Breckenridge Art

Press Release:

Every year in beautiful Breckenridge Colorado artists convert mounds of snow into splendid works of art. From magnificent dragons and eloquent bouquets of flowers to abstract pieces, sculptors form spectacular pieces of art for thousands of viewers to see over a five day period in winter. The snow sculptures for the 2009 event in Breckenridge will be sculpted from January 20th to the 24th, using only the artists' two hands and permitted hand tools.
For the first time ever the art galleries of Breckenridge will be combining to create a Gallery Art Walk. The galleries of Breckenridge will be offering refreshments and hors d'overs from 2:00 P.M. to 8:00 P.M. on Saturday, January 24th, 2009 while visitors can explore the wide variety of wonderful art displayed in the galleries.
Every gallery in Breckenridge has something different to offer. You can view whimsical and humorous art, as well as beautiful displays of local art at Art on a Whim, contemporary fine crafts at Hibberd McGrath Gallery, and the wonders of glass at Fox Ridge Gallery. Spectacular fine art photography is on display at Altitudes. Images of Nature carries the images of Thomas D. Mangelsen's award winning photography. Local artists are in proud display at our local Co-Op gallery, Arts Alive. The newest gallery in town, Teal Gallery, carries a diverse array of exciting modern art. Beautiful custom Colorado jewelry can be found at J&M Jewelers. Vintage Snow features ski antiques, vintage ski art and ski decor. The wonderful Fine Art Photography of Gary Soles and John Fielder is on display at The Photo Shop. Hang Time Gallery is an exciting showcase for western, wildlife and landscape art. You are sure to find works of art that will be sure to please your personal taste at one of our galleries. During the Gallery Art Walk many of the Breckenridge galleries will be featuring artist showcases. Art on a Whim will have artist Fritz Anders in person during the Gallery Art Walk. Anders is famous for his pyrographic work, the art of burning designs or pictures in wood. Altitudes will be featuring award winning photographer Matt Lit. Arts Alive will be displaying their Winterscapes themed work, featuring artist Pam Herring and her ceramics and fiber arts. Hang Time Gallery will have artist Ann Weaver on hand, who will be unveiling her original watercolor created for the 150th anniversary of Breckenridge.

Kathleen J. Kennedy
Executive Director
Frisco Chamber of Commerce