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 […]
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 […]
Randy Van Dyck: February 2020 Local Artist of the Month
We are pleased to highlight the work of Randy Van Dyck, our February 2020 artist of the month. Much of Randy Van Dyck’s work is inspired and defined by the titles of his art. There is a joyful humor to his work, which often depicts literal imagery of colloquial phrases. His use of shadows creates […]
Pettitt Group Announces 2020 pARTners
The Pettitt Group is proud to support the Treasure Valley’s arts community. We believe that a strong, vibrant arts culture makes Boise a thriving place for everyone to live, work and give. The Pettitt Group supports art in all forms. We are proud donate $1,000 each month to our 12 designated nonprofit, local arts organizations […]