Current Exhibitions: Folklore Prints of Rin, Artist’s Choice, and Community Mask Fundraiser

Artist’s Choice at the Lakewood Cultural Center

Show Dates: September 12, 2026 through January 2, 2027

Address: Lakewood Cultural Center, 470 S Allison Pkwy, Lakewood, CO 80226

Opening Ceremony: Thursday, September 17, 2026, 6:00–8:00 p.m.

Pick Up Work – End of Show: 9:00 a.m., Saturday, January 2, 2027 No early pick-up. LAC is not liable for late artwork pick-up.

Jesse Bateman, Heritage’s Key, Acrylic, 20" x 16", $368

Kirstie Klein, The In Between, Photography, 11" x 14", $125

Gail Firmin, Prickly Perch, Watercolor, 16" x 20", $275

Search and Find in the acorn gallery

Lakewood Arts invites artists to participate in Search & Find, an interactive exhibition that challenges viewers to look closely and discover hidden objects, symbols, characters, or visual surprises within each artwork.

Artists are encouraged to create work that rewards careful observation and invites viewers to engage in a visual treasure hunt. Hidden items may be subtle or playful, but they should be intentionally incorporated into the artwork as part of the exhibition theme.

Artwork must incorporate one or more hidden objects, symbols, characters, images, or visual surprises as part of the Search & Find theme.

Opening Reception / First Friday: November 6, 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Join us as we celebrate the opening of Search & Find and explore the hidden surprises created by participating artists.

Artwork Pick-Up: November 28 between 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Artists are responsible for picking up their artwork during the designated pick-up period.

Amy Marsh, Chasing Yellow, Mixed Media, 8" x 8", $150

Amy Marsh, Rest, Mixed Media, 12" x 12", $275

Karen Bryant, Through the Garden Gate, Collage, 29.5" x 26", $185

Kateryna Mezetska, Bloom of Life, Mixed Media, 24" x 24", $450

Amy Marsh, Upstream Illusion, Mixed Media, 16" x 20", $450

aaron edward bradley and Gene barber on the community wall

Flyer for the photography of Gene Barber currently showing at Lakewood Arts Gallery through November. Features a yellow and blue landscape with an image of the artist in a circle in the bottom right corner

Image of a white man with short gray hair smiling. This is a portrait of the artist Aaron Edward Bradley

Aaron Edward Bradley is a photographic artist and sculptor based in Lakewood, Colorado. Drawing inspiration from both the natural world and the spirit of exploration, his work reflects a deep appreciation for beauty, place, and the stories that connect us.

An avid cyclist, Bradley often discovers his artistic inspiration from a traveler's perspective, experiencing landscapes intimately and unhurriedly. The changing light, textures, and forms found along his journeys inform both his photography and sculptural work, inviting viewers to pause and engage more deeply with their surroundings.

For Bradley, creative expression is a source of peace, joy and connection. Whether through an image or a three-dimensional form, his work seeks to capture meaningful moments and share the stories found within them.

Aaron lives with his wife, Patty, and together they look forward to building their dream home in the mountains, where nature will continue to inspire both life and art.

 

Aaron Edward Bradley, Balmeddie Bridge, Metal, 8" x 12", $35.00

Aaron Edward Bradley, Danotter Castle, Canvas, 10" x 12", $35.00

Aaron Edward Bradley, Mt. Rainer at Sunset, Metal, 8" x 8", $25.00

Aaron Edward Bradley, The Cottage, Metal, 8" x 8", $35.00

Aaron Edward Bradley, Beach of Balmeddie, Metal, 8" x 10", $30.00

Aaron Edward Bradley, Flight of Fancy, Canvas, 8" x 14", $30.00

Aaron Edward Bradley, Scotland’s Reflection, Metal, 8" x 12", $35.00

Aaron Edward Bradley, Beautiful Bailey, Metal, 8" x 12", $35.00

Aaron Edward Bradley, Lovebirds of Pennan, Metal, 8" x 8", $25.00

Aaron Edward Bradley, Seaside Solitude, Metal, 8" x 8", $25.00

Aaron Edward Bradley, Winter River, Metal, 8" x 12", $35.00


Photographer Gene Barber is the principal of Roaming Wild Images LLC. Gene began his commercial photography career in the late 1970s but suspended his studio and wedding business in the late 80s when he began his career as an environmental consultant. Since retiring from consulting, he has rekindled his love of photographing wildlife and landscapes. He currently spends his time with his wife, Connie, traveling the western US and Alaska looking for new photo opportunities. His goal is to capture and produce high quality images using the finest material from top photo labs. Fine art prints are presented in a variety of formats including traditional prints on a gallery mount, metal prints, canvas, and acrylic prints for a more modern look.

Image of artist Gene Barber, a man with a backwards hat, sunglasses, and a gray beard holding a camera with a telephoto lens against a mountain background