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Check Yourself: The Eyes Are Watching

Oil Painting

Check Yourself: The Eyes Are Watching

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✨ Event Spotlight
Every event offers a new way to experience the Beauty of Blackness.

Ghanaian Terra Cotta Bead Painting Workshop
Experience the beauty of West African artistic traditions in this hands-on workshop led by Karen Drewry.

Learn traditional Ghanaian terra cotta bead painting techniques while creating your own unique bead-inspired artwork. Whether you're an experienced artist or simply enjoy learning something new, this workshop offers a wonderful opportunity to explore culture through creativity.

Leave with new skills, a deeper appreciation for Ghanaian artistry, and a one-of-a-kind piece to take home.

📅 Saturday, September 5, 2026
🕚 11:00 AM – 1:30 PM
📍 Museum of Art | Fort Collins

Space is limited, so be sure to reserve your spot.
Because every event creates another opportunity to connect through art.

Instagram: Link in bio
Facebook: Event link below

https://www.tbobfas.com/event-details/ghanaian-terra-cotta-bead-painting-workshop-with-karen-drewry

#TBOBFAS #EventSpotlight #CreativeWorkshop #GhanaianArt #FortCollinsArts #BlackArt

@creativewest @downtownfoco @fococreativedistrict @visitftcollins @adderlyart_ @cherokeecarrauthor @yourfortcollins @focochamber @focoart @baacc_csu @csu_artandarthistory @csugregoryallicarmuseumofart @moafortcollins @this_is_noco

✨ Event Spotlight
Every event offers a new way to experience the Beauty of Blackness.

Ghanaian Terra Cotta Bead Painting Workshop
Experience the beauty of West African artistic traditions in this hands-on workshop led by Karen Drewry.

Learn traditional Ghanaian terra cotta bead painting techniques while creating your own unique bead-inspired artwork. Whether you're an experienced artist or simply enjoy learning something new, this workshop offers a wonderful opportunity to explore culture through creativity.

Leave with new skills, a deeper appreciation for Ghanaian artistry, and a one-of-a-kind piece to take home.

📅 Saturday, September 5, 2026
🕚 11:00 AM – 1:30 PM
📍 Museum of Art | Fort Collins

Space is limited, so be sure to reserve your spot.
Because every event creates another opportunity to connect through art.

Instagram: Link in bio
Facebook: Event link below

https://www.tbobfas.com/event-details/ghanaian-terra-cotta-bead-painting-workshop-with-karen-drewry

#TBOBFAS #EventSpotlight #CreativeWorkshop #GhanaianArt #FortCollinsArts #BlackArt

@creativewest @downtownfoco @fococreativedistrict @visitftcollins @adderlyart_ @cherokeecarrauthor @yourfortcollins @focochamber @focoart @baacc_csu @csu_artandarthistory @csugregoryallicarmuseumofart @moafortcollins @this_is_noco

⏳ Countdown to the Beauty of Blackness
The Light Grows Brighter

The closer we get, the brighter the vision becomes.

The path ahead is becoming clearer, and soon you'll experience the incredible artists whose work challenges, inspires, heals, and celebrates the beauty of Black life.

The countdown is no longer about waiting.
It's about preparing.

✨ Who are you bringing with you?

Check out the events we have during Labor Day weekend:
https://www.tbobfas.com/event-list

#TBOBFAS #CountdownToBOBFAS #10Days #FortCollinsArts #BlackFineArt #ArtJourney

@creativewest @downtownfoco @fococreativedistrict @visitftcollins @adderlyart_ @cherokeecarrauthor @yourfortcollins @focochamber @focoart @baacc_csu @csu_artandarthistory @csugregoryallicarmuseumofart @moafortcollins

⏳ Countdown to the Beauty of Blackness
The Light Grows Brighter

The closer we get, the brighter the vision becomes.

The path ahead is becoming clearer, and soon you'll experience the incredible artists whose work challenges, inspires, heals, and celebrates the beauty of Black life.

The countdown is no longer about waiting.
It's about preparing.

✨ Who are you bringing with you?

Check out the events we have during Labor Day weekend:
https://www.tbobfas.com/event-list

#TBOBFAS #CountdownToBOBFAS #10Days #FortCollinsArts #BlackFineArt #ArtJourney

@creativewest @downtownfoco @fococreativedistrict @visitftcollins @adderlyart_ @cherokeecarrauthor @yourfortcollins @focochamber @focoart @baacc_csu @csu_artandarthistory @csugregoryallicarmuseumofart @moafortcollins

This Labor Day Weekend, these artists come together for the 7th Annual Beauty of Blackness Fine Art Show.

From bold contemporary works and breathtaking sculpture to pieces that invite you into memory, movement, culture, and imagination—this year's artists are bringing an experience you don't want to miss.

And this video is only a glimpse.

Explore the 2026 artists and their work before the show:
tbobfas.com/online-exhibit

Then come experience it for yourself.

📅 September 3–6, 2026
📍 Opera Galleria | Downtown Fort Collins

Which artist's work caught your eye first? Tell us in the comments. 👇🏾

#TheBeautyOfBlackness #TBOBFAS #MeetTheArtists #BlackArtists #SupportBlackArtists #BlackFineArt #ContemporaryArt #FineArt #CollectArt #ArtCollectors #FortCollinsArts #ColoradoArts #DowntownFortCollins #VisitFortCollins #LaborDayWeekend

This Labor Day Weekend, these artists come together for the 7th Annual Beauty of Blackness Fine Art Show.

From bold contemporary works and breathtaking sculpture to pieces that invite you into memory, movement, culture, and imagination—this year's artists are bringing an experience you don't want to miss.

And this video is only a glimpse.

Explore the 2026 artists and their work before the show:
tbobfas.com/online-exhibit

Then come experience it for yourself.

📅 September 3–6, 2026
📍 Opera Galleria | Downtown Fort Collins

Which artist's work caught your eye first? Tell us in the comments. 👇🏾

#TheBeautyOfBlackness #TBOBFAS #MeetTheArtists #BlackArtists #SupportBlackArtists #BlackFineArt #ContemporaryArt #FineArt #CollectArt #ArtCollectors #FortCollinsArts #ColoradoArts #DowntownFortCollins #VisitFortCollins #LaborDayWeekend

MODELS WANTED | VINTAGE GLAM

The runway is calling. Sept 5th

The 7th Annual Beauty of Blackness Fine Art Show is looking for models to participate in our Vintage Glam Fashion Showcase on Labor Day Weekend in Fort Collins.

Come be part of an unforgettable celebration of Black style, fashion, art, and culture alongside an exceptional lineup of artists and creatives.

September 5th 2026
Opera Galleria | Old Town Fort Collins

Interested in walking the runway?

INSTAGRAM: Sign up through the link in our bio.
FACEBOOK: Click the link below to register.

Come bring your presence, and we will give you style, to go along with your confidence to the runway.

Vintage Glam awaits. In Partnership with @wearitagainsam Vintage Shop. old Town Fort Collins @downtownfoco @nocostylemagazine @discovernoco_magazine @creativewestrao

#VintageGlam #BeautyOfBlackness #TBOBFAS #FortCollinsFashion FortCollinsEvents FashionShow ModelsWanted BlackFashion BlackStyle OldTownFortCollins

MODELS WANTED | VINTAGE GLAM

The runway is calling. Sept 5th

The 7th Annual Beauty of Blackness Fine Art Show is looking for models to participate in our Vintage Glam Fashion Showcase on Labor Day Weekend in Fort Collins.

Come be part of an unforgettable celebration of Black style, fashion, art, and culture alongside an exceptional lineup of artists and creatives.

September 5th 2026
Opera Galleria | Old Town Fort Collins

Interested in walking the runway?

INSTAGRAM: Sign up through the link in our bio.
FACEBOOK: Click the link below to register.

Come bring your presence, and we will give you style, to go along with your confidence to the runway.

Vintage Glam awaits. In Partnership with @wearitagainsam Vintage Shop. old Town Fort Collins @downtownfoco @nocostylemagazine @discovernoco_magazine @creativewestrao

#VintageGlam #BeautyOfBlackness #TBOBFAS #FortCollinsFashion FortCollinsEvents FashionShow ModelsWanted BlackFashion BlackStyle OldTownFortCollins

⏳ Countdown to the Beauty of Blackness

The Destination Is Getting Closer

Can you see it?

The light is beginning to emerge.

As more of the artwork is revealed, we're reminded that every meaningful journey has moments where the destination finally feels within reach.

Soon these paintings won't just live on your screen—they'll surround you.

We're getting closer. Labor Day weekend at the Opera Galleria Fort Collins!

✨ Which part of this reveal has caught your attention the most?

#TBOBFAS #CountdownToBOBFAS #14Days #FortCollinsArts #BlackFineArt #ArtJourney

@creativewest @downtownfoco @fococreativedistrict @visitftcollins @adderlyart_ @cherokeecarrauthor @yourfortcollins @focochamber @focoart @baacc_csu @csu_artandarthistory @csugregoryallicarmuseumofart @moafortcollins @this_is_noco

⏳ Countdown to the Beauty of Blackness

The Destination Is Getting Closer

Can you see it?

The light is beginning to emerge.

As more of the artwork is revealed, we're reminded that every meaningful journey has moments where the destination finally feels within reach.

Soon these paintings won't just live on your screen—they'll surround you.

We're getting closer. Labor Day weekend at the Opera Galleria Fort Collins!

✨ Which part of this reveal has caught your attention the most?

#TBOBFAS #CountdownToBOBFAS #14Days #FortCollinsArts #BlackFineArt #ArtJourney

@creativewest @downtownfoco @fococreativedistrict @visitftcollins @adderlyart_ @cherokeecarrauthor @yourfortcollins @focochamber @focoart @baacc_csu @csu_artandarthistory @csugregoryallicarmuseumofart @moafortcollins @this_is_noco

✨ Event Spotlight
Every event offers a new way to experience the Beauty of Blackness.

Collector's Night

An Evening for Collectors. A Legacy of Beauty.

Before the doors officially open to the public, we invite you to experience an exclusive preview of the Beauty of Blackness Fine Art Show.

Join us for an intimate evening where art, culture, and conversation come together. Meet the artists behind this year's extraordinary collection, be among the first to experience the exhibition, and enjoy champagne and hors d'oeuvres as you explore works celebrating the richness, beauty, and diversity of the Black experience.

Whether you're an experienced collector, searching for your very first piece, or simply appreciate the power of fine art, Collector's Night offers a unique opportunity to connect with artists, discover meaningful works, and experience the exhibition before it officially opens.

📅 Thursday, September 3, 2026
🕔 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM
📍Opera Galleria Fort Collins
123 N College Ave
Fort Collins, CO 80524

We look forward to welcoming you to an unforgettable evening where art inspires, conversations flourish, and every piece has a story waiting to be discovered.

Because every event tells a story—and every story adds to the beauty.

#TBOBFAS #EventSpotlight #CollectorsNight #BlackFineArt #FortCollinsArts #SupportBlackArtists #FineArtExhibition #NorthernColorado #ExperienceTheBeauty

✨ Event Spotlight
Every event offers a new way to experience the Beauty of Blackness.

Collector's Night

An Evening for Collectors. A Legacy of Beauty.

Before the doors officially open to the public, we invite you to experience an exclusive preview of the Beauty of Blackness Fine Art Show.

Join us for an intimate evening where art, culture, and conversation come together. Meet the artists behind this year's extraordinary collection, be among the first to experience the exhibition, and enjoy champagne and hors d'oeuvres as you explore works celebrating the richness, beauty, and diversity of the Black experience.

Whether you're an experienced collector, searching for your very first piece, or simply appreciate the power of fine art, Collector's Night offers a unique opportunity to connect with artists, discover meaningful works, and experience the exhibition before it officially opens.

📅 Thursday, September 3, 2026
🕔 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM
📍Opera Galleria Fort Collins
123 N College Ave
Fort Collins, CO 80524

We look forward to welcoming you to an unforgettable evening where art inspires, conversations flourish, and every piece has a story waiting to be discovered.

Because every event tells a story—and every story adds to the beauty.

#TBOBFAS #EventSpotlight #CollectorsNight #BlackFineArt #FortCollinsArts #SupportBlackArtists #FineArtExhibition #NorthernColorado #ExperienceTheBeauty

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