Events

Juried exhibit for Members of the Plein Air Painters of the Four Corners.
Opening Reception, September 5th, 5:00 to 7:00 PM

Founded as an informal painting group in the 1990’s.  The goal was to inspire and encourage painting enthusiasts to collaborate.  Sharing ideas and painting locations, artists could hone their skills while enjoying beautiful country. Today our painting group continues to hold true to the tradition of painting in every season.  Our beautiful oils, acrylics, watercolors, and pastels, express the joy, friendship, and admiration these artists share in the outdoors painting experience. 

Step into a world where heads are televisions and every channel broadcasts a flicker of truth. “Stay Tuned: If You Care” is a surreal, thought-provoking photo gallery that uses the whimsical image of TV-headed beings reenacting everyday life to tune viewers into something far more grounded—the lived experiences of our unhoused neighbors.

This exhibit fuses fantasy and empathy, drawing you in with playful absurdity before gently peeling back the layers of societal neglect. Through bizarre yet eerily familiar tableaus, the TV-headed characters echo how society broadcasts, scrolls past, or outright tunes out those without homes.

But this is more than just art. “Stay Tuned” turns the lens toward real people in our community. Alongside the staged scenes, you’ll meet local individuals facing homelessness, whose stories, resilience, and humanity shine through candid portraits and personal narratives.

Proceeds from this exhibit benefit Manna, Durango’s homeless resource center, and the Durango Arts Center, ensuring your attention—and your compassion—have a ripple effect.

Whimsical, poignant, and unexpectedly heart-tuning—this is a broadcast you don’t want to miss.

This year's annual winter market is going to be bigger and better than ever but we need YOU and your beautiful work. We are seeking all media: Jewelry, 2-D and 3-D art, pottery, textiles, mixed media, hand-made clothing and toys for children, children's books by local authors/illustrators, and art that makes great gifts for everyone! The Durango Arts Center is pleased to invite all community artists, jewelers and crafters to submit their work for the "2024 Gift Gallery", Opening Friday, November 8th 5:00 to 7:00 PM. Event ends Januray 4th, 2025. Gifts for men, teens and children greatly appreciated. 

Please register here to sell your work. After registration, you will be contacted to set up a time to deliver your art to the DAC.   

Mondays will become your favorite day of the week this summer with 6 weeks of learning and conquering throwing clay on the wheel! Come join us, and be exposed to a variety of techniques and skills used in creating clay masterpieces, with an exceptional instructor, James Lutomski, to give you guidance along the way.Beginners are welcome!  This class is also perfect for students with previous throwing experience. All supplies, laughter, and inspiration included!