Every October, Boise’s Original Artist’s Open Studios Weekend Tour provides an opportunity to visit local artists’ studios, interact with them and purchase their work directly. BOSCO, a nonprofit established 16 years ago, bridges the gap between the artists who live and work in our community and those of us who appreciate them. This year’s tours will […]
Open Arms Dance Project: Guided by Creation & Collaboration
Open Arms Dance Project is a community of dancers with diverse bodies, ages, abilities, and dance experience creating powerful art together in Boise since 2008. They perform in unexpected and exciting spaces that increase their visibility in the community: under stage lights, in the Idaho State Capitol rotunda, in lobbies, through crosswalks, on sidewalks, and […]
Boise Baroque Orchestra: Inspiring Audiences With Their Repertoire
The Boise Baroque Chamber Orchestra, created in 2003, is a group of world-class musicians aiming to bring the classical and Baroque-era music to the Treasure Valley. Many of the musicians also participate with other local groups such as the Boise Philharmonic and Opera Idaho. Boise Baroque’s performances are a beautiful contribution to our community. Find […]
Surel’s Place: A Live/Work Space for Artists of All Disciplines
Located in Garden City’s burgeoning arts corridor, Surel’s Place was founded in 2012 as an artist-in-residence program. They have supported nearly 275 artists locally and nationwide. This gallery and education center hosts free and low-cost workshops, musical performances and presentations on art and writing. They also provide professional development opportunities for artists. Surel’s Place operates […]
Brooke Burton: April 2020 Local Artist of the Month
We are pleased to highlight the work of Brooke Burton, our April 2020 artist of the month. Brooke Burton lives, works and teaches in Boise as an artist and photographer. Her work was on display at the Boise Art Museum for the 2017 Triennial. She is a writer and photographer for the City of Boise’s […]
Out of Town Investors: Cashing In On Your Treasure Valley Property
Over the past decade, the Treasure Valley real estate market has benefited greatly from out-of-state investors. There are many factors to consider when cashing in on your investment property. In this video Andrea Pettitt, Realtor, and owner of the Pettitt Group at Group One Sotheby’s International Realty in Boise, Idaho provides some insight on whether or not this the time for you to sell your Treasure Valley rental.
Off Center Dance: Dynamic Art
When most people hear the word “art,” they think of visual arts like painting, photography, and ceramic. But one of the most dynamic, evocative forms of art is dance. Movement and music come together to express abstract ideas and emotions; the body becomes both artist and medium. Off Center Dance has created over 30 new […]
The Cabin: A Center For Readers & Writers
The Cabin is a Boise, Idaho literary arts organization. The Cabin forges community through the voices of all readers, writers and learners. The Cabin’s workshops, readings, lectures, camps and other educational programs provoke creativity and experimentation, foster literary excellence, and inspire a love of reading and writing. The Cabin believes that connecting with writers and […]
William D. Lewis: March 2020 Local Artist of the Month
We are pleased to highlight the work of William D. Lewis, our March 2020 artist of the month. William Lewis studied at Parsons School of Design, Hunter College, and NYU. His paintings were on display for three Idaho Triennial exhibitions at the Boise Art Museum (earning merit awards twice), and some are permanently installed in […]
Buyer market? Seller market? COVID-19 market?
I’ve had this question a dozen times this past week. So many of you have reached out. Clearly the impact of the coronavirus on Boise’s real estate market (and the broader economy) is on everyone’s minds right now. In no particular order, I would like to share lessons learned from working and living through the […]