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

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Caryn is sixty-one and has been in the creative arena in some capacity since she was in her teens. As an artist, she believes that everything, even the mundane can be made interesting with the right contrast. Whether through color, highlights and shadows, composition or subject matter; contrast creates the drama that brings art to life.

www.instagram.com/carynwest_art

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

A Colorado based landscape and wildlife photographer who has a passion for capturing the most beautiful images of the west. His work depicts incredible sunrises and sunsets at mountain lakes and desert landscapes, historic buildings plus unique wildlife shots of Bison and elk.

 www.davidrosspix.com

Alexi’s father was the artistic soul of the family, and perhaps it is through his father's legacy that abstract artwork resonates with Alexi. Throughout Alexi’s lifetime, art and drawing served as a personal meditative pursuit, bringing solace and joy through artistic creations. Alexi is deeply passionate about his craft. Years of personal growth and creative exploration have honed his unique style, which stands confidently on its own. Alexi, more than anything, believes in the enduring strength and longevity of his work.

www.AlexiGrojean.com 

Brian has a created a unique new take on bas relief with Carved Canvas.  Through graphic design and virtual sculpting, he transforms a two dimensional image to 3D, then carves that image on a wood "canvas" with a CNC Router.  Each carving is then torch fired, hand painted, and distressed to create beautiful wall art.  More of his work can be found at www.carvedcanvas.com.

Hannah’s love for nature shows through in her largely environmental subjects. Her work exemplifies the inherent value of nature and art, both of which are constantly under threat. Her impressionist style allows the viewer to interpret the intrinsic value of nature, and she hopes to inspire people to respect the environment through her work, both in the policy and art space. 

www.hannahrodnunskyart.com 

 Charles Acuña calls himself a "neolithic technician" because he recreates today what prehistoric peoples prized the most: sharp knives and weapons made from lithic materials. Using methods that prehistoric people developed to a fine skill, and with the same materials, Acuña has recaptured the essence of a real stone tool or weapon made by hand.

http://www.stonedge.com/

Jay Baron hand-ties both functional and decorative flies utilizing feathers, hairs, and synthetic fibers. Using a variety of tools, he can assemble and secure materials on a hook, thereby creating the fly, which is then matted and framed in barn wood behind glass.

 Tamthe is the name of the collective formed by Tamara Cvetkovic and Theo DGC Rhodius, multimedia audiovisual artists based in the heart of the Rocky Mountains in Colorado. Together, they showcase excellence across a wide range of artistic disciplines. Tamthe brings a unique energy to every endeavor, collaborating fully on each piece, installation, and idea.
Driven by an insatiable thirst for knowledge and new skills, they fearlessly dive into any creative pursuit that captures their interest, resulting in an ever-evolving cycle of production. 

 https://tam-the.com 

Monica Esposito Mann is a fine artist and registered nurse in western Colorado. Focusing on the Western Landscape for her inspiration, she paints in plein air as she travels to inspire her for larger studio pieces.

 https://mespoart.com 

 Amanda Feldgreber is the fiber artist and founder behind The Chickadee Tree, a thoughtful, slow-fashion brand based in Peyton, Colorado. Specializing in knitting and weaving, Amanda creates timeless, wearable pieces using natural, rescued, and recycled fibers. Her work is rooted in a commitment to ethical, low-waste practices—offering fashion that is trend-free, functional, and made to be worn again and again.

 https://www.thechickadeetree.com 

Crafted with meticulous wire wrapping and crochet techniques, Nina's jewelry collection showcases intricate necklaces, bracelets, and rings adorned with gemstones. Each piece highlights the art of handcrafting, blending traditional methods with modern aesthetics.

 https://ninawynn.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

Gregory Smith creates bold and captivating jewelry pieces. With his deep love of the craft of cutting stones and setting them in silver, Smith creates enchanting pieces that he hopes become a important part of the lives of the people who find these treasures.

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

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