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NFT collectors focus on generative art and historical significance amid market rout

Aug 24, 2023 By Admin in Art World News

The NFT market is in shambles as key metrics such as users, volumes, and liquidity velocity plummet and several key collections suffer pullbacks of 90% or more.

However, there are a few perhaps-surprising subsectors showing relative strength as collectors and traders bet on generative art and historically significant collections to outperform in the long run.

According to analytics platform Nansen, total NFT trading volume is down 49% on the month to 223,000 ether, or roughly $367 million. Total daily sales and daily active wallets have both been drifting downwards over the past 90 days.

While the macro backdrop is bleak, the carnage is especially pronounced among certain individual collections.

Azuki, a bullrun darling that allowed creator Chiru Labs to earn a $300 million valuation, has fallen from a floor price of 33 ether (ETH) to 3.9. Likewise, the Kevin Rose-backed Moonbirds collection has fallen steadily from April 2022 highs of 36 ETH to just 1.29 ETH today.

Amid the wreckage, traders and collectors are beginning to coalesce around small sectors of strength. According to Nansen’s NFT indexes, the best performing sector of the year is art, where the Nansen Art-20 index is down merely 40% relative to other sectors down 50% or more.

Looking at the Art-20 component collections, generative art is especially strong. Chromie Squiggles, one of the first collections released by generative art hub Artblocks, are down just 1.7% on a 30-day basis, while Terraforms, created by generative artist Mathcastles, are down 5%.

Historical collections are likewise beginning to outstripe younger and once-brighter offerings. In December 2021 the floor price of Bored Ape Yacht Club “flipped,” or exceeded that of the Cryptopunks collection – a move that some at the time viewed as a passing of the torch to an upstart collection that had managed to dominate the bull market. This perception was solidified in March 2022 when Yuga Labs, the creators of BAYC, bought the intellectual property rights to CryptoPunks in March 2022.

As the bear market grinds on, however, CryptoPunks appear to have once again reclaimed their position as the preeminent NFT collection.

Punks currently sit at a floor price of 47 ETH compared to BAYC at 27 ETH. Additionally, the higher tier rarity prices of the CryptoPunks bolsters the collection’s 772,000 ETH estimated market capitalization relative to BAYC, which sits at 291,00 ETH per Nansen data.

In the past month, as the NFT price crash has intensified, the BAYC price floor has fallen by 24% while CryptoPunks are down merely 3.8%.

The Nansen NFT-500 index is down 56% so far on the year with no immediate bottom in sight.

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Art Attribution (Part I): Artists & Assistants

Aug 24, 2023 By Admin in Art World News

It is common for works of contemporary art attributed to a single artist to be produced with the assistance of an entire studio, and the collective labor that often goes into art raises fundamental questions about the meaning and function of attribution. This article is the first in a series about attribution in the art world and it explores how artist studios bring to light intriguing facets of the artist-assistant relationship such as financial compensation, cultural anxieties around the identity of the artist, and the role of apprenticeship in the career of emerging artists.

While the romantic vision of a lone artist tirelessly crafting masterpieces circulates in the cultural imaginary, the reality of collaborative artistry dates back to the beginnings of art. In fact, many of the most heralded artists of the Classical and Renaissance periods had large studios populated with assistants and apprentices. Phidias was a renowned Greek sculptor who created some of the most iconic sculptures of ancient Greece, such as the statue of Zeus at Olympia and the statue of Athena Parthenos in the Parthenon. He had a large studio in Athens where he worked with many assistants, such as Alcamenes, Agoracritus, and Colotes. Renaissance masters like da Leonardo Vinci and Raphael continued on in the studio tradition, and Michelangelo was supported by assistants for background work on the ceiling of the Sistine Chapel.

In the mid-20th century it was Andy Warhol’s “factory” concept that shifted the contemporary art world towards large-scale studio production. Today, artists like Jeff Koons, Yaritji Young, and Takashi Murakami, among others, have transformed their studios into dynamic centers of production that make heavy use of artist assistants. Jeff Koons, at times leading a cadre of over 70 assistants, has multiplied the factory model to reach the heights of the art market. “If I had to be doing this myself,” Koons once admitted, “I wouldn’t even be able to finish one painting a year.”

Jeff Koons, Cracked Egg (1994-2006), mirror-polished stainless steel with transparent colour coating. Courtesy of Christie’s London

Cracked Egg, Unseen Hands

The prolific Koons studio is not without its critics. In a 2012 New York Times article, John Powers offers a candid window into his personal journey as an artist assistant. Joining Koons’ studio in 1995 as a 21-year-old art student, Powers was entrusted with a monumental task: painting Cracked Egg, a prominent piece within Koons’ whimsical Celebration series, inspired by the jubilance of a child’s birthday party. Koons remained removed from the physical production, sharing solely his vision and meticulous directives, expecting an impeccable execution. Powers painstakingly labored for five months, employing intricate brushes and bespoke paints to impeccably produce a metallic-looking colored eggshell.

Tragedy struck when the artwork plummeted from the wall, shattering months of dedication as the remains of the work were considered unsalvageable. Though not faulted for the incident, Powers was handed the Sisyphean task of recreating Cracked Egg from the ground up. This heartrending setback, combined with his evolving sentiments of betrayal and disillusionment towards the world of high art, culminated in Powers’ decision to abandon the project. When reflecting upon his endeavors, Powers self-identified as a Koons’ “serf,” and his sense of loathing was amplified by his discovery that the rendition of Cracked Egg eventually fetched $501,933 at a Christie’s auction in London in 2003.

Yaritji Young, Honey Ant Story, 2020, synthetic polymer paint on Belgian linen. Courtesy of Cooee Art Marketplace – Paddington

Through Spliced Stone and Crystalline Patches, Massimiliano Pelletti Brings a Contemporary Touch to Antiquity

Aug 24, 2023 By Admin in Art World News

“Optical Venus” (2022), emerald and ochre onyx, 44 x 24 x 28 centimeters. All images © Massimiliano Pelletti, courtesy of Bowman Sculpture Gallery, shared with permission

Undulating stripes of emerald and ochre, spliced sections of sodalite and Mexican white onyx, and dense, glimmering patches of crystalline stone characterize Massimiliano Pelletti’s elegant sculptures. The Italian artist (previously) is known for his distinctly contemporary interpretations of classical statues that highlight imperfections, fallibility, and convergence. “Pink Eros,” for example, depicts the god of love through a typically smooth carving that’s met with a jagged midsection and shoulder. Two other “Venus” works combine segments of stone in herringbone, pixelated, and striped patterns that meld the subject matter of antiquity with more modern motifs.

Many of the sculptures shown here will be on view in October for Pelleti’s solo show, Eredità, at Bowman Sculpture Gallery in London. Included is “White Noise,” a new bust that appears wrapped in a gauzy veil and evokes the towels the artist uses in his studio to cover finished works so that they’re protected from dust. He explains:

I always find myself looking at those covered figures that do not have their physiognomic characteristics visible. I am fascinated by them because even if they are covered, you can still read the outlines of their physical shape, leaving more room for imagination… I decided to create some of my artworks in their veiled version. The world of contemporary art is one in which appearance often reigns at the expense of substance. I wanted to allow the viewer to see beyond the veil that is both a visual reality and a metaphor for a mental barrier.

Following Eredità, Pelleti will open an exhibition at Galleria Doria Pamphilj that, for the first time in the space, will pair a contemporary artist’s work with those of greats like Caravaggio, Titian, and Raphael. Follow news about those shows and keep up with the artist’s latest projects on Instagram.

Two images of a bust of eros without a right arm. Instead, there's a crystalline patch

“Pink Eros,” pink onyx, 85 centimeters

A figurative sculpture of a man bending down with the left side of his body sliced to reveal rough stone

“Dreaming of Olympia,” 96 x 70 x 47 centimeters

A bust spliced with white stone and blue marbled stone

“White Horizon,” sodalite and Mexican white onyx

Two images of a female bust made of white, red, and blue striped stone

“Polychrome Venus,” white onyx, sodalite, and volcano onyx, 49 x 40 x 40 centimeters

A bust that appears wrapped in white fabric

“White Noise,” Mexican white onyx, 54 x 50 x 32 centimeters

A bust spliced with white stone and green marbled stone

“River,” white onyx and emerald onyx

Detail of “Dreaming of Olympia,” 96 x 70 x 47 centimeters

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Alfa Romeo Brings F1 Art Car to Fans Virtually With AR

Aug 24, 2023 By Admin in Art World News

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The Formula One Dutch Grand Prix on Aug. 27 will mark the final stop for the Alfa Romeo F1 Team x BOOGIE Art Car, which will be auctioned off to raise money for charity organization Save the Children. Ahead of the auction, fans around the world can view the Art Car in person and in augmented reality.

The Alfa Romeo F1 Team x BOOGIE Art Car was painted by German graffiti artist BOOGIE. The car has made stops at F1 events in Switzerland and the U.K. throughout the 2023 season.

The Art Car will be displayed in the Fan Zone during the Dutch Grand Prix in Zandvoort, Netherlands, allowing attendees to view the vehicle in person. Those around the world can also view the vehicle in augmented reality through Alfa Romeo’s partnership with AR company JigSpace.

“The Alfa Romeo F1 Team x BOOGIE Art Car project has been an incredible journey, which deserves a proper celebration,” said Alfa Romeo team representative Alessandro Alunni Bravi. “This project has brought Alfa Romeo F1 Team Stake closer to the fans in each phase of its development.”

The AR experience allows people to place the Art Car into the space in front of them on their device’s screen. They can tap a button to switch between viewing the Art Car livery and the BOOGIE-themed livery that will be used during the Dutch Grand Prix.

The augmented reality experience also allows fans to watch a video of BOOGIE painting the Art Car, as well as navigate to stores where they can purchase themed clothing and accessories in a limited-edition apparel collection by CODE ZERO and themed posters by Automobilist.

“F1 is the pinnacle of motorsports, and JigSpace is thrilled to play a part in bringing it into the homes of their fans around the globe through augmented reality (AR),” said Zac Duff, co-founder and CEO of JigSpace. “We’ve been working with the Alfa Romeo F1 team for years, and creating a jig for the latest collaboration with world-renowned artist BOOGIE was a lot of fun.”

The Alfa Romeo F1 Team x BOOGIE Art Car livery will also be available to download in the F1 23 video game from EA Sports.

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Eye-opening filings in Lisa Schiff lawsuit reveal dozens of new claims and hundreds of missing works

Aug 24, 2023 By Admin in Art World News

Documents recently submitted as evidence in two lawsuits filed against the embattled adviser Lisa Schiff and her business SFA Advisory reveal the extent of the inventory of works in her possession—including those that are considered “missing” by the prosecution. They also detail as-yet unreported claims against Schiff from around 40 individuals and businesses, some worth millions of dollars. The documents are dated to 11 August, and came to public attention after they were published today (24 August) by the art market industry newsletter The Baer Faxt.

Schiff is being accused of wrongly diverting money from the sales of clients’ artworks, conversion, fraud and breach of contract, among other crimes. She is also facing allegations that she was running a “Ponzi scheme” to fund her “lavish lifestyle”.

One document lists 894 works in Schiff’s inventory (deemed in her possession), worth more than $3.1m in total. The list has been compiled by the New York appraisers and advisory group Winston Art Group—described, perhaps pointedly, in court documents as a “highly respected art advisory business”.

Among the scores of artists whose works are embroiled in the scandal are major market stars such as Damien Hirst and Michael Armitage. The vast majority of the 894 works are in art storage facilities, such as UOVO in New York, DAX in Massachusetts and Lockson in Seacaucus, New Jersey. A number of design objects not attributed to any artists are also listed as being held in the DAX storage facility.

Among the galleries listed as holding parts of Schiff’s inventory are Bortolami—which has a 2022 painting by the Japanese artist Koichi Sato—Karma and Canada Gallery in New York, and High Art in Paris. The auction house Phillips is also listed as holding some 20 works, probably in its offsite storage facilities. A 2016 sculpture by Jasmine Thomas-Girvan is listed as “repaired by Zwirner”. No spokesperson at any of these galleries was available for comment by the time of publication.

A spokesperson for Phillips said the auction house has provided information to parties involved in the Schiff lawsuits, but did not elaborate. The spokesperson added: “Phillips always maintain the confidentiality of consignors and buyers unless they expressly direct us otherwise or if we are required to provide that information under applicable law.”

Another document states that 108 works considered to be in Schiff’s possession are “missing”, amounting to a total of more than $1.1m in value. This list includes works “with potential third-party claimants”, the document reads. Among these items listed are a Zippo lighter work by Hirst and a canvas by the late Virgil Abloh.

A third document provides a fuller picture of the magnitude of the case against Schiff. While it was known that Schiff’s former client and close friend of many years Candace Barasch was seeking at least $2.5m, plus interest and damages, over a number of art purchases that were not fully completed, the document lists around 50 unsecured claims, some worth almost $1m each. High-profile art business professionals seeking claims include Sotheby’s head of private sales David Schrader, the Stephen Friedman senior director Mira Dimotrova and the artist Seffa Klein, the latter of whom is seeking $506,200. The collector Richard Grossman, who was named in an earlier court hearing, is seeking $2.3m.

According to court documents from May, Schiff is cooperating with federal and state authorities investigating her business dealings, and has been working to liquidate her advisory firm to pay creditors. Schiff’s lawyer John Cahill could not be reached for comment.

A New USPS Collection Enlarges the World’s Tiniest Lifeforms to the Size of a Postage Stamp

Aug 24, 2023 By Admin in Art World News

All images courtesy of USPS

One of the newest releases from the U.S. Postal Service features creatures so microscopic they’re too small for even the back of a postage stamp. Released earlier this month, the Life Magnified collection contains 20 of the world’s tiniest living forms, from a cluster of supple red blood cells and a single strand of fibrous hair to the sprawling network of mouse brain neurons. While most stamps shrink a photo or illustration to fit within the confines of the rectangular sticker that’s less than an inch wide, this series enlarges the images to reveal the infinitesimal in striking, vivid detail.

Included in Life Magnified are several scientists and photographers featured on Colossal, including Igor Siwanowicz (previously) and Jason Kirk (previously). Shop the collection at USPS.

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In Fantastical Laser-Cut Plywood Reliefs, Gabriel Schama Revels in Elaborate Details

Aug 24, 2023 By Admin in Art World News

All images © Gabriel Schama, shared with permission

Through a process of meticulous design, laser-cutting, and layering, Gabriel Schama creates incredibly detailed reliefs from thin plywood (previously). His work has focused on symmetrical, mandala-like forms with countless undulating patterns, and in recent years, he’s begun to explore more narrative themes, placing figures and objects into fantastical compositions. In new works, otherworldly birds careen in a flurry of feathers, a bottle of potion roils, and a hanging unit on a wall doubles as a holster for a sword.

One major project that took Schama several months to complete was a pair of panels installed on monumental doors. “The real feat was figuring out how to break the design down into smaller pieces, hiding the seams between the panels in the lines of the design and making the whole thing foolproof for some team of people on the other side of the world to install,” he tells Colossal.

A wall relief of a potion bottle made from layers of laser-cut plywood.

“Potion of Dreams”

Over the past few years, Schama has experimented with different colored stains to enhance the compositions but struggled to find results he was happy with. Then, he unexpectedly stumbled upon new techniques and now incorporates varying hues. He says, “I have an old bias towards not obscuring the inherent qualities of the wood, hence sticking to ‘natural’ wood tones for so long, but I have become pretty obsessed with this really vibrant purple pigment I just found.”

Schama has been working on a large chapel- or temple-like structure, with Burning Man in mind. “Every time I’ve posted images of the scale maquettes I’ve made, people go out of their way to offer their help building it,” he says. The artist is also producing smaller pieces to be released as numbered editions this fall. You can follow Instagram for updates, and explore more work on his website.

A wall relief of two birds made from layers of laser-cut plywood.

“Bridge of Birds”

A wall relief pictured in the studio made from layers of laser-cut plywood.

“DJ Booth”

Two images side-by-side. The left-side image shows a wall relief made from layers of laser-cut plywood. The right side shows a man holding a sword made from layers of wood.

Left: “Chapel of the Lilies.” Right: “Thorn and Fang”

A wall relief made from layers of laser-cut plywood.

“Tension and Release”

“Prince of Thunder”

Detail of “Prince of Thunder”

Installation view of “Thorn and Fang”

Two panel reliefs made from layers of laser-cut plywood.

Door panels prior to installation

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2023 Niagara Street Fall Fest Market includes Churros and a Pumpkin Patch

Aug 24, 2023 By Admin in Art World News

On Saturday, September 23 (11am-3pm), a handful of Niagara Street businesses will host the Niagara Street Fall Fest Market, featuring over 60 vendors that will be popping up directly next to Wildroot Floral.

Visitors to the market will find sweet treats, kettle corn, coffee and hot cider, churros, creative and unique art and gifts, autumn candles, clothing, jewelry, pottery, stationary. Vendors include community favorites such as Blue Eyed Baker, Linwood Candle, The Grange Outpost, Tiny Buffalo Designs, Naked Up North Candles, Copper & Steel, Lacott Fine Art, and Francis Foliage.

“We’re bringing a second market to Niagara Street after the success of our first Mother’s Day Market in May! It was a fantastic event that surpassed expectations in the best way,” said Kayla Gaczewski, owner of Wildroot Floral. “It was such a blast to have the community come and spend time on Niagara Street! We are thrilled to once again welcome customers to check out all that is happening on Niagara Street and browse the businesses in our corridor (even more have joined since our last market – such as Provisions 139). We’re encouraging everyone to bring family, friends, children, and pets, to shop 60+ vendors in the parking lots attached to the 1250 Niagara Street building. Of course, the businesses of Niagara Street – Mint, Local Honey Beauty Hive, Daddy’s Plants, Twin Petrels, Raft of Sanity, and Stitch Buffalo – will be open and ready to shop. Wildroot Floral will have a vintage pickup truck filled with locally-grown blooms parked just outside our boutique – ready to pick and choose by-the-stem. And, we’re bringing heirloom pumpkins from the farm into the city with a parking lot pumpkin patch filled with specialty pumpkins ready to take home and decorate your porch.”

The Facebook event page can be found by clicking here.

9Things to do in Colorado this weekend: Aug. 25-27

Aug 24, 2023 By Admin in Art World News

The Colorado State Fair, 7 art festivals, corn and Polish food celebrations, and Denver Broncos football.

COLORADO, USA — Our state’s largest summer fair is here!

The Colorado State Fair opens Friday for 11 days of family-friendly fun, free attractions, carnivals, rodeos, concerts and entertainment.

Other annual events underway this August weekend include Loveland’s Corn Roast Festival, the Polish Food Festival and Summer Art Market in Denver, and the Broncos’ only preseason game in the Mile High City. Colorado will also be home to beer, car, art, music, taco and rugby festivals. Finally, rubber duck races are scheduled in Boulder and Loveland.

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Colorado State Fair

PUEBLO — The largest summer event in Colorado is here. The Colorado State Fair opens Friday in Pueblo with a carnival, 4-H exhibits, agricultural competitions, tractor pulls, live music performances, rodeos, bake offs and amazing food. The State Fair Parade steps off at 10 a.m. Saturday in downtown Pueblo.

This weekend’s scheduled performers include Ian Munsick, Chase Rice, and Sawyer Brown. The Colorado State Fair runs through Monday, Sept. 4, with concerts from Ned LeDoux, Lady A, Gabriel Iglesias, Lil Jon, Chingy, Pat Benatar, and Neil Giraldo, plus monster trucks and a demolition derby. Check out the full fair schedule at ColoradoStateFair.com.

Loveland Corn Roast Festival

LOVELAND — Loveland’s oldest festival returns this weekend. The 127th annual Loveland Corn Roast Festival includes corn-shucking competitions, live music, kids zone, vendors, cornhole, beer garden and Colorado-grown corn. The corn roast parade is scheduled for Saturday at 9:30 a.m. The festival takes place Friday and Saturday at the Fairgrounds Park.

Polish Food Festival

DENVER — The Polish Food Festival features numerous food options including Polish pierogi, hunter’s stew, potato pancakes, kiełbas, kaszanka and more, plus Polish beer and pastries. There will also be music, entertainment, and children’s activities. The Polish Food Festival runs Saturday and Sunday at Saint Joseph Polish Roman Catholic Parish at 517 E. 46th Ave.

Unity in the Community

LONGMONT — Longmont’s final festival of the summer season is a family-friendly evening of entertainment, music, food, drink, debate, and connection. The celebration will take place Friday from 4 p.m. to 9 p.m. at Kimbark Street and 4th Avenue in downtown Longmont. The event will music, a climbing wall, putt putt, musical performances, and mobile arcade.

Denver Broncos vs. Los Angeles Rams

DENVER — After back-to-back road games to open the preseason, the Denver Broncos make their home debut at Empower Field at Mile High this weekend. The Broncos host the Los Angeles Rams at 7 p.m. Saturday in the preseason finale for both teams. Affordable tickets are available at Ticketmaster.com.

Broadcast coverage of the Broncos and Rams begins at 6 p.m. on 9NEWS, NBC, 9NEWS.com, and the 9NEWS+ streaming app for those in 9NEWS’ viewing area. Steve Levy returns as play-by-play commentator and is joined in the booth by color analyst Ryan Harris. 9NEWS sports reporter Arielle Orsuto is the sideline reporter on the broadcasts.

Douglas County PrideFest

CASTLE ROCK — Inclusivity takes center stage at the Douglas County PrideFest on Saturday from 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. at the Douglas County Fairgrounds. The full-day festival invites everyone to come as they are, embrace their true selves, and feel the love and acceptance that they deserve. There will be fun for the whole family and, when the sun goes down, there is the 21-and-older PrideFest afterparty where tickets are required.

Summer Art Market

DENVER — The Art Students League of Denver hosts the 30th Summer Art Market on Saturday and Sunday. This year’s market will be held in the West Washington Park neighborhood between 1st Avenue and 4th Avenue and between Logan Street and Sherman Street. There will be more than 125 visual art booths, artist demonstrations, kids programming, live music as well as food and beverage vendors. The market offers a wide range of media including ceramics, fiber arts, mixed media, book arts, painting, drawing, photography, printmaking and sculpture. Tickets are $5 and kids 12 and under are free.

Evergreen Fine Arts Festival

EVERGREEN — The 57th annual Evergreen Fine Arts Festival runs 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday and Sunday. The juried fine art show at Buchanan Fields has children’s activities, local music, food, drink and free shuttle service from Bergen Meadow Elementary School and Evergreen Middle School.

Affordable Arts Festival

LITTLETON — The annual Affordable Arts Festival takes place Sunday from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on the campus of Arapahoe Community College. All of the art, from more than 160 Colorado and national artists, is priced for $150 or less. Tickets are $12 with proceeds going to the Arapahoe Community College College Foundation.

Art in the Park

PARKER — An annual Parker tradition, Art in the Park opens at 10 a.m. Saturday and Sunday at O’Brien Park in downtown Parker. Artisans will be exhibiting their original work for sale in painting, photography, woodwork, metalwork, jewelry, pottery and more.

Handmade in Colorado Expo

ESTES PARK — The 16th annual Handmade in Colorado Expo features original handcrafted goods from metals, paper, glass, fibers, food, fabricated objects, clay, paint, wax, gems and more. This event has free admission and live music. The event runs Friday through Sunday at Bond Park on MacGregor Ave and Elkhorn Avenue in downtown Estes Park.

Firefly Handmade Summer Market

DENVER — Artisans will return to Denver’s historic South Gaylord Street on Saturday and Sunday for the annual Firefly Handmade’s Summer Market. The market in the Washington Park neighborhood will feature new and returning artisans, cocktails, beer, wine and live music. Vendors will be showcasing their handmade goods, jewelry, skincare, ceramics, art, artisanal food, pet goods and more.

All Colorado Art Show

GREENWOOD VILLAGE — The 40th annual All Colorado Art Show ends Saturday at 4 p.m. The exhibit at the Curtis Center for the Arts features Colorado artists in a variety of styles and mediums. The All Colorado Juror’s Talk with Dariya Bryant has been rescheduled for Saturday at 2 p.m.

Family Fest & Bears Bash

GREELEY — The Family Fest & Bears Bash runs from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday at the UNC practice fields next to Nottingham Field. The family-friendly event features food trucks, local businesses and members of the University of Northern Colorado sports teams. The public is invited to meet students from the band, cheerleading team, soccer team, football team and jump in the bounce houses.

Meow Wolf Vortex

DENVER — Meow Wolf has partnered with Live Nation for its second year of the Vortex festival at The JunkYard. The offbeat arts and entertainment company will transform the space into a halcyon multi-stage dreamland. Headliners at this weekend’s festival include GRiZ and Remi Wolf. Vortex is an all-ages, rain or shine event. A limited number of tickets are available for purchase at Vortex.MeowWolf.com.

RugbyTown 7s Tournament

GLENDALE — Infinity Park hosts the 11th annual RugbyTown Sevens Tournament from Friday through Sunday. There will be food trucks, arcade games and 20 rugby teams from across the world, competing for a prize of $10,000. This weekend has teams from Germany, Abu Dhabi, Israel, United States, United Kingdom and Canada, plus teams from five military branches.

Touch-A-Truck

BRIGHTON — The City of Brighton is bringing out the heavy machinery for the 5th annual Touch-A-Truck event at the Brighton City Hall parking lot. Kids of all ages will be able to get behind the wheel, climb and explore vehicles of all sizes including police cars, fire trucks, tractors, snow plows, loaders and more. Touch-A-Truck will be held from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday.

Great Boulder Duck Race

BOULDER — Scott Carpenter Pool’s Lazy River hosts the annual Great Boulder Duck Race on Sunday. The event is free and open to the public. Donations will help fund Boulder Parks and Recreation’s programming for low-income families and people with disabilities. You can adopt a rubber duck or join a team. The more ducks you adopt, the more chances you have to win prizes from local businesses.

Loveland Rubber Duck Race

LOVELAND — The annual Loveland Rubber Duck Race is set for 4 p.m. Saturday at Fairgrounds Park in Loveland. The race is a fundraiser for the Loveland Rotary Club which benefits students in Thompson School District. The winners will be announced at the Rotary Duck Race booth shortly after the race concludes and you don’t have to be present to win.

Breckenridge Hogfest: Bacon & Bourbon

BRECKENRIDGE — “Bacon is the most loved food in the universe and the route to all things swine and divine,” said organizers of the Breckenridge Hogfest. “Add in the quintessential American liquor, bourbon; mind blown. These indulgences come together for Breckenridge Hogfest.” This three-day festival at Main Street Station & The Village in Breckenridge offers pork samples, whiskeys, single malt scotches and barrel-aged spirits with live music. Tickets for Breckenridge Hogfest, which runs Friday to Sunday are available online.

Boulder Taco Fest

BOULDER — The Boulder Taco Fest will welcome 5,000 taco fans to Boulder’s downtown library and civic area on Saturday from 12 p.m. to 7 p.m. Local restaurants and taco trucks will serve everything from Mexican-style tacos, creative tacos, to vegetarian tacos. Featured vendors include Mojos, Los Dos Bros, Bellota, Gringo’s Tacos, Tacos Los Charros, McDevitt Taco Supply and more. In between tacos, attendees will enjoy five lucha libre wrestling matches and live bands.

Tacos & Margs in the Mountains

WINTER PARK — The second annual Tacos + Margs in the Mountains is Saturday at Winter Park Resort. Admission includes a variety of margarita samples from blanco to reposado to something spicy and a variety of flavors in between, plus unlimited street tacos and mountain views.

Denver Plane Pull

DENVER — The 2023 Denver Plane Pull will be at Denver International Airport on Saturday. Teams will fundraise for a chance to be the fastest team to pull a United Airlines plane across the tarmac while supporting Special Olympics Colorado. This is a Law Enforcement Torch Run (LETR) event with involvement from agencies across the Denver area. All participants will receive a Plane Pull t-shirt, access to the festival with vendors, small bites, giveaways, and activities for the whole family.

Morgan Adams Concours d’Elegance

ENGLEWOOD — The 20th annual Morgan Adams Concours d’Elegance returns Saturday from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. at Centennial Airport. The event brings together vintage and modern aircraft, automobiles and motorcycles to benefit the Morgan Adams Foundation, a local nonprofit organization dedicated to making sure children diagnosed with cancer have access to the best possible research and therapeutic options. For tickets, visit MorganAdamsConcours.org.

Hello Kitty Cafe Truck

LONE TREE — The Hello Kitty Cafe Truck is continuing its tour across the U.S. with its all-pink cafe on wheels carrying exclusive treats and collectibles celebrating all things Hello Kitty. The truck will be at Park Meadows at the Vistas near Loft on Saturday from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.

An Evening Under The Stars

GRAND JUNCTION — The 31st annual Evening Under The Stars is a free outdoor concert at beautiful Las Colonias Amphitheater. The Grand Junction Centennial Band and the Grand Junction Symphony Orchestra will be performing the show featuring patriotic, pops and classical music. Music begins at 6:30 p.m. on Saturday.

San Juan Brewfest

DURANGO — The San Juan Brewfest is back for a 24th year at Buckley Park in downtown Durango. Brewfest features 35 breweries and dozens of beers and live music. Friday is VIP Day from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. and Saturday is general admission day from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. Tickets for San Juan Brewest can be purchased at SanJuanBrewfest.com.

Nederland Jazz & Wine Festival

NEDERLAND — The Nederland Jazz & Wine Festival is back for its second year, where nearly 1,000 people gather to celebrate Colorado jazz artists and wineries. This year, the festival has expanded its unlimited tasting booths to include distilleries, breweries, and non-alcoholic makers. There will be nine food booths, including three food trucks, and 12 artist booths. The festival runs from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday at Chipeta Park.

FACE Vocal Band

ERIE — FACE Vocal Band will headline Erie’s free Concert in the Park on Saturday at Coal Creek Park. The group takes the stage at 6:45 p.m. There will be food trucks, a beer garden, kids’ activities, bounce houses and face painting.

Run for the Angels 5K

BROOMFIELD — On Saturday, runners of all ages will gather at Rocky Mountain Metropolitan Airport to raise funds for Angel Flight West (AFW). The 6th annual Run for the Angels 5K fundraiser includes a 5K for kids and adults and a fun run for the organization’s youngest supporters. Last year, the 5K raised enough funds to arrange more than 50 flights for people in need. The event begins at 8:30 a.m. Saturday at Rocky Mountain Metropolitan Airport.

Festival For Life

DENVER — Festival of Life: AIDS Walk & Run will be held at Denver’s Cheesman Park on Saturday. The festival brings together people from across the state to raise money for HIV/AIDS service organizations throughout Colorado. After the walk, a festival will have a refreshment garden, panels from the Memorial Quilt, volleyball, vendors and more. Walk and run registration is available online.

5K Panda Run

DENVER — OCA Colorado presents the 3rd annual 5K Panda Run at Denver’s Great Lawn Park. Saturday’s Panda Run is a race to benefit the youth in our Asian Pacific American communities in Colorado. Snacks and drinks will be provided after the race.

Boulder Sunset 5K, 10K Run

BOULDER — Scenic and flat courses are set for the Boulder Sunset 5K and 10K runs at Boulder Reservoir. The event opens at 8 a.m. on Saturday. Register now at bbscendurance.com.

Fort Carson Color Fest

FORT CARSON — The Fort Carson Color Fest will take place Saturday from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. at Iron Horse Park. The annual event will consist of a 5k color run, food and beverages for purchase, family friendly activities, vendors, and entertainment. Activity wristbands for bounce houses will be $10 per person. The run will begin at 8:30 a.m. and registration is free. The event is open to anyone who can access the installation.

Susan G. Komen 3-Day Walk

DENVER — A community of Susan G. Komen fundraisers and advocates will travel from across the country to take on a three-day and up to 60-mile journey in and around Denver to end breast cancer. Since 2003, walkers have raised more than $889 million to save lives, support community programs, increase access to care, and make huge strides in breast cancer research, therapies, and cures. Join as a walker or volunteer for the 3-Day Pink Bubble.

Walk to End Alzheimer’s

MONTROSE & STERLING — Held annually in towns across the country, the Alzheimer’s Association’s Walk to End Alzheimer’s aims to raise funds and awareness for Alzheimer’s care, support and research.

Rotary Park in Montrose will be home to a walk on Saturday. On-site registration will begin at 9:30 a.m. with the walk shortly after. You can register online at Act.Alz.org.

Another walk will be held at the Logan County Courthouse Square in Sterling on Saturday. Registration opens at 8 a.m. and the walk is at 9 a.m. Registration can be completed at Act.Alz.org.

Fort Collins Comic Con

FORT COLLINS — Fort Collins Comic Con is happening this weekend with two days of panels, classes, hands-on demos, open forums, lectures and screenings about movies, television, comics and books. Artists, writers, creators and vendors will be on hand. Fort Collins Comic Con will be held Saturday and Sunday at Northside Aztlan Community Center. Tickets are on sale at FocoComicCon.com.

Rocky Mountain Cigar Festival

BROOMFIELD — Saturday’s Rocky Mountain Cigar Festival will let attendees mingle with cigar manufacturers and cigar celebrities from around the world. The festival, held at Omni Interlocken Hotel, offers the latest in cigars, brews, spirits and wine. Each ticket purchase comes with a festival bag with over 40 cigars samples, cutter, lighter, festival glass, t-shirt and drink tickets.

Pale Ale Pop-Up

DENVER — Sierra Nevada Brewing Co. is hosting a free pop-up event in downtown Denver on Friday and Saturday at the location of the former Falling Rock Tap House featuring the brewery’s Pale Ale beer. Attendees will enjoy 90’s arcade games, vinyl DJ spinning era-defining hits, TVs showing classic sitcoms, and a menu stacked with Sierra Nevada beers and non-alcoholic Hop Splash for purchase for adults 21+.

West Denver Bike Loop

DENVER — The West Denver Bike Loop is back on Saturday at Odell Brewing Company in Sloan’s Lake with a “Superheroes” theme. The West Denver Bike Loop includes neighboring breweries WestFax Brewing Company, Hogshead Brewing, Odell Brewing (Sloan’s Lake) and Joyride Brewing Company who have teamed up to celebrate the joy of biking from brewery to brewery.

Overland Expo Mountain West

LOVELAND — Overland Expo Mountain West is returning to The Ranch in Loveland from Friday to Sunday. The expo for do-it-yourself outdoor enthusiasts features hands-on training, classes and roundtable discussions. There will be gear venders, raffles, camping outfitters and more than 300 session-hours of education.

Party in the Paseo

DENVER — Market Station will hold its August Party in the Paseo as part of Denver’s Final Fridays. There will be outdoor-focused retailers, cocktails from Cocktail Caravan, live music by Sweet Pork Band and Kat King, and Korean Fusion from Mukja Food Truck, winner of the Food Network’s “Food Truck Prize Fight.” Party in the Paseo begins Friday at 4 p.m. at 1661 Market St.

Jagged Little Pill

DENVER — The new musical based on Alanis Morissette’s music is now open at the Denver Performing Arts Complex. “Jagged Little Pill” features “joy, love, heartache, strength, wisdom, catharsis, LIFE — everything we’ve been waiting to see in a Broadway show.” Fresh from Broadway, the hit musical plays the Buell Theatre in Denver through Sunday. For tickets and showtimes, visit DenverCenter.org.

Headwaters Music Festival

CREEDE — The annual Headwaters Music Festival takes place Saturday and Sunday at the Ball Field in Creede. Saturday’s lineup includes Rivertown Folk, McLeod Nine, Buffalo and the Heard, Chuck Jones, and Pam Rose. Mito DeSoto, Rally Round, Dave Becker Band, and Mariachi Plata are scheduled for Sunday. Single or two day tickets can be found at HeadwatersMusicFestival.com.

Bugs

DENVER — The Denver Museum of Nature & Science will host its “Bugs” exhibit until this Sunday. This interactive exhibition takes you into the incredible world of insects as you learn how to think, work and use your superpowers like nature’s true geniuses. “Bugs” is created by Te Papa Tongarewa Museum of New Zealand and Weta Workshop, the creative studio behind the “Lord of the Rings” films.

Denver Parade of Homes

DENVER — The Denver Parade of Homes runs through Sunday. The largest showcase of the latest in architecture and home design along the Front Range features 55 newly designed model, custom homes by 24 area residential builders located in neighborhoods throughout the greater Denver area. Attendees can see unique homes and floor plans, beautiful communities, the latest in interior design trends and home technology, exterior finishes and outdoor living, and landscaping that will inspire. Denver Parade of Homes is free and open to the public.

Tour when and where you want with options for on-demand virtual tours or in-person tours Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays from noon to 5 p.m. during the Parade. Download directions to participating homes at ParadeOfHomesDenver.com or download a print map here.

Water World

FEDERAL HEIGHTS — There are just two weekends left to visit the largest water park in Colorado. Water World is open this weekend and Labor Day weekend. Water World opens at 10 a.m. each day this weekend.

Red Rocks

DENVER — There is no better venue for live music in the country than Colorado’s Red Rocks Amphitheatre and although summer is flying by, but there’s still time to catch a show at one of the world’s best venues.

Concerts at Red Rocks are scheduled through Friday, Nov. 12, when Of the Trees with Barclay Crenshaw, Yheti, kLL sMTH, and The Librarian close out the 2023 season.

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Movies this weekend

The superhero film “Blue Beetle” led last weekend’s box office with $25.4 million opening, dethroning “Barbie” from the top spot after a record-setting run for a month. The “Barbie” phenomenon is far from over. The film is up to $567.3 million in North America and a massive $1.28 billion globally.

Christopher Nolan’s “Oppenheimer” stands at $717.8 million globally.

New movies this weekend

Last weekend’s box office

“Blue Beetle,” $25.4 million.
“Barbie,” $21.5 million.
“Oppenheimer,” $10.6 million.
“Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutant Mayhem,” $8.4 million.
“Strays,” $8.3 million.
“Meg 2: The Trench,” $6.7 million.
“Talk to Me,” $3.2 million.
“Haunted Mansion,” $3 million.
“Mission: Impossible — Dead Reckoning Part One,” $2.7 million.
“The Last Voyage of the Demeter,” $2.5 million.

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