Search Results

Tara Novak Chair Mountain girl, artist, entrepreneur… A Vail Valley resident for over 25 years, Tara’s abstract paintings depict the textures and ever-changing colors in the mountains and waterways of Mother Nature’s landscapes. After attaining her degree from RIT, Snowboarding took over her world in 1994. She spent several years competing in pro circuits and teaching at Vail and Beaver Creek Resorts, where she fell in love with the pure joy of riding in the Aspen glades. Tara’s main bread n’butter is her company, Custom Creations Inc. Working with contractors, interior designers, and homeowners in the resort communities of Vail, she provides artful solutions for decorative wall finishes, woodwork and antique restoration, and fine art commissions. Tara founded the art cooperative ARTSPaCE workshop+gallery. This space is Tara’s home studio, while also continuing to grow as a thriving hub for local artists and community collaboration. In 2020 and 2021, Tara was awarded public art projects in the Vail Valley – decoratively painting six benches in Avon and a utility box in Riverwalk in Edwards as part of a community vitality installation. Most recently, Tara won awards for the 2021, 2022 and 2024 “Best of Vail Valley” competition: Best Visual Artist and Best Art Gallery.

Natalie Chudacoff Mixed-Media Natalie Thompson, of The Knitten Cat, is a self-taught independent yarn dyer and spinner. Her work includes one of a kind small batch color stories on a variety of yarn weights, hand-spun yarn from her hand-dyed natural fibers, and hand made gifts. Natalie studied art therapy in college, and taught children in a variety of settings including summer camp, middle school and library programs. Natalie has lived in the Vail Valley for more than 15 years and proudly calls Avon home with her husband Brian, new son Norman and their cat D’Artagnon. She is so thrilled to be a part of VVAG and to be the artist in residence at the gallery in Avon. Natalie Thompson, of The Knitten Cat, is a self-taught independent yarn dyer and spinner. Her work includes one of a kind small batch color stories on a variety of yarn weights, hand-spun yarn from her hand-dyed natural fibers, and hand made gifts. Natalie studied art therapy in college, and taught children in a variety of settings including summer camp, middle school and library programs. Natalie has lived in the Vail Valley for more than 15 years and proudly calls Avon home with her husband Brian, new son Norman and their cat D’Artagnon. She is so thrilled to be a part of VVAG and to be the artist in residence at the gallery in Avon. Artists Artwork Collection

Vail Valley Art Guild Calendar of Events March 2026 Today Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat 1 2 10:00 AM Call For Submissions 3 4 5 6 5:00 PM First Friday Gallery Night 7 11:30 AM Photography Group Outing- Leadville Ski-Joring 8 9 3:30 PM VVAG Board Meeting 10 11 6:00 PM Mastering iPhone 12 13 14 1:00 PM Mastering iPhone 15 16 5:00 PM Art Talk: Kelle Roberts- Hidden in Plain Sight: Little - Known Woman Artists and the Legacies They Shaped 17 18 10:00 AM Winter Mini Workshop: Squeegee Art with Cindy Duncan 6:00 PM iPhone Camera 19 6:00 PM Photo Group Monthly Meeting - Raj Manickam - The Art of Observation: Storytelling with Photography 20 21 1:00 PM iPhone Camera 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 10:00 AM Workshop: Becky Kiser’s Rain-Sticks 29 30 31 1 2 3 5:00 PM First Friday Gallery Night 4 5 6 10:00 AM Call For Submissions 7 8 9 10 11 10:00 AM Workshop: Play with Color Theory with Cindy Duncan

Patti DIXON Painter, Sculptor, Mixed-Media An an interior designer for many years, I have always loved color and art. I am so fortunate to express my passion of art in my free time. I love the medium of house paint, acyric and oil paint. I also dabble a bit in alabaster stone sculpture. It's so fun just to play in the art studio without a care in the wold. An an interior designer for many years, I have always loved color and art. I am so fortunate to express my passion of art in my free time. I love the medium of house paint, acyric and oil paint. I also dabble a bit in alabaster stone sculpture. It's so fun just to play in the art studio without a care in the wold. Artists Artwork Collection

Michael Hefferon Photographer, Mixed-Media, Digital-Artist I live in the space between dreams and reality, on the edge of the matrix inside the glitch , constantly dancing between what is, what was, and what has yet to be. I push the boundaries of possible and impossible in pursuit of what it truly means to be alive. Attempting to live a life rooted in truth, beauty, freedom, and above all else, love. To love my life through expression of a feeling, a motion, a memory, a thought, or a fleeting moment. My work is about shifting perspective, capturing fragments of life and experience, gathering bits of visual data and energy as they move through the universe, and turning them into something you don’t just see, but feel. That pursuit has led me to create large format artifacts, physical objects, digital works, visual motion, moving light, and vibration, both visual and audible. My art exists across the tangible and intangible worlds. Some pieces you can own, hold, and touch, while others live in a virtual space, experienced only through sight and sound. Each work begins as an image, a video, or a sound fragment that evolves through vision, adaptation, and artistic stylization, bringing the digital into the physical through unique layering techniques and material transformation. The result is work that feels alive, holding movement even in stillness. I’m driven by an unwavering desire to grow, to expand my understanding of what’s possible while I’m here, and to leave behind a body of work that lives beyond me. At its core, my art is about connection, creating visuals that speak to others, stir something inside them, and move them to act. It’s about loving your life, accepting the moment, and having the patience and courage to create anyway. I live in the space between dreams and reality, on the edge of the matrix inside the glitch , constantly dancing between what is, what was, and what has yet to be. I push the boundaries of possible and impossible in pursuit of what it truly means to be alive. Attempting to live a life rooted in truth, beauty, freedom, and above all else, love. To love my life through expression of a feeling, a motion, a memory, a thought, or a fleeting moment. My work is about shifting perspective, capturing fragments of life and experience, gathering bits of visual data and energy as they move through the universe, and turning them into something you don’t just see, but feel. That pursuit has led me to create large format artifacts, physical objects, digital works, visual motion, moving light, and vibration, both visual and audible. My art exists across the tangible and intangible worlds. Some pieces you can own, hold, and touch, while others live in a virtual space, experienced only through sight and sound. Each work begins as an image, a video, or a sound fragment that evolves through vision, adaptation, and artistic stylization, bringing the digital into the physical through unique layering techniques and material transformation. The result is work that feels alive, holding movement even in stillness. I’m driven by an unwavering desire to grow, to expand my understanding of what’s possible while I’m here, and to leave behind a body of work that lives beyond me. At its core, my art is about connection, creating visuals that speak to others, stir something inside them, and move them to act. It’s about loving your life, accepting the moment, and having the patience and courage to create anyway. Artists Artwork Collection

Soodi Kick Painter, Mixed-Media Love of nature, gratitude for life and passion for creating arts. I started painting when I realized my ability to communicate with others, was a lot more sincere through artwork. I could draw from an unconscious space touching the creative side of me that was much more collective and coherent than my verbal communication. My head could be confused and crowded with thoughts but my creativity was simple, clear, and kind. So naturally it was for me to choose to be an artist. Love of nature, gratitude for life and passion for creating arts. I started painting when I realized my ability to communicate with others, was a lot more sincere through artwork. I could draw from an unconscious space touching the creative side of me that was much more collective and coherent than my verbal communication. My head could be confused and crowded with thoughts but my creativity was simple, clear, and kind. So naturally it was for me to choose to be an artist. Artists Artwork Collection

PRIVACY POICY Last Updated: March 2026 The Vail Valley Art Guild (“VVAG,” “we,” “our,” or “us”) is a Colorado-based nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting artists and fostering a vibrant creative community. We respect your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how information is collected, used, stored, and shared when you visit or interact with our website, including our membership features, artist marketplace, and ecommerce services. Information We Collect Information You Provide to Us When you create an account, make a purchase, submit artwork, or communicate with us, we may collect: Name, email address, phone number, and mailing address Account login credentials (passwords are encrypted) Artist profile information, images, and submissions Purchase and transaction history Communications, inquiries, feedback, reviews, or form submissions Payment Information Payments on our website are processed securely through Wix and its approved payment providers. VVAG does not store full credit card numbers or sensitive payment data. Automatically Collected Information When you visit our website, we may automatically collect: Internet Protocol (IP) address Browser type, device information, and operating system Pages viewed, time spent on pages, and navigation behavior Cookies and similar technologies required for site functionality How We Use Your Information We collect personal and non-personal information to: Operate and maintain the VVAG website and marketplace Create and manage member and artist accounts Process purchases, donations, and transactions Provide customer support and respond to inquiries Communicate service-related updates and administrative notices Send marketing or promotional communications where consent has been provided Improve website performance, functionality, and user experience Comply with legal, nonprofit, and regulatory obligations VVAG does not sell, rent, or trade personal information. Cookies & Tracking Technologies Our website uses cookies and similar technologies to: Enable essential site features such as login, security, and ecommerce Remember user preferences Analyze website traffic and performance Cookies are provided primarily through the Wix platform and related services. You may control cookie preferences through your browser settings; however, disabling cookies may affect site functionality. Website Hosting & Data Storage Our website is hosted on the Wix.com platform, which provides the infrastructure for our online services, including memberships, artist profiles, and ecommerce functionality. Your data may be stored through Wix’s databases and applications on secure servers protected by industry-standard safeguards, including firewalls and encryption where appropriate. Payment Security All payment gateways available through Wix comply with PCI-DSS (Payment Card Industry Data Security Standards). These standards ensure the secure handling of credit card information by our website and its service providers. Communications We may contact you for purposes including: Account setup, verification, and support Transaction confirmations and receipts Important service or policy updates Legal or administrative notices Marketing or promotional communications (only where consent has been provided) Communications may be delivered via email, phone, text message, or postal mail, depending on the nature of the communication and your preferences. Your Rights & Choices (U.S. & Colorado Residents) You may request to: Access the personal information we maintain about you Correct or update your information Request deletion of your data, subject to legal or operational requirements Opt out of marketing communications at any time Requests can be made by contacting: service@vvagco.org GDPR-Lite Notice (International Visitors) While VVAG primarily serves U.S. residents, we respect privacy rights recognized under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) for visitors from the European Union. If applicable, you may have the right to: Request access to or correction of your personal data Request deletion or restriction of processing Withdraw consent where processing is based on consent To exercise these rights, please contact service@vvagco.org . We will respond within a reasonable timeframe and in accordance with applicable laws. Data Retention We retain personal information only as long as necessary to: Provide services and maintain active accounts Fulfill nonprofit, legal, accounting, or reporting obligations Support marketplace transactions and artist participation Policy Updates We reserve the right to modify this Privacy Policy at any time. Updates take effect immediately upon posting to the website. The “Last Updated” date at the top of this page reflects the most recent revision. Contact Information For questions about this Privacy Policy or how your information is handled, please contact: service@vvagco.org

ARTIST MARKETPLACE Welcome, Name Thank you for being a part of the Vail Valley Art Guild. Your commitment to the vision of sharing the arts is greatly appreciated! We couldn't do this without you. YOUR MARKETPLACE PROFILE YOUR MARKETPLACE ARTWORK Your membership allows you to submit # of pieces to the VVAG Artist Marketplace. If you would like to upload more pieces. Simply upgrade your Membership Plan. UPGRADE MEMBERSHIP Membership upgrades are not prorated. You may upgrade at any time, but any unused time on your current membership will be forfeited. To avoid this, you may wait until your membership renewal date to upgrade. No refunds or credits are issued for unused time. Curated Representation. Expanded Visibility. The Vail Valley Art Guild Artist Marketplace is a member-only program offering two levels of curated representation for original works by local artists. Both online and within our community or rotating brick & mortar gallery exhibitions. This is not an open marketplace. The Guild acts as curator and sales partner, presenting your work to collectors, visitors, and the community while managing the sales experience on your behalf. What’s Included Dedicated artist storefront within the VVAG marketplace Professional gallery-style presentation Sales processing and artist payouts Monthly rotating inventory through calls for submission 30% gallery commission BECOME A MEMBER TODAY BROWSE OUR ARTIST MARKETPLACE Filter by Price $26 $12,000 Sort by Quick View Dream Works Blush of Golden Price $1,800.00 Quick View The porch light is on but ain't nobody home Price $300.00 Quick View Nervous as a Cat Price $300.00 Quick View BLESS YOUR HEART Price $450.00 Quick View Galaxy Price $150.00 Quick View Groovin on a Sunday afternoon Price $3,800.00 Quick View "I LOVE YOU" Price $325.00 Quick View "I'm watching you" Price $425.00 Quick View Circle of Life Price $4,100.00 Quick View Rainbow Trout Price $1,500.00 Quick View Mt. of the Holy Cross Trail Price $2,500.00 Quick View Moose in Autumn Price $8,000.00 Quick View Sunlight Price $1,500.00 Quick View Orientation 2 Price $5,600.00 Quick View Freedom Night Price $850.00 Load More

Christine Sena Secretary At an early age, Christine was encouraged by her mother, an artist, to take classes at the Museum of Fine Arts in Boston. With studies in Landscape Architecture from UMass Amherst and Virginia Tech, her artistic skills were employed when creating sketches and renderings for various design projects. She then moved on to environmental work and eventually ended up as a manager for national and international judicial programs. After 32 years working in the public sector, she retired in 2002 and relocated to Edwards, CO, to be closer to her daughter and her family. The Guild has given her the opportunity to coordinate with our public libraries, private venues and Colorado Mountain College to develop exhibits which display our members' work to their best advantage.

Vail Valley Art Guild Workshop Policies Payments All payments are due upon registration through our website . We accept credit cards, PayPal, and Checks. If you are paying by check, we must receive your check within one week of registration. Please mark your check with the workshop name, instructor, and dates. Mail checks to: P.O. Box 9733 • Avon, CO 81620 Maximum and Minimum Attendees Each workshop is evaluated for the safety and comfort of instructors and attendees. The maximum and minimum attendance is determined by the amount of space each attendee will need and the number of attendees needed to afford instructor fees. Wait Lists If the class is full, please register for the waitlist. Due to possible attendee cancellations, being on the waitlist gives you a good chance of getting into your desired class. Please save the dates and be ready for a call, text, or email from our workshop administrator. Member/Non-Member Pricing We have done what we can to keep workshops at a reasonable price, while offering discounts to our members. Non-members can become members in advance of registration to receive discounts. Become a member today! Cancellation Policy Cancellation by Attendee Refunds for cancellations by attendees within 30 days of the workshop start date are contingent on VVAG finding a replacement from our wait list. Cancellation by VVAG If a class does not meet the minimum enrollment, VVAG may cancel it. All attendees will be refunded the full amount of their payment. Materials List Materials Lists are at the discretion of each workshop instructor. If you are unable to gather the required materials, please contact our workshop administrator with questions. Workshop Hours Workshops start at 9:30 AM and end at 4 PM unless otherwise stated. Late arrivals disrupt fellow artists! Please arrive at least 20 minutes early to set up your workspace. There will be a lunch break as directed by the instructor. Housing for Workshops Local accommodations may be available for a discount. 1 bedroom, 1 bath in the heart of Avon: contact: Ruth :970-390-4725 Mention that you are attending a Vail Valley Art Guild workshop for a possible discount depending on the busy season: · Comfort Inn · The Westin · Wydham Hotel · Christie Lodge · Spring Hill Suites · Town Place Lunch Please plan on bringing your own lunch, beverages, and snacks. The closest lunch pick up is Rocky Mountain Taco, located across the street from the front of the Seasons Building. Directions Workshops will be held at the Art Guild at Avon (“Avon Gallery”) unless otherwise stated. The address 137 Benchmark Rd, Avon, CO 81620. We are in The Seasons Building on the first floor, unit C2. Enter the lobby, walk past the fireplace and turn left at the only hallway. We are located on the right. Google Maps location: https://maps.app.goo.gl/JdaitBvHWefW7T6y5 Parking You may park for free in any available space at The Seasons by registering your car at the front desk. If parking is not available, the Town of Avon has free spaces for you to explore, including free parking! The Town of Avon has strict parking rules. Please check their website for all-day free parking and paid parking rules. Failure to register may result in aparking fine. Safety and Wellness The safety and health of our attendees and instructors is our most important consideration. Each workshop is reviewed with instructors and the VVAG leadership. Please alert your instructor or our workshop administrator at any time if you have a safety concern. Here are a few tips you may want to follow to keep yourself safe. · Wear gloves, masks, and glasses or a face shield · Wear aprons, clothes, and shoes · Wear sensible clothes that cover as much of the body as possible · Don't touch your eyes or mouth with your hands or gloves · Wash your hands and keep your workspace tidy Community Guidelines All Workshop participants shall abide by these guidelines. Failure to do so may result in your dismissal from the event. 1. Be kind and courteous 2. Treat everyone with respect 3. Conduct healthy debates with kindness 4. Never engage in hate speech or bullying 5. Never make degrading comments about things like race, religion, culture, sexual orientation, gender or identity 6. Do not share spam 7. Respect everyone's privacy and dignity 8. Do not share content and photos that violate someone else’s intellectual property rights, including copyright and trademark 9. Share only photos and videos they've taken or have the right to share 10. Post photos and videos that are appropriate for a diverse audience 11. Follow the law Contact Us Questions should be directed to our workshop administrator during daytime hours via telephone or text at 970-471-0853

Newsletters

Soodi Kick Chair I am Soodi Kick, born in Iran, moved to United States, met and married my husband at Ohio University, became a US citizen, and started my early carriers in Architecture and then in Nutrition. I started painting in university and continued taking classes, part time. A couple of years ago we retired and since then I have been spending more of my time doing art. I am an impressionist painter, with emphasis in figurative arts. I have the intention to become a full time artist and a part of this commitment is how to dedicate more time, producing and developing my style. Using man made and recycled materials on canvas, to bring texture and unity in my art work, is one of the areas of interest and work plan. We moved to Raleigh several years ago and I have visited Art Space and have fallen in love with the concept and energy in the space given to artist. Now we are in the process of returning to Eagle County and I hope to bring some of my experiences from back east to the Guild and community to keep building an appreciation of the arts in the valley. Experience Vail Valley Art Guild (VVAG) - Eagle County, Colorado Co-President: Jan 2023-present Member: 2015-Present VVAG is composed of many talented artists, who paint together, run an existing gallery in Eagle, Colorado, and participate and manage continuing courses in art education. I have been a part time member of this group and participated in juried and non-juried art shows. I have sold many art pieces to individuals in the Vail Valley area. Dunwoody Fine Art Association (DFAA) - Dunwoody, Georgia Member: 2008-2015 DFAA is a very active membership of fine artists who show in the local areas of the city and have classes in art . I was an active part time member for many years, showing in juried art shows, and selling my art and taking classes. Spruil Art Center - Atlanta, Georgia Member: 2000-2015 I have been a member of Spruil Art Center, taking part in many advanced courses and worked in finding my style and techniques. Education Ohio University: Architecture Degree, with minor in Art, 1973 Spruill Art Center in Atlanta Georgia: classes in advanced composition, mixed media painting and drawing, Color Theory Colorado Mountain College: classes in mixed media, oil and watercolor