9tH Annual Fall Fest in Dillon: September 5 & 6

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Downey's photography focuses on documenting wild animals, threatened habitats and the human stories connected to them. He aim to inspire empathy, spark awareness and encourage conservation for these at risk species with art. Each image is processed by Downey, then produced on metal in limited editions.

www.shaundowneyphotography.com

Jay ties both functional and decorative flies utilizing feathers, hairs and synthetic fibers. Using a variety of tools Jay is able to assemble and secure the materials on a hook thereby creating the fly.

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Through the technique of gestural abstraction, Jessica Wright invites  us into a world of enchantment: a world of forested landscapes that are  sometimes burning and bright and other times shrouded in mist.  Self-taught, Jess has been painting since the age 12. About four years  ago she abandoned the brush—after more than 25 years of work—and hit  upon a “throwing” technique that employs acrylics, chopsticks and, of  late, her own hands. Her paintings come to life with color and  texture—and an immediacy that produces an almost child-like state of  wonder and awe in the viewer.

www.jessicawrightpaintings.com

Yvette creates beautiful pieces of jewelry made of Colorful gemstone combinations, 14 kt gold fill & sterling silver sheet metal & wire.  Her material is cut, hammered, bent, drilled, textured, ground and polished to create a delicate aesthetic with organic shapes.

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Esra Kellermanns is an abstract artist working with acrylics and pen. Her work is intuitive and has a very organic fluidity and depth feel to it, creating imaginary worlds that keeps the observers attention. 

www.esrasstudio.com

Barry uses ancient standing dead juniper trees collected from his property to create stunning nature inspired sculptures.  www.40acrewood.com

Caroline is a Colorado wood carver who specializes in sculpting wild things. Using responsibly sourced wood, she brings flora, fauna, and mountainscapes to life. Favoring dynamic and dramatic forms, each piece invites curious hands to explore the shifting textures and spirit held within the grain. She hopes her art invites connection to and appreciation of the magic of our natural world. 

https://www.instagram.com/_wildflowerwares_/

Hello, I’m Bill Foy. I was raised in Wyoming on a cattle ranch. Having always loved nature, things mechanical and history, I’ve been blessed to be able to make sculptures that embody those qualities. I try to use materials that cause older people to remember times gone by and younger people to wonder about a tool or a parts purpose and learn about the past. Also, if a piece is commissioned, the buyer may donate parts to personalize their sculpture.

Anne Legge is from Prescott, Arizona where she spends a lot of time finding discarded or vintage objects that she transforms into original art. Her unique pieces are mostly centered around paintings done on wood using wood stains as her paint source. She will add three dimensional elements to her art that draws a viewer into the piece, and helps tell the story. Each piece is one of a kind and carries both a past and present feel. 

https://recyclegallery.com

Joshua Weiss is a fine art landscape photographer recognized for combining exceptionally detailed photographic craftsmanship with an innovative textured aluminum presentation process unique to his work. Inspired by the beauty of God's creation, he creates immersive, large-scale landscapes that capture the depth, atmosphere, and emotion of being present in the scene. 

https://www.joshweissphotography.com

Growing up in the foothills, Alicia spent many hours observing, drawing, photographing and painting various aspects of this state's beauty. She continually attempts to recreate, emphasize, or reinvent the unique lighting and textures in her subject matter. Alicia's love and admiration of the outdoors runs deep, and she is consistently inspired and awed by our state’s natural beauty.

https://www.paintedfrog.net

Amy Handy is a mixed media artist and recent Colorado transplant, whose work combines hand-pulled gelli prints, acrylic painting and collage to create vibrant landscape-inspired pieces. Using layered textures and bold color, she creates expressive artwork influenced by nature, travel, and the changing environments around her.

https://robot-mom.com

Diane Smith is a local artist who has showcased her acrylic glass painted pieces before. She’s bringing new glass pieces along with her new project, handcrafted acrylic tables in all multiple sizes. Come see her new work. 

Pugh Studios is the collaborative studio practice of Marissa and Chris Pugh, working between their home studio in Round Rock and fabrication shop in Hutto, Texas, where they design and handcraft sustainable wind chimes and sculptural works. Known for their Lone Star Wind Chimes, they transform steel, upcycled fire extinguishers, and compressed gas cylinders into one-of-a-kind pieces that engage sight, sound, and touch. 

https://www.pughstudios.com

Brenna Brom, owner of It’s a Whimsical Life, is a Minnesota-based artist living in Rochester, MN. Her work often incorporates playful, nature-inspired imagery such as fruits, florals, cute critters, and feminine forms. The contrast between bold color and precise line work brings structure to each piece, resulting in whimsical, highly detailed paintings. Each piece aims to evoke joy while also advocating for women’s rights and mental health. 

www.whimsicallifeart.com

Teri Smith created her small family run jewelry business out of her home in Western Colorado. She has been creating original pieces of jewelry for 20 years+ and now travels the region to promote her designs. Her intricate beadwork, pearl/crystal knotted necklaces on a silk string, leather bolo ties, belt buckles, wire wrapped rings & more are all handcrafted with care. Her goal is to offer a diversity of products so that every customer can find their special piece of jewelry which they will treasure for years to come. 

https://www.TheJewelrySmith.com

Wendy Michelle Davis draws her inspiration from nature, seeking to capture its fleeting beauty with paint applied with bold loose brush strokes on canvas. 

https://www.wendymichelledavis.com

“Distinguished Excellence“ category award winner! "Elemental Materials"

Tina Hoffer is a unique woodworker by blending two of natures alluring elements; wood and stone. Tina  creates functional, culinary accessories with her Cutting Boards, Gathering  Boards, Serving Platters and Dipping Trays that will elevate your daily or  special occasions. 

Tina meticulously searches through  arborists’ wood lots looking for the perfectly flawed, cracked and knot  filled hardwoods that other woodworkers pass by because of these  deficits. She chooses smaller pieces of wood that will be enhanced with  Stone like turquoise, lapis, malachite or chrysocolla, and inlays these  into the cracks and voids. She follows the Kintsugi method of Japanese art , where broken and fractured pottery is mended with gold  or silver dust, there by restoring the fragments to a functional and more  beautiful piece.  

www.knotswoodandstone.com

David Thoutt is a fine art photographer whose work centers on quiet moments in nature, places where light, atmosphere, and stillness come together to tell a deeper story. His images are less about spectacle and more about connection, inviting viewers to slow down and feel something familiar yet often overlooked. From rugged landscapes to subtle details, each photograph is crafted with intention and emotion. More of his work can be found at www.davidthouttphotography.com

Peter Freischlag is a contemporary watercolor artist whose work blends storytelling, movement, and emotional depth. Inspired by the tension between myth and truth, his paintings explore the human stories of the American West through bold, expressive watercolor. Each piece balances precision with spontaneity, inviting viewers into moments that feel both familiar and untamed.

Bigmoosestudios.net

Kim Messina, a Florida native, was drawn to Colorado almost 30 years ago for all its natural beauty, and nature, exactly what inspires her work. She often implements designs of flowers, leaves, bark, coral, and grasses. Messina has an affinity for the artistic challenge and endless knowledge it provides. She began learning pottery on the wheel, but quickly fell in love with hand building. Introduced to Raku early on, it has recently led her down new and exciting paths. Each day in the studio is a rewarding journey of discovery for her. 

https://www.etsy.com/shop/portkeypottery/?etsrc=sdt

Deidre is a progressive stained glass artist living in Northern Colorado. Her inspiration comes from the transference of light and the emotion that it evokes through Stained Glass.  Her love of animals led to specializing in stained glass pet portraits and memorials, where she expertly captures the essence of our adopted family members. Deidre also enjoys creating custom works for her clients, including up-cycling old items with stained glass to give them new life through art. 

www.brokenglass.design.com

Alexi is a digital artist from Boulder, Colorado, who creates unique and beautiful abstract digital paintings.

 While working in China, Alexi began to use ProCreate, bringing to life the idiosyncratic shapes that are now integral to all his work, which he calls ‘Hooeys.’Hooeys have appeared in art fairs, cafes, dispensaries, and galleries around Denver. Alexi’s audience continues to grow, and the support he has received in response has been overwhelming.

HooeyDoodles.com