Adri Norris bio/ artistic statement:

Adri Norris says, "At an early age, I knew I wanted to be an artist. Throughout all my life changes, moving from Barbados to New York, to New Mexico, then joining the Marines, art was the one thing that persisted. I was raised to be a leader, to see myself as someone who could help people and improve lives.

It was only in the last few years that I figured out how I would do that. The Women Behaving Badly series was born out of a desire to educate people about women from the past. Their stories have been lost over time and this loss is a disservice to those women, to the women and girls living now and to society as a whole. Sharing these stories through my art inspires young girls with role models they've never seen before. These stories make adults think more about what they have and what they have yet to gain by listening to the voices of the unheard.

I feel as though I am at the beginning of my journey. My list of women numbers in the hundreds and I have barely scratched the surface. I intend to be in it for the long haul."

5280 says that "Over the past four years, Norris has dedicated her artwork to remembering the times-and more specifically, the women-often forgotten or left out of history textbooks. From her mixed media and watercolor series Women Behaving Badly, which highlights women who blazed trails by breaking society's rules, to her Women of Colorado trading card collection to her current project, an exploration of women of color and voting rights, Norris combines research, storytelling, and visual art to highlight historic women and their achievements."

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Originally from Lexington, Kentucky; Alexandrea (Alex) Pangburn moved to Golden, Colorado in September of 2017.

Alex graduated with an Animal Science degree from the University of Kentucky in 2010, but her commission art business didn't really kick off until she was working at a veterinary clinic in Powell, Ohio. Her commission pet portraits grew and she was booking out almost an entire year in advance before she decided to close her books and focus on taking her art in a direction she wanted to go. Alex decided her business needed a name and decided to name it after the two animals that were her biggest inspiration; her dog Benson, and her horse Dude - hence B&D Pet Portraits.

When Alex moved to Golden, Colorado in 2017, she started to work with the RiNo Art District. It was here she was able to tap into large scale pieces and murals. Her first spray paint mural was during CRUSH Walls 2018 and she has since painted over a dozen murals here in Colorado and one in Kentucky. Her passion for flora + fauna reigns in her work and she hopes to continue to bring light to species that people may or may not be able to see at such a large scale. In addition bringing awareness to animals and plant-life that are need of conservation education.

Check out her passion project, Babe Walls at www.babewalls.com and follow them on Instagram @babewalls.

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Erik Rieger bio/ artistic statement:

Erik Reiger is the co-owner of Lapis Gallery and a Performance Artist. In his shows he creates holographic images etched into steel plates.

When asked to describe Erik Rieger's Art Show, several words come to mind; pulsating, mesmerizing, but only one word truly says it all, "Wow". W.O.W. is an acronym for "Wonders of Wonders".

Under the pulsating lights Rieger's work takes on a 3 dimensional appearance. Creating layer upon layer of interference patterns the images start to move and dance.

Rieger says he came up with this idea of etching onto a sheet of metal under a shower of sparks as "sort of happenstance and it developed into it's own entity." Accompanied by inspiring music which he composes and performs, his artistic concepts have a fluidity that compliments any type of event. Rieger has performed over 1,500 shows; numerous nightclubs, opening for music artists, art openings, silent auctions, rock shows, private parties, paired with DJ's and Go Go Dancers, even wedding engagement parties.

Rieger's artwork crosses from delicate silhouettes to extremely detailed yin yang dragons. Erik Rieger has the power to captivate everyone in the room; entertaining young, old and everyone in between. Few artists can say this.

2006 etching of the Beatles was published in the first edition Beatles Art; Fantastic New Artwork of the Fab Four. 2014 LUXE Magazine featured Rieger's artwork as a "Colorado Must Have" and is featured in ARTCHASER Magazine's Volume 1-2015.

"As an artist I don't believe in erasing. Life doesn't come with an eraser. You make a mark then you digest that mark. Then all subsequent choices are made from and built upon that."

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Forrest Morrison bio:

Forrest J. Morrison is a multi-disciplinary artist specializing in project-based, public, and studio arts. Morrison's artistic practice spans styles including Minimalism, Western, Figurative, and Realism. His work has been included in numerous exhibitions, and has been featured in Denver Post, Modern In Denver Magazine, and Black & White Magazine.

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Johnny DeFeo bio/ artistic statement:

"I was fortunate to spend my youth in a home that abutted a small state forest in central Connecticut. My brothers and I could run across the manicured lawn, through the row of our mother's carefully planted hostas, and within moments be free from the ostensibly iron fists that ruled our small world. Under the cover of the thicketed hardwood forest we were free to construct slipshod forts, track animals for miles and play games of hide-and-seek (often "forgetting" to let our youngest brother know that the game had ended). As we grew older our house became the neighborhood hot spot for the asylum the wooded hills provided for our more scandalous deeds.

On school breaks, while most of my friends would travel to geriatric Florida beaches my father would use his penchant for logistics to systematically fly, drive, and otherwise move our family through the captivating rural and wild spaces of our great country with a focus on exposing us to the beauty and grandeur of the untouched outdoors and quirky places along the way. In between the business of being wrangled, fed, and simmered-down, each trip was full of adventure and taught us in a hands-on way about the abstract history and geology we were reading about in school. These places were also the way I began to develop a thoughtful relationship with the natural world through experience, observation and by making drawings of the wonders by which I was captivated.

As an artist, I believe my job is to illuminate the magnificence of the world in some way. My recent work documents a point in time when I feel a conflict between my deep connection with the quietude and immensity of the natural world, and modern comforts like warm fireplaces and comfortable furniture. By combining imagery of civilized comforts with impressions of grand landscapes I hope to raise questions about the meaning and importance of each, and the problematic relationships among desire, ownership, freedom, and control. Just as the Hudson River School painters helped to create significance for landscapes, I hope to reinforce the significance of these landscapes to the viewer. More so, I illustrate an undesirable future for the viewer to imagine in hopes of highlighting the importance of protecting and maintaining these significant landscapes through preservation and understanding."

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Kaitlyn Tucek bio/ artistic statement:

Kaitlyn Tucek lives and works in Denver, CO. From Long Island, NY, Tucek graduated from Pratt Institute in 2006 and was awarded a Master's from CUNY Queens College in 2013. Tucek is a multi-disciplinary feminist artist. Tucek's work has been shown in New York and Denver, including exhibits at Leon Gallery, ATC and Alto Gallery. Tucek has been featured in Hyperallergic, Westword, Denver Life Magazine, Modern in Denver, CPR's Denverite, and was recently named one of Denver's top 5 artists to watch and collect by 5280 Magazine.

"The image I chose to represent on the board is a little more graphic, a little more wild. This is a portrait of a dear friend who embodies true strength, I thought the board would send a little shine both her way and out into the world."

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Michael Rieger bio/ artistic statement:

This work was created using three handmade limited edition etchings of Colorado, archivally mounted and varnished. The three etching are: Promenade, View from the Bow and The Whisper.

"Creating art is an ongoing process of discovering connections and relationships. Every piece tells a story.

My work as a photographer has led me to a wide variety of stories. As a historical photographer for the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) I have documented the aftermath of dozens of disasters, including 9-11 World Trade Centers, Hurricane Katrina in New Orleans and many wildfires, floods, and tornados. I have also worked internationally, using the lens to capture moments of community building and artistic expression throughout the world, including Southeast Asia, Egypt, and Europe. I love street photography and have a camera with me at all times.

As an artist, I pursue these images and stories through different mediums. My projects often start with a picture. I might transform the image into an etching, accentuating a certain tone or mood. Or I might use a photograph as a starting point for an oil pastel, making the image larger, brighter and bolder. Or it might lend itself to a mosaic or a carved tile, where the image becomes three- dimensional.

I enjoy collaborating with people to create custom pieces that help tell their stories. Please contact me if you are interested in custom work.

My work has been shown in many galleries, festivals and museums throughout the United States. My photos have been published all over the world and are part of the Smithsonian's Photographic History Collection Archives. As long as I can remember I have loved to create art and hope I always will. Let me create a work of art for you."

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Randy Segura bio:

"Been chasing art since 1995 when I ventured out on my own to paint murals and signs. Then spent five years working with an arts center to help create community through art. I went on to paint large scale murals, and three years later was a first timer at the Denver Chalk Art Festival. Now I participate in festivals all around the country, and help to organize here in Denver. I run an arts studio, and live with my family in Morrison, Colorado."

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Tony Ortega bio:

Tony Ortega holds an MFA in drawing and painting from the University of Colorado and is currently a professor for Regis University. Professor Ortega was the 2018 Regis College faculty lecture of the year. He is the recipient of the coveted Governor's Award for Excellence in the Arts (1999) and the Mayor's Award for Excellence in the Arts (1998). He has been a working artist and teacher for the past 38 years. Tony Ortega's lifelong goal is to contribute to a better understanding of cultural diversity by addressing the culture, history and experiences of Chicanos/Latinos through his art. His work can be found in the collections of the Denver Art Museum, the Los Angeles County Museum and the Colorado Springs Fine Art Center. He has exhibited extensively in United States, Latin America and other parts of the world. Tony's artwork can be found in Denver, Colorado at the William Havu Gallery.

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Tracy Weil bio:

Tracy Weil is co-founder and Executive Director of RiNo Art District, and planted his roots in this growing community nearly 20 years ago. A lifelong painter, Weil's work is distinctive for its bold use of color and expressive, playful nature.

Known for his savvy in building community through the arts, Weil has fostered vibrant art districts throughout Colorado, including Lakewood and Aurora.

Painting for over 25 years, Weil's work is distinctive for its bold use of color. Unabashed and expressive, Weil's zest for people and life emerges clearly in bright works thick with paint. Weil has also been working in bronze, iron and clay transforming his iconography into 3D.

Weil 's studio is at Weilworks. See the space between thought and art. Located in the River North Art District - This breakthrough art space hosts a regular series of contemporary exhibitions and events.

The Weilworks Gallery boasts three stories of exhibition space, including a 1,000-square-foot first floor gallery, a second floor art landing, and Denver's first Exhibition Tower offering inspiring views of downtown Denver and the Front Range.

Weil also works as a public artist. From colorful murals to transforming his 2D iconography into 3D, Weil likes to work big! Along with using more traditional methods like painting and bronze, Weil is working in eco friendly materials such as nontoxic paints, eco-Resin and recycled concrete. Weil's giant works are also available in fiberglass, steel or aluminum. Weil works with civic agencies, corporations or developers looking to add monumental works to their projects.

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