces us with a night of drawing and connection
