Life + Culture

Seven Symphonic Portraits: A Weld County Reflection

Exhibit Explores Greeley and Weld County History Through Music Article and Photography by Provided Seven Symphonic Portraits: A Weld County Reflection" opened   November 16, 2023, at the  Greeley History Museum . The exhibit features music by Dylan Fixmer,  Greeley Philharmonic Orchestra's  composer-in-residence. Dylan’s work premiered in October 2023 at the orchestra’s performance of "Portraits of the West: Picturing Utopia." To compose "Seven Symphonic Portraits," Dylan spent hours...

Arts + Culture

Pressed by Hand

Wonderhand Studios’ Mission to Unite Greeley Through Art, One Press at a Time Article by Taylor Henderson | Photography by Shel Francis Creative Wonderhand Studios has an appreciation of art and community in its foundation. The studio and artists specialize in non-toxic relief printing methods like woodcut, linocut, relief engraving, and letterpress. Johanna Mueller founded the studio with her husband, Stan Scott; both have their MFAs in printmaking and experience teaching art classes. They’ve...

Arts + Culture

Margie's Java Joint

One Stop Shop for Local Art Article by Emily Montgomery | Photography by Tiara Rose Photography Margie's Java Joint is the perfect combination of classic and quirky. Guests come for a cup of coffee and leave with a one-of-a-kind local art experience.  Originally opening in 1992 and attached to a textbook store called The Book Stop, which was sold nearly a decade later in 2001, Margie's Java Joint has gone through changes over the years. After transitioning ownership, Margaret, the daughter...

Arts + Culture

Local Artist Spotlight

The Creatives That Make Our Community Article and Photography by Provided At the heart of the Greeley community, a dynamic hub of creativity flourishes, as local artists contribute to the ever-evolving cultural landscape. Beyond the artwork, we uncover narratives of resilience and unwavering artistic commitment. Meet the minds behind the masterpieces as we celebrate the diversity of the art and culture that is deeply-rooted in our community.  Dean Dickson (@d.dicksonstudios)–  "27 years of...