Pagosa Springs Artist Open Studio Tour

You might be double checking if you are seeing correctly 😂 YES!!! I am working on my annual mosaic sculpture for the upcoming Alamosa Artscape 😁 This work-in-progress was one of the many pieces of art that visitors to the 3 day weekend Open Studio Tour got to see in person in my art space in Pagosa Springs, Colorado.

I no longer give in person mosaic classes so this was a unique opportunity for mosaic art enthusiasts to get some pointers or tips from me. I still had some clear float glass left over from my teaching days so I was prepared to share my glass cutting techniques with anyone interested. People were also able to preview the steel base for the mosaic sculpture and ask questions about any aspect of my sculpture process.

I've worked with glass mosaics since 2007 and have thought easy to follow techniques to hundreds, perhaps thousands of glass lovers through out the US and beyond! You can still take an Online Mosaic Art Class with me virtually https://www.kasiamosaicsclasses.com/ Ps. The open coffee mug was added to photo to freak people out just for fun lol Always keep your beverage away from the glass cutting station 😅 

These days, mosaic projects are a novelty for me. Due to the time consuming nature of the medium and my limited time as a mom of two boys, I mostly paint as a professional landscape artist. My mosaic work is strictly designated for the annual Alamosa Artscape an outdoor art exhibit in downtown Alamosa - the heart of the San Luis Valley. The 2024-25 season is my 8th year of participation which is always an honor.  

Besides the mosaic sculpture shown above, my studio is mostly reserved for my Colorado inspired mountain and night sky paintings which line the walls throughout. If you missed the studio tour and see anything you like in my online art shop: https://www.kasiapolkowskashop.com/product-category/paintings-drawings/ you can email kpolkowska@gmail.com to schedule a studio viewing time.

Emerald Summer Night - Colorado Night Sky Painting

 

Emerald Summer Night,  acrylic painting on art board, 34″x46″ (45.5″x47.5″ framed), 2024 ~Available https://www.kasiapolkowskashop.com/product/emerald-summer-night-47-5x35-5-framed/

This painting is inspired by incredible views of the milky way that can be experienced in remote regions of the Mountain West on a magical Summer Night.

The painting is varnished in satin. It has a signed certificate of authenticity on the back. It is custom framed and ready to hang with a hanging wire installed on the back.  

 

 

Upcoming Pagosa Springs Studio Tour

 

 

Mark your calendars for Pagosa’s 2nd Annual Summer Art Studio Tour! It’s a 3 day self guided event of artist studios scattered throughout our beautiful Southern Colorado landscape. It’s a perfect opportunity for locals to get a glimpse of what inspires their creative neighbors as well as a unique opportunity to plan an extended weekend getaway to our remote corner of Colorado, combining Art, Nature and exploring all that our little mountain town has to offer! I will have my studio open to everyone for those 3 days so please add a stop to our place to your weekend plans!

Below are a few process photos of 4 paintings from my new series 'Happiness' that will be on display during the event.

Ridgway Rendezvous Art Festival

Over the weekend I participated in the Ridgway Rendezvous Art Festival. Despite some spotty weather, it was a good festival for me. I've done only a handful since last fall and this one ranks as my second most successful event. Thank you all for stopping by my booth, showing interest in my work and choosing it for your home!

Below are some photos of the festival which was set in a lovely town park with incredible views of the surrounding landscape. Since I have two little boys that join me on my festival adventures, the park setting and the family friendly atmosphere and activities really helped to make this event extra special for us. Doing a weekend festival in itself is challenging enough and labor intensive. Throw in a 4.5 and a 6.5 year old into the mix and it reaches a new level on the challenge chart - Thank you Ridgway for making this such a fun event for all of us!

Aquamarine Mountain Sunset

Aquamarine Mountain Sunset, acrylic painting on artist board, 20″ x 40″ (21.5″x41.5″ framed),  2024 ~Available https://www.kasiapolkowskashop.com/product/aquamarine-mountain-sunset-21-5-x-41-5-framed/

This painting is inspired by a vibrant sunset in the Rocky Mountains of Colorado where the atmosphere feels magical and the mountain are aglow, appearing in a gradient of a beautiful greenish/bluish shade. This colorful landscape helps to bring me back to colorful Summer nights camping in the mountains, being surrounded by the most magical vistas and colors.