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Campus & Local Arts

CSU student Isaac Hermanson plays the standing bass with fellow musicians for the reception of the 50th anniversary of CSU's Visual Arts Building, which honored faculty and alumni during the anniversary exhibition's opening evening Oct. 17.

CSU Visual Arts building celebrates 50 years of creativity, education

Ruby Secrest, Arts and Entertainment Editor October 22, 2025

Art's place in education is a topic that has long been a subject of controversy. In an era when education and monetization are one in the same, the question of where they fit into is a topic that continues...

Colorado State University theater major and actor playing “Emily” in the Cherryfield Toy Company production performs a frightening scene with light shadowing her face in a red room during a dress rehearsal in the University Center for the Arts Oct. 20.

CSU students craft immersive theater experience with ‘Cherryfield Toy Company’

Robert Sides, Staff Reporter October 22, 2025

Colorado State University’s School of Music, Theatre and Dance is rehearsing “Cherryfield Toy Company," using immersive storytelling and creative storylines to engage the audience. The play is directed...

Courtesy of The Eye

Through the lens of The Eye: CSU art club welcomes all

Janaya Stafford, Staff Reporter October 15, 2025

A glimpse into The Eye, Colorado State University's art club, reveals a community of diverse students putting aside time for creativity. The Eye dedicates itself to being a welcoming space for students...

Guests view art on display at The Lincoln Center Gallery Oct 10. The art gallery showcases the personal artwork of six artists who are creating art to enrich local public spaces.

Art in Public Places celebrates community, activism in anniversary gallery

Addie Mitchell, Staff Reporter October 13, 2025

Fort Collins is a town abundant with art and creativity. Its many murals, painted electrical boxes, pianos and sculptures add depth and brightness to walls, the streets and structures that might otherwise...

Designer work, including Christian Dior, is housed in the Avenir Museum of Design and Merchandising Oct. 5. Donations of books, hats and apparel are open to the public to view during tours.

Avenir Museum of Design and Merchandising houses fashion’s past

Ruby Secrest, Arts and Entertainment Editor October 9, 2025

The Avenir Museum of Design and Merchandising, known for its creative galleries, holds a hidden gem. Housing over 20,000 historic archives of fashion, the museum makes its resources available to students...

Artist Lydia Tarleton stands next to a table featuring her colorful, custom paintings being featured at Hutch Home Co. at the First Friday Art Walk Oct. 3. “I feel like it's putting my name out there," Tarleton said. "People have contacted me at later dates, and I've sold a lot of paintings that way." The First Friday Art Walk is an event happening every month in downtown Fort Collins, when businesses feature local artists in their stores as part of a collaborative art show.

October’s First Friday Art Walk promotes local artists, businesses

Maiya Kreamer, Staff Reporter October 7, 2025

Downtown Fort Collins showcased its variety of passionate artists and hardworking business owners at this month's First Friday Art Walk. The event, held on the first Friday of each month, consists of...

A mural by Alex Bugg beams with vibrancy on the side wall of Bean Cycle Roasters on Walnut Street in Old Town Square Sept. 30.

10th annual FoCo Mural Project highlights mental health, gives voice to artists

Allie Seibel, Editor in Chief October 2, 2025

The streets of Fort Collins are once again being adorned with colorful and expressive murals. This year marks the 10th annual Fort Collins Mural Project and the first year the project rallied around...

Located in the Lory Student Center's Sideshow Gallery, three art pieces are showcased as part of the "Off The Clock" exhibition Sept. 25.

‘Off the Clock’ exhibit showcases student staff creative works

Jenna Espinoza, Staff Reporter October 1, 2025

Held in the Lory Student Center, the “Off the Clock” exhibit is the newest addition to the Sideshow Gallery, where student staff members can display artwork for everyone to catch a glimpse of. Open...

five posters showing Paul Risbecks work hang on display.

Phil Risbeck’s graphic design legacy lives on in Morgan Library

Chloe Rios, Staff Reporter September 24, 2025

Displayed above armchairs and tables, graphic design works exploring the history of Colorado State University and the broader Fort Collins area decorate the walls of the Morgan Library. These are the works...

Shoppers browse the Vintage Market booths set up on the Oak Street Plaza in Old Town Sept. 20.

Fort Collins Vintage Market dons sustainability, fashion in Old Town

Carlee Elders, Staff Reporter September 24, 2025

When someone visits Old Town, the typical itinerary remains the same: Park the car, grab a bite to eat, then peruse stores along the line. Maybe they even treat themselves to ice cream at Edison's for...

A woman in a purple dress looking out to the crowd after finishing her performance.

Anna Christy fills CSU’s Organ Recital Hall with world-class sound

Riley Paling, Staff Reporter September 17, 2025

The halls of the University Arts Center were filled with the voice of none other than the Grammy-winning soprano Anna Christy. Audience members arriving at the University Center for the Arts were met...

A pair of silver bulbs connected by small pipes.

Metalsmithing meets human body at ‘Figural Apparatus’ exhibit

Maci Lesh, Staff Reporter September 17, 2025

Metals have long been used for jewelry and body adornment. "Figural Apparatus," an exhibition by artists Chloe Darke and Jennifer Crupi, presents work that applies metalsmithing techniques to examine the...

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