ASLD’s 35th Anniversary
We’re celebrating 35 years of ASLD! Shop limited edition merchandise, celebrate with us at one of our events, or donate now.
Our organization began in 1987 with a handful of recognized artists teaching over one hundred students within its first year. Since then, we’ve evolved to fit Denver’s unique community to feature learning opportunities for artists of every age and ability.
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We’re celebrating 35 years of ASLD! Shop limited edition merchandise, celebrate with us at one of our events, or donate now.
AUGUST 27 & 28, 2022 | Join us for our annual Summer Art Market on August 27 & 28, featuring more than 100 artist vendors, local food, cold beer, and artmaking activities for the kiddos!
EXHIBITION | August 12-September 25, 2022
OPENING RECEPTION | August 12
Our 35th Anniversary Exhibit is all about Process: Making Things on the Way to Making Other Things.
September 2022 – February 2023 | Dona Park creates works that provide the representation she finds lacking in the art world.
JUNE 12 | Come to our summer fundraiser and enjoy some Sweet Action ice cream out of a handmade ceramic bowl that is yours to keep!
Stories Behind the Artists | Members of the ASLD community share their stories and why #ArtMatters to them.
EXHIBITION | November 4-December 11
CALL FOR ENTRY | October 10-15
OPENING RECEPTION | November 4
Think inside the box! Submit a small artwork to be part of our holiday salon – just in time for the holiday gift-giving season!
Summer 2022 | Join us for a special atelier in the South of France, taught by ASLD faculty member Andrea Kemp, focused on the beauty found in the Mediterranean landscape.
Join the ASLD, Clyfford Still Museum and Redline for a special collaborative series of professional development workshops for artists. These workshops feature experts in the art industry sharing practical knowledge and relevant tools to assist artists in enhancing their business practice.
Online Youth Courses at Art Students League of Denver. Get creative and stay engaged with our new online youth courses…more to come!
Online Adult Courses at Art Students League of Denver. Join ASLD faculty for a series of interactive online courses. Stay connected to your art!
Having art withdrawal during this unusual time? Join ASLD for free live and pre-recorded art programming.
CALL FOR PROPOSALS OPEN THROUGH APRIL 8 | We’re seeking proposals for an asphalt mural in the Westwood neighborhood.
CALL FOR ENTRY OPEN THROUGH MARCH 31 | Fly your flag with us! We’re seeking original fiber artwork flags that tell stories of Denver’s history.
“We know the world is in turmoil everywhere, so I think its also interesting to show another region of the world through this exhibit ” Rachel Basye
ASLD in the News—October 29, 2019 Join ASLD during Denver’s annual Art Week events. Explore ASLD’s historic building and drop in on art classes November 7.
Storytelling magazine Voyage Denver, an online publication geared for local small businesses and mission-driven start-ups, took time to talk with Executive Director Rachel Basye about what makes ASLD one of…
Faculty member Karl Poulson shares his experience working with students in Teen Studio, while highlighting his painting techniques on KUSA-TV Colorado & Company news. Executive director Rachel Basye reviews Fall 2019…